Loving Christ,

Loving Others

We are a welcoming Catholic community called by God to live out the message of Christ in love and service to all people. Our parish mission is:

"Nourished by the Word and Eucharist, under the spiritual guidance of our pastor, we the members of Annunciation of the Blessed Virgin Mary Parish, empowered by the Holy Spirit, strive to create a vital, welcoming Catholic faith community that embraces each person. Acknowledging our blessings and supporting one another, we share our faith, time, and talent, to joyfully proclaim the Gospel and humbly serve the needs of God's people and work to be the presence of Christ in an ever- changing world."

Religious Education

Religious Education

The parish is the center of faith formation for Catholics. Every person in your pews, every Catholic in your parish community…child or adult…is on their own journey toward Christ and a life of discipleship.

Religious Education Classes Grades 1-8

Religious Education classes meet September thru April on Wednesday evenings from 6:45-8:00pm. To register of for more information, contact Christine Sanders, CRE at 717-637-1191 or csanders@abvmchurch.org or csanders@hbgdiocese.org

Sacrament Preparation for 1st Communion & 1st Penance

Sacramental preparation for First Sacraments is a two year program beginning in first grade. After the completion of the preparation period children receive the sacrament of Penance/Reconciliation in the spring of their second grade year. Children who attend Religious Education classes or a parochial school and are registered parishioners of Annunciation of the Blessed Virgin Parish will make their sacraments together in the parish.

Confirmation Preparation

Sacramental preparation for Confirmation is a two year program beginning in seventh grade. After the completion of the preparation period the children receive the sacrament of Confirmation in the spring of their eighth grade year. Confirmation is scheduled by the Diocese of Harrisburg, not the local parish. Children who attend Religious Education classes or a parochial school and are registered parishioners of Annunciation of the Blessed Virgin Mary parish will make their sacraments together in the parish designated by the Diocese.
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