Charity

Helping Ss. Cyril & Methodius Parish

Announcements, Pastor's Update, PNCC /

Our prayers and best wishes are with the Pastor, Fr. Mariusz Zochowski, and all parishioners of Ss. Cyril and Methodius Parish in Perth Amboy, NJ. It is heart breaking that this beautiful church was destroyed by the fire on Monday October 28th.

I helped Fr. Mario by celebrating Holy Masses in that church and also attended various NY/NJ Seniorate liturgies such as our annual Corpus Christi Holy Mass with procession. The national Mission and Evangelism workshop was also held there. The people of that parish are friendly and have a deep faith. Fr. Mariusz and some parishioners dedicated countless hours to renovate and remodel the church, rectory, and the parish hall. On Monday evening October 28th I witnessed many people praying in the front of the demolished church with tears in their eyes and broken hearts. It was difficult not to share their feelings. Bishop Bernard Nowicki came to express his support, and together with Fr. Mario inspired those gathered with their prayers of hope that the parish will be rebuilt through the dedication of its people. It will be rebuilt by the people of faith who are the “living stones of the church.” I need to mention that the Holy Eucharist, the consecrated bread – the real presence of Jesus was unharmed as well as the processional cross. This is indeed a sign of the presence of the risen Lord among us and in us. A wonderful start of a new beginning.

At the request of Fr. Mariisz and his parishioners present on Monday along with Deacon Konicki, serving our diocese, we prepared a GoFundMe site so people of good will could offer donations online to help the parish of Ss. Cyril and Methodius in this very difficult time. You can also donate by mail to:

Ss. Cyril and Methodius Parish
600 Jacques St.
Perth Amboy, NJ 08861

Thank you and God bless your generosity.

Fr. Joseph

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Pasta Dinner featuring the Fabulas! “Uncle Floyd”

Announcements, Events, Parish Life /

Holy Cross Church & the Passaic Valley Chapter of UNICO will host a Pasta Dinner featuring the Fabulas! “Uncle Floyd” — Italian Humor at it’s BEST! on Saturday, November 9th from 6 to 10pm.

The menu includes Pasta – Meatballs – Salad – Refreshments – Desserts. You can BYOB. We will have TrickyTray and 50/50 Raffle.

Only 135 tickets are available at $30 per person. Adults only please. For pre-sale tickets please contact Mr. Dominick J. Bucci at 973-703-6473, Mr. John Barbieri at 201-317-7861, or Holy Cross Church at 973-256-4888.

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Pampered Chef Party/Fundraiser Thank You

Events, Parish Life /

On August 11th we held a Pampered Chef party and fundraiser. Our chefs were Claire Centrella and Leslie DeMaio. Everyone enjoyed Bruschetta Pasta, Garlic Knots and Molten Chocolate Cake made in front of our eyes all by our chefs. There were about 15 people who attended and the total of product orders was $440.00 with 2 additional cooking parties scheduled… Donna Fabricatore on October 12th and Holy Cross Church on October 6th. The church received nearly $60 from the fundraiser and we expect to have another one on October 6th after the 11AM Holy Mass. Thank you to all who attended and worded on this event. God bless you for your generosity. Please join in on the fun and be able to order fabulous items for Christmas while helping Holy Cross Church at our next party.

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Food Drive Blessings

Events, Parish Life /

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.

Food Drive at the Woodland Park National Night Out - August 6, 2013
Food Drive at the Woodland Park National Night Out – August 6, 2013

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National Night Out

Announcements, Events, Parish Life /

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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Thank You to Our Sponsors – Consider Sponsoring Us

Parish Life /

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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Flowers provided to One Care Assisted Living Residents

Events, Parish Life, Sunday School (SOCL) /

The Stewardship Committee, along with the students of School of Christian Living prepared 55 plants for Easter to be given to those in Assisted Living at “Care One” in Wayne. The students decorated the pots and potted beautiful pansies which were brought to Care One by Father Joseph, Renata and Natalie. Easter is a time of renewal and celebration and we are happy to share this with those homebound at “Care One”.

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