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Religious Education Registration & Payment Information
This Week at St. Mary's
Religious Education Registration
New Student Registration for Religious Education classes will begin on Sunday, July 26 and will end on September 3. A student is considered to be a “NEW” student if he/she did not complete the 2025/2026 catechetical year, even if they attended in previous years. - Families should be registered in the parish.
- Classes will begin on Sunday, September 13 and will be held from 10:15 until 11:20 AM.
- At least half the tuition should be paid at the time of enrollment or before classes begin. See below for cost.
Tuition: The tuition is calculated as follows:
$60.00 per child/per year in any class preparing for a sacrament.
$60.00 per Student in Grades 8 and above who are preparing for Confirmation in 2027. $30.00 for Students in Grades 3-6 who have already received First Communion. Note: Confirmation preparation begins in the 7th Grade.
The total per family will not exceed $125.00. No student will be turned away due to an inability to pay.
Religious Education Office Hours: Before and After the Sunday Morning Masses; Mondays/Wednesdays: 12:30 PM to 6:00 PM; Tuesdays/Thursdays 10:30 AM to 4:00 PM and CLOSED: Friday and Saturday
Phone – (717) 845-7629/ext2 Email – reled@stmarysyork.org.
HOMESCHOOLING FAMILIES: Please let us know about the Catholic curriculum you are using and if your child is preparing for a sacrament this year.
DAC Diocese Annual Campaign
Click for latest DAC UpdatePlease help support our Diocese Annual Campaign. Click the button to see the latest DAC information. Scan the QR code to donate or click the link.
Present total $42,789
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Pilgrimage to the National Shrine Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes
This year, on Thursday, August 6th, the Feast of the Transfiguration, the Diocese of Harrisburg will celebrate the fortieth anniversary of its grassroots pilgrimage to the National Shrine Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes in Emmitsburg, Maryland. It is a Marian day of prayer for world peace through the conversion of hearts.
Confessors will be available in the morning from 9:30 a.m. through 11:00 a.m. The Most Reverend Timothy C. Senior will celebrate the pilgrimage Mass at 1:00 p.m. in Saint Mary’s Chapel at the Shrine. Everyone is invited.
Please bring your own lunch. Carpooling is recommended. The Legion of Mary Harrisburg Comitium will host a pilgrimage bus departing at 8:15 a.m. from Saint Catherine Labouré Parish, Harrisburg, and picking up additional pilgrims at 8:45 a.m. from Good Shepherd Parish, Camp Hill. Reserve your seat today by sending an e-mail to Amy at amf194@gmail.com or by calling or texting Rita at (717) 884-6836.
The schedule for the day is posted at svparish.org (Saint Vincent de Paul, Hanover, PA).
Holy Trinity Catholic School News
Catholic School LinksHoly Trinity Catholic School is committed to inspiring our children to make an impact on the world. We explicitly model and learn about Catholic virtues such as kindness, gratitude, respect, and hope. We invite community partners to come visit our school, including the Horn Farm Center for Agricultural Education, the York City Police Department and Fire Department, the York Symphony Orchestra, and the York Engineering Society.
We also seek opportunities to give back to others with collection drives and to participate in service projects with local organizations such as the Catholic Harvest Food Pantry and the Women’s Care Center. We are also close enough to access many activities in downtown York just minutes away from school, including field trips to the Appell Center for the Performing Arts, the York Revolution at WellSpan Park, Junior Achievement’s BizTown, and the York History Center.
We are accepting registration applications for the 2026-2027 school year! We seek to form disciples of Jesus Christ, critical thinkers in the classroom, and people who are ready to make an impact on the world. We begin with PreK (currently with a wait list) and continue through 6th grade. Tuition assistance and scholarships are available. For more information, an application packet, or to schedule a school tour, please contact us at schooloffice@htcsyork.org or (717) 854-8263. Hablamos español.
Thrift Store News-Volunteers Needed
Thrift Store Facebook PageThe Thrift Shop is in great need of volunteers to price and steam items.
If you can give a few hours per week, please get in touch with the shop with your hours of availability. Thank you in advance for your gift of time.
We are also accepting donations of jewelry, watches and purses. Thank you!
Thanks for your donations!
ST. MARY’S THRIFT SHOP
26 E. College Ave., York, PA
Open
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday
10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Telephone: 717-812-9999
Red, White, and Blue Celebration

Celebrate our country’s 250th with St. Mary’s. Please join us at 5:30 in the Parish Hall for a picnic dinner and music to follow. Hope to see you there!
If you would like to contribute, please feel free to bring a side dish or a desert.
Hope for a Better Marriage
If your marriage feels distant, strained, stuck, or even in crisis, Retrouvaille can help. Retrovaille is a Catholic program that has helped thousands find new hope, improve communication, and deepen connection. Program starts September 11. Call or text 717-356-2185. Visit our website:
Helpourmarriage.org for more information.
You can have a better marriage. Don’t wait.
Train Ride With Holy Family Radio
Ready for a fun, in-person adventure? Hop aboard the Middletown and Hummelstown Railroad train and enjoy a scenic ride while hanging out with the crew from WHYF, Holy Family Radio. Join us on August 29 at 11:00 am for this special train ride. Order your tickets at 720WHYF.com. Call 717-525-8110 for more information.
From the Pastor's Desk
Pastor's Weekly Message

Dear Brothers and Sisters,
This Sunday, we begin registration for new students for our religious education program. Please be sure to follow the bulletin announcements for the registration process, and please be sure to register your children for classes sooner rather than later! As always, any questions can be directed to Marisa Starceski.
This Sunday evening we also have our 250th anniversary celebration for the founding of our country. There will be patriotic music and food. The evening starts at 5:30. I hope to see you there!
Fr. Kuchinski
Prayer Requests
PRAYER– FOR EVERYDAY AND EVERYBODY
Dear God,
Pour Your blessing upon our parish, in need of Your renewal and inspiration. Prune the places that need pruning, and pour fresh grace and courage into our midst. Help us to find You and, with great joy, follow You wholeheartedly. Amen.
Grow Your Faith in Community
At St. Mary’s, you’ll find a welcoming, multicultural family in the heart of downtown York. There’s a place for you here!
Faith Formation
We nurture lifelong faith formation, guiding all ages to grow in love, understanding, and devotion to Christ.
The Seven Sacraments
We encounter Christ’s grace at key moments of life, strengthening us in faith and drawing us closer to God.
Ministry Opportunities
Find fullfilling ways to serve within our parish, share your talents with others, and make a real difference in our church community.
Looking for a form?
Our Forms webpage has everything you need to begin your sacrament process.
