Luke Christopher Noonan, son of Joseph Noonan and Jea Lizz Basubas was baptized at Holy Cross Church on Sunday, November 24th. Congratulations to parents, godparents, grandparents, family members and friends.
Kehlani Royalty Vasquez, daughter of Daniel Vasquez and Janiris (Agudelo) was baptized on Sunday November 24th. Congratulations to parents, godparents, grandparents, family members and friends.
On Sunday, June 30th, our parish witnessed the Sacrament of Baptism of Derek Joel Acosta and Amaia Accosta, children of Henry and Joela (Pichardo). We congratulate godparents, the Acosta and Pichardo families, as well as grandparents, family members and friends on this special occasion. The Sacrament of Baptism-Confirmation 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
In early June we celebrated our Seniorate’s observance of Sunday in the Octave of Corpus Christi, the installation of our new ramp, the Sacrament of Marriage for Mr. and Mrs. Al Nurdjaja, and June elections.
Congratulation to First Holy Communion class who received their First Holy Communion on Sunday, May 19th: Emma Galarza, Valentina Hernandez, Jace Hill, Daymar Ochoa, Jayden Cuevas Perez, Tracy Cuevas Perez, Cataleya Prieto and Julian Rivera. May Jesus’ presence with You constantly strengthen you in the faith.
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.
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).