SAINT PATRICK CATHOLIC CHURCH

219 SOUTH BEAVER STREET

YORK, PA 17401

(717) 848-2007

www.stpatrickyork.org

www.facebook.com/stpatrickyork

JULY 2020 BULLETIN - PART 2

Faith Enrichment & Holy Trinity School

Bulletin Contents:

Title Page Nbr

BAPTISM PREPARATION POST COVID-19 3

RCIA 2020/2021 4

FAITH DEVELOPMENT AND GROUP MEETINGS FOR THE

FORESEEABLE FUTURE 5

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION NEWS 6

HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL 7

WHY CHOOSE HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL? 8

ONLINE LEARNING 9

PLANNING FOR 2020/2021 SCHOOL YEAR 10

WE WANT YOU TO BECOME A PART OF OUR

FAMILY!!! 11

YOU BELONG AT YORK CATHOLIC! 12

BAPTISM PREPARATION POST COVID-19.

One of the requirements for Baptism is to attend a Baptism Class. In light of

the COVID-19 restrictions this may have been difficult. If you are preparing

for the birth of your child and need to complete a baptism class we as a par-

ish are making use of our subscription to FORMED to assist you in fulfilling

that requirement.

Couples desiring to have their child baptized are asked to watch the first

three videos (Session 1: A New Creation: The Mystery of Baptism, Session 2:

Entering the Mystery, the Rite Explained, and Session 3: Nurturing the Life

of Grace: Called to Mission). Please download the Study Guide and for Ses-

sion 1 answer question 4, for Session 2 answer question 1 thru 3, and for Ses-

sion 3 answer question 1 and 2. Please send the study questions to Father

Carroll. This is NOT a test, but rather an exercise to help you grow in your

faith.

Godparents are also welcome to participate with you. They can join as you

watch the video or you can work with other couples. There is a video dedi-

cated to godparents entitled: The Gift of Godparents: More Than Cards &

Presents by Lucas Pollice.

RCIA 2020/2021

We are now preparing for next year’s R.C.I.A (Rite of Christian Initia-

tion of Adults) classes. If you yourself or if you know of anyone who

is discerning the Catholic faith or wants to learn more about the Cath-

olic faith please contact Father Carroll at frkcarroll@stpatrickyork.net

or (717) 848-2007 ext. 104.

In light of the continued concerns regarding covid-19 we might need

to blend in person classes with online learning using our parish sub-

scription to FORMED: the Catholic Faith on Demand platform.

Please keep checking our monthly bulletin, our parish Facebook page

and website for more information.

Throughout the pandemic we want

to recognize those men in “That

Man is You” group who continued to

meet virtually during the past few

months showing us that we can still

meet and share the faith while social

distancing.

FAITH DEVELOPMENT AND GROUP MEET-

INGS FOR THE FORESEEABLE FUTURE

As we prepare to head into the fall, we do not know for certain what to ex-

pect. Just as our schools are figuring out what the school year will look like, we

as a parish must do the same. Over the fall, winter, and spring months many or-

ganizations meet at the parish for faith development and social activities. It is

quite possible in the fall and winter, if there is another spike we might be forced

into another quarantine.

If another quarantine is needed and in person meetings would not be possi-

ble, we would like to encourage your groups to still meet if possible virtually

through zoom or other online platform. While it is certainly not ideal, it will be

a way one can stay connected with each other and grow in their faith.

Each group will also be responsible for cleaning their meeting space on

campus. Groups can also decide to meet off campus. We would encourage

group leaders to consider an online option a long with meeting in person. Not

everyone will be comfortable gathering in groups.

Please feel free to use programs on FORMED for group and personal faith

and spiritual development. It is important in the weeks and months ahead we

stay connected with each other and the Lord.

SAINT PATRICK RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

To our Religious Education Families,

As was mentioned last year ended rather abruptly and we were not able

to bring last year to a conclusion. Confirmation for our 8th grade students

and First Communion for our 2nd grade students were postponed. While we

have scheduled a group Confirmation and First Holy Communion , we are

also administering the sacraments individually throughout the summer

months at any daily or weekend Mass for those who request it.

Concerning the schedule for next year, we are currently looking at our

options. It is very possible that another quarantine might be necessary espe-

cially if there is a spike in cases. If that happens we will be prepared. As we

are looking at our options we are considering the health and safety of both

our dedicated catechists and our parish children. It is possible next year that

we may use an online platform for our current Religion Series and have in

person learning once a month. One of the options for in person learning is to

only have certain grades meet each week that way we can spread our class-

rooms out if necessary.

Right now we are watching what our schools our doing. Holy Trinity

Catholic School is offering both in person and online learning. Children can

still attend class at home. If we decide to go with an online platform there

will be video presentations, activities, and games that will help you prepare

for that once a month in person session. The online platform we are consid-

ering allows for parent involvement and outside of that once a month sched-

uled class, you can do the work at a time convenient for you..

Thank you for your patience and understating! As things become

clearer this month we will pass the information on to you soon as possible!

ENROLLING NOW!!! DON’T MISS OUT ON THIS

GREAT OPPORUNITY..SEATING IS LIMITED

For more information please call or email Ms. Denise Runk in the school

office at (717)854-8263 or schooloffice@htcsyork.org

www.htcsyork.org

HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL

235 South Beaver Street

York, Pa 17401

(717) 854-8263

Mrs. Kathleen Smith, Principal

“Learning Today...Leading Tomorrow.”

Holy Trinity Catholic School partners with

families to provide an exceptional educational

experience that supports students on their

Christ- Centered Journey. We promote aca-

demic excellence and lifelong service to others

in an environment formed by the teachings of

Jesus Christ.

WHY CHOOSE HOLY TRINITY

CATHOLIC SCHOOL?

Holy Trinity Catholic School opened in August of 2019 as a consolidated

school between Saint Joseph School in Dallastown and Saint Patrick School

in York. What makes our school special is that we are truly a family. Below

is some statistical information about our unique school!

Enrollment: 125 students from 11 school districts and five parishes

Grades taught: Pre-K—6th

Student to teacher ratio: 8:1 in grades 1 thru 6, 5:1 in Pre-K & K

Non-Catholic Enrollment: 33%

Students receiving financial aide: 100% of the students who applied have re-

ceived some sort of financial aide.

Extracurricular Activities: Band, Choir Basketball, Soccer, Cheerleading,

Envirothon, Leap Into Science, Math 24, Chess Club, Cooking Club, Art

Club, Girls who club, and new this year Adoration Club

Enrichment Program: Yes

Instructional Support Team: Yes

Weekly School Mass/Holy Day Mass: Yes

Guidance: Yes

Specials: (Taught by specialized teachers) Art, Library, Technology, Spanish,

Phys Ed, Music

Before & After School Care: Yes

Supporting Parishes: 3

ONLINE LEARNING

Since March 2020 we have been unable to gather physically for class,

but our dedicated administration, faculty, and staff were quick to

switch from classroom learning to online learning within days! Alt-

hough we were unable to gather in the classroom, our students with

their teachers guidance and the help of their families did awesome

things! Although change was difficult our amazing little school did a

remarkable job coming together to make everything work!

HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL

MOVING FORWARD IN FAITH!!!

PLANNING FOR 2020/2021

SCHOOL YEAR

We are preparing to begin the school year

on August 31st 2020 for in-person learning.

Monday thru Friday.

Our school in addition to providing in-

person learning will also have an online

learning option where our students partici-

pate in the classroom from home.

Right now we have a committee working to

develop a plan and procedures as we move

forward making sure we keep everyone

healthy and safe.

A plan will be in place in the event we have

to switch back to an all online learning ex-

perience.

WE WANT YOU TO BECOME A PART OF OUR FAMILY!!!

Please visit our website

www.htcsyork.org

Or call us at (717) 854-8263 for more information and schedule a tour! If you

are someone looking to financially support our students, please contact Nicole

Nirosky our Director of Development by calling the school or emailing her at

nnirsoky@htcsyork.org