Last week Natalie Lazar and Natalie Cyman delivered 32 poinsettias, 32 Christmas cards and ornaments to residents living at Hinchliffe Manor, Paterson NJ. We thank Sunday School teachers Ms. Natalie and Mr. Paul for organizing this project, children who prepared Christmas cards and parents who supported this project for the benefit of the elderly. Job well done!
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On Sunday, December 11th, Lexie Alaya Vargas received the Sacrament of Baptism. We congratulate proud parents, Angel and Ana, godparents, relatives and friends on this special occasion.
On Sunday, December 11th, Serenity Yanette Reign FanFan received the Sacrament of Baptism. We congratulate proud Phillippe and Diodekmaris, godparents, relatives and friends on this special occasion.
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You are invited to attend a prayer service called “My Time with Mary – a Spa for the Soul” which will be on Solemnity of Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The service has three decades of the Rosary Prayer filled with beautiful sacred music and a few short readings – there will be time for silence and contemplation with music playing. Please join us for your spiritual benefit. Find some time in your busy schedule. Hope to see you on Thursday, December 8th at 7pm.
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On Saturday, December 3, 2022 Holy Cross Church welcomed Isaiah Huertas into the parish family through the Sacrament of Baptism celebrated with the Holy Mass. We congratulate his proud parents, godparents, relatives and friends on this special occasion.
The Sacrament of Baptism and later Confirmation is the foundation of our Christian faith, is a gateway to new life in the Spirit, and the door that gives access to other sacraments. Through the Sacrament of Baptism and Confirmation we are regenerated and incorporated into Christ’s body – His Church.
The Catechism of the PNCC
As God made the covenant with his people so through Baptism, Jesus makes a new and everlasting covenant with his followers. As Jesus won new life for us on the cross, with the symbol of the cross, Isaiah was marked to receive the new life in the Lord. As the waters of the Red Sea led the people of Israel to freedom so the water of Baptism gave new life and led to Salvation. Parents, godparents and all members of our parish pledge to help this child to grow in Christian faith.
Dear parishioners,
I ask you to pray for the deceased Woodland Park Police Captain, Jeffrey O’Brien, son of our parishioners: George and Dorothy O’Brien. George serves as our parish committee chairman.
Jeffery was a dedicated policeman in our town and did volunteer work for the benefit of our parish. We are forever grateful for his service to our community and parish. Jeffrey passed away Monday, November 21st after an eight year battle with Brain Cancer. He was faithfully supported by his family and friends throughout the years.
We express our heartfelt and sincere condolences to his entire family. We support the WP Police Department with our prayers in this sorrowful time.
May he Rest In Peace.
Fr. Joseph
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Jaylanie Maria Batista, the daughter of Juan and Jacqueline Batista, was baptized on Sunday, October 16th. Proud parents were: Juan M. Santos and Nancy Acevedo. We congratulate Jaylanie’s parents, godparents, family members and friends. God bless you all!
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On Sunday, October 9th the Solemnity of Christian Family, we celebrated a special Holy Mass of thanksgiving and asked God’s blessing for Michael Piascik on his recent 100th Birthday. In the picture is Mr. Michael with his immediate family. GOD BLESS and STO LAT, STO LAT!!!
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Our Annual Tricky Tray will be held Saturday, October 15th (doors open at 4pm, calling begins at 6pm) at the United Food & Commercial Workers Hall Local 464 (Meat Cutters Union Hall), 245 Paterson Ave., Little Falls NJ. The facility is handicap accessible.
Pre-Paid admission is $15 and includes coffee/tea and an array of desserts and two sheets of 26 regular prize chances. Purchase pre-packaged raffles Admission fee on day of the event (If available) will be $20 and includes coffee/tea, sweets, and one sheet of 26 regular prize chances. Children 8 – 17 are half-price. Children as runners – Free. No children under 8 years old. Must be 18 to play.
Hot Dogs, Pizzas, Popcorn, Chips, Soda will be available for purchase or bring your own food!!!
Deadline for tickets: Oct. 12, 2022. Contact: Fran or the Parish Office or call/text the Parish cell phone at 201-247-4832 or Penni at 973-768-7917.
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Joan Helene Ruyzam, 72, of Pompton Lakes, passed away peacefully at home while in the loving presence of her family on Friday, September 30, 2022.
Joan was born in 1950 in New York City and raised for a short time in Astoria Queens. Her life got off to a bumpy start as she was prematurely born resulting in lungs that were not fully developed. To assure the best chance for survival, Joan’s pediatrician advised her parents to move out of New York’s congested atmosphere to a place where the air quality would be cleaner. Her parents took the advice and moved to Ocean Township in South Jersey. By God’s grace, Joan’s condition continually improved to the point where she was able to lead a perfectly normal life.
In her teenage years, Joan attended Asbury Park High School while waiting for the completion of the newly constructed Ocean Township High School where she graduated in 1967. In pursuit of higher education, she attended Monmouth College in West Long Branch, NJ and graduated with her bachelor’s degree in Education in 1971.
Joan really loved the sun, sand, surf and everything else there was to enjoy about life near the ocean. While in college during the summer of 1970, she decided to compete in the Miss Seaside Heights Beauty Pageant. No surprise, Joan won the contest and, in efforts to boost tourism to Seaside, a large promotional poster featuring Joan was posted in prominent locations including Grand Central Station in New York City.
Joan’s “get your foot in the door” first job was at a business school in Asbury Park. After that, she subbed until getting a job teaching typing at a grammar school in central New Jersey. Being a teacher meant summers off and she’d typically waitress to supplement her income. One summer, Joan was waitressing down the shore at a place called the Thunderbird Hotel. It was there that she waited on a couple who knew about a job opening for a business teacher at Lakeland Regional High School in Wanaque Township, NJ. Taking their advice, Joan interviewed for the position and got it. She ended up staying at Lakeland for the next thirty years until retiring in 2007.
While teaching at Lakeland, Joan enjoyed the respect of her students and colleagues. One colleague was a history teacher named Joseph Ruyzam. She and Joe eventually fell in love and married. (….)
Joan had a love for life filled with many interests. She was an avid reader who enjoyed anything from the latest Danielle Steele romance to countless writings about political history and current political events. When she and Joe travelled, she could never resist picking up a book about the places they went. She and Joe’s travels took them all over the USA including Los Angeles, San Francisco, Chicago, Nashville, the Grand Canyon, Las Vegas, Myrtle Beach, Charleston, Boston and New Orleans. There was also a very much enjoyed trip to Aruba where the restaurants were a highlight. Joan’s favorite music featured songs from the 1950’s. (….)
Throughout Joan’s life, her faith in God was foundational. Even in recent years as she fought through various battles with her health, her faith was a constant source of strength. She was beloved by her students, her professional colleagues, and especially her family. Intelligent and quick witted, Joan was a pleasure to share company with. Here range of knowledge was vast and conversations with her were always interesting and thought provoking. Her smile was as beautiful as her heart from which her smile emanated.
Joan was the beloved wife of Joseph, blessing in marriage for 22 years. She is also survived by her brother-in-law John Ruyzam of Wayne, and her cousin-in-law Valerie Levine (Victor Barber) of Boonton. Joan was predeceased by her parents Edward F. and Edna R (Ford) Ringenberger.
The wake service took place at the Vander May Wayne Colonial Funeral Home, 567 Ratzer Road, Wayne, on Tuesday, October 4, 2022 from 4-8 PM.
Funeral Service was celebrated at 11:00 AM at Holy Cross Polish National Catholic Church, 220 Browertown Road, Woodland Park. Burial followed at Laurel Grove Cemetery, Totowa.
Those planning an expression of sympathy in Joan’s name are asked to consider:
Holy Cross Polish National Catholic Church
220 Browertown Road
Woodland Park, NJ 07424
P.A.T.C.H. (Pet Adoption Through Caring Hands)
26 Lakeside Avenue
Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442
Joan is missed by the members of her family, relatives, friends and parishioners. She is leaving an empty spot in the hearts of many people. May her kindness and other good qualities, which she developed with God’s grace inspire us. All members of Holy Cross Parish, my family, we extend our deep sympathy to husband Joseph, brother-in-law John, relatives and friends. Eternal rest grant unto her O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her. May she rest in peace. Amen. – Fr. Joseph
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