We congratulate Christopher and Sanalia (Batista) Vender on the Baptism of their precious daughter, Gabriela Sanely Vender which took place on Sunday January 31, 2010. May the Lord abundantly bless Gabriela with health and happiness as well as Batista and Vender families, relatives and friends.
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Last Sunday’s donations totaled $147. The Parish Committee has decided that all donations will go to support the “Doctors Without Borders Foundation” for the Haiti Earthquake Relief. Envelopes are located in the vestibule of the church if you would like to help those affected by the earthquake on January 12, 2010. On that day, the capital city of Haiti – Port-au-Prince, close towns and villages, were affected by this terrible and deadly 7.1 magnitude earthquake which killed an estimated 200,000 people, injured 250,000 individuals, and left 1.5 million homeless.
On January 19, 2010 the Herald News had an article about the Haitian Bethel Church of the Nazarene in Paterson which assembles imperishable food, clothing and supplies for those in need. My wife and I recently went there to deliver some clothing, food items and toys (left from the last year’s Flea Market). We were warmly welcomed by the assistant pastor of that parish and informed that they already shipped two large containers through the Dominican Republic to Haiti. Those who wish to donate any imperishable food items, light clothing, and supplies may bring them directly to that church or call Jean Claude Douge at 201-654-5671. If you are unable to take your items to that church, you may drop them off in our parish hall. The Parish Committee members will assist in delivering your donations to Haitian Bethel Church, Paterson.
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The Parish Life Committee of Holy Cross Church invites all to our St. Patrick’s Dinner on Sunday, March 14, 2010 after 11:00 A.M. Holy Mass.
The menu will consist of: Corned Beef, Cabbage, Irish Red Potatoes, Baked Chicken – Variety Of Vegetables, Assorted Breads / Irish Soda Bread, Irish Coffee /Tea, Homemade Desserts.
Tickets are now available. Adults $15, Children under 12 free of charge. Please RSVP by 3/07/10. Send your donations to Holy Cross Church, 220 Browertown Rd., Woodland Park (formerly West Paterson), NJ 07424. For more information and to make reservations please call 973-256-4888 or send us an E-mail. Note that take-outs will also be available.
Sláinte!
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Our annual meeting is scheduled on Sunday, February 14, 2010 after 9:00 A.M. Mass. There will be only one Holy Mass on that Sunday at 9:00 A.M. Refreshment will be provided (St. Valentine’s Day). Supervision and Christian videos will be provided for children in the School of Christian Living building during the meeting. They will join us for refreshments. There will be no Communion Class that Sunday. We thank parishioners who throughout this past year shared their stewardship of treasure, time and talent for the good of Holy Cross Church. During the meeting, reports will be given from various ministries and groups of the parish. Those who are in charge of any group or ministry please send, e-mail or give your reports and plans for the Year 2010 to the church office by Sunday January 31, 2010. All parishioners are strongly encouraged to attend Mass and the Annual Parish Meeting.
The Polish National Catholic Church is made up of baptized Christians who worship together, partake of the sacraments, hear and obey the Word of God. In the PNCC Parish property is owned by the people who purchase, build and maintain it. Annual meetings are part of our democratic Church’s process for accountability to its people. We are a Church where each member has a voice and a vote.
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As we all know on Tuesday, January 12, 2010, the capital city of Haiti, Port-au-Prince, was affected by a terrible and deadly earthquake. The death toll estimates are as high as 150,000. In this desperate situation for so many people we are called to show our concern, prayers, and help. Please take envelopes from the vestibule of the church “Haiti Earthquake Relief Fund” and donate accordingly. The Parish committee will choose the charitable agency through which the contributions will be sent to Haiti.
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On Sunday, January 10, 2010 Holy Cross Parish hosted its annual New Year’s Buffet after 11:00 A.M. Holy Mass.
Dozens of people enjoyed variety of food that was prepared by Deacon David and his wife Laurie, Edward Obssuth, Michele Lazor and Mrs. Renata Cyman. The desserts were donated by several ladies who prepared an abundant selection of home made pastries and cakes.
The musical entertainment was provided by DJ. Rosario.
In addition to that, an educational presentation titled “Heart disease prevention” was given by three nurses from St. Joseph’s Hospital, Paterson. They provided free blood pressure test for several volunteers.
Our next social event St. Patrick’s Dinner will take place on Sunday, March 14,, 2010 after 11:00 A.M. Mass. To reserve tickets please call 973-256-4888.
Father Joseph R, Cyman, Pastor would like to visit parishioners and friends of the parish who wish to have their homes/apartments blessed. This can be done from now on until the beginning of the season of Lent (Ash Wednesday February 17, 2010). Please call 973-256-4888 or E-mail to contact Fr. Joseph to make arrangements.
For the visit, if it is possible, please prepare a cross and two candles. In the case of the sick and homebound, Holy Communion will be administered. In keeping with the tradition, the lintel of the door will be marked with the initials C+M+B+2010 (Caspar, Melchior, Balthazar-2010). These symbolize the Three Wise Men – Three Kings, who welcomed Jesus into their hearts, It is our way of accepting our Lord into our homes and our lives.
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CONGRATULATIONS – We congratulate Fernando Sung and Paulette Rodriguez on the baptism of their son, Stefano Min Sung Sung that took place on Sunday January 3, 2010 – The Solemnity of the Holy Family. Best wishes to his big brother, Gianfranco Sung, and the Rodriguez and Sung families, as well as their relatives and friends on this special occasion.
IT IS A GIRL – CONGRATULATIONS – We congratulate Juan G. Batista and Jacqueline K. (Coss) Batista on the birth of their precious daughter, Jazlyn Justa Batista on August 25, 2009 at Hackensack Hospital. We are looking forward for the day of her baptism. May the Lord bless the Batista and Coss families with His abundant blessings of love, good health and happiness.
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May the Lord send upon you, and your dear ones His abundant blessings in this Holy Season and throughout the New Year – 2010!
— Father Joseph and family and the Parish Committee of Holy Cross
On Sunday, December 6, 2009 our life long parishioner, Gladys Zebrowski, passed away. She was 93. The funeral Mass took place on Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2009 and she was buried at East Ridgelawn Cemetery, Clifton, NJ.
Gladys was beloved wife of the late Ś+P John Zebrowski – 1979, loving mother of Roy Zebrowski, his wife Susan of Lake Hopatcong, and Joan Sweigart, her husband Steven, of Palm Bay, FL; dear grandmother of Michael, Carrie-Ann, Laurie, and Debbie; great-grandmother of 4. Gladys is survived by her brother Louis, and two sisters Wanda and Jennie, as well as by many nieces and nephews. Born in New York, Gladys was a resident of Hawthorne for 70 years. Mrs. Zebrowski was also a member of the parish choir for many years. In addition to that, Gladys was a member of the American Legion Post 379 Ladies Auxiliary in Paterson.
Eternal rest grant unto her O Lord and may the perpetual light shine upon her.
May her soul and the souls of all the faithful departed rest in peace. Amen.
Wieczne odpoczynek racz jej dać Panie, a światłość wiekuista niechaj jej świeci.
Niech odpoczywają w pokoju, Amen.
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