Parish News
Mobile Escape ROom
Parents Register your 8-12th grader
REGISTER NOW for the Mobile Escape Rooms coming to us from Harrisburg Escape Rooms!
8-12th graders you are locked in a room and debriefed with a mission. You have 45 minutes to escape and there is only one way out - find the clues, solve the puzzles and crack codes before time runs out! Can you do it? One thing is certain, you'll have fun trying! Join us October 24th!
Trunk or treat
When Halloween is here the monsters appear and the candies disappear.
And God said “Let there be candy,” and there was candy. Happy Halloween!
saint Monica ministry
What: St. Monica Ministry starts this evening!
Where: Marsh Drive Church
When: Every Wednesday evening at 7:30pm
Why: This is a ministry for the parents, family members and loved ones of those who have left the church and the faith. Through the prayerful intercession of St. Monica, we will seek to draw them back.
St. Monica was the mournful mother of a prodigal son. Her faithfulness to prayer brought her and her son so close to God that they are now with him in eternity. Her son, St. Augustine became one of the greatest and most venerable Saints in the Church. We ask that she use the same fervor and persistence to help bring our loved ones back to God.
This will be approx. 20-30 minutes in length.
Oktoberfest
Sunday, October 17, 2021
11:00 am until 2:00 pm
Sponsored in part by Desperate Times Brewery
Father Don’s 2nd Annual Dinner with the “Family”
Sunday, October 17 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 pm
Eat In or Take Out. Your choice of Bratwurst & Weisswurst or the Stuffed Porkchop! Authentic German Potato Salad and Desperate Times Brewery Beer too!!
Profits will go towards the procurement of SPS’s first-ever online library.
Feast of Saint Francis of Assisi pet blessing
October 4, 2021 at 1:15 pm
We welcome all animals that can be transported and shown safely.
Mass for people with Special Needs
October 10, 2021 at 2:00pm
It can be challenging for members of our community who are disabled or have other special needs to participate in liturgies due to physical and social barriers. This Mass is intended to be a joyful opportunity to re-engage and discover a new relationship with one's faith. Celebrate with us on October 10, 2021 at the Mass for people with Special Needs.
grades K-8 Children’s Choirs
Cherub and Children’s Choirs
Rehearsal each Saturday, September 25, 2021- December 18, 2021
Contact Dr. David O’Donnell to register: music@saintpatrickchurch.org
Rediscover Saint Patrick Parish
Join us on Sunday, September 19th for Rediscover Saint Patrick Parish! Enjoy breakfast after the 9:30 and 11:30am Masses while you browse through the ministry fair!
Statement from the Bishops
This morning, the bishops of Pennsylvania discussed the COVID-19 situation in the Commonwealth. Attached, please find a statement from the bishops that is being release today.
ATTENTION DAILY mass attendees
Wednesday August 4, 2021 Mass Attendees
An attendee at daily Mass tested positive for COVID-19.
If you were in attendance at Mass, we suggest you consult your personal physician to ensure your health and safety.
Parish Staff Openings
Pastoral Associate (Full Time, Salary) helps in the daily interaction with the people of the parish through volunteer organization, ministry administration, and liturgical preparation. This person will also work together with Saint Vincent de Paul Society to help reach out to our community in different ways. They will help organize and administer but not lead new ministries that may come up in the parish. At the heart of what this person does is the SERVE part of our Mission and Purpose statement.
Director of Religious Education (Full Time, Salary) Responsible for overseeing the coordination and direction of the K-8 Religious Education Program. This would also include sacramental preparation and family faith formation programs as well. This will involve First Penance, First Holy Communion and Confirmation preparation. This individual will also be responsible for coordinating Summer Vacation Bible School. This person will be involved in every aspect of our Mission and Purpose statement as a church.
Youth Minister Leader (Full Time, Salary) The Parish Youth Ministry Leader is responsible for implementing a program of comprehensive youth ministry using programs from LifeTeen and Edge but not limited to these. The Parish Youth Ministry Leader provides vision and coordination for the parish’s efforts in ministry to young people from 6th through 12th grades and including young adults ages 18-24. This includes high school and middle school sessions (weekly or bi-weekly gatherings), monthly activities, retreats, conferences, and catechesis.
Please contact church office or email frdon@saintpatrickchurch.org if your are interested in these positions.
Mass Obligation Restored
On Sunday August 15, 2021 the obligation to attend Mass on Sundays and Holy Days is being restored in the Diocese of Harrisburg.
Click below for more information
Revival Music Ministry
Formerly the Life Teen Music Ministry…..If you have missed their music they will be playing at upcoming Masses with a new group name!
