We thank those who prepared and served the meal on Sunday, February 11th. I was glad to have my sister, niece and her two daughters with me that day – Fr. Joseph and family
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On Sunday, December 10th dozens of parishioners attended our annual Christmas Dinner. The children and all attendees enjoyed Christmas music and a great menu consisting of Baked Salmon, Pork Roast, Chicken Marsala, Beef Empanadas, Spanish Rice, Scalloped Potatoes, Mixed Vegetables, Salad, Bread & Rolls, Assorted Desserts.
We thank all those who attended this event, especially the parents for bringing their children. The children of Holy Cross are special and very important to our parish. Santa (St. Nicholas) came with his Elf helper and gave presents to all the children. He told them to listen and help their parents and be well behaved. Lots of pictures taken with Santa.
Merry Christmas to all!
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Forty Christmas flowers were delivered to the residents of William Hinchliffe Manor Senior Apartments in Paterson We thank all those who donated and assisted.
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We congratulate the following recipients of the Sacrament of Confirmation:
The Sacrament of Confirmation was administered by Rt. Rev. Bernard Nowicki. Holy Mass was concelebrated Pastor, Rev. Joseph Cyman, with the help of Deacon William Gaydos.
We enjoyed the reception after the Mass in the Parish Hall. I thank all those who helped to organize reception and cleaning after the event. Sacrament of Confirmation is fulfilment of the Sacrament of baptism and beginning of deeper involvement in the life of the church. New Confirmands are asked to serve in different ministries building the church which Jesus established for our salvation.
On Sunday, August 27th we celebrated the Sacrament of Baptism for Kora C. Ortega, daughter of Kevin and Karyn Ortega. May God bless you in every way.
On Sunday, August 13th, we celebrated the Sacrament of Marriage for Robert Baczyk and & Maja (Kulik) and the Sacrament of Baptism for Odette A. Baczyk – daughter of Robert & Maja. May God continue to bless you in every way.
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We congratulate the following students who received their First Holy Communion on Sunday, June 25th.
I would like to thank parents who exhibited dedication and support by bringing their children for classes on Sundays and Wednesdays. My words of appreciation to Deacon Bill who helped me teach classes when I was not able to do so due to my other commitments or meetings on some Sundays. -Fr. Joseph
First Holy Communion classes begin September 10th.
The bread and wine become the Body and Blood of our Lord during the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass when the priest says the words of consecration which Jesus used during the Last Supper: This is My Body… This is My Blood. (PNCC Catechism).
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On Sunday, June 18th our parish enjoyed our annual Father’s Day Breakfast.
We thank especially those who were involved in preparations and in serving delicious meal, especially: David Obssuth, Ed and Beverly Obssuth, Jim and Susan Cimmino, Fran Cuccinello, Natalie Lazar, Cathy Warwick, Joan Kaynak, Rosie Castillo and anyone else who helped to made this event enjoyable in honor of all fathers.
We enjoyed a surprise song called “Happy Father’s Day to you”, well performed by the group of happy women !!!!
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On Sunday, June 18th (on Father’s Day) we presented awards to youth who were involved and participated in Sunday School Classes and different projects. We thank teachers Mr. Paul Murphy and Ms. Natalie Lazar for their dedication to teach our children Sunday School lessons. Our dear youth helped the parish with preparations of Thanksgiving baskets, Christmas gifts for the elderly, and flowers for Veterans. They made beautiful gifts for Mothers and Fathers. They prayed during classes, read and studied Sunday School materials discovering the basics of our Christian faith and Christian values. We thank parents for their involvement and support. Sunday School classes will resume on Sunday, September 10th at 11 am. Here are names of youth who received awards:
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The parish town picnic, held Sunday, June 4th, was a huge success. It got bigger this year.
As always, the food was delicious and plentiful. Thank you to the chefs Ed Obssuth, Dave Obssuth, Dominick Bucci and Tracey Banta for a job well done. Thanks to all that donated desserts and homemade dishes to share with friends. We thank those who set up the hall and tents before the event: Penni Lazor, Fran Cuccinello, Matthew Daniewski, Dominick Bucci and those who cleaned after the event, Hernan Patino, Laura Orrego, Diego Ochoa, Iris Miolan and others. I was impressed seeing so much new energy in many parishioners helping at the picnic. Children and adults enjoyed fun and games including a 16’ water slide, dunk tank, “blake the clown”, face painting, balloon twisting, a touch of nature (20 animals on display that gave some educational tips). Many thanks to the Picnic Committee for planning and volunteering their time and talent to make the day fun filled for the young and adults.
Parishioners, friends, children, neighbors and Woodland Park residents all came together and enjoyed the afternoon festivities.
Many thanks to all that participated in any way with helping to make it a great day for all. This event was considered as an outreach program to our community supported by the diocese. As a result, we had people who signed up to become members of our parish and their children will attend First Holy Communion and Confirmation classes.
Looking forward to 2024’s picnic.
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