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.
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.
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!
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!!!
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.
5+ Platinum Trays-over $200 / 25+ Grand Trays – over $100
75+ Super Trays – $50 plus / 100+ Regular Trays – $35 plus
TV 55” LG UHD, Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite, All-Weather Speakers, Keurig, Professional Power Station, Powerdash Pet
Scratch Offs / Door prizes and other great prizes
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 orPenni at 973-768-7917.
On Sunday, October 2nd, in the Commemoration of St. Francis of Assisi, the annual blessing of pets took place at the beginning of the 11 am Mass. The Holy Mass was celebrated in the parish hall with good attendance.
We thank all for attending the Holy Mass and those who brought well behaved pets for this special day. St. Francis of Assisi showed his remarkable love for all the creatures. He called them brothers and sisters and wrote a Canticle of the Creatures, giving glory to God for all living things He created.
Parishioners expressed their special Happy Birthday wishes to Fay Goglia who celebrated her 100th Birthday. We shared a special cake on Sunday, September 18th.
Living 100 years is a gift from above. To be able to walk, talk and smile and celebrate her 100th Birthday is an extraordinary gift from God. Fay is a special, positive and happy person.
We express our best wishes to Fay, her daughter, Mary, family members and friends.
Steven Ortega and Amy Tarazona were married by Fr. Joseph on Sunday, September 4th. Congratulations also to Best Man – Martin V., Maid of Honor – Diane T., parents: Emilia & Luis, Jennifer & Daniel, grandparents, relatives and friends.
Marriage is presented on the first pages of the bible, at the beginning of Jesus ministry and on the last pages of the Holy Scripture as a vision of eternal life – the wedding feast.
We all wish Steven and Amy that God’s love be present in their marriage life each day. May their lives be filled with joy and assurance that God is always with them with support from their family members, friends and faith community of Holy Cross. The example of the Holy Family gives them inspiration in their daily lives. – Fr. Joseph
On Sunday, June 26th , our parish enjoyed an annual free parish picnic after the 11 am Holy Mass. The picnic continued till about 3:30 pm
We had a happy time as a parish family. It was a part of our Outreach Program to our community.
The 16 feet water slide, Simply Magical – Magician, and dunk water tank gave us laughter and joy on this very hot day.
We had a variety of homemade ethnic foods, hot and cold and desserts donated by several parishioners. We truly appreciate their generosity. The parish provided hamburgers, hot dogs, popcorn, watermelon, and soft drinks. We thank Dominick Bucci, David Obssuth, Edward Obssuth for preparing hamburgers and hot dogs in the kitchen and outdoor grill. We thank Penni Lazor, Natalie Cyman and Patrick Lattre for setting up the hall and outdoor tents. We thank all those who supported our parish with free will donations. Finally, we thank the serving and clean-up crew Fran Cuccinello, Penni Lazor, Beverly Obssuth, Carol and Jaslene Medina and Joan Kaynak and anyone who helped in any way, shape or form to make the picnic a great time for the enjoyment of dozens of parishioners, community members and friends. God bless you all – Fr. Joseph
On Sunday, June 19th, we were honored to give awards to the following children and youth who expressed special service in the life of Holy Cross Church in the past school year 2021-2022:
Best Sunday School attendance:
Marc G. / Justin V. / Cameron R.
Honorable mention attendance:
Veronica M. / Viviana G. / Nicholas G.
Appreciation for serving as altar servers:
Nicholas G. / Chris G. / Daniel G.
Marcella G. / Athena G. / Viviana G. /Veronica M.
Appreciation for serving as lectors:
Natalie C. / Chris G. / Daniel G. / Marcella G.
We wish to thank our Sunday School teachers, Ms. Natalie Lazar and Mr. Paul Murphy for their time, dedication, and for sharing their teaching talents to the benefit of our children. In the last school year, children prepared Thanksgiving baskets, participated in the trip to feed the homeless in Paterson, prepared gifts for the elderly in Totowa, made post cards, prepared gifts for mothers and fathers, served as altar servers during our Holy Masses, and served as lectors. We are grateful for their participation in these and other activities. We especially wish to thank parents and guardians for their support and involvement.
May the Lord bless you all, keep you safe, healthy and a fun filled summer. Sunday school will begin again on Sunday Sept. 11, 2022.
