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NEWS & EVENTS
Please pray for the soul of Joseph Butch, who recently passed.
View his obituary here.
PICKLEBALL MINISTRY BEING CONSIDERED: Sunday, April 21, after 11am Mass, Multipurpose Room.
There is a new ministry initiative being considered as an community-centric engagement with young adults, aged 21 – 45. It is a young adult Pickleball League for players of all levels that would be hosted on our parking lot for 4 to 6 week seasons. This Sunday, there is a 30 minute meeting right after the 11:00 Mass. If you would like to come to the meeting to give input or learn more (even if you cannot make the meeting), please contact Tom Sonni by text at (443) 631-2558 or email tsonni@greatermission.com.
DECLARATION “DIGNITAS INFINITA” ON HUMAN DIGNITY: To learn more about the Catholic doctrine that outlines the importance of human dignity please click on Dignitas Infinita Document.
DAC (DIOCESAN ANNUAL CAMPAIGN) 2024: Click here to contribute to and support more than 90 ministries and programs throughout the 15 counties of the Diocese of Harrisburg.
LOURDESHOUSE MATERNITY HOME BABY SHOWER: April 6- April 14.
Babies are on the way, and we want to give them and their moms-to-be a happy, healthy start. Women’s Ministry Network has been working with Catholic Charities’ Lourdeshouse Maternity Services to organize and have a baby shower for 8 expectant mothers currently under their care, and it’s just around the corner! Lourdeshouse has collected needs lists from the women with items including: diapers, wipes, onesies and other clothing, bottles, strollers, car seats, books, etc. We will have tags with the needed items written on them available April 6-14 in the narthex. Simply pick up a tag, purchase the item and return the wrapped gift with the tag attached by April 21. Please contact Ann Donnelly at WMN@hspalmyra.com if you have any questions. For more information on Lourdeshouse click here.
MEN’S CONFERENCE: ST. JOSEPH (THE CARPENTER’S TABLE): Saturday, April 20, 2024, 7:30am- 3:30pm, Diocesan Center.
Nationally known Catholic speaker, best-selling author, and radio host who conveys a message of lasting fulfillment in Jesus Christ. Jon is the author of four books: Mission Of The Family, Your God Is Too Boring, The Art of Getting Over Yourself, And Why You’ll Be Happier When You Do, and Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Holiness. Jon believes that our deepest longing for happiness and wholeness is fulfilled in the encounter with Jesus Christ. Through prayer, the Sacraments, family life, and the help of Mary and the saints, Jon wants to cultivate an intimate relationship with Jesus and help others do the same. Please join the Harrisburg Dioceses for this wonderful opportunity to grow in love with one another and with our Lord. Register for this event at https://www.hbgdiocese.org/event/mens-conference/. Deadline for registration is April 15, 2024.
OUTSIDE STATIONS OF THE CROSS: Wednesday, April 24, 6pm, outside at Holy Spirit Church.
Respect Life Ministry will be praying and meditating using our outside Stations of the Cross. Please feel free to join them, no RSVP needed.
RESPECT LIFE PRESENTATION WITH FATHER BRIAN STRASSBURGER ON THE US-MEXICAN BORDER: Wednesday, April 24, 7pm, St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Mechanicsburg.
The Respect Life Committee at St. Joseph’s Church are inviting you to join them at a firsthand look at current conditions at the border. Fr. Brain Strassburger, S.J. serves migrant families waiting at the border to cross legally into the U.S., undocumented children in the U.S detention centers, and San Felipe de Jesus parish in Brownsvillle, TX. He will be present to partake in conversations and be available to answer any questions that you have at the end of the presentation. For more information or questions, contact Mary Vukelich at communications@stjosephmech.org.
PANCAKE BREAKFAST: Sunday, April 28, 9am- 1pm, Agape Hall.
The Knights of Columbus will sponsor a Pancake Breakfast Social. There will be no charge, and all parishioners and their families are welcome. The menu will include pancakes, sausage, coffee, tea, and juice. We hope you will come out to enjoy a good meal, visit with your fellow parishioners, and make some new friends too.
SPAGHETTI DINNER: Saturday, May 4, 3:30pm-7pm, Agape Hall.
Please join the Knights of Columbus Council 10502 for a Spaghetti Dinner on Saturday, May 4 from 3:30 to 7pm. Meal includes spaghetti with meatballs, salad, Italian bread, and drinks. All proceeds benefit the Caring Cupboard. You can dine- in, order take out or Register online at hskofc10502.org . Any questions, please feel free to contact Art Bond, abond702@comcast.net or 717-383-8583.
BEGINNING EXPERIENCE WEEKEND: Friday-Sunday, May 3-5, Camp Kirchenwald in Lebanon, PA.
Beginning Experience is your Church at work to provide help, healing, and spiritual restoration. The weekend is led by people who have lost a spouse through death or divorce. Each Beginning Experience team is certified by the International Beginning Experience Organization. Please join us for this experience on May 3-5, 2024, at Camp Kirchenwald in Lebanon, PA. Check the Harrisburg Diocesan website for more information http://www.hbgdiocese.org/marriage and click on the “Navigating Difficulties” box or check www.beginningexperience.org. Information can also be obtained by contacting the Harrisburg Beginning Experience team at 717-379-0800 or jpennat_58@comcast.net.
SPIRIT FEST 2024 SAVE THE DATES: Join us the weekend of August 2 & 3, 2024 for more Eats, Treats, & Beats! This year’s featured bands include: Friday, August 2: Mockingbird & Uptown Band & Saturday, August 3: Holly Serio & Clockwork.
ANXIETY THERAPY GROUP: Fridays, July 5, 12, 19, & 26 and August 2 & 9, 1pm – 2:30pm, 934 E. Chocolate Ave., Hershey, PA, for women ages 15-18.
Anxiety has become increasingly prevalent since COVID. If left unchecked, it can become debilitating. Those who have struggled with anxiety often feel alone in their struggle. Some feel discouraged due to believing they will never get better. This psychoeducational support group provides an open space for members to learn, realize they are not along, and obtain hope as no one must stay stuck in anxiety. For more information, questions, and registration, contact Lisa Hilsher at lhilsher@PHAcentralPA.com. Deadline for registration is July 1, 2024.
PRAYER LINE
Are you in need of prayer? Are you lonely or overwhelmed? The National Shrine of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton has a prayer line available with staff who will speak with and pray with you. Your prayer intentions can be placed on the tomb of Mother Seton. Call us toll free at 1-866-202-4934, Monday – Friday, 10am – 5 pm. We are here for you.
AREBA CLUB TRIPS FOR 2024:
The Temptations & The Four Tops: Saturday, May 4 from 4pm- 10:15pm.
Mackinac Island & More: June 2- June 8. Depart on June 2 at 7am and return on June 8 at 7pm.
Eaglemania!: Friday, July 12 from 4:15pm -10:45pm.
King in Concert: Wednesday, August 7 from 8am – 9pm.
Savannah & Barrier Islands: Oct. 27- Nov. 2. Depart on Oct. 27 at 6:30pm and return Nov. 2 at 10:15pm.
Peddler’s Village: Wednesday, November 20 from 7:45am- 7pm.
For more information on these events and their specific information contact Josette Houri at (717) 838-4982.
AREBA CLUB OF ST. JOAN OF ARC, HERSHEY:
The Areba Club is open to adults in the area over 50 year old, regardless of race, ethnicity, or religion. Join us for our meetings held the third Tuesday of the month at 1pm in the SJA Parish Social Hall, 359 W. Areba Avenue, Hershey, PA. For more information, please contact Marge Michalski at 717-838-6415. Areba Club information, including trips, can be found at https://www.stjoanhershey.org/areba-club.html. A schedule and description of their upcoming trips is also posted on Holy Spirit’s bulletin board outside the parish office.
HOLY SPIRIT MAGNETS are available for $5 for your refrigerator and car. Stop by our parish office during regular business hours and help support the Knights of Columbus and our church!