Prayer

Ś+P Al Katinsky

Announcements, Parish Life /

Al Katinsky was an active and devoted parishioner of Holy Cross Parish, PNCC Woodland Park. He liked to attend our social events and fundraisers.  His remarkable joy is missed by the members of our faith community.  After his departure, there is an empty spot in the church and in the hearts of many people and my family.  Parishioners knew Albert as a loving husband to his late wife Marjorie (2007) dedicated father to his children and a man who left many great legacies to our community. He was a man of deep faith and prayer.  May his kindness and other good qualities he developed with God’s grace inspire us in our life. All members of Holy Cross Parish and my family we extend our deep sympathy to his children, John J Katinsky (Robin) – Indian Land, SC, Marjorie Ann Ochner (Richard) – Pompton Plains, NJ, Janice Mielarczyk (Rob) – Pequannock, NJ and Albert J. – Stockholm, NJ. Our sincere sympathy to his grandchildren, Bill Katinsky (Jackie) – Denville, NJ, Ray Katinsky (Kim) – Lincoln Park, NJ, Walter & Henry Mielarczyk – Pequannock, NJ,  Margaret Mary, Evan (g/f Christine), Spencer & Madeline Ochner – Pompton Plains, NJ, Step-Grandchildren, Robert Passman (Abby) – Washington Twp, NJ, Elizabeth Anest (Chris) – Charlotte, NC, Bridget Passsman-Zito – Indian Land, SC, and great grand-children: Blake & Shae Katinsky, Travis, Anna & Joey Katinsky, Reiner & Eleanor Passman, Nicholas & Gray Anest, Codye, Sydney & Dominick Zito.

Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him.  May he rest in peace.  Amen. 

Father Joseph, Family and parishioners of Holy Cross Church 

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God Bless Lorenzo Antonio

Events, Parish Life, PNCC /

On Sunday, April 18th, the Sacrament of Baptism was administered to Lorenzo Antonio Adino son of David Addino and Anna (Racanati) as a new member of the Holy Church. 

Proud godparents were Francesco and Krista Racanati. We congratulate the Addino, Racanati and Emker families, their relatives and friends on this special occasion.

The Sacrament of Baptism is the foundation of our Christian faith, a gateway to new life in the Spirit, and the door that gives access to other sacraments. Through the Sacrament of Baptism, we are regenerated and incorporated into Christ’s Body – His Church.

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Ś+P Gregory M. Junda

Announcements, Parish Life, PNCC /

Our parishioner, Gregory M. Junda, (70) passed away on April 28th. Born in Passaic, Mr. Junda resided in Clifton for most of his life. He was a proud Army Veteran in the Vietnam War stationed in Germany. Mr. Junda was a frame attendant for Verizon for thirty-one years before retiring. He also was employed with Lenoir’s Transport , Inc. in Lincoln Park.

Mr. Junda was a parishioner of our parish and a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post in Lincoln Park.

He was predeceased by his parents, Emil and Mary (nee Warchola) Junda and his brother, Robert “Abe” Junda. Survivors include his beloved wife, Frances L. (nee Budjinsky) Junda; his devoted daughter, Kimberly M. Junda and his sister-in-law, Joyce (nee Garrone) Junda: and his many devoted friends.

Mr. Junda was buried on Monday, May 4th at East Ridgelawn Cemetery, Clifton NJ. We express deepest sympathy to his beloved wife, Frances, his devoted daughter Kimberly, his sister-in-law, Joyce (nee Garrone) Junda, and his many devoted friends.

Eternal rest, grant unto him O Lord. May perpetual light shine upon him. May he rest in peace. Amen.  

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Ś+P Mary Margo

Announcements, Parish Life, PNCC /

Our Parishioner, Mary Margo (84) passed away on Friday, April 24th. She lived in the Chatham Nursing Home for last few months. I had the chance to visit her there few times administering her Holy Communion and Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick. Last time I visited her was before corona virus epidemic.

Mary served at Holy Cross Church for several years helping in the parish office as the secretary. We appreciate her service for the good of our parish.

By state law, during the coronavirus epidemic, funeral services can only be conducted at the cemetery. With the concurrence of Shook Funeral Home, Clifton and the Ridgelawn Cemetery in Clifton, a funeral service for Mary Margo will be held at the PNCC section of the cemetery of on Friday May 1st at 10am.

At a later date there will be a memorial Holy Mass celebrated for Mary when the church may hold public worship. Eternal rest, grant unto her O Lord. May perpetual light shine upon her. May she rest in peace. Amen.

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Ś+P Hubert (Hughie) C Vickerilla

Announcements, Parish Life /

Vickerilla, C. Jr. “Hughie” age 69 of Totowa passed away on January 25, 2020. He was a beloved husband of thirty three years to the former Beverly Sincavage of Totowa. Loving father of Jamie Santos of Totowa and Stacy A. Turco and her husband David of Wayne. Dear grandfather of Aubrey Santos, Jesse Santos, Aiden Turco, Dylan Turco and Kylie Turco. Brother of Marie Vickerilla of NY State, Lynn Smith of Totowa and Jane Lay of Chicago, IL. Also surviving are many nieces, nephews and cousins. Born in Paterson, he lived in Totowa most all of his life. He was Owner/Chef for Hughie’s Red Kettle, Totowa for many years before retiring in 2016. Hughie was a very selfless person and helped everyone in need. He was an inspiration to all. He was an avid NY Yankee fan and enjoyed to travel to the Carribean Islands. He also loved to walk and enjoyed the Jersey Shore. 

Friends may visit Wednesday from 4:00-8:00 PM. The Wake Service will be on Wednesday at 7 pm.  Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral from the Festa Memorial Funeral Home, 111 Union Blvd., Totowa, on Thursday at 9:15 AM. Funeral Mass to follow at Holy Cross Polish National Catholic Church, Woodland Park at 10:00 AM.  Entombment to follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery Mausoleum, Totowa. Donations in his memory may be made to Holy Cross Polish National Catholic Church, 220 Browertown Road, Woodland Park, N.J. 07424.  

Let us remember our dear parishioner,  Hughie Vickerilla in our prayers and his family in this sorrowful time. May he rest in peace. Amen. 

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God bless Milania Rose

Announcements, Events, Parish Life, PNCC /

Milania Rose Santos, was baptized on Palm Sunday, April 14th. The daughter of William Santos and Samantha (Gonzalez) Santos. Proud godparents were Elias Feliz and Beverly Montes. We congratulate Santos and Gonzalez families as well as grandparents and friends on this special occasion. 

The Sacrament of Baptism is the foundation of our Christian faith, it is a gateway to life in the Spirit and the door that gives access to other sacraments. It regenerates us to a new life of grace, unites us with God, and makes us members of Christ’s Church. In baptism we are immersed into the life of Jesus – His death and resurrection. We welcome Milania as the newest member of our parish.    

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