Holy Cross Melkite Catholic Church Bulletin. July 14, 2019.
Sunday of the Fathers of the First Six Ecumenical Councils.

July 14. Commemoration of the Holy Apostle Aquila. The Christian converts, Aquila and his wife Priscilla, were exiled at the time of Emperor Claudius (around the year 50). In 52, Aquila was the host of St. Paul in Corinth. We see them again together in Ephesus, attracted by their common love of Christ and their common skill, for both were tent-makers.

Sunday, July 14-August 18, 2019. Summer Hymn Camp after the Divine Liturgy. Calling all children going into Grades 1-8. Join us for the “Sunday Hymn Camp” which will take place for six weeks from 12:30 p.m.-1:00 p.m. from July 14-August 18, with a concert on August 25. There is no charge for the summer hymn activities.

Holy Cross Church’s Annual Festival will be on Saturday, September 7 and Sunday, September 8, 2019. There will be music, dancing, food, and fun at our Annual Festival. Raffle tickets are on sale for $10 each or $100 for a booklet of 10. This year we have $10,000 in cash prizes ($5000, $3000, $1000, $1000), plus a laptop, an iPad, a flat screen T.V., and other prizes. Please save the dates, spread the word, invite friends, and help in whatever way you can to make this a fun annual fundraising event. We need volunteers to assist with set-up, food preparation, sales at the booths, and so much more. Please contact the office if you are able to help.

Women’s Silent Retreat November 8-10, 2019. Come away to beautiful Sacred Heart Retreat House in Alhambra, and in the silence, pray, sort out what lies in front of you, or simply retreat from all that is worldly. The theme is Come Holy Spirit “He will guide you to all truth” John 16:13. Select one of three options for attendance: stay the entire weekend in the serenity of this place, or commute daily from your home, or come just for the day on Saturday. Prices vary accordingly, and scholarships may be available. For information, please contact Melinda Guinaldo at (714) 403-8455.

You may subscribe and view Father François Beyrouti’s weekly homilies on: YouTube.com/MelkiteTV
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Most recent homilies by Father François Beyrouti:
-“ A Solid Life.” July 7, 2019.
-“Why go to church?” June 30, 2019.
-“Holiness is for you.” June 16, 2019.
-“Jesus Who?” June 2, 2019.
-“Responsibility in a Name.” May 26, 2019.
-“Apostolic Antioch Tradition.” May 19, 2019.
-“Rise Up.” May 12, 2019.

Hymns: (See our Church’s website for Audio Recordings: holycrossmelkite.org/Melkite-hymns)
Troparion of the Resurrection (Tone 4). The women disciples of the Lord, having learned from the angel the joyful announcement of the resurrection, and having rejected the ancestral sentence, proudly told the apostles: Death is despoiled. Christ God is risen, bestowing to the world great mercy.”
Troparion of the Holy Cross (Tone 2). O Lord save your people and bless your inheritance, granting peace to the world; and protect your community by the power of your Cross.
Kondakion of the Virgin (Tone 2). O never failing Protectress of Christians and their ever present intercessor before the Creator, despise not the petitions of us sinners, but in your goodness extend your help to us who call upon you with confidence. Hasten, O Mother of God, to intercede for us, for you have always protected those who honor you.

Epistle: Titus 3:8-15. Adrian Maayah will read this Sunday’s epistle. Full reading below. If you would like to read the Epistle please contact the office.
Gospel: Matthew 5:14-19. Full reading below.

Today’s Divine Liturgy is celebrated for the repose of the souls of:
Father Michael Hull (July 10, 2019), George (Jeries) Hanna (July 5, 2019), Zaki Kamal (July 1, 2019), Helen Marie Azar (July 2, 2019), Joseph Hawa (June 27, 2019), Romel Alshaini (June 21, 2019), Issa Saba Sweiss (June 11, 2019), Janet Nesheiwat Sweiss (June 8, 2019), Laurice Nesheiwat Kandah (June 2019), Denise Hallis (June 6, 2019), Nicolas Youssef Saikaly (June 4, 2019), Riad Wakim (June 1, 2019), Fr. Clement Youssef (May 31, 2019), Grace Laty (May 31, 2019).
the health, safety, and salvation of:
Dhannielle Beclay, Floyd Genadry, Kevork Kaloustian, Finnegan O'Leary Jones, Amira Qseisieh, Marie Semaan, Florence Shaib, Thomas & Sheila Thorkelson.
For vocations to the priesthood, monastic life, and lay parish ministries.
For peace in Egypt, Iraq, Lebanon, Palestine, Syria, and all the troubled regions around the world.

Scripture Memory:
“And let our people learn to apply themselves to good deeds, so as to help cases of urgent need, and not to be unfruitful. [15] All who are with me send greetings to you. Greet those who love us in the faith. Grace be with you all (Titus 5:14-15).

“"Think not that I have come to abolish the law and the prophets; I have come not to abolish them but to fulfil them. [18] For truly, I say to you, till heaven and earth pass away, not an iota, not a dot, will pass from the law until all is accomplished. [19] Whoever then relaxes one of the least of these commandments and teaches men so, shall be called least in the kingdom of heaven; but he who does them and teaches them shall be called great in the kingdom of heaven” (Matthew 5:17-19).

From June 3-August 23, 2019, seminarian Mikhael Naddaf will be staying at Holy Cross Church and doing a Clinical Pastoral Education program at St. Joseph’s Hospital. Please pray for Mikhael as he continues his training and discernment.

The Melkite Eastern Catholic Community at Saint Kilian’s Roman Catholic Church. Please invite your family and friends and remind everyone in the area to join us. We will meet in the hall at 5:45 p.m. to review the hymns and the Divine Liturgy will begin in the Church at exactly 6:30 p.m. on July 21, 2019 (new date), at Saint Kilian’s. 26872 Estanciero Drive, Mission Viejo, CA 92691 (off Marguerite Parkway).
2019 dates: July 21 (new date), August 11, September 15 (new date), October 13, November 10, and December 8.
If you live or know anyone who lives in the area surrounding Mission Viejo please give us their contact information so that we can keep everyone informed on upcoming events. Please send contact details to the parish office at (714) 985-1710 or email a list of names to Father François at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
“Unless the Lord builds the house, those who build it labor in vain. Unless the LORD watches over the city, the watchman stays awake in vain” (Psalm 127:1).

Choir practice. “Sing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs with thankfulness in your hearts to God” (Colossians 3:16). Please join our choir practices to review the regular hymns of the Divine Liturgy and learn new ones. Everyone is welcome.
At Holy Cross Melkite Catholic Church every Sunday at 9:55 a.m.-10:45 a.m.

Holy Cross Youth Ministry Spiritual Meetings take place every Sunday following the Divine Liturgy for all those in grades 9-12.

Holy Cross College Ministry. We are planning social and religious activities to build our College Community at Holy Cross Church. For further details contact the office or see calendar for event details (holycrossmelkite.org/ministries/college-ministry).

Holy Cross Young Adults Ministry for ages 21-35. We are planning social and religious activities to build our Young Adults Community at Holy Cross Church. Feel free to bring your friends and family. See calendar for event details (Holycrossmelkite.org/ministries/young-adults). Contact: Tony Helo (562) 371-5466; This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Upcoming events: The next meeting will be in August.

Eastern Christian Formation (Sunday School) program for all children in Kindergarten to grade 8 is after the Sunday Divine Liturgy.

Saint Luke Coptic Orthodox Christian Academy. Fall Registration now available. STEAM-Focused and Christ-Centered, Daycare, Preschool, and Kindergarten. Tours Available. Early Bird Special $100 off registration. 5401 Fairmont Blvd., Yorba Linda, CA.

Isaiah House Women’s Shelter next date: Saturday, July 27, 2019. Holy Cross Church prepares and serves a meal for the women at Isaiah House (316 South Cypress Avenue, Santa Ana) every month. If you or your family would like assist on those days or if you would like to sponsor a Saturday to prepare food at your home, serve the food with your family, and enjoy a meal with those in need please contact the office.
Schedule: 5:00 p.m. Meet at Isaiah House, set up, serve meals, visit with the women, and clean up.
2019 dates: Saturday, July 27, Saturday, August 31, Sunday, September 29, Saturday, October 26, Saturday, November 23, and Sunday, December 29.

Listen to Melkite audio links on our parish website at holycrossmelkite.org/Melkite-hymns
We uploaded many Melkite hymns for the Divine Liturgy and other important services. To practice or become more familiar with our beautiful liturgical hymns you can listen or download them by visiting the above link.

Vocation Awareness. When Mary visited Elizabeth, she was coming to minister to her. Jesus was within her reaching out to touch Elizabeth and Elizabeth felt the presence of the Lord. Priests are called to minister in this way to the people. Today’s Epistle speaks of Christ touching people so that they can become free children of God. In the Gospel, Jesus frees two men and restores their dignity and identity as children of God. Others wanted to keep the status quo. Priests often have to face this in their ministry. Pray for your priests and pray for an increase of vocations to the priesthood.

Vocation View. Saint Paul urges Christian readers to live a life of communion, in mutual love, and in the love that God has given us. Jesus teaches us the importance and implications of that life of loving communion. Who shall preach and teach it to us today? Pray for an increase of vocations to the priesthood and monastic life and encourage possible candidates.

A Prayer for Vocations. O Lord God, in every age, You invite men and women to hear Your call to serve You and the Church. We bow before You now, asking that You call forth more persons to serve our Melkite Catholic Church in America. Give us priests, deacons, monks and nuns, who will lead and guide your holy people. By Your will, bless us with vocations so that we continue to be the church which You called us to be, centuries ago. Let all hear Your voice inviting them to care for and serve Your people. Strengthen us in being disciples of Jesus Christ, Your Only-begotten Son and fishers of men. Inspire in us the spirit and pride of Antioch, our holy heritage. We ask You, O Lover of mankind, to raise up men and women who appreciate what they have received from You and who want to be generous in their service, willing to offer their lives and all their gifts, to serve others, to give You glory, thanksgiving and worship, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, now and always and forever and ever. Amen.

Your Sunday donation envelopes are mailed to you every two months. These envelopes are dated with your envelope number on the back. Please contact the office if you are not registered or did not receive your envelopes. Thank you.

Do you want to be inspired and learn more about your Catholic Faith? Listen to Relevant, a Catholic Radio station on 930 am. For further information visit their website or call 1-888-887-7120.

If you or anyone you know is in need of a walker please contact the office for more details.

Thank you for your ongoing generous donations:
-Wednesday, July 10 building fund deposit: $2,175.
-Sunday, July 7 first Sunday of the month building fund collection: $2,080 in 23 envelopes (average of $90 per envelope) = $2,080.
-Sunday, July 7 collection: $2,383 in 34 envelopes (average of $70 per envelope) + $121 cash + $131 candles = $2,635.
-Saturday, July 6 collection: $340 in 8 envelopes (average of $43 per envelope) + $34 cash = $374.
-Wednesday, July 3 building fund deposit: $2,825.
-Sunday, June 30 collection: $1,958 in 35 envelopes (average of $56 per envelope) + $308 cash + $130 candles = $2,396.
-Wednesday, June 26 building fund deposit: $1,050.
-Sunday, June 23 collection: $2,101 in 44 envelopes (average of $48 per envelope) + $164 cash + $140 candles = $2,405.
-Wednesday, June 19 building fund deposit: $2,080.
-Sunday, June 16 collection: $1,743 in 30 envelopes (average of $58 per envelope) + $174 cash + $132 candles = $2,049.
-Wednesday, June 12 building fund deposit: $5,452.

Total deposits in the past four months: April: $33,756, May: $22,573, June: $27,964, July: $10,089.

Sample Holy Cross Church Expenses:
$26.57 paid on July 3, 2019 for Sparkletts water services.
$637.37 paid on July 3, 2019 for Golden State water company.
$104.98 fully donated on July 1, 2019 for Spectrum internet.
$118.63 paid on July 1, 2019 for printer leasing and services.
$63.81 paid on June 28, 2019 for Reliable workplace Solutions.
$171.94 paid on June 21, 2019 for Republic trash services.
$246.50 paid on June 11, 2019 for OSV envelope services.
$29.45 paid on June 10, 2019 for So Cal Gas Company.
$392.91 paid on June 10, 2019 for So Cal Edison Electricity.
$240.00 paid on June 6, 2019 for RCBO computer management.
$300.00 paid on June 6, 2019 for church cleaning services.

Calendar:
Saturday, July 13.
5:00 p.m. Vespers (Evening prayer).

Sunday, July 14.
9:45 a.m. Orthros (Morning prayer).
9:55 a.m.-10:45 a.m. Choir practice.
11:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy.
12:15 p.m. Summer Hymn Camp. Grades 1-8.
12:15 p.m.-1:15 p.m. Youth Ministry spiritual discussion for all in grades 9-12.

Friday, July 19.
1:00-5:00 p.m. Teen event. “The Kingdom is Here.” Christ Cathedral Dedication Youth Celebration. A day of fun, food, games, tours, photos, and inspirational talks to celebrate the Cathedral's dedication. For further information, please contact the Holy Cross Church office.

Saturday, July 20.
4:30 p.m. Confession.
5:00 p.m. Vespers (Evening prayer).

Sunday, July 21.
9:45 a.m. Orthros (Morning prayer).
9:55 a.m.-10:45 a.m. Choir practice.
11:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy led by Holy Cross Church Children’s choir on third Sunday of the month. Arrive at 10:30 a.m. in the choir room, ready, and dressed in a white button down shirt or blouse, navy blue skirt or pants, and black close toe shoes.
40th Day memorial for Nicolas Youssef Saikaly (June 4, 2019).
12:15 p.m. Summer Hymn Camp. Grades 1-8.
12:15 p.m.-1:15 p.m. Youth Ministry spiritual discussion for all in grades 9-12.
1:30 p.m. Theosis Meeting in Conference Room. Adult members of Cross Church are invited to learn more about their Eastern Byzantine tradition by attending our monthly meetings to discuss how Scripture and Christ’s teachings show us how God became man in order so that man can become God-like. Anyone seeking more information can contact - Mark Bergeron at (714) 307-2196.
2:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. House blessings.

5:45 p.m. Music practice in the hall.
6:30 p.m. Divine Liturgy. The Melkite Eastern Catholic Community at Saint Kilian’s Roman Catholic Church. 26872 Estanciero Drive, Mission Viejo, CA 92691.

Wednesday, July 24.
2:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m. House blessings.

Thursday, July 25.
2:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m. House blessings.

Friday, July 26.
2:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m. House blessings.

Saturday, July 27.
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Isaiah House (316 South Cypress Avenue, Santa Ana): Set up, serve meals, visit with the women, and clean up.

4:30 p.m. Confession.
5:00 p.m. Vespers (Evening prayer).

Sunday, July 28.
9:45 a.m. Orthros (Morning prayer).
9:55 a.m.-10:45 a.m. Choir practice.
11:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy.
12:15 p.m. Summer Hymn Camp. Grades 1-8.
12:15 p.m.-1:15 p.m. Youth Ministry spiritual discussion for all in grades 9-12.
2:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m. House blessings.

9:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m. Blood Drive at St. John Maron Church sponsored by St. John Maron’s Women’s Society at 300 S. Flower St. Orange, CA. 92868. Sign up on line at www.redcrossblood.org - sponsor code: stjohnmaron. For further information, contact St. John Maron Catholic Church.

Tuesday, July 30.
U.N. sponsored World Day against Trafficking in Persons. For further information visit: un.org/en/events/humantrafficking/resources.shtml

Wednesday, July 31.
2:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. House blessings.

7:00 p.m. Paraclisis (prayer of supplication) in preparation for the Feast of the Dormition of the Mother of God.

Friday, August 2.
2:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. House blessings.
7:00 p.m. Paraclisis (prayer of supplication) in preparation for the Feast of the Dormition of the Mother of God.

Saturday, August 3.
4:30 p.m. Prayer service for the health and safety of our parishioners. Please let Deacon Elias know about any special prayer intentions you have for those who are currently in need of special prayers or have special intentions.
5:00 p.m. Divine Liturgy in Arabic.

Sunday, August 4.
On the first Sunday of each month, you may use your building fund envelope (or a specially marked envelope) and deposit it in the regular collection. Thank you for your continued generosity as we move closer to our parish goal of a new hall and church building.
9:45 a.m. Orthros (Morning prayer).
9:55 a.m.-10:45 a.m. Choir practice.
11:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy in English.
12:15 p.m. Summer Hymn Camp. Grades 1-8.
12:15 p.m.-1:15 p.m. Youth Ministry spiritual discussion for all in grades 9-12.
12:15-1:30 p.m. Young Adults Group for ages 21-35.

Monday, August 5.
7:00 p.m. Paraclisis (prayer of supplication) in preparation for the Feast of the Dormition of the Mother of God.

Wednesday, August 7.
2:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m. House blessings.
7:00 p.m. Paraclisis (prayer of supplication) in preparation for the Feast of the Dormition of the Mother of God.

Thursday, August 8-11. Youth Retreat at Celebrity Ranch (Hemet, CA).

Friday, August 9.
7:00 p.m. Paraclisis (prayer of supplication) in preparation for the Feast of the Dormition of the Mother of God.

Saturday, August 10.
4:30 p.m. Confession.
5:00 p.m. Vespers (Evening prayer).

Sunday, August 11.
9:45 a.m. Orthros (Morning prayer).
9:55 a.m.-10:45 a.m. Choir practice.
11:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy.
12:15 p.m. Summer Hymn Camp. Grades 1-8.
12:15 p.m.-1:15 p.m. Youth Ministry spiritual discussion for all in grades 9-12.

2:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. House blessings.
5:45 p.m. Music practice in the hall.
6:30 p.m. Divine Liturgy. The Melkite Eastern Catholic Community at Saint Kilian’s Roman Catholic Church. 26872 Estanciero Drive, Mission Viejo, CA 92691.

Monday, August 12.
7:00 p.m. Paraclisis (prayer of supplication) in preparation for the Feast of the Dormition of the Mother of God.

Wednesday, August 14.
2:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. House blessings.
7:00 p.m. Divine Liturgy for the Feast of the Dormition of the Mother of God.

Saturday, August 17.
No Confessions today.
5:00 p.m. Vespers (Evening prayer).

Sunday, August 18.
9:45 a.m. Orthros (Morning prayer).
9:55 a.m.-10:45 a.m. Choir practice.
11:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy led by Holy Cross Church Children’s choir on third Sunday of the month. Arrive at 10:30 a.m. in the choir room, ready, and dressed in a white button down shirt or blouse, navy blue skirt or pants, and black close toe shoes.
12:15 p.m. Summer Hymn Camp. Grades 1-8.
12:15 p.m.-1:15 p.m. Youth Ministry spiritual discussion for all in grades 9-12.
1:30 p.m. Theosis Meeting in Conference Room. Adult members of Cross Church are invited to learn more about their Eastern Byzantine tradition by attending our monthly meetings to discuss how Scripture and Christ’s teachings show us how God became man in order so that man can become God-like. Anyone seeking more information can contact - Mark Bergeron at (714) 307-2196.
2:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m. House blessings.

Saturday, August 24.
4:30 p.m. Confession.
5:00 p.m. Vespers (Evening prayer).

Sunday, August 25.
9:45 a.m. Orthros (Morning prayer).
9:55 a.m.-10:45 a.m. Choir practice.
11:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy.
12:15 p.m. Summer Hymn Camp (Concert). Grades 1-8.
12:15 p.m.-1:15 p.m. Youth Ministry spiritual discussion for all in grades 9-12.

Saturday, August 31.
3:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. Prepare meal in the Holy Cross Hall Kitchen for Isaiah House Catholic Worker’s Women’s shelter.
4:30 p.m. Carpool to Isaiah House (316 South Cypress Avenue, Santa Ana. http://occatholicworker.org).
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Set up, serve meals, visit with the women, and clean up.

5:00 p.m. Divine Liturgy in Arabic.

Readings for Sunday, July 14, 2019.
Prokimenon (Tone 8)
Be glad in the Lord, and rejoice, you just; exult, all you upright of heart.
Stichon: Happy are those whose faults are taken away, and whose sins are covered.

A Reading from the Epistle of St. Paul to Titus (3:8-15).
My son Titus, this saying is true, and in this matter I want to insist that those who believe in God be careful to excel in good works; these are good and useful to people. But avoid foolish controversies and geneallgies and quarrels, and disputes about the Law, for they are useless and futile.
Avoid a factious man after warning him one or twice, knowing that such a man is perverted and sins, since he is condemning himself.
When I send Artemas or Tychicus to you, make every effort to meet me at Nicopolis, for I have decided to spend the winter there. Help Zenas the lawyer and Apolos on their way, taking care that they lack nothing. And let our people also learn to excel in good works, in order to help cases of urgent need so that they may not be unfruitful. All my companions greet you. Greet those who love us in the faith. The grace of God be with all of you. Amen.

ALLELUIA (Tone 4)
0 God, our ears have heard, our fathers have declared to us the deeds you did in their days, in the days of old.
Stichon: For you saved us from those who afflicted us and have put to shame those who hated us.

The Holy Gospel According to St. Matthew the Evangelist 5:14-19.
The Lord said to his disciples, “You are the light of the world. A city set on a mountain cannot be hidden. Neither do men light a lamp and put it under a bushel, but upon the lamp-stand, so as to give light to all in the house. Even so let your light shine before men, in order that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven. Do not think I have come to destroy the Law or the Prophets. I have not come to destroy, but to fulfill. For amen I say to you, till heaven and earth pass away, not one letter or one stroke shall be lost from the Law till all things have been accomplished. Therefore whoever does away with one of these least commandments, and so teaches men, shall be called least in the kingdom of heaven; but whoever carries them out and teaches them, he shall be called great in the kingdom of heaven.”

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Holy Cross Melkite Catholic Church.
451 West Madison Avenue, Placentia, CA 92870-4537
Telephone: (714) 985-1710.
E-mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Parish Web site: HolyCrossMelkite.org
Facebook Page: Facebook.com/HolyCrossMelkite
YouTube Page: Youtube.com/HolyCrossMelkite
Twitter: https://twitter.com/HCMelkite

Pastor: Father François Beyrouti.
Electronic mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. - Cellular phone: (714) 914-1710

Pastoral Associate: Deacon Elias Kashou.
Office Manager: Tony Helo.
Parish Hall Rentals: Hala Nakhoul (714) 920-6180.
Choir Directors: Reader Saad Tashman and Lupe Ojeda.
Sunday School / Eastern Christian Formation Program: Every Sunday after the Divine Liturgy from September-May. Pre-School to Grade 8.
Our Lady’s Society: Iman Lutfi (714) 595-7999.

LITURGICAL SCHEDULE
SATURDAY: 4:30 p.m. Confession. 5:00 p.m. Vespers (Evening prayer).
SUNDAY: 9:45 p.m. Orthros (Morning prayer). 11:00 a.m. The Divine Liturgy.

ARABIC DIVINE LITURGY: 5:00 p.m. Saturday before the first Sunday of the month. In 2019: August 3, August 31, October 5, November 2, November 30.

ENGLISH DIVINE LITURGY: 11:00 a.m. First Sunday of the month. In 2019: August 4, September 1, October 6, November 3, December 1.

HOLY DAYS AND WEEKDAYS: Please check the bulletin.

THE HOLY MYSTERIES
MYSTERIES OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION: The three Mysteries of Baptism, Chrismation and Holy Eucharist are always celebrated together in one ceremony. One month notice is required and one baptismal preparation meeting is required with the priest.
MYSTERY OF HOLY CROWNING: Six month notice, an initial meeting with the priest, marriage preparation sessions, and a wedding license are required. You must be an active member of the parish.
MYSTERY OF HOLY CONFESSION: Saturday at 4:30 p.m.
MYSTERY OF HOLY ANOINTING: Available for anyone who is ill.
PLEASE NOTE: There is no charge for the celebration of the Sacramental Mysteries, however, it is appropriate to offer a gift of thanksgiving. Therefore the Parish Advisory Council suggests an offering of $200 for Baptisms; $500 for Weddings; $300 for Funerals; and $100 for a Memorial Service.

HALL RENTAL POLICY.
MERCY-MEAL ON THE DAY OF THE FUNERAL, MERCY-MEAL FOR THE 40th DAY OR OTHER MEMORIALS: $200.00 for registered parishioners of Holy Cross Church who regularly use donation envelopes.
A PARTY WITH MUSIC, FOOD, AND DRINKS (up to 5 hours of use): $400.00 for parishioners + $100 insurance payable to the diocese. $500.00 for non-parishioners + $100 insurance payable to the diocese.
DAMAGE/CLEANING DEPOSIT: $200.00. Refundable if the hall is left in the condition it was given to you.
SECURITY FEE: $150 charge will be added to cover security for 5 hours.
A MEETING (Use of the chairs and tables only. No use of the kitchen, oven, or refrigerator). $75 / hour for parishioners. $100 for non-parishioners.
ADDITIONAL CHARGE FOR A RENTAL OVER 5 HOURS: $100 / hour.