Parish Life

Blessing of Pets on October 4th

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On Sunday, October 4th, 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. The names of pets that were part of our celebration are indicated in the picture caption. Missing in the picture are two dogs, Lola and Loki.

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  • From left, cat – Sylvia, dog – Arabella, dog – Shelby, dog – Fred, dog – Jack, bunny – Baby

We thank all for attending the Holy Mass and for bringing 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.  

Blessing of Pets Prayer: Blessed are you, Lord God, maker of all living creatures. You called forth fish in the sea, birds in the air and animals on the land. You inspired St. Francis to call all of them his brothers and sisters. We ask you to bless these pets. By the power of your love, enable them to live according to your plan. May we always praise you for all your beauty in creation. Blessed are you, Lord our God, in all your creatures! Amen.

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A Successful Yard Sale

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Our Successful Yard Sale took place on Saturday, October 3rd from 9 am to 3 pm. We thank parishioners and friends who donated items for this fundraiser.

We appreciate Michael, Natalie and Fr. Joseph who set up tables and transported donations to the front of the church. We thank those who were selling items, served coffee, bagels and doughnuts during the Yard Sale: Penni Lazor, Fran Cuccinello, Renata Cyman, Natalie Cyman, George O’Brien, Dominick Bucci, and Rafal Daniewski.  In addition to the success, we enjoyed great weather that made this event a pleasant and enjoyable one. We thank six outside vendors who donated to Holy Cross Church for the use of our tables and were part of our event.

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God Bless Christian James

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The Sacrament of Baptism was administered to Christian James Gonzalez, son of Cesar Augusto Gonzalez And Christine (nee Howard) on Sunday, September 27th. Proud godparents were Jason Howard and Michelle Gonzalez. We congratulate Christian’s family members and friends on this special occasion. 

Baptism, one part of the Sacrament of Baptism-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 Baptism we are regenerated and incorporated into Christ’s body – His Church. Christian is the newest member of Holy Cross Church.

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Luncheon/Picnic and Plaque Dedication

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Holy Cross parish In Woodland Park celebrated a parish Luncheon/Picnic accompanied by the the dedication of the plaque in the memory of Hughie Vickerilla. The plaque says “In memory of Hughie’s Coffee Hour.”

Hughie shared the culinary talents he learned from his father Hubert in preparing beefsteak and fish and chips dinners as well as special menu for parish celebrations. He served coffee hour for many years and brought pastries for our parishioners. He left a legacy of service and dedication to Holy Cross Church. At today’s celebration Hughie’s wife, Beverly and his family members were present.

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God Bless Nylah

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We congratulate Nylah P. and her parents, Richard and Karlah, on Nylah’s baptism, Sunday, August 9th.

Through the Sacrament of Baptism we are incorporated into Christ’s body – His Church. 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, Nylah was marked with the sign of the cross to receive a 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 her new life in the Spirit of the Lord.  Parents, godparents and all members of our parish pledge to help this child to grow in Christian faith.

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God Bless Stephanie and Brianna

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We congratulate Stephanie T. and Brianna G. on their First Holy Communion which was celebrated on Sunday, July 12th. May the presence of Jesus in their hearts give them constant assurance of God’s love and blessings. We express our congratulations to their parents, family members, and friends. We thank teacher, Ms Mary V. for her help in providing First Holy Communion classes along with Fr. Joseph. Stephanie and Brianna, as well as for other three students, are celebrating their First Communion over several Sundays so we may properly follow pandemic restrictions.

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God Bless Jylixa

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We congratulate Jylixa Lopez who received Holy Eucharist for the first time on Sunday, June 28th. Julixa was baptized in the parish and is a faithful youth of the parish. We express our congratulations to her parents, relatives and friends. 

In order to accommodate all First Holy Communion family members the celebrations will continue for the next two weeks.  

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