THIS EASTER SEASON, EXPLORE HOLY CROSS CEMETERY'S NEW MAUSOLEUMS, AND LOCK IN 2025 PRICING BEFORE APRIL 13

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Apr 03, 2026, 06:10 ET

A Free Open House Weekend on April 11 and 12 Offers a Sacred Setting, Meaningful Savings, and a Message of Hope Rooted in the Resurrection

NORTH ARLINGTON, N.J., April 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- This Easter season, as Catholics prepare to celebrate the Resurrection of Jesus Christ, Holy Cross Cemetery & Mausoleum in North Arlington is reminding families that our faith calls us to honor the bodies of those we love, and to plan wisely for the journey ahead.

Father Michael Barone, Chaplain of Holy Cross Cemetery & Mausoleum, offers a warm, pastoral look at the spiritual and practical benefits of pre-planning from a Catholic perspective. Drawing on Scripture, Church teaching, and his ministry to grieving families, Fr. Barone addresses the questions Catholic families ask most — and explains why planning ahead is an act of love.
Watch the entire series on our website: https://rcancem.org/pre-plan — Father Michael Barone, Chaplain of Holy Cross Cemetery & Mausoleum, offers a warm, pastoral look at the spiritual and practical benefits of pre-planning from a Catholic perspective. Drawing on Scripture, Church teaching, and his ministry to grieving families, Fr. Barone addresses the questions Catholic families ask most — and explains why planning ahead is an act of love. Watch the entire series on our website: https://rcancem.org/pre-plan

Book now! The Mausoleum of the Chapel of Our Lady
Currently under construction and available for early selection, this elegant interior space will feature first-rate chapel interior spaces, stunning stained glass, a unique mosaic inspired by the Assumption of Mary, and two impressive glass-and-light cremation chapels.
Learn more during the open house on April 11 and 12 at the Holy Cross Cemetery and Mausoleum, North Arlington, Bergen County, New Jersey. — Book now! The Mausoleum of the Chapel of Our Lady Currently under construction and available for early selection, this elegant interior space will feature first-rate chapel interior spaces, stunning stained glass, a unique mosaic inspired by the Assumption of Mary, and two impressive glass-and-light cremation chapels. Learn more during the open house on April 11 and 12 at the Holy Cross Cemetery and Mausoleum, North Arlington, Bergen County, New Jersey.

Our new stunning Open-Air Mausoleum of the Holy Spirit, which is now open, features elegant glass skylights allowing natural light, stunning liturgical artwork and mosaics, and cremation niches in a peaceful setting. Speak to one of our caring Memorial Planning Advisors because our original mausoleum is almost full and this new addition offers affordable options in a peaceful and dignified space.

Holy Cross will host a free Open House Weekend on Saturday and Sunday, April 11 and 12, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Families are invited to tour two newly developed mausoleums, meet with Memorial Planning Advisors, and lock in 2025 pricing before a scheduled increase on April 13, a meaningful chance to plan ahead with peace of mind.

Two Extraordinary Mausoleums. One Weekend to See Both.

The newly opened Mausoleum of the Holy Spirit features natural light, open-air elegance, and skylights, offering some of the ministry's most affordable pre-planning options. Opening soon, the Chapel Mausoleum of Our Lady is a premium indoor sanctuary with stained-glass windows and a mosaic inspired by the Assumption of Mary, open for early exploration this weekend. Families should note: the original mausoleum is now 96% full, and options are narrowing. RSVP now at rcancem.org/open-house/holy-cross.

Guidance for Every Family, at Every Stage

For families who feel uncertain or unprepared, Holy Cross offers a powerful resource: a pre-planning video series hosted by Father Barone, Chaplain of Holy Cross Cemetery, available now at rcancem.org/pre-plan. With warmth and pastoral care, Fr. Barone walks families through the memorialization process, answering the questions many hesitate to ask.

"There is no greater gift you can give your family than peace of mind," said Rev. Michael Barone. "Planning ahead isn't about dwelling on loss. It's about protecting the ones you love."

The newly redesigned rcancem.org showcases all eight cemetery locations with drone photography and video, along with guides, resources, and a full overview of products and services. Available 24/7, Gabriel, the Virtual Angel Assistant, is ready to answer questions and connect families with a Memorial Planning Advisor or the right team member, typically within minutes.

RSVP for the Open House at rcancem.org/open-house/holy-cross. Watch Fr. Barone's pre-planning video series at rcancem.org/pre-plan.

Holy Cross Cemetery & Mausoleum is located at 340 Ridge Road, North Arlington, N.J., and is part of Catholic Cemeteries of the Archdiocese of Newark.

SOURCE Catholic Cemeteries of the Archdiocese of Newark