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NEWS  & EVENTS

Mass Schedule
Holy Thursday, March 28: 7:30pm Mass of the Lord’s Supper & 8:30pm Altar of the Repose 
Good Friday, March 29: 3pm Passion of the Lord & 7:10pm Stations of the Cross
Easter Saturday, March 30: 8pm Easter Vigil Mass
Easter Sunday, March 31: 8:30am (Inside) Mass & 11am Mass
Easter Monday, April 1: No 9am Mass & Office closed

Adoration Chapel Hours for Easter 
Thursday, March 28: 10am-7pm
Friday, March 29 – Monday, April 1: Closed 

DAC (DIOCESAN ANNUAL CAMPAIGN) 2024: Click here to contribute to and support more than 90 ministries and programs throughout the 15 counties of the Diocese of Harrisburg. 

ALTAR Of THE REPOSE: Thursday, March 28, 8:30pm, Agape Hall.

STATIONS OF THE CROSS: Fridays, March 29. 
Please join us for our Stations of the Cross every Friday during Lent. This is a perfect opportunity to spend more time recognizing the love, mercy, & hope Jesus gives us during this season of sacrifice. 


WERE YOU MARRIED IN 1974?:
Sunday, July 7, 2pm, Good Shepherd Parish in Camp Hill.

Were you married in 1974? In honor of your 50th Wedding Anniversary, there will be a special Mass and reception. Bishop Timothy C. Senior will be the celebrant. To receive an invitation, please contact the parish office with your name and address (please make sure to include both names) at church@hspalmyra.com or call at 717-838-3369 by Monday, April 1.

ADULT FAITH SMALL GROUP BIBLE STUDY FOR SPIRITUAL FELLOWSHIP: Wednesdays, April 3- June 26 (No classes on May 1 & 8), 9:30am-11am, 3rd grade classroom.
The Adult Faith Study at Holy Spirit will begin a weekly morning small group for Bible study and prayer. Our first topic will be a Bible study entitled Psalms: The School of Prayer and will run for 11 weeks. Participants will view an engaging video presentation followed by a time of lively group discussion and fellowship. For more information or to register contact Kathryn Gentry at 717-838-6521 or kgentry920@verizon.net. To purchase study materials, please visit www.ascensionpress.com. Hard copy workbook is $27.95 or the online workbook with video access is $6.95. Join us to study how to establish a deeply personal dialogue with God through the Psalms.

HOLY HOUR OF REPARATION: Friday, April 5, 7pm, Main Church.
All are invited to our First Friday devotion. 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 year’s theme is “Eucharistic Miracles.”

DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY: Sunday, April 7, 2:30pm, Main Church. Please join us for out Eucharistic Holy Hour for Divine Mercy Sunday.   

 

 

 

PARISH COUNCIL SOLICITATION 2024: Sunday, April 7. 
This is your chance to actively contribute to our parish community! To nominate yourself or someone else for Council please fill out a 2024 PC Solicitation Form and send it to parishcouncil@hspalmyra.com or drop it in the collections basket in an enveloped labeled “2024 PC Nominations.” Elections will be held from April 20- April 28. All nominations are to be submitted no later than Sunday, April 7

WOMEN MINISTRY NETWORK PRESENTATION WITH SISTER GERALYN: Monday, April 8, 7pm, Agape Hall.
The Women’s Ministry Network is hosting a presentation with Sister Geralyn Schmidt, SCC. Please join us in our presentation titled “Being a Woman of Compassion who Rests in the Heart of Jesus.” This talk will reflect on the joy of Easter, the truth that Jesus infinitely loves us and invites us to respond to His love through a life of living with compassion. Join us in the Agape Hall to hear a lively and inspirational speaker! No registration fee, please sign up in the Narthex. 

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES 2024: Deadline is April 12, 2024. 
The Knights of Columbus has two scholarships available (presented by Council #10502 and Assembly #973). Eligible for high school seniors only who meet the requirements. See hskofc10502.org for more information and to submit your application.

SANCTUARY COURSE: Sundays, April 7 & 14 from 7:30pm- 9pm, 3rd grade classroom. How can a church become a sanctuary—a place where mental health is supported and individuals living with mental health challenges feel safe, and a sense of belonging? Developed in consultation with mental health professionals, theologians, and people with lived experience, these introductory sessions explore key mental health topics and provide a springboard for discussing ministering to mental health among the  church community. No pre-registration or pre-readings are necessary. Contact Julie or Nicole at mentalhealth@hspalmyra.com for more information.

 

LOURDESHOUSE MATERNITY HOME BABY SHOWER: April 6- April 14. 
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 8 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, strollers, car seats, books, etc. We will have tags with the needed items written on them available April 6-14 in the narthex. Simply pick up a tag, purchase the item and return the wrapped gift with the tag attached by April 21. Please contact Ann Donnelly at WMN@hspalmyra.com if you have any questions. For more information on Lourdeshouse click here.

BISHOP MCDEVITT HIGH SCHOOL PLAY: April 12 & 13 at 7pm and April 14 at 3pm. 
The high school students of Bishop McDevitt are performing a play entitle Once Upon A Mattress. If you and your family are interested in supporting these students and attending this wonderful event please click on the link and buy your tickets now: https://www.showtix4u.com/event-details/82187.

 

 

HOLY FAMILY RADIO SPRING BENEFIT DINNER: Friday, April 12, 6pm, Sheraton Harrisburg Hotel on Lindle Road.
Come hear a truly inspiring speaker, Father Wade Menezes, of the Fathers of Mercy at the Holy Family Radio Spring Benefit Dinner.  Father Wade Menezes, CPM is a popular speaker both on EWTN TV & Radio. Father is the host of Online Tuesday heard on WHYF AM720 at 3pm. This year’s dinner will include a Meet & Greet Social Hour followed by Dinner at 7pm. Dinner is $100/person. Please make reservations by Monday, April 1, 2024 at 720WHYF.com or call 717-525-8110.

LIFE GIVING WOUNDS RETREAT: Friday- Sunday, April 12-14, Harrisburg Diocesan Center.
Come for a greater understanding of the wound left by your parents’ divorce or separation, for advice concerning love and trust of others, and for an experience of Christ and community that will lead to greater self- understanding and healing. To register for this event click here: https://www.hbgdiocese.org/event/life-giving-wounds-retreat/.

MEN’S CONFERENCE: ST. JOSEPH (THE CARPENTER’S TABLE): Saturday, April 20, 2024, 7:30am- 3:30pm, Diocesan Center.
Nationally known Catholic speaker, best-selling author, and radio host who conveys a message of lasting fulfillment in Jesus Christ. Jon is the author of four books: Mission Of The Family, Your God Is Too Boring, The Art of Getting Over Yourself, And Why You’ll Be Happier When You Do, and Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Holiness. Jon believes that our deepest longing for happiness and wholeness is fulfilled in the encounter with Jesus Christ. Through prayer, the Sacraments, family life, and the help of Mary and the saints, Jon wants to cultivate an intimate relationship with Jesus and help others do the same. Please join the Harrisburg Dioceses for this wonderful opportunity to grow in love with one another and with our Lord. Register for this event at https://www.hbgdiocese.org/event/mens-conference/. Deadline for registration is April 15, 2024. 

ST. PAUL’S PIG ROAST: Sunday, April 28, 2pm, St. Paul’s Church in Annville.
Are you a father who is interested in spending more time with your son(s) where you can teach (or learn) valuable life skills with a focus on outdoor skills and charity? Are you looking for a group of similar men and boys in an atmosphere of traditional values and a Catholic background?  St. Paul’s Church in Annville is hosting a pig roast to show the activities that we do as a local “Troop of St. George” which includes hikes, camp-outs, fishing, and marksmanship as well as support of our local parishes, Fort Indiantown Gap, and the community. Please RSVP by April 19 by using the QR code below.

BEGINNING EXPERIENCE WEEKEND: Friday-Sunday, May 3-5, Camp Kirchenwald in 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. Please join us for this experience on May, 3-5, 2024, at Camp Kirchenwald in Lebanon, PA. Check the Harrisburg Diocesan website for more information http://www.hbgdiocese.org/marriage and click on the “Navigating Difficulties” box or check www.beginningexperience.org. Information can also be obtained by contacting the Harrisburg Beginning Experience team at 717-379-0800 or jpennat_58@comcast.net

SPIRIT FEST 2024 SAVE THE DATES: Join us the weekend of August 2 & 3, 2024 for more Eats, Treats, & Beats! This year’s featured bands include: Friday, August 2: Mockingbird & Uptown Band & Saturday, August 3: Holly Serio & Clockwork.

 


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: 
Museum of the Bible: Wednesday, April 3 from 7:30am- 8pm.
The Temptations & The Four Tops: Saturday, May 4 from 4pm- 10:15pm.
Mackinac Island & More: June 2- June 8. Depart on June 2 at 7am and return on June 8 at 7pm.
Eaglemania!: Friday, July 12 from 4:15pm -10:45pm.
King in Concert: Wednesday, August 7 from 8am – 9pm.
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!