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NEWS & EVENTS
Please pray for the soul of Miriam Spohn, who recently passed.
Lenten Penance Service at Holy Spirit Church
Monday, April 7, at 7pm
FISH FRY 2025:
To view our Fish Fry menu, order online, and/or to volunteer go to our Fish Fry webpage by clicking on the link:https://holyspiritpalmyra.com/fish-fry/.
PREP REGISTRATION FORMS AVAILABLE: Deadline to register is May 31.
Registration for the 2025—26 PREP year has begun. Registration forms and information has been sent home with the students attending in-person and are available near the bulletin board in the east end entrance hallway. If your child is currently not registered in our program, please come by the office to complete a registration form, or print the forms out at home by using the pdfs: 2025-26 PREP Registration Form 1 and 2025-26 Med Information Form.
PREP CLASSES DATES AND BULLETIN UPDATE ON INCORRECT DATE:
Our final PREP class for grades 1st—6th (except 2nd grade) is Sunday, April 6. Blessings and thanks be to God for our wonderful Catechists, staff, and volunteers for their devotion and dedication to the passing on of our Catholic Faith to the next generation. CGS & 2nd grade will have their final class on Sunday, April 27. In the bulletin for March 30, 2025 you will see an error. 7th & 8th grades do not have their final class on April 27, their final class will be on March 30, 2025. The 7th Grade Retreat will be on Saturday, April 5, from 9:45am-3:00pm at Camp Rocky Creek.
MINISTRY LIAISON/ PREP SECRETARY POSITIONS:
We are looking for devoted volunteers who are willing to give some time to this position. This position works closely with the leads of the parish ministries, as well as with the PREP coordinators. Other duties include office secretarial work, parish registration, communication with the ministries, and sacramental records. If interested in volunteering, please email pastor@hspalmyra.com.
EASTER FLOWER MEMORIALS: Due by Sunday, April 6, at 12noon.
If you would like to memorialize a loved one at Easter, please complete the form, attach your payment, and drop if off at our parish office or in the collection basket. The memorial forms are available on the narthex table or view and print the form here: Flower_Memorial_Form2025.
PARISH COUNCIL NOMINATION 2025: Deadline is Sunday, April 6.
Parish Council nominations will be held from Sunday, March 16 – Sunday, April 6. To nominate yourself or someone else for Council please fill out the form located here: PC-Solicitation-Form2025, or on the narthex table. Nominations must be submitted to parishcouncil@hspalmyra.com on later then April 6.
DIOCESAN ANNUAL CAMPAIGN 2025:
For information regarding the Diocesan Annual Campaign (DAC) and how some of these funds are used throughout the Diocese, please click here. You can send your donation directly to the diocese or make an online donation here. Under parish name, select Church of the Holy Spirit Parish. Or use the QR code below. This year’s goal is $118,700.55. Bishop’s Feb appeal letter DAC
LOURDESHOUSE MATERNITY HOME BABY SHOWER COLLECTION: Tags will be available on March 23, Narthex table, deadline is April 6.
Babies are on the way, and we want to give them and their moms-to-ne 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 expectant mother 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, books, etc. The WMN Ministry will have the tags with the needed items written on them available the weekend of March 22/23 in the narthex. Simply pick up a tags, purchase the item, and return the wrapped gift with the tag attached by Sunday, April 6. Please contact Ann Donnelly at WMN@hspalmyra.com if you have any questions. Please view our webpage: https://holyspiritpalmyra.com/wmn/ for more information on the Lourdsehouse and their organization.
EASTER EGG HUNT: Saturday, April 12, 11am, at Holy Spirit Church.
The Knights of Columbus will sponsor their annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 12, at 11am. Rain or shine! All children 12 years old and under are welcome to participate. There will be a coloring contest, punch & cookies and a visit from the Easter Bunny! Please join us for this event as we celebrate the Easter season.
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: Opportunity ends April 19.
The Knights of Columbus have several scholarships available (presented by Council #10502 and Assembly #973). Eligible only for high school seniors who meet the requirements. See hskofc10502.org for more information and to submit your application. Deadline is April 19.
HERSHEYPARK DISCOUNT TICKET OFFER!: Offer ends April 25, 2025.
Discount tickets to Hersheypark are available. Gate admission for Regular is $90.80; our price is $44.95 (ALL ages 3+) valid until January 4, 2026. You can add-on: Hersheypark Single Use Meal Deal Tickets for $19.06 each, and/or a Parking Pass for $26.00 pre-ordered or pay $35.00 onsite. Tickets purchased in 2025 are valid for any 1 public operating day throughout the 2025 calendar year, but will not be valid past their expiration date. Refunds, extensions or upgrades will not be offered. Orders must be received at the parish by Friday, April 25, 2025. Parishes will receive tickets on or before the week of May 19, 2025. Forms available on the narthex table or view them using the link: Hersheypark Discount Tickets form 2025. Checks are payable to Holy Spirit Catholic Church.
EMHC MANDATED TRAINING: Thursday, May 1, at 7pm, Holy Spirit Church.
The Diocese of Harrisburg requires all Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion to attend a Mandated Diocesan Training. Attendance is required to continue serving in this ministry whether, distributing Holy Communion at the Church, bringing the Eucharist to the homebound/nursing homes, or if you are wishing to become part of this ministry. If you already have a Mandate, you are not required to attend the training. You must register at the following link: https://hbgdiocese.formstack.com/forms/extraordinary_minister_training. The Parish will cover the cost of the training. For any questions or for more information, contact Deacon Jorge at deacon@hspalmyra.com. Registration deadline is April 27.
SPAGHETTI DINNER: Saturday, May 3, 3:30pm-7pm in the Social Hall.
Please join us for a delicious Spaghetti Dinner sponsored by the Knights of Columbus! Your $12 donation includes spaghetti with meatballs, salad, Italian bread, soda, or water. Take-outs, online ordering, and walk-ins are all available. The dinner benefits charities in our community.
SURRENDERING THE SECRET AT MORNING STAR PREGNANCY CENTER:
Many women who have experienced abortion(s) hide the secret deep in their hearts and suffer in silence. For years women may struggle with guilt, shame, anger and depression. The Surrendering the Secret 8-week Bible study enables women to release these burdens and find healing through God’s Word in a caring, compassionate, and confidential environment. Spring and fall groups are available. To join and/or for more information, please call Morning Star at 717-403-6330, or email STS@morningstarclinics.com. All inquiries are confidential.
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 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!