Holy Cross Church

We are a Catholic Church in union with the Polish National Catholic Church of America and in ecumenical dialogue with the Roman Catholic Church. We welcome people of all ethnic, racial, and social backgrounds. Our beliefs are based on Holy Scripture, Christian Tradition and Church Ecumenical Synods. A Message of Welcome! In the name of Jesus, I would like to take this opportunity to welcome you to our parish. It is here, in all aspects of parochial life, that our Lord, Jesus Christ, is praised and worshiped. It is in these parochial activities that the foundation of Christian Catholic life is fostered. In whatever way the Lord has gifted you, you will be able to express those talents both in and outside the parish. Our Mission is to bring the maximum number of people possible into a relationship with Jesus Christ. “You are to go into all the world and preach the Good News to everyone, everywhere! see Mark 16:15.” We believe that we are creating one of the great churches of the 21st century. We feel that we are a unique church where the timeless message of Christ is communicated in a contemporary style. “For the Son of Man came to seek and to save those who are lost Luke 19:10.” Feel free to ask questions. Your joining with us will truly be a blessing and a joy unto the Lord. WelcomeFr. Joseph, and Parishioners Our Mission To build and serve a community of faith; to welcome all people and bring comfort and purpose to a struggling world. Our Vision To become a strong and faithful community, to unselfish service to God and all our brothers and sisters, and giving unending praise and thanksgiving for the blessings and gifts bestowed upon us. Our Uniqueness The laity and clergy have equal voice in the election of bishops. The members of the congregation have a voice in the management of the parish. The management of the material matters of a Parish rests in the hands of the Parish, executed by the Parish Committee with the Pastor. Constitution PNCC, Art. XVI, 4 Polish ethnic beginning that has grown into a multicultural community. Clergy are allowed to marry.Organizations and Groups Parish Committee Daughters of Holy Cross Blessed Sacrament Society ANS Parish Choir Lectors Altar Servers School of Christian Living SOCL St. Nicholas Ministry Parish Life Committee Stewardship Committee Membership Committee Youth Group Ushers & Greeters Coffee and Cake Fellowship Group Activities New Year’s Day Brunch Dessert with St. Joseph Youth Fundraisers Bake Sales Mother’s Day & Father’s Day Breakfast Parish Family Picnic Annual Tricky Tray event Holiday Dinner Advent Tree Fr. English Food Pantry drive Because there is one Bread we who are many, are one body…About Our Parish A number of members of SS. Peter and Paul Polish National Catholic Church in Passaic desired to build a church closer to their homes in Paterson. The Holy Cross Parish was organized on April 26, 1926. The first Mass was celebrated at the newly erected church at the corner of Lawrence & Mercer Streets on January 1, 1928. During the 1950’s many parish members had moved from Paterson to surrounding suburbs. In order for the parish to grow the construction of a new building was necessary. A ground breaking ceremony on the property on Browertown Road, W. Paterson was held March 7, 1965. The first Holy Mass was celebrated on Mother’s Day 1966. In April 1995 the parish dedicated Fr. John Slysz religious education building. Stewardship gifts of time, talent and treasure have been fundamental to our growth as a parish. Pastors and Priests who have served the parish: Fr. Peter Guderski, Fr. Roman Pawlikowski, Fr. Wladyslaw J. Pawlowski, Fr. R. Zabek, Fr. J. Blask, Fr. Juliusz Jablonski, Fr. Felix Rekas, Fr. Edgar Starozypinski, Fr. A. Przyjemski, Fr. Jozef Janik, Fr. Franciszek Biel, Fr. Jan Urban, Fr. Jozef Hornik, Fr. Jozef Michalski, Fr. Albert Fuchs, Fr. Niemiec, Fr. Stanley Molon, Fr. Sr. John Slysz 1957 ; 1977, Father Joseph Milewski, Father Sr. Sigmund Peplowski 1979-2003 and Father Joseph R. Cyman since Oct. 10, 2003. Parish Information Sunday Masses 9:00 A.M. Holy Mass 11:00 A.M. ; Holy Mass Daily Masses are held as announced in the weekly bulletin. Examples of the Mass intentions are: For the Sick, In Remembrance of the Faithful Departed, To Beseech God’s Grace, Birthdays and Anniversaries. To make arrangements, please contact the Pastor. Holy Day Masses are held as announced in the bulletin. Sacrament of Baptism Arrangements should be made at least two weeks prior to the ceremony. Sacrament of Matrimony Arrangements should be made at least six months in advance. Contact the Pastor prior to finalizing SAINT ANN MELKITE CATHOLIC CHURCH, 973-785-4144 802 RIFLE CAMP ROAD

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