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NEWS & EVENTS
Please pray for the soul of Barbara Musko, who recently passed.
View her obituary here.
Hunt Valley Priest Workshop: No daily Mass at Holy Spirit Church from
Monday, September 30- Friday, October 4.
Saint Cecilia’s Church in Lebanon will be having daily Mass from
September 30- October 4 at 9am.
ROSARY DURING THE MONTH OF OCTOBER: Entire month of October.
The Rosary will be recited 30 minutes before all Masses during the month of October in honor of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
HOLY FAMILY RADIO:
Holy Family Radio, WHYF AM720 is holding their Fall Pledge Drive in October. The theme of the Drive is “Be a Saint.” You may make a pledge to support Holy Family Radio by going to their website: https://www.720whyf.com/ or by calling 717-525-8110. Donations may also be mailed to Holy Family Radio, POB 6028, Lancaster, PA 17607. Support Catholic radio in our area. Be a saint today!
HOLY HOUR OF REPARATION: Friday, October 4, at 7pm.
All are invited to our First Friday devotion in the Main Church. Spend some time with Jesus and offer up your prayers to His Sacred Heart to make reparation for our sins and the sins of the whole world. This month’s theme is the Eucharistic Miracle of Tixtla, MX.
LOURDESHOUSE MATERNITY HOME BABY SHOWER: September 28-October 6.
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 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, books, etc. We will have tags with the needed items written on them available September 28- October 6 in the narthex. Simply pick up a tag, purchase the item and return the wrapped gift with the tag attached by October 9th. Please contact Ann Donnelly at WMN@hspalmyra.com, if you have any questions.
SURVIVORS OF SUICIDE LOSS GROUP: Solanus Casey House, 405 Quaker Dr, York, off Kingston Rd , 8 -weeks video series, starts October 3.
St. Joseph Catholic Church in York, Companions in Hope Ministry will be hosting an 8-week video series, “When A Loved One Dies by Suicide,” produced by Sanctuary Mental Health. There is perhaps nothing more painful than to lose a loved one to suicide. In this group we accompany each other in a setting where free expression of grief is acceptable, confidentiality is observed, compassion, and non- judgmental attitudes prevail as we encounter Divine Mercy. Thursdays October 3 – November 21, from 6:30-8:00pm. No cost. Please register at Companionsinhope@gmail.com, or call Theresa at 717-495-0084.
BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS: Saturday, October 5, at 10am.
Father Dijo will bless your beloved pets at the Blessing of the Animal, in honor of the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi, patron saint of animals and the environment. You may bring your pet on a leach or in a carrier, or bring a picture of your pet if the pet is not able to attend. We will meet at the pavilion, rain or shine.
LEGION OF MARY: October 5 & 6 after all Masses.
In celebration of the Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary, the Legion of Mary will host a table after all Masses. Please come to visit our table and get a rosary, miraculous medal, and holy cards. You can also sign up to host the Pilgrim Virgin of Fatima statue in your home for a week. We believe it will be you inviting the Blessed Virgin Mary into your home. The Legion of Mary meets every Wednesday at 4:30pm in the Blue Room. Please join us. If you have and questions or want to join, call Jim at 717-838-3645.
GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP FALL SERIES: Starts October 7, and runs for 10 weeks.
Losing a loved one can be one of the most difficult experiences we face in life. Holy Spirit Parish is starting their fifth grief support group for individuals suffering from the loss of a spouse, an adult child, or a parent. It will start the week of October 7, and run for 10 weeks. The group will not exceed 10 people and will meet at Holy Spirit Church. Time and day are to be determined by attendees. To join or for more information, please email griefsupport@hspalmyra.com. Matthew 5:4 Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.
KOFC PANCAKE BREAKFAST: Sunday, October 13, from 9am-1pm.
The Knights of Columbus will sponsor a Pancake Breakfast Social on Sunday, October 13th from 9am to 1pm in the church hall. There will be no charge, and all parishioners and their families are welcome. The menu will include pancakes, scrambled eggs, 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.
DISCIPLE MAKER SURVEY: October 15- November 24.
During the fall, Holy Spirit will be conducting a parish survey on discipleship called the Disciple Maker Index (DMI). We need to hear from you! As part of the Diocesan “Called for More” initiative, the survey will ask you to reflect on your own spiritual growth and our parish’s efforts to help you become the best disciple you can be. The information gathered will be used to plan for the future, so we can become a more faith filled and vibrant community. The DMI will be online from October 15—November 24 (paper surveys will be available for those who need them in the narthex starting October 15). All responses will be confidential. In the upcoming weeks, check the bulletin and our parish website for more information. The information will include how to access the survey online or complete the paper survey. Please consider being a voice in the Church.
WINE & CHEESE TASTING GALA: Saturday, October 19, from 6pm-10pm, Agape Hall.
There will be six tastings during the event. The meal includes a salad, two entrees, and dessert. Small plate portions. Winemaker and cheesemaker presentations, raffles, baskets, and more! Tickets must be purchased in advance, $45 per person. Register at https://www.hskofc10502.org/winecheese. Sponsored by Nissley Vineyards and Lisa’s Café. For questions, contact Art Bond at abond702@comcast.net.
PADRE PIO PILGRIMAGE: Monday, October 21, 7:30am-5:30pm.
Respect Life Ministry and the Knights of Columbus have scheduled a pilgrimage to Padre Pio National Center in Barto, PA on Monday, October 21. There will be a bus available backed by the Knights for $35 and a box lunch, for $10, available for those who would like to attend. The bus leaves Holy Spirit at 7:30am and returns by 5:30pm. We are hoping Father Dijo will be able to participate and say Mass in the chapel at Padre Pio (just waiting on confirmation). For those who want to participate but not travel by bus, they can meet us there.
SENIOR LUNCHEON: Friday, October 25, at 12noon.
The Respect Life Ministry would like to invite senior parishioners over 50 years of age to a hot luncheon in our church social hall on Friday, October 25, at 12noon. There is no charge for the meal. We hope you will join our ministry for a home cooked luncheon and an afternoon of fun, good food, and fellowship. The sign-up forms are on the table in the narthex. Please fill out the form and return it to the office or place it in an envelope marked “Respect Life” and drop in the collection basket by Tuesday, October 15.
JUNIOR YOUTH MINISTRY FAMILY EVENT: Saturday, October 26, at 5:45pm.
Parish students who attend PREP/Catholic School in grades 1st-8th and their families are welcome to a fun night out at Risser-Marvel Farm Market (2425 Horseshoe Pike, Annville). All participants are encouraged to bring their own flashlights. Free for children in grades 1st-8th. Adults and siblings are $8 per/person. Under 3 years-old is free. RSVP is required by October 16. Please emailed our Junior Youth Ministry at jryouthministry@hspalmyra.com for registration and questions.
BEGINNING EXPERIENCE FALL 2024: November 8-10, Camp Kirchenwald, 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. Check out the Harrisburg Diocesan website for more information: http://www.hbgdiocese.org/ and go to marriage and family, or check www.beginningexperience.org. Information can also be obtained by contacting the Harrisburg Beginning Experience Team, Julie, at 717-379-0800.
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:
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!