Early June Events
In early June we celebrated our Seniorate’s observance of Sunday in the Octave of Corpus Christi, the installation of our new ramp, the Sacrament of Marriage for Mr. and Mrs. Al Nurdjaja, and June elections.
Parish Life
Bishop Bernard Nowicki Incardinates Deacon Mark Koscinski as a Deacon in the PNCC.
On Sunday\, May 26th at 11 am Holy Mass, Rt. Rev. Bernard Nowicki, Bishop of the Central Diocese PNCC incardinated Deacon Mark Koscinki as a Deacon serving iin the Central Diocese of the Polish National Catholic Church.
Deacon Mark went through years of Diaconate education and training in the diocese and at our parish. He previously served for 15 years as a Deacon in another Christian denomination.
We are very happy having this special celebration in our parish. Our parish will now have a second deacon serving in addition to Deacon Bill Gaydos.
I am confident that the service of Deacon Mark Koscinski would bring spiritual benefit to our parish.
– Fr. Joseph R. Cyman, Pastor
Deacon Mark Koscinski, a certified public accountant, was born and raised in Sayreville NJ. He has been a lifelong resident of New Jersey. Deacon Mark, with his wife Susan and dog Molly, lives in Phillipsburg, NJ. Currently, he is an associate professor of accounting at the Moravian University School of Business and Economics. He also helps out with the Catholic on Campus Club at Moravian. Deacon Mark was tonsured into the clergy in 2002 and was ordained a subdeacon and then deacon in 2006. He has a degree in religion from Drew University and is currently attending Lancaster Theological Seminary on a part-time basis. Deacon Mark looks forward to helping both Holy Cross Church and the Central Diocese.
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First Holy Communion 2024
Congratulation to First Holy Communion class who received their First Holy Communion on Sunday, May 19th: Emma Galarza, Valentina Hernandez, Jace Hill, Daymar Ochoa, Jayden Cuevas Perez, Tracy Cuevas Perez, Cataleya Prieto and Julian Rivera. May Jesus’ presence with You constantly strengthen you in the faith.
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Easter Procession and Holy Mass Photos
Easter Procession and Holy Mass
Christ is Risen! Indeed He is Risen! Alleluia!!!
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Easter Scenes
Holy Cross parish decorated for Easter. Christ is Risen! Indeed He is Risen! Alleluia!
Agape
There were seven parishioners of Holy Cross Parish attending Agape, the Last Supper of Jesus, organized by N/Y N/J Seniorate Adoration Society at SS Peter & Paul parish on March 17th at 3 PM. It was a spiritually filled event with two hours of retreat reflecting on Passover and Last Supper of Jesus.
St. Patrick’s Dinner Thank You
We thank all who prepared meals, came to support this event and helped to make this event enjoyable and beneficial for our parish.
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St. Valentine’s Luncheon Thank You
We thank those who prepared and served the meal on Sunday, February 11th. I was glad to have my sister, niece and her two daughters with me that day – Fr. Joseph and family
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Annual Christmas Dinner
On Sunday, December 10th dozens of parishioners attended our annual Christmas Dinner. The children and all attendees enjoyed Christmas music and a great menu consisting of Baked Salmon, Pork Roast, Chicken Marsala, Beef Empanadas, Spanish Rice, Scalloped Potatoes, Mixed Vegetables, Salad, Bread & Rolls, Assorted Desserts.
We thank all those who attended this event, especially the parents for bringing their children. The children of Holy Cross are special and very important to our parish. Santa (St. Nicholas) came with his Elf helper and gave presents to all the children. He told them to listen and help their parents and be well behaved. Lots of pictures taken with Santa.
Merry Christmas to all!
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Seniors Receive Christmas Flowers
Forty Christmas flowers were delivered to the residents of William Hinchliffe Manor Senior Apartments in Paterson We thank all those who donated and assisted.
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