E-bulletin for Sunday, April 11, 2021

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Divine Mercy Sunday | April 11, 2021

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Reflections with Fr. Mark

The desire to be able to prove the existence of a divinity has troubled humanity since human consciousness first became aware of the divine. To this very day we are fond of saying that any number of things—from sunsets to hot fudge sundaes—are “proof that there is a God.” Read more...

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PARISH STEWARDSHIP

Weekly Offering

As we navigate through these unprecedented times we appreciate your continued support with your weekly offering for our parish operations. Please know your contribution is vital to our mission as a church. We have a small budget and need to continue paying our bills.

Contributions can be mailed to the Pastoral Office, dropped in the office mailbox, or contributed through our online giving program.

You can call Vanco at 1-800-675-7430 Monday-Friday between 6:00 am and 4:00 pm to make your contribution as well (Our parish client ID is ES11182).

Thank you for your generous support!

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NEWS & UPDATES

Parish Office Now Open to Public

The Parish Office will be open to the public starting Monday, April 12. Office hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-5:00 pm (Closed for lunch 1:30-2:30 pm on Monday, Wednesday and Friday.). The chapel still remains closed at this time.

Lightshine Choir Hosts Weekly Virtual Scripture Study – Join Us!

The Lightshine Choir welcomes all parishioners to join the group for a weekly virtual scripture study on Thursdays, 7:00-8:30 pm. We will discuss the scriptures for the coming weekend via Zoom.

If you would like to join the group, contact Choir Director Justin Senneff at senneffj@yahoo.com. We’ll help you get set up with Zoom technology – it’s easy! For those without computer cameras, Zoom also allows for anyone to "call" into the meeting via their regular telephone or cell phone.

St. Luke Food Pantry Temporarily Closed

The St. Luke Food Pantry is currently closed. We look forward to reopening the Pantry in the next few months and begin food distributions to needy families. In keeping with our Vincentian mission to assist those in need in our local community, our conference continues to provide financial assistance for rent, utilities and household items.

If you have questions or concerns, please call our St. Vincent de Paul line at (626) 684-2914. Thank you to all our generous parishioners for your support!

Mass Intention Requests

Mass Intention requests can be made for in-person weekday and Sunday Masses. Names will be acknowledged during the Prayer of the Faithful and included in the Parish Bulletin. Offerings greatly appreciated. Please call the Pastoral Office at (626) 291-5900 to make a request.

'Drive-thru' Confessions

Offered at 1:00 pm on Saturdays. Masks required. Drive through the church parking lot where you will be directed to a priest who will hear your confession from outside the passenger side of the car. More details...

Light a Prayer Candle

Habitat for Humanity Catholic Coalition BUILD DAY

Saturday, April 17, 2021

St. Luke is looking for 8 volunteers (ages 16 and up) to help Habitat for Humanity Catholic Coalition build an Accessory Dwelling Unit in West Pasadena. No experience is necessary, nor do you need any special skills! Habitat will teach us everything we need to know on the build site and will provide all tools and equipment. Face masks are required, and we will follow all CDC safety protocols. Volunteers can choose a half day shift, 7:45 am to 11:30 am, or 11:45 am to 3:30 pm., or even work a full day, 7:45 am to 3:30 pm.

Here is the link to sign up: http://vhub.at/1L30U9A. If you have questions, please call Veronica Romero West at (626) 437-1014 or e-mail her at veronica@design1west.com.

Coronavirus Vaccine Information and Resources for Catholics

Saints and Observances

Week of April 11, 2021

Sunday

Second Sunday of Easter

(or Sunday of Divine Mercy)

Julian Calendar Easter

Monday

Ramadan (Islamic observance)

begins at sunset

Tuesday

St. Martin I

Thursday

Income Tax Day

“Who indeed is the victor over the world but the

one who believes that Jesus is the Son of God?”

— 1 John 5:5

Daily Readings

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Parish Mission Statement

St. Luke the Evangelist Parish is a Roman Catholic Community

dedicated to carrying out the Gospel message of Our Lord Jesus Christ.

Our mission is to - welcome, evangelize and educate; provide spiritual nourishment;

promote Christian values; foster peace and justice; encourage service to others.

Pastoral Office

5605 Cloverly Ave., Temple City, CA 91780

Pastoral staff are available to assist parishioners by

phone or e-mail Monday-Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.

The Pastoral Office is currently closed to the public.

(626) 291-5900 |(626) 287-2332 (FAX) | www.stluketemplecity.org