Holy Cross Church

Holy Cross welcomes a new family and celebrates the baptism of their daughter

admin — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 01:05:07 +0000

On Sunday, August 29, 2010 Holy Cross Parish enjoyed the celebration of a special Holy Mass at 10:30 AM with the Sacrament of Baptism conferred upon Patricia Rose Tiseo, daughter of Jason and Christine (Nieves) Tiseo. The Godparents were Vincent Valerian and Ashley Carter. Jason and Christine, and their two daughters, Isabel and Patricia, are the newest addition to Holy Cross. Best wishes to the Tiseo Family and our prayer that they find Holy Cross to be their second home, a place of spiritual growth and social contentment.

The Tiseo family and friends at Holy Cross

Tricky Tray sponsored by the NJ Chapter of the Dystonia Medical Research Foundation

admin — Sun, 29 Aug 2010 05:20:48 +0000

The NJ Chapter of the Dystonia Medical Research Foundation is sponsoring its 16th annual Tricky Tray at Westmount Country Club on Thursday, October 28th at 6pm. Download a Tricky Tray order form [pdf] to pre-register. For more information you may also call Sandra Nathans at 973-403-1524.

CONVO 2010 Memories

admin — Sun, 01 Aug 2010 04:15:20 +0000

The following students from our parish attended the PNCC biennial Youth Convocation held at the Monmouth University, Long Branch, NJ – July 26 – 30th 2010: Jason Cabrejos, Jasmine Cabrejos, Edward Obssuth Jr., Michael Cyman and two chaperones Judy Lamping and Fr. Joseph. It was a great time of prayer, reflection, educational sessions, and fun. The next Convo will take place in two years.

Youth, Clergy, and Chaperones at COVO 2010 visiting Ellis Island. A prayer service was held at the plaque commemorating Bishop Hodur's arrival in the United States

CONVO 2010 News

admin — Sat, 24 Jul 2010 19:51:32 +0000

Our Diocese is hosting the biennial youth retreat called Convo 2010. The Convo Committee asked all parishes to help. Donations of baked products such as cupcakes, cookies, brownies, etc. are appreciated. Please bring them on Sunday, July 25th, to the church hall. Your donations will be delivered to Monmouth University where the Convo will take place. There are 196 participants this year. Convo 2010 will be held July 26-30, 2010. There are six people attending Convo 2010 from our parish.

Thank you for your help.

– Fr. Joseph

Melissa A. Centrella Scholarship Foundation Beef Steak Dinner & Tricky Tray

admin — Sat, 10 Jul 2010 00:53:23 +0000

Join us on September 11th for a fabulous Beef Steak Dinner & Tricky Tray at Holy Cross Church Hall, 220 Browertown Rd., Woodland Park, New Jersey. Doors open at 6:00 P.M. Admission $35 per person. Tables of 10 or 12 can be reserved. Catering by Baskinger’s, A Tradition in Fine Food and Catering Since 1929. The menu includes: Tossed Salad, A family style dinner of Filet Mignon (All you can eat) Served on Thin French Bread, French Fries, Fresh Fruit Trays, Mini Italian Pastries & Cookie Trays, Coffee, Tea & Decaf, Wine & Soda. For tickets call Claire: 201-572-1299 or mail a check to: MACS, 33 Quarry Dr., Woodland Park, NJ 07424.

We hope you can make this fundraiser. The Melissa A. Centrella Scholarship Foundation has given out 63 scholarships in memory of Melissa since 2003 for nearly $80,000. They are looking to expand their reach to more than 10 scholarships per year, which was accomplished for the first time just this year. Tickets are limited so please order your tickets early. Thanks so much!

Country Western Night

admin — Sat, 10 Jul 2010 00:40:41 +0000

Saturday, September 25th at Holy Cross Church hall. A buffet style (all you can eat) dinner will be served at 6:30 PM with menu items that include: Chili, Baked Beans, Cornbread, Barbequed Spare Ribs, Pulled Pork and Chicken, Corn on the Cob, Potato Salad, Pickles & Olives – Watermelon, Lemonade, Coffee and Desserts. Entertainment by Boot, Scoot’n Boogie with Ron Kapnick, Square Dance and Calling. Price $25 per person (Children Under 12 FREE). Please make all reservations by September 20th by calling the Parish at 973-256-4888 or Mr. Dom Bucci at 973-703-6473. Don’t forget your cowboy hat, boots and jeans (denim allowed). Also: 50/50 and Basket of Cheer Raffles!

Acolyte Retreat

admin — Sat, 03 Jul 2010 20:02:24 +0000

From Tuesday, June 29th to Friday, July 2nd the Central Diocese Acolyte Retreat took place at the Bishop Hodur Retreat and Recreation Center in Waymart, PA. Almost forty participants came from several parishes of our diocese including five altar servers from our parish: Nayef, Ned, Neil Kiame, Michael and Natalie Cyman.

All participants had time to pray during Mass, before meals and before going to sleep. They enjoyed playing different games indoors and outside. They did swim in the pool with the presence of the life guard. Yes, the water was warm which helped adults to join as well. The pool was used every day. Participants hiked to the shore of Keen Lake (see the picture below). They listened to interesting presentations at the retreat center. The weather was excellent except for one chilly night. The bonfire on Thursday made all of us become one friendly family.

God bless and congratulations to Gavin

admin — Sat, 03 Jul 2010 19:57:15 +0000

On Sunday, June 27, 2010 at the 11 AM Holy Mass Gavin Estuardo DePrizo, son of Richard and Connie DePrizio, received the Sacrament of Baptism. His godparents were Robert and Barbara DePrizio. On behalf of Holy Cross Parish we congratulate Gavin, his big brother Tristan, parents, grandparents, family members and friends.

From the Stewardship Committee

admin — Sun, 27 Jun 2010 05:01:17 +0000

Our last meeting was held on Wednesday, June 23rd. The committee is preparing a project to support the homeless in our society. Specific dates will be announced in September. If you wish to help, please contact Al Katinsky, Pat Olsen or Father Joseph. You can also send us an E-mail. The next meeting of Stewardship Committee will take place on Wednesday, September 29th at 10:30 AM. Please join!

Masses for the Homebound and the Sick

admin — Sun, 27 Jun 2010 04:58:44 +0000

Parishioners and community members are welcome to attend Holy Masses for the homebound and the sick every Thursday in July at 7:00 PM. Please note the dates: July 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29, 2010. You can pray for your intention or for someone else.

“Is anyone among you sick? He should summon the presbyters of the church, and they should pray over him and anoint him with oil in the name of the Lord…” (James 5:14). Father Joseph R. Cyman preaches the sermon based on the Holy Scripture. At the conclusion of the service the anointing with holy oil takes place.