Central Diocese Clergy met for their annual retreat at Villa of Our Lady Retreat Center, Mt. Pocono, PA. from August 20th through the 22nd. The Retreat Master was Rev. Msgr. John Mroz of the Roman Catholic Church. Our Bishop Ordinary, the Rt. Rev. Bernard Nowicki led the clergy conference to discuss important issues concerning parishes of our dioceses.
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On Tuesday, August 6th, our parish provided a table at the Woodland Park National Night Out. Great weather and a great cause drew many community members to raise awareness, generate support for anti-crime programs, and enhance community-police relationships. Food, Rides, Games, DJ, demonstrations and giveaways were part of the event. We thank our parishioner Christine Murphy, member of Woodland Park Municipal Alliance, for being a liaison for our parish’s participation. Also we thank Claire Centrella, Dominick Bucci, Malissa Betancur, Renata, Michael and Natalie Cyman who were helping to collect nonperishable food items and distributed flyers for our upcoming social events. On the table the church’s sign was displayed along with an indication – Food Drive for the Fr. English Food Pantry. The food items were donated by our parishioners and other people. Four large boxes were collected. On Thursday these items along with another eight bags collected earlier in the parish hall, three boxes of clothing and one box of books, were donated to the Fr. English Food Pantry. On behalf of the needy, we thank each and everyone who helped or donated for this noble cause.
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Holy Cross will be participating in National Night Out sponsored by the Woodland Park Municipal Alliance on Tuesday, August 6th from 6 – 9 pm on Memorial Drive.
National Night Out is held in communities across the U.S. to raise awareness and generate support for anti-crime programs, and enhance community-police relationships.
Holy Cross will have a table to collect nonperishable food items for the Fr. English Food Pantry, Paterson. We thank you on behalf of the needy.
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On Sunday July 28, 2013 Matthew William Poggi and Sheylla Caroline (Gonzalez) Poggi solemnized their civil marriage by receiving the Sacrament of Marriage. It was a joyful celebration for them as well as for all gathered that Sunday. Our congratulations and best wishes to the Poggi family! On the same day their son, Vincent Robert Poggi received the Sacrament of Baptism. We congratulate Matthew and Sheylla as well as Vincent’s proud Godparents: Nicholas Joseph Poggi and Fiorella Castro. We also congratulate Vincent’s grandparents, great grandmother, relatives and friends.
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Thank you to our 2013 Bulletin Ad supporters and sponsors. We encourage all to support the following businesses that give financial contributions for our church.
Business advertising in our bulletin is available at $100 per year. Funds received are used for photocopy supplies. Please contact the parish office at 973-256-4888 to submit your ad, or send us an E-mail.
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The Annual Holy Cross Tricky Tray “Come to the Big TOP!” will be held on Friday, October 25th at Amalgamated Meat Cutters, 245 Paterson Ave., Little Falls NJ 07424.
Doors Open: 6:00 pm / Drawing: 8:00 pm Children Welcome / Handicapped Accessible
Buy Hot Dogs, Pizzas, Popcorn, Cotton Candy / Bring Your Own Food!!! Have A Family Reunion!!!
In 2012 our prizes totaled $1,686
Wear Your Best Clown Outfit And Maybe Win A Prize For The “Best Clown”
Admission – $15 payable to: Holy Cross Church, 220 Browertown Rd., Woodland Pk, NJ 07424. Admission includes coffee / tea, an array of desserts, and 26 regular prize chances.
***Purchase tickets in advance to receive an additional sheet of regular prize chances***
Purchase pre-packaged raffles for 20-35% premium over individual tickets.
The deadline for ticket purchases is October 20th. Call the Parish Office at 973-256-4888.
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Our summer Holy Mass Schedule is in effect from July 7th and will continue until Sunday, September 1st. Holy Masses will be celebrated on Sundays at 9 A.M and 10:30 AM.
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The Central Diocese annual Acolyte Retreat was held at the Bishop Hodur Retreat and Recreation Center in Waymart, PA from June 26th through 28th.
This year there were 22 young participants (11 from our parish) at the retreat with the presence of four clergy and four parents. Bishop Bernard Nowicki celebrated the Holy Mass and preached on Friday. There were four priests involved in the program: Fr. Sr. Walter Madej, Fr. Marian Pociecha, Fr. Rafal Dadello and Fr. Joseph Cyman. Mr. Joe Kolonko served delicious meals. The children helped him in the kitchen by cleaning the dishes and helping set up for meals.
We thank God for the beautiful weather that allowed everyone to have a great time at this beautiful location. The children and some adults enjoyed swimming in the pool with the supervision of Andrew, our lifeguard. There were games inside of the retreat center such as billiards and ping pong and outside games such as volleyball and basketball. After we hiked to Keen Lake on Thursday, children enjoyed the playground and some kayaked with adult supervision wearing life jackets.
During the retreat we had Holy Masses, and prayer services, singing various hymns and Christian songs. The bon-fire took place on Thursday with marshmallows. After enjoyment all were chased away by the heavy rain. No big deal. In the morning we were welcomed by beautiful weather again. Some visitors came such as Fr. Sr. Chromey, Fr. Carmen Bolock, and Fr. Sr. Mludzik. Thanks to all for sharing a great time! Fr. Joseph Cyman.
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On Sunday, June 23rd the Rt. Rev. Bernard Nowicki, Bishop Ordinary of the Central Diocese of the Polish National Catholic Church, assisted by Rev. Joseph R. Cyman, Pastor of Holy Cross Parish, Rev. Mr. David Gaydos, and Rev. Mr. William Gaydos, conferred the completion of the Sacrament of Baptism and Confirmation by Confirming twelve of our youth. As we celebrated and rejoiced on this day, we also looked forward to our new confirmands witness of faith empowered by the Holy Spirit.
Congratulation to all our Confirmands:
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Heartfelt thank you is addressed to the members of Adoration Society and Daughters of Holy Cross for a delicious, delightful and joyful Father’s Day breakfast. We also appreciate our children who offered beautiful Father’s Day poems – great job!
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