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

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

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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Confirmation

We congratulate the following recipients of the Sacrament of Confirmation:

  • Stephanie Monica Tapia-Nunez, Sponsor – Dhawilson Pena
  • 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.

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First Holy Communion 2023

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).

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God Bless Layla

The Sacrament of Baptism – Layla R. LaMendola – daughter of Charles & Nicole (née Sigtermans) LaMendola was baptized on Sunday, June 4th. Proud godparents were: Jeffrey Sigtermans and Christine Gonzalez. Congratulations!

We congratulate the LaMendola and Mazur and Bartolomeo families as well as grandparents, family members and friends on this special occasion. The Sacrament of Baptism is the foundation of our Christian faith, is a gateway to new life in the Spirit, and the door that gives access to other sacraments. Through this sacrament we are regenerated and incorporated into Christ’s body – His Church. As God made the covenant with his people so through Baptism, Jesus makes a new and everlasting covenant with his followers. As the waters of the Red Sea led the people of Israel to freedom so the water of Baptism gave new life and led to Salvation. Parents, godparents and all members of our parish pledge to help this child to grow in Christian faith.

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God Bless Al and Fran on their 60th Anniversary of Marriage

On Sunday, May 14th, our parish held a special celebration of the 60th Wedding Anniversary of Al and Fran Cuccinello. Fr. Joseph offered special prayer for the couple asking God for good health and happiness in their future. On behalf of St. Nicholas Ministry, Richard Daum presented an anniversary gift. We wish Fran and Al many more years in their marriage and blessings to their family members.

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