Hostyn KJT Society No. 3 Meets May 22, Pin Presentation Held

The Hostyn KJT Society No. 3, Saints Cyril, Methodius, and George met Sunday, May 22, in the Church Narthex after the 8 a.m. mass. The members enjoyed donuts, which were provided by President Shannon Fietsam. Cookies and coffee were also available to the members.

After fellowship, President Fietsam opened the meeting. Chase Fietsam then led the opening prayer. Members recited the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag of the United States of America. Roll call was done by Patsy Janda, who was acting as the substitute for Secretary Joyce Muras, who was absent. There were fourteen members and one guest present at the meeting.

Patsy Janda read the minutes from the previous meeting; they were approved as read. She then read correspondence, which was a thank you card from the Ted Janda family.

Treasurer Brenda Fietsam gave her report, which was filed as presented.

Old Business: Join Hands Day was held on April 18. Fifteen members came and helped with multiple tasks around the church consisting of planting and fertilizing plants as well as trimming dead limbs. Youth activities, priest vestment donations, and other parish projects were also mentioned.

New Business: Flag Day which will take place on June 14, the tornado relief fund, and KJT camp were also brought up at the meeting.

Announcements: the society is proud to welcome a new member to Hostyn No. 3, Sarah Koehl. Congratulations to her as well as two pin recipients: George Rainosek, who was presented a 75 year KJT pin, and Harold Fietsam Jr., who was recognized with a 25 year pin.

A motion was made by Nick Macik to adjourn the meeting of May 22, and was seconded by Shirley Macik. Steven Kallus led the closing prayer.

The next meeting will be held on Aug. 14. Door prizes were won by Shannon Fietsam and Chase Fietsam.