We thank those who prepared and served the meal on Sunday, February 11th. I was glad to have my sister, niece and her two daughters with me that day – Fr. Joseph and family
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
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.
Forty Christmas flowers were delivered to the residents of William Hinchliffe Manor Senior Apartments in Paterson We thank all those who donated and assisted.
Charlyene Scholastica McCart, Sponsor – Alexandra Lazor
Patrick Sebastian Jachimczyk, Sponsor – Mark Koscinski
Rashuan Padre Pio Babaran; Sponsor – Maricar Colobong
Rashard Jude Babaran, Sponsor – Modesto Colobong
Rian Catherine of Siena, Sponsor – Arlene Santos
The Sacrament of Confirmation was administered by Rt. Rev. Bernard Nowicki. Holy Mass was concelebrated Pastor, Rev. Joseph Cyman, with the help of Deacon William Gaydos.
We enjoyed the reception after the Mass in the Parish Hall. I thank all those who helped to organize reception and cleaning after the event. Sacrament of Confirmation is fulfilment of the Sacrament of baptism and beginning of deeper involvement in the life of the church. New Confirmands are asked to serve in different ministries building the church which Jesus established for our salvation.
On Sunday, August 13th, we celebrated the Sacrament of Marriage for Robert Baczyk and & Maja (Kulik) and the Sacrament of Baptism for Odette A. Baczyk – daughter of Robert & Maja. May God continue to bless you in every way.
We congratulate the following students who received their First Holy Communion on Sunday, June 25th.
Isabella Castillo,
Max Catano,
Charlyne McCart,
Emmanuel Patino.
I would like to thank parents who exhibited dedication and support by bringing their children for classes on Sundays and Wednesdays. My words of appreciation to Deacon Bill who helped me teach classes when I was not able to do so due to my other commitments or meetings on some Sundays. -Fr. Joseph
First Holy Communion classes begin September 10th.
The bread and wine become the Body and Blood of our Lord during the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass when the priest says the words of consecration which Jesus used during the Last Supper: This is My Body… This is My Blood. (PNCC Catechism).
On Sunday, June 18th our parish enjoyed our annual Father’s Day Breakfast.
We thank especially those who were involved in preparations and in serving delicious meal, especially: David Obssuth, Ed and Beverly Obssuth, Jim and Susan Cimmino, Fran Cuccinello, Natalie Lazar, Cathy Warwick, Joan Kaynak, Rosie Castillo and anyone else who helped to made this event enjoyable in honor of all fathers.
We enjoyed a surprise song called “Happy Father’s Day to you”, well performed by the group of happy women !!!!
On Sunday, June 18th (on Father’s Day) we presented awards to youth who were involved and participated in Sunday School Classes and different projects. We thank teachers Mr. Paul Murphy and Ms. Natalie Lazar for their dedication to teach our children Sunday School lessons. Our dear youth helped the parish with preparations of Thanksgiving baskets, Christmas gifts for the elderly, and flowers for Veterans. They made beautiful gifts for Mothers and Fathers. They prayed during classes, read and studied Sunday School materials discovering the basics of our Christian faith and Christian values. We thank parents for their involvement and support. Sunday School classes will resume on Sunday, September 10th at 11 am. Here are names of youth who received awards:
Awards were presented to: Isabella Castillo, Max Catano, William Estrella, Viviana Galindo, Nicholas Gizzi, Marc Gutierrez, Veronica Murphy, Deymar Ochoa, Emmanuel Patino, Cataleya Prieto. Congratulations!