Welcome to our PREP program!
Registration for the 2026-2027 Religious Education school year is now open!
This year we have moved to on-line registration through Parish Giving. Use the QR code or link below to complete registration and tuition payment.* Step-by-step instruction are also available below.
Note: *Families who wish to pay tuition with cash or check should reach out to our CRE or see the detailed registration instructions.
REGISTRATION LINK:
The QR Code below will take you directly to the form also.
REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Click here for Step-by-Step Instructions —> 2026-2027 Registration Instructions
ABOUT OUR PREP PROGRAM
*Holy Spirit offers faith formation for the following grades: Pre-3 through 8th grade
*In-person (Sundays 9:30-10:45) or on-line available. Note: There is no on-line option for our preschool/kindergarten class.
*Due to possible class size limitations, spots will be reserved on a first-come, first-serve basis. When registering your child, if the class is full please reach out to the CRE, especially for our preschool/kindergarten class.
*Classes will start on September 13th, 2026. A calendar will be distributed in August.
*SACREMENTAL YEARS: 2nd grade (First Holy Communion) and 8th grade (Confirmation). Parents, please note that your child will need 2 years of PREP to receive the sacraments. For First Holy Communion, children need to complete 1st and 2nd grade classes. For Confirmation, students need to complete 7th and 8th grade classes.
TUITION:
One child: $55
Two children: $95
Three or more children: $125
*Registration after 7/31/26 will be charged a $10 late registration fee.
*Full-time catechists receive free tuition for their children. Please reach out to our CRE for the discount code to use when registering through Parish Giving.
As a ministry at Holy Spirit, we walk hand-in-hand with you and your child in his/her faith formation. The sacramental life of your child is very important to us as a Church community. We know that it is important to you, too. There are certain requirements given to us by the Diocese through the education office. There are other expectations that the local parish may require for its community for the betterment of its candidates. The parents are the first teachers of their children in the ways of our faith. They are also the best teachers in spiritual matters. It is vital that parents set an example of sincere Christian living by creating a religious atmosphere in the home, by family prayer, frequent reception of the Sacraments, and regular participation at Sunday Mass.
WHO TO CONTACT
Coordinator of Religious Education: Sara Khan, prep@hspalmyra.com, 717-838-3369 ext. 104
CONSIDER BECOMING A CATECHIST
Catechists have become increasingly important in the Catholic Church mainly due to the dramatic fall in the number of priests and religious. As such, they are afforded a particular place of honor within the parish community where they volunteer. If you are interested or even a little curious, God may be calling you. You’ll never know unless you contact our CRE or, better yet – ask a Catechist!
PREP CALENDARS 2026-2027
Coming soon.
PREP HANDBOOKS 2026-2027
Coming soon.
CONFIRMATION FORMS
Confirmation Service Project long form
Confirmation Simplified Work of Mercy Form
CHILDREN’S MASSES 2026-2027
Coming soon.
INCLEMENT WEATHER – for PREP closing information:
Visit our website homepage or call 717-838-3369.
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