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Message from our Visitation Pastor

May 31st, 2014

It is with great sadness that Carol and I announce that we will be leaving our beloved Holy Cross congregation at some time in the next few weeks. We have put our home in Elma up for sale and will be moving to a retirement community in Florida, called The Villages. We want to downsize,… Read More


Habitat Buffalo Update & Golf Tournament

May 31st, 2014

Thank you for your April benevolence gift of $230.  Habitat puts faith and love into action to make them real and come alive for people who become homeowners, who volunteer, who donate, and who watch.  This means that the nail be hit on the head until the house is built, and the family moves in  Your… Read More


Kingdom Bound 2014!

May 31st, 2014

Kingdom Bound 2014! Save the date: Monday, August 4. We will have lunch at Holy Cross following VBS that morning, and then we will caravan to Darien Lake. Main stage that evening includes For King & Country, speaker Nick Vujicic, and Skillet!!! Your cost is only $30 per ticket plus park food. Holy Cross will cover… Read More


Welcome to the new website

April 30th, 2014

Holy Cross Friends and Family, We realize this new website is a long time coming and we want to thank you for your patience and understanding while we were setting it up. This site will continue to evolve and change as we have time to make improvements, but for now we hope it accurately portrays… Read More


Letter from Pastor Randy

April 30th, 2014

Family and Friends of Holy Cross, As we continue in the joy of our risen Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, we have even more to celebrate at Holy Cross! On Sunday, May 4th we have one confirmand who will be receiving first communion! Adam Pionessa We not only celebrate Adam’s presence at Holy Cross, but… Read More


2014 VBS Slated for August 4–8

April 30th, 2014

Vacation Bible School Get ready for an outdoor adventure that starts in your own backyard and gets bigger each day as kids take the love of Jesus into their homes, neighborhoods, and communities! This year’s VBS will transport kids to a fun-filled world where they will learn to serve through life-changing worship, missions, and Bible… Read More


Living Lord’s Supper Recap

April 30th, 2014

First row, left to right:  Francis Cote (Simon Peter), Duane Conners (Judas), Kenny Grek (John), Pastor Randy (Jesus), Sam Gugliuzza (Thomas), Peter Olsen (James), Blake Graham (Philip), Back row, left to right: Ken Handley (James, the Lesser), Tom Marzano (Andrew), Scott Brooks (Bartholomew), Bob Diem (Matthew), Kevin Maunz (Thaddaeus), Pastor Bob Knepel (Simon the Zealot) On… Read More


Hearts for the Homeless Collection

April 24th, 2014

A huge thank you to all who donated food/drink items to Hearts for the Homeless. We were able to put together a very sizable amount of items in a very short time. Please keep recycling and remember to drop things off at the big yellow bin in our parking lot. They will even accept items that are ripped,… Read More


Dream Fund Update

April 24th, 2014

We give God the glory that our Dream Fund continues to grow. Miles are made one step at a time. Since its inception with $10.00 in June 2011, this fund now stands at $24,500!!! The Family Center will provide additional space for worship, Sunday school, VBS, banquets, youth/family/senior recreation opportunities for the Clarence Community, etc…. Read More


Care-Ring Circle

December 7th, 2013

Doreen Borschel is again updating the Care-Ring Circle list of names. This group is activated when needed for shut-ins, recent hospital returnees, new babies, etc., especially to prepare meals to give families a hand when needed. No need to re-sign if you already are a member, but I’d appreciate a call from those who wish… Read More