We thank David Obssuth for purchasing eight new shrubs that were planted in the front of the parish. It took seven hours of work, from removing the old shrubs, planting the new ones, and spreading forty bags of mulch. Our property looks much better. This work was done with the help of Michael Cyman and Fr. Joseph. Yes, we are getting ready for the church to be open again……Missing you all.
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Our parishioner, Gregory M. Junda, (70) passed away on April 28th. Born in Passaic, Mr. Junda resided in Clifton for most of his life. He was a proud Army Veteran in the Vietnam War stationed in Germany. Mr. Junda was a frame attendant for Verizon for thirty-one years before retiring. He also was employed with Lenoir’s Transport , Inc. in Lincoln Park.
Mr. Junda was a parishioner of our parish and a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post in Lincoln Park.
He was predeceased by his parents, Emil and Mary (nee Warchola) Junda and his brother, Robert “Abe” Junda. Survivors include his beloved wife, Frances L. (nee Budjinsky) Junda; his devoted daughter, Kimberly M. Junda and his sister-in-law, Joyce (nee Garrone) Junda: and his many devoted friends.
Mr. Junda was buried on Monday, May 4th at East Ridgelawn Cemetery, Clifton NJ. We express deepest sympathy to his beloved wife, Frances, his devoted daughter Kimberly, his sister-in-law, Joyce (nee Garrone) Junda, and his many devoted friends.
Eternal rest, grant unto him O Lord. May perpetual light shine upon him. May he rest in peace. Amen.
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Our Parishioner, Mary Margo (84) passed away on Friday, April 24th. She lived in the Chatham Nursing Home for last few months. I had the chance to visit her there few times administering her Holy Communion and Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick. Last time I visited her was before corona virus epidemic.
Mary served at Holy Cross Church for several years helping in the parish office as the secretary. We appreciate her service for the good of our parish.
By state law, during the coronavirus epidemic, funeral services can only be conducted at the cemetery. With the concurrence of Shook Funeral Home, Clifton and the Ridgelawn Cemetery in Clifton, a funeral service for Mary Margo will be held at the PNCC section of the cemetery of on Friday May 1st at 10am.
At a later date there will be a memorial Holy Mass celebrated for Mary when the church may hold public worship. Eternal rest, grant unto her O Lord. May perpetual light shine upon her. May she rest in peace. Amen.
Dear Friends,
At the beginning of this week we were instructed by civil authorities to avoid gatherings of more than ten (10) people. Because of this, we are not celebrating Sunday Mass. The church will be closed. However, I will celebrate privately one Mass on Sunday at 11 am. The Holy Mass will be available for viewing on Live-stream through Facebook. The videotaped Holy Mass will also be available on this website on Sunday afternoon.
Additionally, the Candlelight Service “My time with Mary” that was scheduled for March 19th was cancelled. Also, the Stations of the Cross (Friday night) will be cancelled to comply with the current recommendations by the authorities. The Stations of the Cross can be read on the website.
Because of necessity of holding Sunday Holy Mass by remote participation only, you may take advantage of our existing daily Mass 8:30 am from Monday to Friday and 10 am Mass on Saturday.
In this difficult time for our church we would appreciate your donations by mail, or electronically through Venmo, highly recommend and safe form of contribution. The Holy Cross’ Venmo account. Also, you can support the church through PayPal via this website.
Once again, please be safe, use your special precautions protecting yourselves and others and help civil authorities from spreading this illness.
With prayers and best wishes to you and your loved ones,
Fr. Joseph and Staff
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Our St. Patrick’s Luncheon took place on March 15th. We thank Fr. David Gaydos and Laurie Gaydos for donating the food and preparing the menu consisting of Corned Beef, Cabbage, Irish red potatoes, Baked Chicken – Variety of Vegetables, Assorted Breads / Irish Soda Bread, Homemade Desserts. We thank those who helped in the kitchen before, during and after the event. The green grab bags donated by Ed and Beverly Obssuth were part of the celebration. Ed and Penni were in charge of the drawing giving an occasion for laughter and fun. The drawings of the basket of cheer was donated by our Adoration Society and 50/50 took place at the end of our celebration to profit a young boy Philip S. and his family. During our Luncheon we hosted a special guest. Our parishioner, Mrs. Sophie Barnes, who remembers the ground breaking of Holy Cross in 1926 (Paterson), celebrated her 101-st birthday in the presence of her daughter and grandson. We sung her a well deserved Happy Birthday wishing her God’s blessings in the future. We thank ladies who brought baked goods for the St. Joseph’s table which included special St. Joseph’s cake. We thank everyone for coming to our annual celebration. Happy St. Patrick’s Day to everyone!
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My Time With Mary – a Spa For The Soul, a candlelit prayer service with beautiful music where everyone is welcome. Come along and bring a friend. Please come in – rest in the heart of Jesus and receive His blessing on:
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Group of children from our parish and their parents gathered together on February 2nd (Super Bowl and Super Bowl Sunday) to prepare the sandwiches and distribute winter clothes for the homeless in Paterson, NJ.
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Vickerilla, C. Jr. “Hughie” age 69 of Totowa passed away on January 25, 2020. He was a beloved husband of thirty three years to the former Beverly Sincavage of Totowa. Loving father of Jamie Santos of Totowa and Stacy A. Turco and her husband David of Wayne. Dear grandfather of Aubrey Santos, Jesse Santos, Aiden Turco, Dylan Turco and Kylie Turco. Brother of Marie Vickerilla of NY State, Lynn Smith of Totowa and Jane Lay of Chicago, IL. Also surviving are many nieces, nephews and cousins. Born in Paterson, he lived in Totowa most all of his life. He was Owner/Chef for Hughie’s Red Kettle, Totowa for many years before retiring in 2016. Hughie was a very selfless person and helped everyone in need. He was an inspiration to all. He was an avid NY Yankee fan and enjoyed to travel to the Carribean Islands. He also loved to walk and enjoyed the Jersey Shore.
Friends may visit Wednesday from 4:00-8:00 PM. The Wake Service will be on Wednesday at 7 pm. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral from the Festa Memorial Funeral Home, 111 Union Blvd., Totowa, on Thursday at 9:15 AM. Funeral Mass to follow at Holy Cross Polish National Catholic Church, Woodland Park at 10:00 AM. Entombment to follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery Mausoleum, Totowa. Donations in his memory may be made to Holy Cross Polish National Catholic Church, 220 Browertown Road, Woodland Park, N.J. 07424.
Let us remember our dear parishioner, Hughie Vickerilla in our prayers and his family in this sorrowful time. May he rest in peace. Amen.
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