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The Month of May
by George N. Juba
Please be certain to remember that Sunday, May 8, is Mother’s Day, and to take time to honor your mother. If you are fortunate to have your mother living, make time to be with her—or if that is not possible, by all means contact her to let her know that you love her and that she will always be in your thoughts and prayers. For those whose mothers have passed onto eternity, pause for a quiet moment to think about your mother, pray that her memory be eternal, and thank God for the love and guidance that she gave to you.
Memorial Day comes at the end of May, and we as a nation owe a deep debt of gratitude to those men and women who made the supreme sacrifice of their life in service to our country. This unofficial beginning holiday of the summer season should never come without our thinking about its true purpose. We enjoy freedom today, because of those who have and continue to protect our nation through their service in the armed forces.
Our GCU National Bowling Tournament celebrates its 75th Anniversary this year as the annual classic is staged in the Pittsburgh area on May 13-14. One of the oldest bowling tournaments in the nation, the GCU National includes the usual competition along with a festive banquet, entertainment and lots and lots of fraternal camaraderie. We’ll see you there.
Please
do not hesitate to contact me directly if you should have any
questions or additional concerns. Email gjuba@gcuusa.com or call 1-800-722-4428.
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GCU National Bowling Tournament
by Judy Gula
In May GCU bowlers will come together for the National Bowling Tournament to be held at the AMF Mt. Lebanon Lanes in Pittsburgh’s South Hills. This event will take place on May 13 and 14.
This year we will be celebrating the 75th Anniversary of the National Bowling Tournament. A Saturday evening banquet will mark this memorable occasion. It will be a good time for all. If you are a bowler, please join us and share in fraternalism among the members of the GCU.
Always remember that not only do we have great rates with our Annuity products, but we also have many fraternal opportunities for you and your family.
Just a quick note to let you know that our first quarter financial numbers for 2011 are being processed and they look great. These figures will be reported to our members via the web-site and through our June print Magazine.
Thank you for your support.
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by John Harbist
GCU is mandated by Internal Revenue Service to file a form 5498 by May 31, 2011 with each person (copy to IRS) for whom we have maintained any IRA in 2010.
This form is to be used to report regular and rollover contributions made on IRA plans, including Traditional IRA, Roth IRA, Simplified Employee Pension (SEP) and Savings Incentive Match Plan for Employees (SIMPLE) in 2010 through April 15, 2011. The Statement will also disclose the fair market value (December 31, 2010 balance).
To any member that receives a 5498 statement, we recommend that you review the contribution amount and the fair market value.
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2010 Annual Fraternal Report - A Synopsis
by Christie Petty
How does GCU positively impact our society? The full report will be in the June print issue of GCU Magazine, but for now I am providing a sneak peek of the numbers from 2010:
- Our Lodges and Districts held over 1,900 activities and events, volunteered over 73,600 hours of service and donated more than $153,000 to various charitable causes.
- These efforts benefited local churches, local communities, families, national non-profit organizations, as well lodge members by providing social or athletic opportunities.
Thank You to our strong body of involved members. Keep up the Good Work!
If you are not yet involved in local activities with your GCU lodge, then contact me at cpetty@gcuusa.com, and I will help you find a way to be a part of it all.
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Where…AMF Mount Lebanon Lanes in Pittsburgh, PA
When…Friday & Saturday May 13-14, 2011
Applications have been mailed, but if you did not receive one, you can download and print the info by visiting http://www.gcuusa.com/whats-new.html. Here you will find the latest NBT Newsletter with all the details, the bowling application and the questionnaire and details on our GCU Hospitality Rooms and the 75th Annual Awards Dinner!
And speaking of the Awards Dinner, we have great entertainment in store for this momentous occasion: dueling pianos, caricature artists and handwriting analysis…so be sure to join us and bring some friends!
To make lodging arrangements, call
Crowne Plaza-Pittsburgh South
164 Fort Couch Road, Pittsburgh PA 15241
412-833-5300
and mention you are with the Greek Catholic Union room block.
Deadline to submit Bowling Registration to the GCU Home Office is April 15, 2011.
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Knoebels Park in Elysburg, PA
Pavillion O
GCU is bringing the fun to our members in Central and Eastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York with a brand new event!
12:00 p.m - Park Opens
1 p.m. - Moleben Service
1:30-3:30 p.m. - Optional catered lunch (or you can bring your picnic basket)
4:00 p.m. - Games for Kids & Adults
6:00 p.m. - Evening Sing-a-Long
7:00 p.m. - Park Closes
For more information, contact your local Parish, GCU Lodge, or District
Or call 1-800-722-4428 ext. 209.
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Plan to be part of this wonderful experience where youths and adults partner in a joint effort that will benefit our religious communities.
Mount Saint Macrina - Uniontown, PA
Saturday, June 4, 2011
Holy Annunciation Monastery - Sugarloaf, PA
Saturday, June 4, 2011
To sign up to participate or for further information call the GCU Home Office at 1-800-722-4428 (ext. 217).
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Begin your day with a boxed lunch,
ready and packed on your cart so you can head right out to the links.
New this year, the beverage cart will be available with non-alcoholic drinks and snacks.
After you have played your best, join us at the awards dinner in the Grille Room and Patio, for a cookout buffet of Burgers, Brats, Bar-B-Que Chicken, baked beans,
cold salads, dessert and more.
Prizes of Seven Oaks Golf Shop Gift Certificates to be awarded at the dinner for both male and female winners by flight. Skill Prizes will also be awarded.
$70 per Golfer
Includes carts, greens fees, boxed lunch, dinner and beverage cart
Or join us just for the Cookout (approximately 7 pm)
$20 Adults
$11 Children 12 and under
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The June GCU Magazine print edition, a more comprehensive report of events and activities held throughout the GCU World, will appear in mid-June. We advise all contributors that the deadline for all copy is Wednesday, May 25
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Seven Oaks, our very own country club, offers numerous dining and recreational opportunities, all available to GCU insurance and annuity benefit members. Longer days and warm temperatures give a welcome signal to golfers to enjoy the fabulous spread that Seven Oaks 18-hole championship layout offers. NOTE: Qualified GCU Life Insurance and Annuity members may play three rounds of golf annually without paying greens fees. There’s also first class dining. For everyday dining the Grille Room is open for lunch and dinner. Sunday Brunch at Seven Oaks Country Club is always a special treat.
On Mother’s Day, May 8 there is a special buffet to honor Mom, and on Memorial Day Seven Oaks has a Picnic Buffet and also a Pool Party. Read more about Seven Oaks at www.sevenoakscc.com.
To learn more about your opportunity to use your GCU member privileges, call the Home Office at 1-800-722-4428 (ext. 217).
Seven Oaks—It’s Where You Belong!
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Byzantine Catholic Family Day-East at Knoebel’s Park - May 22
NEW this year for our parishes within the Passaic Eparchy
GCU Tri-State Spring Golf Classic - June 5
At Seven Oaks Country Club
Now on Sunday with a 1:30 pm Shotgun Start
2nd Annual GCU Family Fun Day-Pocono Region - June 25
At the Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort
91st Annual Byzantine Catholic Family Day-Pittsburgh - July 28
At Kennywood Park
GCU Family Fun Days-Greater Pittsburgh Region - July 29-31
At Seven Oaks Country Club
NEW this year…kids events to be held at Raccoon Creek State Park
11th Annual Outing to PNC Park-Pirates vs. Padres - August 6
Skyblast featuring Zambelli Fireworks and Musical Guest ‘Train’
NEW this year…A joint venture with Lodge 255-all GCU members and guests invited
GCU Family Fun Days-Midwest Region - August 6 & 7
NEW this year for our members & guests in Illinois,
Indiana and Michigan
Plans in the works…details to come
And don’t forget out check our Facebook Fan Page at www.facebook.com/gcu.greek.catholic.union
for more info on local Lodge & District happenings,
Photo Albums from past events,
Calls for volunteers, church events
and helpful tips on sharing the fraternal spirit!
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2010 Annual Fraternal Report - A Synopsis