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Deacon Richard Blake Funeral Mass

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With deep sorrow and in the hope of the Resurrection, we share the news that Deacon Richard Blake passed away over the weekend. Deacon Blake faithfully served our Holy Cross parish community for many years, offering his ministry with humility and devotion.

The Funeral Mass for Deacon Blake will be celebrated on Thursday, July 3rd at 10:00 a.m.

Let us join together in prayer for the repose of his soul and for the comfort of his family. Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him.

His obituary can be viewed here: https://www.strunkfuneralhome.com/obituary/deacon-richard-blake

Habemus Papam!

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Bishop Barbarito’s Statement On the Election of Pope Leo XIV

by Most Reverend Gerald M. Barbarito

On his passing, I reflected upon our beloved Pope Francis as a Pope of surprises in so many ways, and in continuing with that I can honestly say that Pope Leo XIV is a Pope of surprises as well.

With so many others, I was convinced that the choice of a Pope from the United States would be most unlikely, but it seems that Pope Francis, from heaven, has given us another surprise. I am delighted by the choice of this man, who possesses so many spiritual gifts, pastoral competency, and linguistic talents.

Pope Leo XIV is an Augustinian priest who spent much of his ministry as a missionary in Peru. He has worked in the Vatican for a number of years and is a true man of the Church in every way. A Pope is chosen by the Holy Spirit, and the office that he holds has nothing to do with his nationality or country of origin. He is a Pope for all Catholics all over the world.

There is no question that Pope Leo XIV will serve with the same zeal, effectiveness, and holiness that so many of our recent extraordinary Popes exhibited within our times. We join in fervent prayer for Pope Leo XIV as he undertakes his new ministry of unity for the Church.

Fr. Danny Murphy 1944-2024 Memorial Mass

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It is with profound sorrow and reverence that we announce the passing of our beloved Fr. Danny Murphy. Fr. Danny was called to eternal rest in the late afternoon of December 12, 2024. We are deeply grateful for the many years of faithful service he gave to Holy Cross Catholic Church, and his loss will be deeply felt by all who knew him.

In keeping with Fr. Danny’s wishes, his funeral Mass was celebrated in his native New York.

His memorial Mass here at Holy Cross Catholic Church was delayed due to the damage the Church sustained from the Hurricane Milton tornado, however, it is now scheduled for Monday, March 24, 2025 at 5:30 p.m.

This Mass will be live-streamed. Check back here for the livestream link.

A reception will take place afterward in the Parish Hall, offering a chance to celebrate Fr. Danny with refreshments, food, and fellowship.

We hope that all parishioners are able to attend.

Fr. Danny’s full obituary and New York Service dates can be found by clicking this link

Let us hold Fr. Danny in our prayers, entrusting him to the mercy and peace of our loving God. May his soul rest in the eternal light of Christ.

Hurricane Damage at Holy Cross Catholic Church

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Please click the link for an update from Fr. Tom and Fr. Serge regarding that status of  Holy Cross Catholic Church post Hurricane Milton: https://conta.cc/3BxbUNb 

Saturday-10/12/2024 Update https://conta.cc/3Y4jM0v
Sunday-10/13/2024 Update https://conta.cc/3Y84dVo  
Monday-10/14/2024 https://conta.cc/3YlBhL1
Tuesday-10/15/2024 https://conta.cc/4f1orXN  
Wednesday-10/16/2024 https://conta.cc/3YbYii4 
Thursday-10/17/2024 https://conta.cc/3UeSzqK
Friday-10/18/2024 https://conta.cc/3NwnLOh

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