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Bishop Bernard Nowicki Incardinates Deacon Mark Koscinski as a Deacon in the PNCC. 

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On Sunday\, May 26th at 11 am Holy Mass, Rt. Rev. Bernard Nowicki, Bishop of the Central Diocese PNCC incardinated Deacon Mark Koscinki as a Deacon serving iin the Central Diocese of the Polish National Catholic Church.  

Deacon Mark went through years of Diaconate education and training in the diocese and at our parish. He previously served for 15 years as a Deacon in another Christian denomination.  

We are very happy having this special celebration in our parish.  Our parish will now have a second deacon serving in addition to Deacon Bill Gaydos.   

I am confident that the service of Deacon Mark Koscinski would bring spiritual benefit to our parish.

– Fr. Joseph R. Cyman, Pastor

Deacon Mark Koscinski, a certified public accountant, was born and raised in Sayreville NJ.  He has been a lifelong resident of New Jersey.  Deacon Mark, with his wife Susan and dog Molly, lives in Phillipsburg, NJ.  Currently, he is an associate professor of accounting at the Moravian University School of Business and Economics.  He also helps out with the Catholic on Campus Club at Moravian.  Deacon Mark was tonsured into the clergy in 2002 and was ordained a subdeacon and then deacon in 2006.  He has a degree in religion from Drew University and is currently attending Lancaster Theological Seminary on a part-time basis.  Deacon Mark looks forward to helping both Holy Cross Church and the Central Diocese.

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God bless Enzo

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On Sunday, April 7th Enzo Eric Carminucci, son of Arthur and Lauren (née Gensinger) Carminucci received the Sacrament of Baptism. Proud godparents were Alan Bachkhaz and Brianna Spriet. We congratulate parents, godparents, grandparents and family members of the Carminucci and Gensinger families on this special occasion.

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Agape

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There were seven parishioners of Holy Cross Parish attending Agape, the Last Supper of Jesus, organized by N/Y N/J Seniorate Adoration Society at SS Peter & Paul parish on March 17th at 3 PM. It was a spiritually filled event with two hours of retreat reflecting on Passover and Last Supper of Jesus. 

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St. Patrick’s Day Luncheon – March 10th

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Join us on Sunday, March 10th at 12 P.M. (after 11 A.M. Holy Mass) for our St. Patrick’s Day Luncheon along with Irish Music.

The menu includes: Corned Beef, Cabbage, Potatoes, Baked Chicken, Variety of Vegetables, Assorted Breads, Irish Soda Bread, Coffee / Tea, Irish Coffee, Desserts. Take outs are available.

Dinners are Adults: $20 Children and youth attending Sunday School – Free. Other Children ages 6 -14 – $10

There will be a Basket of Irish Cheer / Door Prize

Please R.S.V.P by March 4th at (201) 247-4832 or by E-mail

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Christmas Eve Nativity Pageant

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Our annual Nativity Pageant took place during our Christmas Eve Holy Mass with youth participation. The children dressed in costumes to portray the Nativity: Mary, Joseph, Angles, Shepherds, Kings, and a Little Lamb. Families and friends enjoyed the Mass with beautiful Christmas music in the beautifully decorated church sanctuary and altar. We would like to thank the youth who participated in this annual special event and their parents who supported this activity, bringing children for practices. We thank Sunday School teachers Ms. Natalie and Mr. Paul for providing lessons to our children.  – Father Joseph and Deacon Bill 

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Annual Christmas Dinner

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On Sunday, December 10th dozens of parishioners attended our annual Christmas Dinner. The children and all attendees enjoyed Christmas music and a great menu consisting of Baked Salmon, Pork Roast, Chicken Marsala, Beef Empanadas, Spanish Rice, Scalloped Potatoes, Mixed Vegetables, Salad, Bread & Rolls, Assorted Desserts.

We thank all those who attended this event, especially the parents for bringing their children. The children of Holy Cross are special and very important to our parish. Santa (St. Nicholas) came with his Elf helper and gave presents to all the children. He told them to listen and help their parents and be well behaved. Lots of pictures taken with Santa.

Merry Christmas to all!

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