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CONVO 2010 News

Our Diocese is hosting the biennial youth retreat called Convo 2010. The Convo Committee asked all parishes to help. Donations of baked products such as cupcakes, cookies, brownies, etc. are appreciated. Please bring them on Sunday, July 25th, to the church hall. Your donations will be delivered to Monmouth University where the Convo will take place. There are 196 participants this year. Convo 2010 will be held July 26-30, 2010. There are six people attending Convo 2010 from our parish.

Thank you for your help.

— Fr. Joseph

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Acolyte Retreat

From Tuesday, June 29th to Friday, July 2nd the Central Diocese Acolyte Retreat took place at the Bishop Hodur Retreat and Recreation Center in Waymart, PA. Almost forty participants came from several parishes of our diocese including five altar servers from our parish: Nayef, Ned, Neil Kiame, Michael and Natalie Cyman.

All participants had time to pray during Mass, before meals and before going to sleep. They enjoyed playing different games indoors and outside. They did swim in the pool with the presence of the life guard. Yes, the water was warm which helped adults to join as well. The pool was used every day. Participants hiked to the shore of Keen Lake (see the picture below). They listened to interesting presentations at the retreat center. The weather was excellent except for one chilly night. The bonfire on Thursday made all of us become one friendly family.

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Masses for the Homebound and the Sick

Parishioners and community members are welcome to attend Holy Masses for the homebound and the sick every Thursday in July at 7:00 PM. Please note the dates: July 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29, 2010. You can pray for your intention or for someone else.

Is anyone among you sick? He should summon the presbyters of the church, and they should pray over him and anoint him with oil in the name of the Lord…” (James 5:14). Father Joseph R. Cyman preaches the sermon based on the Holy Scripture. At the conclusion of the service the anointing with holy oil takes place.

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Father’s Day Thank You

We thank several ladies who brought in a variety of delicious dishes of food and desserts that special day. On the sign up list we had: Corn and Blueberry Muffins – Nancy Mupo, Pastries – Nelly Cabrejos; Bagels – Karen Paulison, Donuts – Penni Lazor, Fruits – Susana Kiame, Sausages and Cold Cuts – Renata Cyman, Butter and Cheese – Claire Centrella: Ham – Elaine Rotsaert, Rolls – Beverly Obssuth; Juice – Helen Jarmakrowicz, Baked French Toast and Juices – Angela Bucci, Sandwich Wraps – Cathy Sincavage.

We had a nice number of people attending the Father’s Day Breakfast. Children read prayers of the faithful and read poems dedicated to fathers, stepfathers, godfathers and grandfathers and for all men who serve young people as coaches and teachers, priests and counselors. Congratulations to all fathers.

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Celebrate Independence Day

On July 5, 2010 the PNCC will be holding its annual Independence Day celebration at Spojnia Farm, 596 Honesdale Road Waymart, PA.

Holy Mass will be held at 11 A.M. at the Bishop Hodur Retreat and Recreation Center followed by a Picnic 12 Noon to 4 P.M. Polish Food, Traditional American Picnic Fare, Games for All Ages, Parcel Post Auction, Plenty of Family Fun and Dance Music 2:00 – 4:00 P.M. All are welcome!

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School of Christian Living

There are several students of School of Christian Living who will receive attendance awards this Sunday, June 13th at the end of 11 AM Mass. Their names will be revealed on Sunday!

All students attending SOCL classes will receive certificates. Parents, please come with your children to enjoy the closing ceremony.

On Sunday, September 12, 2010, the children will begin classes after summer recess. Please register your child/children for Fall 2010. The application is available for download here, and in the parish hall. Thank you.

  • Level I – Pre-school – Kindergarten
  • Level II – 1st and 2nd grades
  • Level III – 3rd, 4th, and 5th grades
  • Level IV – 6th, 7th, and 8th grades

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Confirmation

It was a great experience to witness our Confirmation celebration last Sunday, June 6th. The following parishioners received the Sacrament of Confirmation: Brianna Harth, Michael Lazor, Antonio Lazar, Matthew Montero, Alissa Paulison, Cassie Loyas, Juan and Jacqueline Batista, Krista Campbell, and Cristian Reyes, administered by Rt. Rev. Dr. Anthony Mikovsky, Bishop of the Central Diocese.

It was uplifting to see ten confirmands, their families and friends as well as our parishioners that day. I hope you enjoyed this grace filled ceremony as I did.

I thank Deacon David and all those who in any shape or form helped me to make this event meaningful and enjoyable.

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Youth Events for the Summer

School Of Christian Living Awards – Perfect, Good and participation awards will be given by the teachers of SOCL on Sunday June 13, 2010 at the end of 11:00 AM Mass. We ask students of SOCL and their parents to attend 11 AM Mass.

Acolyte Retreat “You are called to serve” – will be held at Bp. Hodur Retreat and Recreation Center in Waymart, PA from Tuesday June 29 (Noon) to Friday, July 2nd, (Noon), 2010. The deadline for registration is June 15, 2010. Please submit registration forms to Fr. Joseph before June 15, 2010. The cost for these three full days is only $65.00; The Adoration Society and Daughters of Holy Cross will assist financially as a reward for altar service the Acolytes do in our parish. The Central Diocese covers the outstanding costs. Parents can also stay with their children. If there is any other altar server who needs registration forms, please ask Fr. Joseph.

KURS Camp – Any child between ages 8 and 18 may attend the encampment from July 2 (3PM) – 10 (Noon), 2010. The Kurs will be held at Bishop Hodur retreat and Recreation Center, Waymart, PA. The cost of Kurs is $190 for P.N.C.C. members and $230 for others. For applications contact Father Joseph. The deadline to send applications is June 12, 2010.

CONVO 2010 – July 26-30, 2010 – The registration forms need to be sent in by June 1, 2010 (mail post mark). Registrations after June 1st will cost an additional $25. See the CONVO 2010 Website for more information and news. Holy Cross Parish will help financially using funds from Youth Fund which was collected over the recent years. The next CONVO preparation meeting will take place on Saturday, June 5th at Saint Stanislaus Cathedral Parish in Scranton, PA. Holy Cross Church will host the meeting on Saturday, June 26, 2010 at 11:30 AM. The youth of our parish are encouraged to attend. We also could use help on the 26th for our hosted meeting.

Youth Meetings – Youth meetings will begin in the fall of 2010. The first meeting will take place on Sunday, September 19, 2010 after 11 AM Mass. The youth are invited to join church activities such as our parish picnic on June 13, 2010. From now on they can rent DVDs which provide information and solutions on different topics of young people’s lives. Please contact Fr. Joseph to rent DVDs. Also, volunteers chaperones are needed top assist Fr. Joseph with youth group meetings and activities in our parish. Please let him know if you wish to do this service. Thank you!

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June Is Sacred Vocations Month

Each year during the month of June, the PNCC observes Sacred Vocations month. During this month, the Church reminds all of her faithful of the urgent need to pray for the gift of vocations to the Holy Orders. The Church asks all of us to offer special prayers to bless our Church with new vocations.

The purpose of this month of Sacred Vocations is to petition God, the Author of every vocation to bless our Church with new priests and deacons who are blessed with strong faith, broad vision and solid academic background. PLEASE, PRAY FOR AN INCREASE VOCATIONS TO THE HOLY PRIESTHOOD of the Polish National Catholic Church.

Those interested should contact Fr. Joseph.

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