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Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time | September 19, 2021
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In the Gospel we hear the Lord Jesus predicted once again that He would be handed over to men, they would kill Him, and after three days, He would rise. The disciples did not understand what He was saying, and they were afraid to ask Him any questions. In the Gospel of St. Mark, one of his Gospel themes is to show the failure of the disciples to accept the theology of the Crucified Jesus. Read more...
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Catechetical Sunday 2021
Each person by virtue of Baptism plays a role in passing on the faith and being a witness to spread the Good News.
Catechetical Sunday is an opportunity for all to rededicate themselves to this mission as a community of faith.
Today, we celebrate Catechetical Sunday and are blessed to commission many of our parishioners during the 10:30 am Mass. Fr. Robert will present these catechesis with a cross and give a blessing.
This year’s theme, “Say the Word and my Soul shall be Healed,” acknowledges a world in need of healing. The Church shares Jesus’ special concern with those who are sick and suffering. Our community celebrates Catechetical Sunday and commissions these catechists for their chosen ministry at St. Luke.
Thank you for sharing the gift of your
faith and time with our parish community.
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Weekly Offering
Your continued support with your weekly offering for our parish operations is appreciated. 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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Senior Citizen Bingo
We are happy to announce that Senior Citizen Bingo afternoons are returning! The first event will be Monday, Sept. 27, at Noon in the Parish Hall. Cards are $3 each or 2 for $5, and they are good for the afternoon.
Bingo games will follow lunch. Due to Covid restrictions, we will not yet be able to bring potluck dishes. Instead, we invite everyone to bring a sack lunch or fast-food lunch. We will be providing coffee and cupcakes. There will also be a 50/50 Raffle. Please invite your friends to join us. All are welcome! To RSVP or if you have any questions, please call Joan Sutton at (626) 824-2105.
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Mary, Undoer of Knots, Ribbon Wall
For those who would like to add the name of your deceased loved one to the Mary, Undoer of Knots, Ribbon Wall located in the Church, there will be a basket of ribbons located in the vestibule and in the Pastoral Office.
You may write the name of your loved one on the ribbon and then tie it to the wall. Donations gratefully accepted. Please bring donations to the Pastoral Office; specify “Ribbons.”
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Choir Rehearsals Begin
As we continue our journey, not just to normal, but a new and exciting chapter in our Parish, we are very glad to announce the return of Choirs to our Sunday Liturgies. We are also pleased to announce that Justin Senneff, who has been choir director of our 10:30 am Lightshine Choir for nearly four years, will also now lead the 8:30 am St. Luke Singers.
Rehearsals for the St. Luke Singers are held Wednesdays, 4:00-6:00 pm. Rehearsals for the Lightshine Choir will begin on Thursday, Sept. 23, 7:00-9:00 pm. Both rehearsals are held in the Church.
Parishioners with any, all or no musical abilities are welcome. We have lots of exciting plans for our choirs! Both choirs will make their return to Sunday Masses on Sunday, Oct. 17. For more information, contact Justin Senneff at senneffj@yahoo.com.
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New Bereavement Sessions Beginning
St. Luke Parish will offer a seven-week Bereavement Support Program for those who have lost someone dear. The program is open to all faiths, non-threatening, caring and very loving toward those who have suffered a loss.
The two-hour sessions will begin on Thursday, Sept. 23, and continue weekly at 7:00 pm on Thursdays through Nov. 4. Sessions will be held in the Parish Resource Center (located in the Rectory). The only cost involved is $12.00 for the workbook. Please call the Pastoral Office at (626) 291-5900 to sign up or for additional information.
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Mass Ministry Volunteers Needed
Have you considered how you can contribute to your St. Luke parish community? Here’s your chance. We are in need of volunteers for all our Mass Ministries: Eucharistic Ministers to the Altar, Lectors, Sacristans, Ushers, and Altar Servers
These ministries offer a wonderful way to volunteer and be a part of the Eucharistic experience. There is no extra time commitment outside your usual Mass attendance. Please prayerfully consider volunteering and call Kerrin at the Pastoral Office if you feel called to serve St. Luke. NOTE: Volunteers are required to be fingerprinted and be up to date with VIRTUS training.
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RCIA Classes to Begin in September
For New Members of the Catholic Faith
St. Luke Parish welcomes new members into the Catholic Church as well as those who need to complete their Initiation Sacraments. This is done through a process of education, faith sharing, and rituals known as the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA).
This process includes several Rites that take place within the context of the Mass. Gatherings are provided to encourage conversion and an awakening of faith as we study the Gospel in light of Catholic tradition and dogma.
If you or anyone you know is interested in taking this journey with us to the Easter sacraments, please call the Pastoral Office at (626) 291-5900 for more information. These classes will begin Wednesday, Sept. 29, possibly virtually if restrictions are still in place due to the pandemic. Either through electronic means or in person, we look forward to meeting with you and taking this faith walk together.
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Archbishop José H. Gomez has declared a Jubilee Year.
The “Forward in Mission” Jubilee Year will run from Sept. 11, 2021, through Sept. 10, 2022.
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40 Days for Life Campaign
Twice a year, 40 Days for Life (https://40daysforlife.com/) uses a peaceful approach of prayer, fasting, vigils and community outreach to change hearts and minds to choose life. From September 22 through October 31, you are invited to participate in the 40 Days for Life Fall campaign for an end to abortion.
Join others from St. Luke and neighboring parishes to peacefully pray (wearing a mask and socially distanced) in the public right-of-way outside Planned Parenthood El Monte, at 4786 N. Peck Road (corner of Peck and Lower Azusa), daily between the hours of 7:00 am and 7:00 pm during the 40-day vigil.
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PUT YOUR FAITH INTO ACTION
Support the Annual St. Vincent de Paul
Friends of the Poor Walk
The Los Angeles Council of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul (SVDP) is sponsoring a Virtual Friends of the Poor Walk on Saturday, Sept. 25. Please help the Saint Luke Team raise funds to assist people in poverty in our local community of Temple City.
It’s easy to donate! Go to the Friends of the Poor (FOP) Walk website at https://www.fopwalk.org/. Click on the green DONATE button. Under ‘Find a Walker,’ type Saint Luke and click Search. In the box for Saint Luke, Temple City CA, click ‘Donate to a Walker’ and follow the instructions to donate. Thank you and God bless you!
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Saints and Observances
Week of September 19, 2021
Sunday
Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Catechetical Sunday
Monday
Ss. Andrew Kim Tae-gŏn,
Paul Chŏng Ha-sang, and Companions
Sukkot (Jewish harvest festival)
begins at sunset
Tuesday
St. Matthew
Wednesday
Autumn begins
Thursday
St. Pius of Pietrelcina (Padre Pio)
Saturday
Blessed Virgin Mary
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The fruit of righteousness is sown in peace for those who cultivate peace.
— James 3:18
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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
Monday-Friday: 8:00 am-5:00 pm (Closed Noon-1:00 pm)
(626) 291-5900 |(626) 287-2332 (FAX) | www.stluketemplecity.org
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