08/13/2026
𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗿𝘀: 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲
The strength of the Polish Roman Catholic Union of America is built on generations of members, volunteers, and leaders who dedicate themselves to our mission of fraternity, service, and preserving our Polish heritage.
With the conclusion of the 2026 PRCUA Quadrennial Convention, we are proud to recognize the continued leadership of our officers, President Agnieszka “Agnes” Bastrzyk and Secretary-Treasurer Julie Roszak-Prado. Together, they bring 46 years of combined service to PRCUA, along with extensive experience in insurance, organizational operations, governance, member service, and community leadership.
𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗔𝗴𝗻𝗶𝗲𝘀𝘇𝗸𝗮 “𝗔𝗴𝗻𝗲𝘀” 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘇𝘆𝗸
Agnieszka Bastrzyk of Elmwood Park, Illinois, has proudly served PRCUA for 18 years in a variety of leadership roles, including Director of Marketing, Secretary-Treasurer, and most recently, Interim President.
A dedicated member of Cardinal Hlond Society #1219 since 2008, Agnes brings extensive organizational, professional, and community leadership experience to her role. Her leadership and service have included the Illinois Fraternal Alliance, Polish American Chamber of Commerce, Polish American Congress, Polish American Congress Charitable Foundation and the Polish Museum of America.
Agnes also holds several insurance industry designations, including Fraternal Insurance Counselor Fellow (FICF), Associate, Life Management Institute (ALMI), and Associate, Customer Service (ACS).
Throughout her years of service, Agnes has remained committed to PRCUA, its members, the Polish American community, and the continued strength and future of our fraternal organization.
𝗦𝗲𝗰𝗿𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘆-𝗧𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗿 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝗶𝗲 𝗥𝗼𝘀𝘇𝗮𝗸-𝗣𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗼
Julie Roszak-Prado of Chicago, Illinois, brings 28 years of dedicated service to PRCUA, including 21 years as Manager of the Member Services Department.
Her extensive experience has provided her with a deep understanding of PRCUA's members, operations, and commitment to service. In December 2025, Julie stepped into the role of Interim Secretary-Treasurer and now continues to serve as the Secretary-Treasurer following the 2026 Convention.
A proud member of Guards of Kosciuszko Society #475 since 2000, Julie was also recently appointed treasurer of the Polish Museum of America. Her professional background includes coursework in Business Management, specialized insurance training, and two insurance industry designations: Associate, Life Management Institute (ALMI) and Associate, Customer Service (ACS).
Julie brings decades of institutional knowledge, dedication, and commitment to PRCUA and its membership.
Together, Agnes Bastrzyk and Julie Roszak-Prado bring decades of PRCUA experience. We are grateful for their continued dedication to PRCUA and look forward to the work ahead in service to our members and the generations to come.
