Our Annual Advent Tree project begins today, Sunday November 25, 2012. Through our efforts we will benefit the less fortunate of our society. You are asked to take a tag from the tree and write your name in the registry located near the tree. Please affix the copy of the tag you take from the tree to your gift so that the present may be given to the proper individual. All gifts will be due on Sunday December 16, 2012. Your generosity will be appreciated and rewarded by the Lord who asks us to take care for the needy.
Our parish decided to donate $1,000 to assist the victims of devastating Hurricane Sandy. On Thursday November 15th the parish presented a check to The Salvation Army.
Our hearts, thoughts and prayers are will all those who were affected by the hurricane.
In the picture from left: Mayor of Little Falls, Darlene Post and Fred Batelli P.V.O.E.M. from Little Falls, Irene Wall, Donor Relations Manager representing The Salvation Army, Fr. Joseph R. Cyman -Pastor, Irene Macones P.V.O.E.M and Mayor Keith Kazmark of Woodland Park.
Today, November 4, 2012 our Parish Committee will have a special meeting at 10 am to discuss what we will do as a parish to help the victims of devastating Hurricane Sandy. We will have special prayers during both Masses 9 am and 11 am for all who were affected by this terrible tragedy.
Our church and residence were not damaged and the residents of Woodland Park have had power restored since Tuesday evening.
If you need assistance you can use our parish hall to charge cell phones and warm yourself up and get food. Call the parish office 973-256-4888.
Little Falls & Woodland Park, NJ are using the Little Falls Civic Center for food donations – both need volunteers to deliver donations as well as donations. Please call 973-890-4520 if you can help. They can offer more information at the same number if anyone needs help.
Resources:
Here is some more information that may be helpful in this time rebuilding after the Hurricane Sandy:
National Insurance Consumer Helpline: 800-942-4242
The Insurance Information Institute: 800-331-9146
Emergency Contact Cards can be printed out online at the Red Cross.
For gas or electrical issues, call PSE&G at 800-436-PSEG
Bergen County relief
The American Red Cross of Northern New Jersey is also seeking donations to its local disaster fund “to make sure we can handle the demand going forward,” said Red Cross spokeswoman Cathy Hoag.
Passaic County shelters
Residents should contact police to make sure the shelter is open
Pompton Lakes: Carnavale Center, Lenox Avenue (across the street from Borough Hall).
Little Falls and Woodland Park: Little Falls Civic Center, 19 Warren Street.
Totowa: Totowa Community Center, 385 Union Boulevard.
In Little Falls, pets of flood victims can be sheltered at Kamp Kanine, 51 Sindle Ave., Little Falls, 973-837-6630 , and Hal Wheeler Pet Boarding, 1126 Route 23, Cedar Grove 973-256-0694 . Costs vary per shelter and vaccination proof is required.
A food drive to benefit the Father English Food Pantry was held on Sunday, September 23rd. Parishioners were asked to bring a bag of groceries to church on this day. We are called to help those in need in the name of Christ our Savior who said, “Whatever you do to the least of my brothers, you have done it to me.” (Matthew 25:40)
This project aims to assist youngsters in Woodland Park’s schools. You will have one month to contribute to the group. We hope that when you are shopping, or cleaning out, or find something you don’t need, you can bring it to church, drop it in the basket and help out. We are starting with the youngsters in Woodland Park Schools. When you are food shopping or in the supermarket or drug store and see a pack of pencils, a notebook, award stickers, or coloring books (or anything a child would love to get) please buy it. When you come to church anytime during the month drop it in the box. You decide this month if you can share your time, talent, or treasure. May God bless your generosity.
On Saturday, February 18th our parish, in conjunction with Passaic Valley UNICO, hosted a pasta dinner. There were over eighty adults and some children in attendance. The Italian music, door prizes, and 50/50 raffle made the evening an enjoyable event. The church and UNICO raised $500 each. We thank those who decorated the parish hall, prepared homemade meat balls, brought in delicious desserts, served at the dinner, and cleaned up after the event. Bless all those who attended the dinner in support of our parish and UNICO.
Holy Cross Church and Passaic Valley UNICO are sponsoring a Pasta Dinner at the Parish, 220 Browertown Road, Woodland Park on Saturday, February 18th starting at 6 p.m. Dessert, soda, water, coffee will be provided with the dinner. B.Y.O.B. (over 21). A 50/50 drawing will be held. No tickets will be sold at the door.
Donation: Adults – $10.00, Children 6 – 12 – $5.00, Under 5 “FREE”
Please make reservations by Wednesday, February 15th. For reservations call: Dominick J. Bucci at 973-703-6473 or the Holy Cross rectory at 973-256-4888.
Holy Cross and Passaic Valley UNICO are sponsoring a pasta dinner at the parish on Saturday, February 18th starting at 6 p.m.. Dessert, soda, water, and coffee are provided.
B.Y.O.B. (over 21). There will also be a 50/50 drawing. Donation: Adults – $10.00, Children 6 – 12 – $5.00, Under 5 “FREE.” Please make your reservations by Wednesday, February 15th. No tickets will be sold at the door.
For reservations call: Dominick J. Bucci 973-703-6473 or Holy Cross Church at 973-256-4888
We thank everyone who participated in the Advent Tree project and our parishioner, Pat Olsen, who coordinated this noble cause. It benefited the less fortunate of our society – boys and girls of DYFS (Division of Youth and Family Services), and men and women living in Eva’s Shelter, Paterson. Over forty gifts were donated to above mentioned institutions. Your generosity is appreciated and rewarded by the Lord who asks us to take care of the needy.
In the picture the Advent Tree (that had been covered in names tags before) has been changed into a Christmas tree due to the generosity of our parishioners.
Polish National Union of America District #2 Meeting
The Polish National Union of America District #2 fraternal organization of our Church met quarterly at the meeting on Saturday, November 12th at Transfiguration of our Lord parish in Wallington, NJ. The election of new officers took place and various issues of the organization were discussed. In our parish hall you can find several pamphlets telling about PNU programs. For further information you can contact Alice Kriskewic, Judy Lamping or Fr. Joseph.
Confirmation Class
The Sacrament of Confirmation will be administered by Rt. Rev. John Mack, Bishop of the Central Diocese in spring of 2013. The next classes are scheduled as follows: Sunday December 11, 2011, January 15, 29, 2012 at 10:10 AM. The Sacrament of Confirmation is a very important step in youth’s religious education. Confirmation is the sacrament through which we receive gifts of the Holy Spirit to make us soldiers of Christ, ready to profess our faith in word and deed. The bishop confirms by laying of hands on the person to be confirmed and anointing the forehead in the form of the cross with Holy Chrism.
The confirmation imprints on our soul sacramental character, which entitles us to strength needed to show our faith in word and deed. The Sacrament of Confirmation is the completion of baptism, because we are strengthened to live a Christian life within the Church and defend its truths.
In the picture from the left: Carlos Garcia, Michael Cyman, Chris Paulison, Melissa Betancur, Nicole Romero, Amber Harth, Nayef Kiame and Fr. Joseph. The following students are also in the Confirmation class: Cris Carnemolla, Monica Kulbacki, Alexis Kulbacki and Jasmine Negrini.
First Communion Class
It is an enjoyable time for Fr. Joseph to prepare these students for their special celebration of receiving Jesus in the Holy Eucharist for the first time on Sunday, May 20, 2012. The next preparation classes for First Holy Communion are scheduled as follows: Dec. 11, 2011; January 8, 22, 2012 after 11 AM Mass. The Holy Eucharist is Jesus Christ really present under the forms of bread and wine. In the Eucharist Jesus Christ gives us Himself as a food for our souls. The bread and wine becomes the Body and Blood of our Lord during the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass when the priest says words of consecration which Jesus used during the Last Supper: This is My Body… This is My Blood.
In the picture from left: Natalie Cyman, Vanessa Smith, Ariana Rubio, and Kaylee Gonzales who are preparing for their First Holy Communion with Fr. Joseph.
New Hymnals
On Sunday, November 13th, after 9am Holy Mass Alice Kriskewic and Judy Lamping presented the new PNCC hymnal to our organist, Neil Estanislao. The choir members are equipped with new copies. We invite and encourage interested parishioners to share their vocal and musical talents for the good of the parish. The choir is helping the congregation to sing hymns during Sunday liturgy. We thank Neil for his service as organist in our parish. We thank, as well, Jessica Muccilli for her service when Neil is not available.
Advent
On Sunday, November 27th we began the season of Advent. At the beginning of Sunday Masses in Advent we light one candle on the Advent wreath. They symbolize hope, love, joy and peace which Jesus brought into our lives.
Our Annual Advent Tree project, coordinated by our parishioner, Pat Olsen, started on Sunday, November 27th. Through our efforts, the project will be benefiting the less fortunate of our society. This will help boys and girls of DYFS (Division of Youth and Family Services) as well as senior men and women from EVA’S Village.
You are being asked to take a tag from the tree and write your name in the registry located near the tree. Please affix the copy of the tag you take from the tree to your gift so that the present may be given to the proper individual. All gifts are due back on Sunday, December 18th. Your generosity will be appreciated and rewarded by the Lord who asks us to take care for the needy.
