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NEWS & EVENTS
WEATHER UPDATE: The impending winter storm is expected to arrive Saturday night and bring heavy snowfall throughout Sunday and into Monday. For everyone’s safety, sidewalks and parking lots will not be cleared until after the storm ends, when our contractor is able to plow—likely no earlier than midday Monday. Because of this, anyone coming to Mass on Sunday or Monday must park on the street, as the parish lots will remain closed until they are fully cleared. ALL PREP/Confirmation Classes are cancelled for 01/25/26 and the Chapel will be closed on both Sunday 01/25/26 and Monday 01/26/26.
All parishioners are encouraged to attend the 4:00 PM Vigil Mass on Saturday if possible. Otherwise, please carefully consider the weather conditions, your safety, and the safety of others before deciding whether to travel on Sunday.
The Church requires Catholics to attend Mass on Sundays and holy days (canon 1247). At the same time, canon law explicitly states that the obligation does not bind when a person has a serious reason or is prevented from attending (canon 1248 §2). Dangerous travel conditions – such as snow, ice, or severe storms – clearly fall into this category. For additional guidance from the Bishop, please see: Bishop Senior Letter Snow Storm 2026
No one is required to risk their safety to attend Mass. The inability to attend Mass due to inclement weather is NOT a mortal sin.
When weather prevents attendance, the Church encourages the faithful to keep the Lord’s Day holy through prayer at home, reading the Sunday readings, or watching a broadcast or livestreamed Mass.
When coming to Holy Spirit during or after wintry weather, please remember that the parking lots and sidewalks may not be clear and windy conditions may cause drifting and icing 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.
Please pray for the repose of the soul of Sylvia Swanson who recently passed away. May the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.
View Sylvia’s Obituary here: https://www.ldnews.com/obituaries/psom1380852
It’s Almost Time for – 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.
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 .
Soda and Water donations are also needed. Please drop off any donations at the church. Thanks again for your support. We are looking forward to another wonderful fish fry.
NEW: T-Shirts and Hoodies available for sale: Visit the on-line store for orders here: 
https://nk-graphics.com/holy_spirit_fish_fry/shop/home
If you cannot order online, email fishfry@hspalmyra.com. We’ll order for you. Pay cash at pick up.
March for Life Rally and inspiring speeches from Pro-Life leaders will be live-streamed from D.C. and available for viewing in the Agape Hall of the Holy Spirit Catholic Church on Friday, January 23, 2026 at noon. Doors open at 11:30 am. After the live streamed event, participants will begin a One-Mile March to the square in Palmyra at 1:30 where we will pray a prayer for the unborn before returning to Holy Spirit for hot soup and refreshments. Let’s support this important nationwide cause together! If you have additional questions, please contact us at life@hspalmyra.com
A diocesan Catholic Social Teaching Symposium on Saturday January 31 will focus on “exploring the Church’s response to some of the most urgent issues of our time. Through panels, breakout sessions, and practical discussions, participants will deepen their understanding of human dignity, solidarity, and our call to serve the common good. Together, we will reflect, learn, and discern how we can bring Christ’s love into our communities through action, advocacy, and encounter.” To learn more and register go to https://www.hbgdiocese.org/
Grief S
upport Group – Now Forming –
Losing a loved one can be one of the most difficult experiences we face
in life. Holy Spirit Parish is offering another grief support group this
Spring for individuals suffering from the loss of a spouse, an adult child,
or a parent. It will start the week of March 2nd and run for 10 weeks.
The group will not exceed 10 people and will meet at Holy Spirit Church
once a week. Time and day are to be determined by attendees. To join
or for more information please email griefsupport@hspalmyra.com and
kindly leave your phone contact information and we will call you.
Matthew 5:4 Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.
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:
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:
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!