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Mission Statement

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Holy Cross Church is a welcoming Catholic community founded in 1949.  We are dedicated to building the Body of Christ by fostering an inclusive parish community where all feel welcomed, valued, and supported.  We radiate Christ’s love through our celebration of the Mass and the Sacraments, our service to our neighbors, and our fellowship events.  We embrace the diversity of our congregation and encourage active participation in our parish life.

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No matter what your present status in the Catholic Church,
No matter what your current family or marital situation,
No matter what your current personal history,
age, background, or race,
No matter what your own self-image —
You are invited, welcomed, accepted, loved and respected
here at Holy Cross Church.

From the Parish Pastoral Council

 

We are pleased to present our new annual objectives for our parish goals. These objectives will run from July 1, 2025- June 30, 2026.

 

We encourage you to reflect on these objectives and see if you feel called to serve in bringing any of them to life. If so, please speak to the Parish Pastoral Council contact person listed beside each objective. You may also reach us via email at holycrossparishcouncil413@gmail.com or by dropping a note in the collection basket or at the rectory. 

 

God Bless,

Holy Cross Parish Pastoral Council

 

Mike Beaudry                               Tom Domenichelli

Gayle Begley                                Jim Maiolo                                    

Sarah Cagan                                Molly Moskal

Sue Callahan                                Amy Rucci                                    

Jennifer Collins                             Tony Yacovone                                         

Mary Jean Daly

 

Our Parish Pastoral Plan 2025-2026

 

  • Goal 1: Build a welcoming, vibrant parish community that celebrates our cultural and generational diversity 

    • Objective 1: Promote a different ministry at coffee and donuts each month.

      • Parish Council Contact Person: Sue Callahan

    • Objective 2: Improve communication about major events:

      • Create a message board in the church vestibule. In addition to featuring major events, this will include photos of Parish Council members so parishioners know who represents them.

      • Research and obtain proposals for exterior signage to inform the broader neighborhood of upcoming Parish events.

      • Parish Council Contact Person: Jennifer Collins

 

  • Goal 2: Help sustain and nurture the faith of each parishioner by increasing the number of opportunities for spiritual growth

    • Objective 1: Promote the Sacrament of Reconciliation.

      • Parish Council Contact Person: Mary Jean Daly

    • Objective 2: Work with area parishes and/or organizations to host a featured speaker or event centered on spiritual growth.

      • Parish Council Contact Person: Tom Domenichelli

 

  • Goal 3: Provide support and outreach to our neighbors in need

    • Objective 1: Offer our support to Christina’s House, a Springfield- based Christ-centered ministry with a mission to educate, embrace and encourage women and their children who are homeless or near homeless.

      • Parish Council Contact Person: Mary Jean Daly

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