Flea Market
Our Annual Flea market with outside vendors, home goods, antiques, and more has been moved to September – see more information here. We will also have Polish food for sale. All are welcome.
Events
Easter Procession and Celebrations
On Easter Sunday, April 19th we began the joyous celebration of Easter with the Easter Procession around the church. The four corners of the world were blessed with the presence of the Risen Lord in the Holy Eucharist. Solemn Holy Masses were celebrated at 9 am and 11 am.
We thank our deacons, lectors, organists, the volunteers who carried the baldachino, resurrection statue, Paschal candle, and resurrection cross, altar servers, ushers, greeters, children who spread flower petals during the procession and everyone who attended these special celebrations of the Resurrection of our Savior, Jesus Christ. Happy Easter to everyone!
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April 29th Applebee’s Fundraiser
Please join us on Saturday, April 29th at Applebee’s, 465 Route 46 West, Totora, NJ from 8-10am for our flapjack fundraiser. Enjoy a great breakfast and support a worth cause. Tickets are $10. Contact us at 973-703-6473, 201-247-4832, or by E-mail.
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Baptism of Gabriela Rosalie
On Sunday April 2, 2017 the Sacrament of Baptism was administered to Gabriela Rosalie Racanati, the daughter of Francesco Racanati and Krista (Campbell).
The proud godparents were, Scott Russo and Danielle Russo. We congratulate Racanati, Campbell and Russo families, relatives and friends on this special occasion of welcoming Gabriela as our newest member of our parish and member of Christian family.
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Annual Agape
The Annual Agape (commemoration of the Last Super of Jesus with His Apostles) for NY/NJ Seniorate clergy and parishioners was held on Sunday, April 2nd at Holy Cross parish. The clergy were represented by Fr. Sr. Gregory Mludzik, Fr. Marian Tarnowski, Fr. Andrew Koterba and Fr. Joseph Cyman, host Pastor. A group of parishioners from Dunellen, Bayonne, Wallington, Passaic and Holy Cross participated in reflection, prayers and the meal. Music and songs appropriate for the occasion solemnized this event. Discussion on the commitment toward God, family, work, community and in general was a part of our discussion and reflection. Fr. Joseph invited youth from Holy Cross, especially Confirmation Class students, to experience this annual prayerful celebration. The menu consisted of chicken, lamb, salmon, and rice, variety of salads, soft drinks, coffee and deserts. We thank all who prepared this program and came to be a part of commemoration of Jesus’ Last Supper. Thus deepened our personal relation with our Lord and Savior.
7th Annual Mission and Evangelism Workshop
The 7th Annual Mission and Evangelism Workshop will take place at Holy Cross parish from May 5th through 7th. Together with the parish committee we are honored to welcome bishops, clergy, and guests from out of state to Holy Cross. This year’s theme is “Faith That Works: The Letter of James”
The agenda of the workshop and the registration form as well as hotel information are available on the Church’s website. All these documents are also available in the parish office upon request. All are welcome to attend. Please reserve these dates and take this opportunity to strengthen your faith and relationship with the Lord. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact us.
Fr. Joseph and Staff Members
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Fish & Chips Dinner
A Fish & Chips Dinner celebrating Spring will be held on Sunday, March 26th. Along with the dinner, we will hold a 50/50 raffle and there will be door prizes.
The menu includes: Manhattan Clam Chowder, Fresh Rolls and Butter, Salads and Coleslaw, Fish and Chips, Chicken Cutlet, Coffee / Tea, and Assorted Desserts.
Tickets are $15 for adults. Children under 12 are free (if attending with parents). For youth, a menu of fish sticks and mac and cheese is available on request. Please indicate when purchasing tickets.
Please R.S.V.P. by March 20th. Call: 201-247-4832 (cell), 973-256-4888 (office) or E-mail us.
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ANS Makes Prayer Blankets
On Sunday, March 5th, members of the Adoration Society (ANS) held their monthly meeting. During the meeting, inspired by information presented at the Diocesan ANS Convention last year, they made eight Prayer Blankets for cancer patients and shut its. The blankets were blessed on Sunday, March 12th.
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Confirmation Class Cares For Our Neighbors
On Sunday March 12th students from our Confirmation Class distributed food consisting of sandwiches, water and clothing to the homeless in Paterson, NJ. Jackets, scarfs, shawls, hats, blankets, winter shoes and other items were donated by parishioners of Holy Cross. It was a very cold day and it was very appropriate to remember the less fortunate of our society. “Whatever you did to the least of my brothers and sisters you did to me” – words of our Savior, Jesus Christ. At the end of the distribution the remaining items were donated to Eva’s Village in Paterson.
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St. Patrick’s Dinner – A Special Thank You
On Sunday March 12th, our parish hosted its annual St. Patrick’s Luncheon. During this event the green grab bags donated by Ed and Beverly Obssuth were part of the celebration. Penni was in charge of the drawing, giving us moments of laughter and fun. The drawings of the basket of cheer donated by Adoration Society and 50/50 took place at the end of our celebration. We thank Deacon David Gaydos and Laurie Gaydos for donating the food and preparing the menu consisting of Corned Beef, Cabbage, Irish Red Potatoes, Baked Chicken – A variety of Vegetables, Assorted Breads / Irish Soda Bread, Homemade Desserts and Irish Coffee. Hughie Vickerilla, Edward and Beverly Obssuth, George O’Brien, Roger Zibor, and Jerry Rotsaert helped in the kitchen; Penni Lazor decorated the hall beautifully. We thank everyone coming to our annual celebration. Happy St. Patrick’s Day to everyone!
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