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Coronation of the Blessed Virgin Mary

Events, Parish Life, PNCC /

On the first Sunday of May the coronation of the Blessed Virgin Mary took place after both Holy Masses.

Those who participated in the procession with the crowned statue of the Blessed Virgin Mary at 9 am Mass were Deacon Bill Gaydos, Kenneth Hofmann, Kimberly and Cindy Matute, Nayef and Ned Kiame.

Those who participated in the procession with the crowned statue of the Blessed Virgin Mary at 11 am Mass were Michael Cyman – cross, Melissa Betancur, Josephine Palman, Gianni Maher, Declan Maher, Natalie Cyman, Emily Reyes Sung and Hailey Hagal.

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Ś+P Józef Cyman

Parish Life, Pastor's Update /

śp. Józef Cyman (85), father of Fr. Joseph R. Cyman passed away on Friday April 26, 2013 in Bytów, Poland.

z6śp Józef was born in Gowidlino, Poland on April 12, 1928. He grew up with nine siblings. He served three years in the army to protect his country 1950-1953. Loving husband to late śp. Agnieszka Cyman for 52 years, they married in 1954. He was a loving father of four children. He took care of his family by working in irrigation and drainage, in the bakery and mostly as the farm owner. He was involved in helping others by performing functions as Mayor in Rokiciny, a council member in the municipality of Czarna Dąbrówka and also a council member in the district of Bytów. He received awards from the government of Poland.
śp. Józef was a man of prayer and religious practice giving good example of service to the family and the parish community. I know that he is with my mother. Both of them are together with śp. Andrzej (my brother) who died in 1988. I share my grief with my family, wife, Renata, children Michael and Natalie who dad2 loved their grandfather in Poland. I share my sadness with sister Danuta, her husband Andrzej, brother Jerzy, his wife, Grażyna, my sister Elżunia, her husband Heniek, grandchildren Grzegorz, Roman, Agnieszka, Mariusz, and five great grandchildren. The funeral Mass took place in Rokity Poland on Wednesday, May 1st on the Solemnity of St. Joseph the Workmen. Thank you for all your prayers and signs of sympathy.

Eternal rest grant unto him O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him holy. May he rest in eternal peace. Amen.
Wieczne odpoczynek racz im dać Panie, a światłość wiekuista niechaj im świeci. Niech odpoczywają w pokoju, Amen.

— Fr. Joseph

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Ś+P Michalena “Lee” B. Studwell

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leeMichalena “Lee” B. Studwell, 91, of Chester, NJ passed away on Sunday, April 28, 2013 at Care One in Morristown. Lee was born on July 15, 1921 in Dupont, PA. She has lived in Chester since 1975 and was previously of Totowa, NJ. Lee worked on the circuit boards in the WWII effort for Federal Telephone and Radio Corporation. She enjoyed cooking, playing Bingo in the area, watching golf, and was an avid Yankees fan. Most of all, she loved spending time with her family.

Lee was predeceased by her husband of 53 years, Arnold E. Studwell. She is survived by her sons Doug J. Kuzynski of Totowa, A.J. Studwell of Glen Gardner and wife Mary Jane, and Jeff A. Studwell of Chester; her 8 granchildren, Deborah, Maggie, Rosemary, twins Kelly and Shawn, Jessica, twins Alyssa and Nicole; and her 2 great-grandchildren Christine and Abigail.

A Celebration of Lee’s Life was be held on Friday, May 3, 2013 from 2-4pm and 7-9pm at the William J. Leber Funeral Home, 15 Furnace Road (Corner of Rt. 206), Chester, NJ (908) 879-3090. A 10am funeral mass was celebrated on Saturday, May 4th at Holy Cross Church, Woodland Park, NJ. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, East Hanover, NJ. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Holy Cross Church, 220 Browertown Road, Woodland Park, NJ 07424.

Eternal rest grant unto her O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her. May she rest in eternal peace. Amen.

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Prayer for Peace

Parish Life /

In this difficult week for our nation, especially for people living in Boston, I ask that we recall the prayer of St. Francis for Peace. In doing so we remember those who lost their livers in the senseless terrorism attack and those who are recovering in hospitals and at home. We also pray for victims of other tragedies especially for the people affected by the earthquake in China.

Prayer of St. Francis for Peace

“Lord, make me an instrument of Thy peace; where there is hatred, let me sow love; where there is injury, pardon; where there is doubt, faith; where there is despair, hope; where there is darkness, light; and where there is sadness, joy. O Divine Master, grant that I may not so much seek to be consoled as to console; to be understood, as to understand; to be loved, as to love; for it is in giving that we receive, it is in pardoning that we are pardoned, and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life.” Amen.

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Prayers for Boston

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Our prayers and thoughts are with all the victims and their families affected by the senseless tragedy that took place in Boston, MA. We wish a speedy recovery to those who are in the hospitals. Our prayers and appreciation are with the first responders who helped to alleviate the suffering of innocent people.

Fr. Joseph and parishioners of Holy Cross Church

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Congratulations Louis and Wanda

Announcements, Parish Life /

Mr. & Mrs. Louis Gec, members of our parish, celebrated their 71st Wedding Anniversary on February 15th. They have been residents of Clifton for many years after leaving Utica, NY due to business opportunities. Louis was a well-known dog breeder for many years. His wife is Wanda nee Seidziak. Both Louis and Wanda were involved with church activities and fundraisers such as picnics and making pierogies.

The Parish Committee and Holy Cross Church congratulate the Gec’s and wish them many more healthy and happy years together. Sto lat!!!

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Easter Egg Hunt and Party

Events, Parish Life, Sunday School (SOCL) /

On Sunday April 7th the children of the parish from youngest to oldest enjoyed our annual Easter Egg Hunt. The weather was great. The Easter Party followed in the parish hall while the older children had preparation for the Sacrament of Confirmation. We thank Mrs. Claire Centrella, Mrs. Jamie Santos and Mrs. Donna Fabricatore, and our School of Christian Living teachers for their work preparing and organizing this event. Also we thank Mrs. Renata Cyman for helping set up the hall and the surprises for our children. We hope that all participants and their parents had a great time.

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