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1 651 East Springfield Road Springfield, Pennsylvania IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS Business Office / Rectory Parish School Religious Education : Convent Pastoral Minister Korean Catholic Center Website : contactus@holycrosscatholics.org MASS SCHEDULE Saturday Evening: 5:15 PM Sunday, Upper Church: 7:30, 9:30, 11:30 AM Holy Day: Weekday: 8:30 AM and 7:00 PM 8:30 AM CONFESSIONS Saturday, Lower Church: 4:00 to 5:00 PM MARRIAGE POLICY Arrangements are made directly with the Parish Priests, within six months before the intended wedding date. Weddings are reserved for active parishioners. Pre-Cana Session is required. Please call Rectory for appointment with Parish Priests. Our next Parish Pre-Cana day will be on March 28, To register, call Bill & PARISH PASTORAL STAFF Rev. John D. Gabin Pastor Rev. Edward B. Cahill Pastor Emeritus Rev. H. James Hutchins Parochial Vicar Rev. Msgr. Paul F. Curran In Residence Deacon Robert Frankenberger Deacon Joseph N. Gousie Sr. Loretta Saudarg, RSM Business Manager Sr. Mary Carmela, RSM Pastoral Minister Mrs. Dawn Perry Principal Mrs. Kelly Meliti Director of Religious Education Mr. Timothy Reilly Music Coordinator BAPTISM POLICY Baptisms are celebrated every Sunday, except for the first Sunday of the month, at 12:30 PM. Please call the rectory at to set up an appointment with a Priest. First time parents and godparents are required to attend a Baptism Preparation Session. Only when Certificates of Eligibility from godparents are presented, then a date for the baptism can be set. The Baptism Preparation Sessions are held the first Sunday of the month at 12:30 PM in the Upper Church, with registration required. To register, please call the parish secretary during regular business hours (Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM). Registration must be made prior to the last Friday of the month. If no registrations are received, a session may not be held. VISITATION TO SICK AND INFIRM Please call the Rectory or Sister Mary Carmela, Pastoral Minister, when a parishioner is hospitalized or homebound. RECTORY OFFICE HOURS Monday - Friday: same as the Business Office 1:00-7:00 PM Sunday: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM Saturday: REGISTRATIONS By Appointment. All Catholics living in the parish should register at the Rectory. Please call Parish Office to make an appointment with one of the Parish Priests. BUSINESS OFFICE HOURS (Entrance through the middle, rear door of the Church) Monday - Friday Only: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Closed for Lunch 12-1 PM); Closed Saturday and Sunday

2 PASTOR'S CORNER There are still several seats available on our parish bus for the March for Life in Washington, D.C. on Thursday, January 22. In our culture of death, there is a great need to witness to the sacredness of all human life. This is a wonderful way to do it! Details for reserving your seat can be found in this bulletin. You probably know that this church bulletin you are reading is a free service we receive, provided to our parishioners through the courtesy of the local business people and entrepreneurs who are listed on the back t pages. In addition to the benefit of having this bulletin printed and delivered to us without cost, according to the "III contract we negotiated with the John Patrick Company, Holy Cross receives an annual payment of $5,000 from the fees paid by the advertisers. So please, take a few moments today and every few weeks to look over the back pages of our bulletin and notice the people who are supporting our parish and who are offering you services you may need. It would be a good thingto do business with them if possible, and to mention our parish and thank them fortheir ad when you talk to them. Our vestibule bulletin boards are updated regularly to give you information about parish events and archdiocesan events that may be of interest to you. Check them out every couple of weeks to stay informed! collection, Our Christmas collection is up to $37,205. Thank you very much for your generosity to this important as well as to the Annual Appeal. MARCH FOR LIFE IN WASHINGTON, THURSDAY, JANUARY 22 WE MUST SPEAK OUT! D.C. BUS LEAVES AT 7:30 AM AND RETURNS BY 8:00 PM PAYMENT $10 PER PERSON RESERVES YOUR SEAT HC0241

3 ~-.firemember OUR SICK MONDAY 8:30AM JANUARY 12 FRANCIS ARMSTRONG TUESDAY JANUARY 13 Saint Hilary, Bishop and Doctor of the Church 8:30 AM BERNARD TOAL, SR. WEDNESDAY JANUARY 14 8:30AM BERNARD BURKE THURSDAY JANUARY 15 8:30AM ROBERT AND EDNA MAC DONALD FRIDAY JANUARY 16 8:30 AM POllC FAMilY SATURDAY JANUARY 17 Saint Anthony, Abbot 8:30 AM BRANDON BRANCH NEXT WEEKEND MASS INTENTIONS SATURDAY JANUARY 17 5:15 PM PEOPLE OF HOLYCROSS SUNDAY JANUARY 18 7:30AM VIVIAN AND GEORGE AMOROSO CAROLYN AND JOSEPH SINDONI 9:30AM VINCENT CRISANTI 11:30 AM PAUL MARKIEWICZ Rose Adduci Mary Kull James Baumann Kendall Lambert Jane Berry Karen Landolfi Dorothy Cavanaugh Rose Leto Kim Cook James McCusker Sharon Diemer Helen Murphy Victor DiMaio Helene Neary Melissa Dunfee Don Palermo Cornelius Dunleavy Eve Palermo Dorothy Eberhard Lucy Risoli Mary Ann Farrell Theresa Rush Emelia Fagnano Joan Fox Joseph Sindoni Kate Wendel Carolyn Henderson J e f f Simmons Carole Kime George Vrettos Billy Winans, WORLD MEETING OF FAMILIES 2015 World Meeting of Families is coming to Philadelphia in September 201S! Learn about the World Meeting of Families, how to prepare your parish, get involved, or get your copy of the official Catechesis on our new website: WorldMeeting201S.org You can text "World" to for updates or text "Pray" to with your prayer intentions to make a $10 donation. Like us on Facebook at "World Meeting of Families 2015" Registration for the World Meeting of Families is now open! To register for the World Meeting, September 22-25, or to learn more, visit: WorldMeeting201S.org and go to the "Register" page. Host a Family Thousands will visit for this international event from September You can open your home and host a family or an individual. It is easy to sign up online. Be a part of this historic event and learn more at WorldMeeting201S.org or us at Jr. IN MEMORY The violinist at the 7:00 PM Mass on Christmas Eve was compensated in memory of Ruth Irene Bartivic, a longtime devoted member of our parish choir. We pray for the safety and protection loved ones in the armed forces: Major Paul Allen Lt. Amy Callahan, USN, MD Lt. James P. Callahan, USN Lt. John R. Callahan, USN lance Corporal Justin 0' Arcy Staff Sergeant Gerald Dejohn Cpl. John G. Larouche of our HC0242

4 FROM THE PASTOR'S DESK Every organization has some sort of initiation which makes the new member a part of the group, with all the rights and duties of belonging to that group. Initiations are something very special. Today we celebrate the feast of the Baptism of the Lord. It was His initiation into His public ministry - His preaching, teaching and saving us. What does that mean? By being baptized, Our Lord acknowledged His complete unity with the human race. He was, of course, already God's Son. But at His baptism, the Father publicly acknowledged Him as His Son, and publicly invested Him with His mission on earth. The baptism we all received, either as children or as adults, is greater than the baptism given by st. John. But the meaning is the same: by our baptism into Christ we accepted a share in His mission in the world. God publicly acknowledged us, His children, and He is well pleased with us. It is a very dramatic mission we have assumed by our baptism but it is accomplished in very undramatic ways. Such undramatic things as honesty in business, integrity in speech, patience in time of trial, studying our Catholic faith to better understand, live and share it, concern for the poor, - these are all means by which we carry out our mission. It seems easier to do something dramatic, but that is not the way of Jesus. Perhaps, one thing you can think of doing is joining us on the annual March for Life in Washington D.C.; standing up for the sacredness of all human life is so necessary these days. And we need to fill our parish bus. Details are in the parish bulletin. It is the day-by-day Jivingout of the faith we received in our baptism that can convert ourfamilies and the world. March for Life You are invited to the annual March for Life in Washington, D.C., on Thursday, January 22. It is necessary that we stand up for the sacredness of all human life and this is a wonderful way to do it. In Washington we will visit first the National American History Museum and the National Natural History Museum. Then we will join the March and walk to the Capitol and Supreme Court Buildings where we will greet Archbishop Chaput. Our parish bus will leave the church parking lot at 7:30 AM and return by 8:00 PM. The cost is $10; payment will reserve your seat. Put your payment into an envelope marked "March for life" with your name, address and telephone number printed on it and drop it off at the Business Office, the Rectory, or in the collection basket. Please consider joining us for this much-needed public witness to life and love. He 024 3

5 JOY OF THE GOSPEL Have you read Pope Francis' Apostolic Exhortation "The Joy of the Gospel?" Are you inspired by the Pope's dream for a missionary transformation of the Church? Come and meet others who share this J dream and want to implement the Pope's vision! Join us for five consecutive Saturday evenings starting January 17 through February 14, at the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, 1723 Race Street in Philadelphia after the 5: 15 PM Mass. We will present excerpts from Pope Francis' "The Joy of the Gospel." The excerpts will be followed by a panel discussion to explain the UNewEvangelization" and how families can put Pope Francis' words into action. HOLY CROSS KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS FREETHROW CHAMPIONSHIP Holy Cross Knights of Columbus will be hosting a Free Throw Championship. All boys and girls ages 9 to 14 are eligible to enter. It will take place on Saturday, January 24, at the Parish Hall between 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM. Winners in each age group will advance to the District Championship February. in / Hear priests, deacons, sisters, and local educators discuss how you can be part of the New Evangelization! See the poster in church for more details. Register today by JoyoftheGospel@comcast.net or call Michael Campbell at NEW YEAR RESOLUTION TO LOSEWEIGHT! R.C.I.A. The program is still open to anyone desiring to become a Catholic, and any Catholic wishing to prepare for Holy Communion and/or J Confirmation, and for anyone who may simply be interested in refreshing their information about our Catholic faith and participating in the formation process discipleship. Meetings are held every Tuesday in the Rectory from 7:00 to 8:00 PM. Call Father Hutchins for more information: Jesuswill lighten the weight off your shoulders - Come and discuss it with Him in our Adoration Chapel Monday through Friday 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM We need help the following days and times in our Adoration Chapel: Tuesday - 7:00-8:00 PM Thursday - Friday - Friday - 9:00-10:00 AM 10:00-11:00 AM 3:00-4:00 PM Call Catherine Dolores Doreen Ronnie SPECIAL NOTE TO PARENTS AND GRANDPARENTS Every Sunday at the 9:30 Mass we offer a special Child Liturgy for children, grades K-3. The children are led downstairs with an adult leader after the opening prayer to hear The Word of God proclaimed to them on their level. Then they return again to their families J upstairs during the Offertory. It is a wonderful way for these children to learn about their faith, and it gives their parents the opportunity to listen to the Readings and Homily without interruption. Please make every effort to bring your little ones to Mass with you at 9:30. Both you and they will benefit from this activity. HC 024 4

6 J FIND OUT WHY "CROSS IS BOSS" HOLYCROSS HOME OF THE CRUSADERS Holy Cross School exists to provide students in Pre-K through Efh grade with a Catholic education which integrates Catholic Christian values and academic excellence. Our educators and staff are committed to helping each child develop as a whole person: spiritually, academically, emotionally, and socially. OPEN HOUSE SUNDA Y, JANUARY 25 BETWEEN 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM SATURDA Y, MARCH 7 BETWEEN 11:00 AM -12:30 PLEASECOME TO MEET THE PRINCIPAL AND TOUR THE SCHOOL In addition to the core academics, we offer: Honors Math, Religion, Spanish, Music, Technology, Art, Band, Choir, Student Council, School Safety, Science Explorers, Bricks for Kidz, After School CARES, CYO Sports. POSITIVE ACTION PROGRAMS: Crusaders Care, The RESPECTProgram, NED (Never Give Up, Encourage CAll PM Others, Do Your Best) REGISTRATION DATESAND FEES NOW THROUGH JANUARY 30 - $100 AFTER JANUARY 30 - $125 TO SCHEDULEA TOUR OR SHADOW DAY TODAYI HELP WANTED: We are also in need of substitute teachers for all grades Pre K - 8. Please call or send resumes/inquiries to: dawnperryholycross@gmail.com. tloo/ CrO(WSoc:,iaLC~ O~N~geefcV\lgeet'" fehyucuy 7-7:00-11:00 PM $15 Per Pet'"S<)nt; $25 Pe«Couple: tlcio/ CrO»' PCU'"U}v tla,ll, If interested in tickets, please contact Lisa Faraglia or lisa.faraglia@verizon.net. or Maryann O'Shea at shades14@comcast.net Tickets can also be purchased through the business office; contact Gerri at Monday through Thursday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Friday till 2:30 PM. He 024 5