Alexander Michael Lambright son of Nathan Lambright and Rachel (nee Merson) was baptized on Sunday, November 2nd. The proud godparents are David Merson and Jill Merson. We congratulate grandparents, relatives and friends. Baptism is the sacrament of initiation into the life of the children of God; It configures the person to Christ and obliges the Christian to share in the Church’s apostolic and missionary activity.
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The clergy of the Central Diocese attended their Annual Retreat and Conference from Tuesday August 19th through Thursday August 21st at the Villa of Our Lady Retreat House in Mount Pocono, PA.
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We welcomed a new member into our Christian family through the waters of regeneration on Sunday, August 10th. Noah James Calo, son of Robert Calo and Waleska (nee Arroyo) received the Sacrament of Baptism. The proud godparents were Joseph and Michele Castaldo. Baptism is the sacrament of initiation into the life of the children of God; It configures the person to Christ and obliges the Christian to share in the Church’s apostolic and missionary activity. We congratulate Noah James’ parents, godparents, family members and friends on this special event.
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On Sunday, May 25th our parish welcomed Alyson Julin Matute Pauta, the precious daughter of Wilian and Maria Matute (Pauta), who was regenerated and incorporated in the Christian family in the Sacrament of Baptism. The proud godparents were Wilian Mendoza and Claire Centrella. We congratulate Matute and Paute families, relatives and friends.
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We thank those men and young gentlemen who prepared, served and cleaned after the Mother’s Day Breakfast. We thank children who said prayers of the faithful, read poems and sang songs for our Mothers. God bless all our Mothers living and deceased!
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We thank those parishioners of Holy Cross Church who participated in the Centennial of Woodland Park parade on May 17th. You represented our parish proudly, carrying the church sign, flags, distributing candies and church flyers. We enjoyed so beautiful weather after a few rainy days; but most especially fellowship and the opportunity to meet several organizations, businesses, civic authorities, and individuals from our community.
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On Sunday, April 27th Holy Cross’s new Parish Committee members took their oath to serve for the well-being of the parish and our Holy Church. Congratulations to all those newly installed.
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On Sunday March 16, 2014, our parish hosted our annual St. Patrick’s Luncheon. During this event a children’s bake contest took place. All participants received special awards for their culinary achievements. The green grab bags donated by Ed and Beverly Obssuth were part of celebration. Ed and Penni were in charge of the drawing giving occasion for laughter and fun. Three girls Natalie, Gabby and Sabrina, members of Gymnastika team (Woodland Park) were applauded for their skillful gymnastic performance. The drawings of baskets of cheer donated by our Adoration Society and 50/50 took place at the end of our celebration.
We thank Deacon David Gaydos and Laurie Gaydos for donating the food and preparing the menu consisting of Corned Beef, Cabbage, Irish red potatoes, Baked Chicken – Variety of Vegetables, Assorted Breads / Irish Soda Bread, Homemade Desserts. Edward, Beverly and David Obssuth helped in the kitchen, and Renata Cyman decorated the hall. We thank everyone coming to our annual celebration. Happy St. Patrick’s Day to everyone!
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The Parish Committee decided to show our appreciation to two parish members who demonstrated outstanding service for the parish in 2013. Hughie Vickerilla and Claire Centrella received special plaques of appreciation for their stewardship of time, talent, and treasure for the Parish.
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On Saturday, November 9th Holy Cross Church and Passaic Valley UNICO hosted a pasta dinner with entertainment by Uncle Floyd Vivino. It was an enjoyable evening with great food and much laughter and fun.
We thank Bob Appaluccio, John Barbieri, Lisa Haynes, Fran Maglio, Hughie Vickerilla, Ed and Beverly Obssuth, Claire Centrella, Merry Sleece, Dominick Bucci, Chris Gibbs and Father Joseph Cyman and others who helped to organize this fundraiser, set up the hall, did clean-up and all who attended and supported us.
We thank all sponsors who donated gift certificates and Tricky Trays including: Corrado’s of Wayne, Hillery Street Restaurant & Grill, The Fine Grind, Bella Notte, NaNina’s in the Park, Maggie’s Town Tavern, Francesco’s, Cupcake Cutie, Chef Central, Tom Triolo, Dominick Bucci, Johnny Meatballs, New York Comedy Club, Venus Creations, I Trulli, Shag86, Cyndia’s Diner, Rustica Trattoria, Imperial 46, Heat Waves, Dunkin Donuts of Woodland Park, Viva La Pizza, Thomas Haircuts, PokerEmporium, 3DWindSpinners, Mr. & Mrs. Tiseo, Learning Express, and Claire Centrella. God bless you all!
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