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Special thank you

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We would like to thank the St. Nicholas Ministry who donated Easter flowers for the sick and homebound of our parish. All home bound greatly appreciated the fact that they are remembered by the Holy Cross Church family. Special thanks are extended to Lucy and Richard Daum, who made arrangements to purchase flowers and delivered them to the church. We thank also Alfreda Bazanowski for sending cards to home bound, and for special occasions to our parishioners on behalf of Holy Cross Church.

Our Parish recently received a bequest of $5,000 as a beneficiary of Jean Biegel’s Last Will and Testament. Jean Begiel (96) passed away on Dec. 11, 2010. As a token of appreciation our parish remembered Jean last Sunday April 3, 2011 during both Holy Masses. We ask parishioners to remember Jean in personal thoughts and prayers. Each Friday the Holy Mass is celebrated with the intention for the benefactors of Holy Cross Church. Eternal rest, grant unto her O, Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her. May she rest in peace. Amen.

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  • Deacon David Gaydos prepared a delicious St. Patrick’s Dinner and, with his wife Laurie, donated food they purchased.
  • Bob and Merry Sleece donated basket of cheers.
  • Mrs. Renata Cyman sponsored entertainment provided by Davis Academy of Irish Dance.
  • Edward and Beverly Obssuth donated items for door prizes.
  • Edward Obssuth, Hughie Vickerilla helped in the kitchen. Christian and Juan Reyes, Roger Zibor, Nelly Cabrejos helped after the dinner doing clean up.
  • Dominick Bucci, Penni Lazor and Michael S. decorated the parish hall.
  • Hughie & Beverly Vickerilla and Karen Hitchcock donated St. Joseph’s Pastry for the dinner. We thank anyone who donated baked goods, cleaned after the event and supported this fundraiser.
  • We thank anyone who helped in any shape or form to make this event a success. Great job!!!
  • We thank Nelly Cabrejos for cleaning altar linens.

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Ś+P Estelle Staudinger

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Prayers of sympathy are offered by Holy Cross Parish for Ś+P Estelle Staudinger (96), Tom’s River – Holiday City at Berkeley, who passed to Eternal Life on Sunday, March 13, 2011, at home.

Ś+P Estelle was a lifelong member of Holy Cross Church, Woodlawn Park. Born in Chadwick, N.Y., she resided most of her life in Paterson before moving to Holiday City at Berkeley 25 years ago. She was predeceased by her husband, Michael, in 1996; and her sisters, Genevieve, in 1997, and Mary, in 2000. Surviving is her daughter, Lorraine Beck and her husband Richard of Island Heights; two grandchildren, Michael Steitz and his wife Christine of Wall, and Sharon Costello and her husband Anthony of Barnegat; and seven great-grandchildren, Kenneth, Bryant, Kaylea, Aaron and Connor Costello, Michael and Caitlyn Steitz. Donations in her memory may be made to Holy Cross Church, 220 Browertown Road West, Woodlawn Park, NJ 07424

Eternal rest grant unto her O Lord and let perpetual light shine upon her.
May she rest in peace. Amen.

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Updates – The Zachary Decker Fundraiser and our St. Patrick’s Dinner

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Both events now feature entertainment.

Sounds of Sinatra & More, Al Russo And Garry Colletti will be appearing at the Zachary Decker Fundraiser from 1-3pm on Sunday, April 3rd at the Brownstone, 351 West Broadway, Paterson, New Jersey.

The Davis Academy Of Irish Dancing will be appearing at our annual St. Patrick’s Day Luncheon on March 20th starting at noon.

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Car Care Inspection Offered

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As part of Car Care Month activities nationwide, motorists are invited to have their vehicles checked by Liberty Auto Electric at 101 Straight St, Paterson, NJ, 07501. Free will donations will be accepted as fundraiser for the Holy Cross Church. Telephone: 973-754-9355.

Liberty will also hold a car care inspection at Holy Cross on Sunday, May 1st from noon to 4pm.

Motorists can learn more about the benefits of performing scheduled vehicle maintenance and needed repair. “These free vehicle inspections can disclose potential safety and operational problems because of deficiencies such as low brake fluid or under-inflated tires” said Juan Reyes President of Liberty Auto Electric. Juan and his family joined our parish last year. Juan is coordinator of the Youth Group in our parish. “Nine out of 10 vehicles going through check-up lanes last year showed consumer neglect. The top problem areas were motor oil, windshield wipers, air filters, belts and hoses and lights.”

Beyond the effect that vehicle neglect can have on safety, dependability and performance, a discovery during a check-up lane inspection can help prevent a breakdown at a busy intersection or on a heavily traveled highway, or even worse, on a deserted road far from home. “Motorists appreciate our Car Care Month check-up events,” says Jose Pascual, Service Advisor. “It’s a community activity event that strives to encourage motorists to take care of their vehicles, which in many cases is one of their most costly investments. These events provide important need-to-know information for anyone who owns or leases a car.” Liberty Auto Electric has been in Paterson for more than 20 years and it’s been a leader in the automotive repair service always bringing superb service and technology to the citizens of Paterson and other communities nearby. Car Care Months is an integral part of the Car Care Council’s “Be Car Care Aware” consumer education campaign promoting the benefits of regular vehicle care, maintenance and repair to consumers. For more information or to receive a copy of the visit the Council’s new Car Care Guide for motorists.

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The Season of Lent at Holy Cross

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During the Lenten time all of us should remember personal prayers, to read and reflect on Holy Scripture, and to attend the liturgy of Sunday Mass. Fasting – we are called to abstain from meat on Wednesdays and Fridays for those who are 14 years old and above and are otherwise physically able. During Holy Week we abstain from meat from Wednesday through Saturday in preparation for the Lord’s resurrection and in recognition of all He did for us.

You are invited to attend Lenten Devotions to reflect on the redemptive sufferings and death of our Lord on Wednesdays at 7:15 P.M.

Ash Wednesday – The Beginning Of Lent

On Wednesday, March 9, 2011 the Church begins the season of Lent. On that day two Masses will be celebrated: at 12:00 P.M. with the Blessing and distribution of Ashes and at 7:15 p.m. with the Blessing and distribution of Ashes. Beginning on Ash Wednesday we are called to repent, to change our minds about the way we live our lives in the sight of God.

Wednesday Lenten Devotions

  • March 16, 2011 @ 7:15 PM — Bitter lamentations #1
  • March 23, 2011 @ 7:15 PM — Stations of the Cross (Youth Group members and 1st Holy Communion Students)
  • March 30, 2011 @ 7:15 PM — Bitter Lamentations #2
  • April 6, 2011 @ 7:15 PM — Stations of the Cross (Youth Group members and 1st Holy Communion Students)
  • April 13, 2011 – @ 7:15 PM — Bitter Lamentations #3
  • April 22, 2011 – Good Friday @ 3 PM — Stations of the Cross with youth and children participation

Alms Box

Our parish traditionally uses the Alms Box in the vestibule of the church for the benefit of the poor. Please continue to support this great cause to help the less fortunate of our society particularly as a sacrifice during Lent. “When you give alms, your left hand must not know what your right is doing – your almsgiving must be secret, and your father who sees all that is done in secret will reward you.” — Matthew 6:3-4.

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St. Patrick’s Day Luncheon

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The Parish Life Committee of Holy Cross invites you to come and enjoy a “St. Patrick’s Day Luncheon” on Sunday, March 20th at 12 P.M. (after 11:00 AM Holy Mass).

The menu includes: Corned Beef, Cabbage, Irish Red Potatoes, Baked Chicken, Variety of Vegetables, Assorted Breads, Irish Soda Bread, Coffee/Tea, Irish Coffee, and Homemade Desserts

There will also be a raffle for a Basket of Irish Cheer, Door Prizes, and a 50/50 Raffle.

Please R.S.V.P by March 13th for tickets. Adults are $15 each and children and youth are free. Tickets may be purchased at the church or by mail. Please call (973) 256-4888 for additional information.

NOW – featuring entertainment by the The Davis Academy Of Irish Dancing.

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Parish Elections and Thank you

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We congratulate the following parishioners who were elected as members of the Parish Committee and members of other services elected at the Annual parish meeting held last Sunday February 13, 2011:

PARISH COMMITTEE: Dominick Bucci (Chairperson), Bob Sleece (Vice Chairperson), Karen Hitchcock (Secretary), Richard Daum (Treasurer); Trustees: Edward Obssuth, Alice Kriskewic, Adele Merson, Hughie Vickerilla, Claire Centrella, Penni Lazor and Lynn Imperiale.

PARISH TRIBUNAL: Penni Lazor and John Surak

AUDITORS: Lucia Blaschak, Karen Peano, Judy Lamping

ENVELOPE RECORDER: Karen Hitchcock

SENIORATE COUNCIL: Judy Lamping and Alice Kriskewic

We wish all elected members successes in their service for our parish.

We also thank all those who brought delicious salads, sandwiches, and doughnuts for refreshment during the Annual Parish Meeting last Sunday. Also, we thank our high school students who provided care and a program for the children during the Parish meeting sessions. As a result we had more adults attending the meeting and more youth participating in School of Christian Living program. With combined efforts we can look forward for another good year at Holy Cross Church.

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Please join us this weekend and reminders regarding this Sunday’s schedule

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Dear Parishioners,

Hope you and your families are doing well. We are Looking forward to having nice weather on Sunday – 42 degrees. Wow!.

Just a reminder that this Sunday February 13th, we will have Holy Masses scheduled at 9AM and Noon.

After 9:00 AM Mass we will have time for warm coffee and then we will begin our Annual Parish Meeting at 10:15 AM lasting until 11 AM. We will have a 20 minute break for refreshments consisting of sandwiches and varieties of homemade salads. We will re-convene meeting from 11:20 AM until 11:45 AM.

The children will have an educational program and movies in our School of Christian Living (Sunday School). They will join us for the refreshment as well.

We wish to share, with all members of Holy Cross, our achievements that took place in 2010 and we will set plans for 2011. Everyone is welcome to contribute ideas so that guided by the Spirit of the Lord we will make together democratic decisions for the good of Holy Cross Church.

All are welcome!!!

With prayers,

Fr. Joseph and the Parish Committee

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