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New Titles in our CD Rack!
Listening to them can help us be more knowledgeable in our faith and grow closer to our loving God.
Anger and Forgiveness ? Becoming the Best Version of Yourself ? Finding the Fullness of Faith ? Not Ready for Marriage: A Young Couple’s Return to Chastity ? The Catholic Teaching on Marriage and Annulments ? The Face of God ? The Gift of Sexuality ? The Truth ? Why Is There Hell? What Should I know about it! ? You’re a Better Parent Than You Think.
Take one home and give it to someone else!  Share Gods word and Good News! 
 
May is the month of Mary
A good way to dedicate the month to Mary is by saying a daily Rosary or, at least, part of the Rosary—with Hail Marys and other prayers that honor the Mother of our Lord. “Never was it known that anyone who sought your intercession was left unaided.”(from Salve Regina). Devotion to the Blessed Mother is one of the best kept secrets among those who want their prayers answered.
 
 
 
CONNECTED CATHOLICS
 
Single, divorced or widowed?  Single Adult Catholic?
Do you want to connect with other single adults of all ages to share your faith journey, celebrate life and support each other?  Connected Catholics offers a variety of programs, experiences and opportunities that enrich single life and helps to build community.  Is it time for you to venture forth and try new things while finding support that enhances your life?  Our next meeting will be on Wednesday, May 13, 7-9 p.m.!
 
  • Create a Community of Support with other Single, Annulled, Divorced and widowed individuals
  • Enhance Your Spiritual Life
  • Make New Friends
  • Share in Days of Prayer and Retreats
  • Deepen Your Love and Relationship with Christ
  • Contemplate and Learn more About The Teachings of the Church
  • Have Fun with Other Singles Through Social Events
  • Serve Your Faith Community in New Ways 

Learn more by contacting Deacon Ivan Hawk at 355-7408

 
 
Bereavement Support Groups for Children
Adults rely on life experience to cope with loss and crises. Youth don’t have that kind of resource to call upon. They need help resolving these issues.
  • Adults often don’t recognize when children are grieving.
  • Children don’t know how to grieve, and the consequences of this can be devastating.
  • Children don’t distinguish between the pain of loss that results from death, divorce, separation, abandonment or military deployment.
  • Children can be healed from loss.
Holy Cross Church is offering a program to heal the hearts of children. Our initial offering is to children from grades 1-6 and teenagers. If you are interested in this program or would like more information, please contact Deacon Ivan Hawk at 355-7408.

 

 

RENOVATION OF THE UNDERGROUND

 

OUR GOAL HAS BEEN REACHED! $15,000.00!!!

THANK YOU TO ALL WHO GAVE GENEROUSLY!!

 Update: 5/15/09

 
We've had a few setbacks, but. . .
 
We are waiting for the electrical inspection. installation of insulation will start as soon as that is done. Then sheet rock!
 
Cement blocks have been delivered for the second exit and a volunteer is giving his time to build those walls.
 
 
Things are looking very good down there!
 
 
Due to the delays, the estimated completion date will be in June. 
 
The PYC has been working on a list of new furniture, food and games to be purchased for the center.  These will be in place at our Grand Opening which will be announced by late May.
 
The teens of our parish will assist adult volunteers who have the skills to provide much of the labor to renovate the center.  Please let us know if you are willing to help.
 
CALL THE PARISH OFFICE IF YOU WANT TO HELP WITH THE PAINTING!  863-3002
 

Please keep this project in your prayers as we continue our effort to provide a safe place for the teens of our parish and community. 

If you are interested in working with our Youth in the form of a Youth Group, please call Deacon Ivan Hawk at 355-7408! 

Are you interested in becoming a Catechist or a Catechist Assistant here at Holy Cross this coming school year?? JESUS NEEDS YOU!! WE NEED YOU! It truly is a joy to work with our young people and to share your faith with them. Help us build a spiritual community for our children. WE ARE IN NEED OF CATECHIST ASSISTANTS FOR ALL GRADES For more information for grades K-8 call Peggy Hawk at 863-3002. If you are interested in becoming a Catechist or Catechist aid for 9th or 10th grade Confirmation program, call Deacon Ivan Hawk at 355-7408.

BECOME A KNIGHT The Colchester Knights of Columbus Council meets every second Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. at Holy Cross Church in classroom #1 (conference room). All are welcome.

Is there a Food Shelf in Colchester? Yes! and it's located in our parish! All the food that you bring and leave in the baskets at the entrances of our church go directly to the food shelf. The food shelf now has a freezer, lots of room for meat and vegetables! Hours of operation: Monday-Friday 1-3 p.m. Saturday 10-noon

"Monastery Manna" Altar bread cuttings made by the Benedictine nuns at the Westfield Monastery are available in the lobby and narthex. They make an excellent fat-free and sodium-free snack!

Holy Cross NEWSLETTER--If you would like to help save a tree and receive our newsletter via email, please email our office at holycrosscvt@myfairpoint.net to let us know.

Our parish center's Tierney Hall is available for rental for wedding and baby showers, birthday and anniversary celebrations as well as wedding receptions. Please contact the parish office at 863-3002 for more information and reservations.