Falcon Member Meets Senator, Foreign Minister

By Frank Winters

From the left is Mark Albin and Congressman Chris Chocola. Click to enlarge.

The National Fraternal Congress of America (NFCA) recently recognized Mark Albin, a Nest 564, La Porte, Ind., member, as a Fraternal MVP (Most Valuable Participant) in Washington, D.C., on June 20, 2006. Albin, who along with his wife Lisa, met with Members of Congress representing his home state and Congressional district.
Fraternal MVPs are “Fraternalists-in-Action” who volunteer their time and energy to strengthen their communities through participation in local lodge activities and other charitable endeavors.

“The NFCA salutes Mark Albin as a true fraternalist,” said NFCA Chair of the Board Michael J. Wade. “As a Fraternal MVP, Mr. Albin embodies the heart of fraternalism through his hard work, dedication and generosity. He demonstrates how fraternalism is a force for good in American society.”

During his Capitol Hill visits, Albin met with Senator Richard Lugar (R-Ind.) and Representative Chris Chocola (R-Ind.) These members of Congress were very interested in learning what Albin and the Polish Falcons of America are accomplishing in their state and districts, and they expressed their support for fraternal contributions to local communities. In fact, Senator Lugar, the Chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, proudly introduced Albin to Anna Fotyga, the visiting Polish Minister of Foreign Affairs.

“Fraternals have a great story to tell, and no one can tell it better than the individuals who devote their time to making their communities a better place by helping their neighbors and friends,” said NFCA Chair Wade. “Mark Albin went to Washington and was an excellent goodwill ambassador for the fraternal benefit system. Through his story, he demonstrated to Members of Congress the good works performed by fraternalists every day.”

Of the 10 million fraternalists nationwide, Albin was selected for this honor for his many contributions and long history of volunteerism. His involvement in fraternal and charitable activities has been a shining example for others.