In this issue: Marian Morning, Children's Choir Get Together, "Into the Breach" Adult Faith Formation, Grief Support Group, Do You Play Piano?, Remember in Prayer, Current Mass and Confession Schedule, Walking with John Paul II . . .
Happy 80th Birthday,
Fr. Perkins!
What's a birthday without cake!
The birthday box, presented at Mass this morning, held the prayers the parish offered Father Perkins as a Spiritual Bouquet.
HOLY CROSS CHILDREN'S CHOIR GET TOGETHER
Thursday, September 16 at 4:30 p.m.
Dr. Mariana Mihai-Zoeter the music director at Holy Cross, is inviting all children grades 3-8 (existing members and new members who wish to sing in the Children's choir) and their parents to join her on September 16 at 4:30 pm for the first choir gathering of the year in the sanctuary. This will be a chance to have a question and answer session about the upcoming year. Participating in our parish music ministry is a beautiful way to share our God’s given talents with others. By leading the music at Mass, we help bring people closer to the Lord.
If your child is not yet a member of the Children’s choir but would like to become one, please attend this meeting. For more information contact Dr. Mariana at: music@hcrosschurch.org, Dr. Mariana is looking forward to meeting you all!
"Oh come, let us sing to the Lord; let us make a joyful noise to the rock of our salvation!" (Psalm 95:1)
HOLY CROSS
ADULT CHOIR
GET TOGETHER
Thursday, August 26
at 7 p.m.
Dr. Mariana Mihai-Zoeter the music director at Holy Cross is inviting all singers -existing members and new members who wish to sing in the choir- on Thursday August 26, at 7 p.m. to join her for a choir gathering in the sanctuary. If you are not yet a member of the choir but you love to sing and would like to share your gifts with us all please attend this meeting.
For more information contact Mariana at: music@hcrosschurch.org
"Sing to him, sing praise to him; tell of all his wonderful acts” (Psalm 105:2)
Do you play the piano? Every month, Father Perkins celebrates Holy Mass at Brighton Gardens Assisted Living Facility (5550 Tuckerman Lane, Rockville 20852). This Mass is a joyous occasion attended by the Catholic community as well as followers of other denominations. Volunteers from our parish serve as cantor and pianist for two hymns. Currently, we are in need of a pianist. Please share your musical skills and talent with us by playing the piano at the monthly Mass. All visitors to Brighton Gardens must be fully vaccinated against the COVID virus. For more information, please contact Charlotte King, Ministry to the Sick and Homebound at 301-816-0176.
Remember in Prayer those who have died, especially Joan Gratton, mother of Christopher Gratton, Vesna Mulcahy, mother of Mike Mulcahy, Laura Lopez, daughter of Al Cayzedo, and Msgr. John B. Brady.
Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May they rest in peace. Amen. May their souls and the souls of all the faithful departed through the mercy of God rest in peace. Amen.
Montgomery County’s indoor mask requirement went into effect August 7.
Masks should be worn in Church by everyone 2 years and older.
CURRENT MASS AND CONFESSION SCHEDULE
The dispensation from Sunday and Holy Days Mass obligation has been lifted and the obligation was reinstated beginning Saturday, June 26, and Sunday, June 27. To see the full statement of the Bishops of the Province of Baltimore and the Archdiocese of Washington, visit the Archdiocesan website at www.adw.org.
We look forward to safely welcoming you back into our beautiful sacred space. Wipes for the pews and hand sanitizer will continue to be available for your use. The clergy will continue to sanitize their hands during the distribution of the Eucharist. The faithful are encouraged to remain respectful of their neighbor in all circumstances.
Saturday Vigil Mass - 5:00 pm in Church
Sunday Mass - 9:30 am in Church
Sunday Mass – 12 Noon in Church (live-stream link at www.hcrosschurch.org)
Weekday Masses are offered Monday thru Saturday at 8:30 am in Church
On Saturdays, Confessions are heard from 9:00 to 10:00 am.
You can access the parish bulletin by:
- viewing it here,
- select "News" on the parish website (www.hcrosschurch.org) or
- pick up a copy at Church.
- select "News" on the parish website (www.hcrosschurch.org) or
- pick up a copy at Church.
Saturday, October 16, 2021
8:00 AM – 4:30 PM EDT
Be not afraid – The Saint John Paul II National Shrine invites you to journey in the spiritual footsteps of Saint John Paul II to renew our spirits and deepen our faith during these extraordinary times! Join us for a 12-mile spirit-filled walk from Our Lady Queen of Poland Parish in Silver Spring, MD to the Saint John Paul II National Shrine in Washington, DC (shorter routes of 6 and 2 miles will also be available). The pilgrimage will conclude at the Shrine with Mass followed by a celebration with music and food. Come join with your family, friends, school, council, or religious community!
Click here for more information and to register.
WAYS TO SUPPORT HOLY CROSS
ONLINE - Make a donation by credit card via Faith Direct. Go to the parish website: www.hcrosschurch.org and click on One-Time Donation. You do not have to enroll in Faith Direct or, if you are enrolled in Faith Direct, you can elect to not sign in.
RECURRING - Visit www.faithdirect.net or call 866-507-8757 (toll-free) to enroll in our electronic giving program using your bank account or credit card (Holy Cross Code is MD22). Another way is to use your bank's bill pay.
DROP OFF your contribution in the mail slot in the Rectory office door
MAIL your offertory to Holy Cross Church, PO Box 249, Garrett Park, MD 20896