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“To seek to know the love of God revealed in Jesus Christ; to celebrate together as a Catholic family of faith; and to share our gifts and talents in loving service to others.”
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NEWS & EVENTS
Stations of the Cross will be held every Friday of Lent and Good Friday
We invite you to deepen your Lenten journey through the Stations of the Cross. By meditating on these fourteen stations, we enter into the Passion of Christ and find strength for our own daily crosses. 7:10pm in the Main Church—March 6, 13, 20, 27 and at 7pm on Good Friday.
Weekly Confession Schedule
Saturday 3pm – 3:45pm and Wednesday 4:30pm – 5:30pm
Lent Confession Services
St. Cecilia’s: Sunday, March 8 at 2pm
St. Benedict’s: Sunday, March 15 at 3pm
Holy Spirit Church: Monday, March 16 at 7pm
St. Paul the Apostle: Thursday, March 19 at 7pm
St. Joan of Arc: Sunday, March 22 at 7pm
Mass Schedule Change March 25/26:
Please note the following Mass change for Wednesday, March 25. Mass will not be held at 6pm on March 25, due to Confirmation at St. Paul’s in Annville. Mass for Thursday, March 26 will not be held at 9am, but will be held at 6pm. This is the evening OCIA participants will receive the presentation of the Lord’s prayer.
Nourish Your Spirit on FORMED
Father Metzgar suggested a good preparation program to reference “How to Lent” is offered on Formed.org. Here are instructions on how to access it. (1) Go to Formed.org and choose I BELONG TO A PARISH OR ORGANIZATION (2) Then choose, FIND YOUR PARISH – type in Holy Spirit Palmyra (3) Then click next and enter your name and email address (4) Click sign-up. Enjoy the many FREE resources available there.
Easter Flower Offerings
Easter Flower Offering forms are available on the narthex table. If you would like to honor or memorialize a loved one at Easter, please complete the form, attach your payment, and drop it off at our parish office or in the collection basket. The due date is Sunday, March 22. Email church@hspalmyra.com with any questions.
Easter Egg Hunt
The Knights of Columbus will sponsor their annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 28, at 11am. All children 12 years old and under are welcome to participate. Bring your favorite basket and come join us for a morning of fun! Meet in the Social Hall.
Palm Sunday Seder Meal
Please join us as we celebrate a Passover Ceremony on Palm Sunday, March 29 at 6pm in Agape Hall. This meal recalls the ancient liturgical practice of the Israelites that commemorates their escape from Egypt. This is the same meal Jesus celebrated when He gave Himself to us in the Eucharist as our Pascal Lamb. Please sign up in the Narthex and bring your own silverware to the meal.
Fish Fry 2026! 
Come Join us for our Annual Lenten Fish Fry 2026! Dates are: Fridays Feb 20, 27, Mar 6, 13, 20, 27 – from 3pm – 7pm. The menu will feature North Atlantic Haddock (Baked or Fried), Crab Cakes, Shrimp, Clam Strips, Perogies, Soup, and Mac-N-Cheese. Dine-in, To-go, and on-line Curb Side To Go will be available. On line orders can be made here: https://holyspiritfishfry.square.site/
We need lots of help to make this great event happen at our parish. Please visit the church’s website and look for the following link on the main page to volunteer: https://www.signupgenius.com/Go/60b0c4eada629a3fa7-56825818-fish#/. You can also send an email to our fish fry captain at fishfry@Hspalmyra.com .
Thanks again for your support. We are looking forward to another wonderful fish fry.
The church office follows the Palmyra School District cancellation and delays.
The Inclement weather policy for Holy Spirit Church is here: ***
When coming to Holy Spirit during or after wintry weather, please remember that the parking lots and sidewalks may not be clear (current windy conditions are causing drifting over previously cleared areas) which can pose an increased potential for slips and trips, especially for those with mobility challenges.
Please exercise prudence and consider your own safety and that of others before traveling to the church.
Holy Spirit Parish Events and News:
Tax Statements 2025
2025 Contribution Statements have been sent for requests made through 02/02/26. If you would like to receive your contribution statement and have not received one, please email Melissa at manager@hspalmyra.com to request it. For those that contribute through Parish Giving, please note that you will receive a statement direct from Parish Giving for donations made through their system – these will NOT include any donations made to the parish directly. Statements issued from the Holy Spirit Office will include both on-line and envelope contributions.
The Diocesan Office for Stewardship and Development will be e-mailing 2025 tax statements to any donor with an email address on file with the Diocese. The statement will only reflect gifts given to the Diocese such as the Annual Campaign or in response to a direct mail letter. If you wish to receive a statement mailed to your home address and haven’t previously requested to receive one, contact the Development Office at 717-657-4804 x 336 and it will be mailed to your home.
Parish Council Nominations 2026
Parish Council nominations will be held from February 1 through March 22. To nominate yourself or someone else for the council, go to our parish website under “Forms/Schedules” or pick up a copy of the nomination form on the narthex table. Please email your completed form to parishcouncil@hspalmyra.com, drop it off at the parish office, or place it in the collection basket by March 22.
KofC Scholarship Opportunities
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 www.hskofc10502.org for more information and to submit your application. The deadline is March 31.
Prayer Intentions for Parishioners’ Relatives Serving in the Armed Forces 
Parishioners who wish to request prayer intentions for their relatives currently serving in all our Armed Forces are invited to email names to church@hspalmyra.com. We are compiling a list to share in future bulletins and on our website. We thank you for your dedication, service, bravery and sacrifice in serving our Country.
Fraternitas Crucis – Brotherhood of the Cross
Adult Faith Formation Needs You!
Do you have a heart for Scripture and a desire to help others grow in faith? Adult Faith Formation is looking for volunteers to help lead small group Bible studies and Church teachings. No experience needed, materials and support provided, flexible scheduling. Say “yes” to making a difference. Contact faithstudy@hspalmyra.com or the parish office to learn more.
Once again you can purchase an ornament of Holy Spirit’s beautiful stained glass window, Dove of the Holy Spirit! This ornament is the original in what we hope will be a series of ornaments reflecting the beautiful stained glass windows of the Holy Spirit Church. Please stop by the office to purchase the Dove of the Holy Spirit ornament or complete the order form. The cost is $30/ornament. We accept cash or checks. Please make checks payable to Holy Spirit. Drop off your form with payment attached in the collection basket or at our Parish Office during normal business hours.
Surrounding Parish Events and News:
SJA Lenten Retreat with Father Key
St. Joan of Arc’s CCW Group will host a Retreat at St. Joan of Arc on March 7. The program will begin with Mass at 9am (Confession will be offered starting at 8am). The rosary will be prayed, followed by a brunch in the Social Hall. Father Key will present on an ancient form of prayer Lectio Divina, or divine reading. Registration is $10. Sign up at www.stjoanhershey.org/ccw-event-detail.html by February 26.
Seven Sorrows Easter Candy Sale
Seven Sorrows in Middletown is again selling melt-in-your-mouth candy eggs through Easter (or as long as supplies last). Visit: https://www.ssbvm.org/eggs for all the details!
The Italian Mass for the Feast of St. Joseph will be celebrated on Sunday, March 22, at 1:30 p.m. at St. Joan of Arc Church, Hershey. Father Joshua Brommer and Father Matthew Morelli will concelebrate. Through the generosity of the Collura and Manzella families, a traditional St. Joseph Altar will be created in the social hall where the Italian Apostolate Ministry Committee will provide a dinner and reception after Mass.
A Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat for healing from an abortion will take place April 17-19 in Washington, N.J. If you were pressured into an abortion, unable to prevent a family member from having one, or part of the abortion decision, this retreat will help you move beyond guilt, shame or anger. The weekend retreats are designed to help you experience the mercy and compassion of God in a safe, confidential, non-judgmental group environment. To register, or for more information about the ministry reference www.rachelsvineyard.org.
The St Joan of Arc Writer’s Group Ministry invites you to join us!
We all have creative imagination and an instinct for stories whether telling them or hearing them. Creative writing is a great way to share our faith with others and give testimony to what we believe. Jesus used story telling with the parables to teach his many followers! Writing can also be exercise for the brain as well as very healing. Do you have a story to tell? Our writing both religious and non-religious takes many forms such as memoire, devotionals, poetry, lyrics, letter writing, journaling, children’s stories, fiction and non-fiction. We invite you to join us, whether you are a seasoned author or new at writing. We meet the third Monday of every month at 6pm in room 314 of the SJA parish hall (the old school). We start our meetings with a prayer and then share our work with each other allowing time for feedback and fellowship so we can all grow in our writing and our faith. We share some writing tips along the way and prompts if you aren’t sure what to write about. We look forward to having you join us! For more information, contact the parish office at office@stjoanhershey.org
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!