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17th Sunday in Ordinary Time | July 24, 2022 |
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Prayer is our focus this weekend. In the Gospel, Jesus gives his disciples, and us, the Lord’s Prayer, which we have cherished through the centuries. The first two words encompass much about our faith—unity among all Christians (Our), and a sense that we are in a deeply bonded relationship with God (Father). Read more...
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Friends of St. Luke Fund 2022 Donors
~ Supporting Parish and School Maintenance and Operational Needs ~
(Click for List)
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St. Vincent Bundle Sunday
Our parish will have a Bundle Sunday for the Society of St. Vincent de Paul on Sunday, July 31, 8:30 am-2:00 pm. Please bring your usable clothing and usable household items to their truck here at our church in the North Parking Lot. They are also in need of all furniture and large appliances that can be arranged for a special pick up at your home by calling 1-800-974-3571. Thank you for your continued support!
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RCIA Classes - 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 which 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. We look forward to meeting with you and taking this faith walk together!
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Become a Confirmation Catechist
The St. Luke Faith Formation Program is looking for parishioners who are enthusiastic about sharing the Good News in active and insightful ways to our youth. If you feel the calling to lead our Confirmation candidates through their sacramental journey, please contact Luis Valdez, Confirmation Coordinator, at luis@stluketemplecity.org for more information or to schedule a meeting.
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Bereavement Ministry Volunteers Needed
We are looking for volunteers to join our Bereavement Ministry to help families prepare for funeral Masses. All that’s needed is compassion and good listening skills. Training will be provided. If you feel called to assist families in their time of need, please call Kerrin at the Pastoral Office at (626) 291-5900.
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Habitat for Humanity Volunteer Opportunity
Habitat for Humanity's mission is to provide safe affordable housing for the community. On Saturday, July 30, St. Luke parishioners are invited to join St. Elizabeth of Hungary parishioners, along with Habitat for Humanity staff to build two homes in Pasadena. Volunteers are greatly needed. Your skill level does not matter, and Habitat for Humanity provides all the equipment. It’s a rewarding experience for all and helps to improve the community.
If you are interested in volunteering or if you want more information, please send an e-mail to Ruben Corral, rjcorral@hotmail.com or call him at (626) 345-5892 and leave your name and phone number.
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St. Luke Family Ministry Movie Night
All are welcome! The St. Luke Family Ministry will host a movie night, featuring “Encanto,” on the field on Friday, Aug. 5. Arrive at 6:30 pm for activities (Movie to start near dark).
Great Food Available: Cheeseburgers/Hamburgers hot dogs, nachos, chili, drinks. Complimentary Treats: Popcorn, ice cream, shaved ice. Welcome to Bring: Food, snacks, wine, beer, goodies, blanket & chairs. Questions? Contact Jim Keelin at (626) 672-7069, Sandy Keelin at (626) 672-7068, Dan Andrews at (626) 475-8643 or Ella Andrews at (626) 475-3138. Or e-mail stlukesfamilyministry@yahoo.com.
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(Click for Registration Form and Donation Wish List)
Bring the entire family! Adults and children join one of the tribes of
Israel as we learn of our heritage in the Jerusalem Marketplace at
St. Luke Vacation Bible School, set for Aug. 1-5, 6:00-9:00 pm.
Dinner is included! $65 per person (Family rate available).
Registration deadline extended to July 30.
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Your Gifts Support Our Parish
Our thanks to the many generous individuals and families of our parish!
These gifts benefit the parish in so many ways, including helping to meet everyday expenses for liturgy, faith formation, and operations. For your convenience, gifts may be made several ways:
Envelope Users: Offertory envelopes can be placed in collection baskets during weekend Masses, mailed to the Parish Office, or dropped in the office mailbox.
Online Donations: Click the Make a Donation button on the Homepage of the parish website to give electronically one-time or make a recurring gift (or click on the button below).
By Phone: 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).
May God Bless You and Your Family for Your Continued Generosity!
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National Needs Combined Collection
This weekend, July 23-24, is the collection for the National Needs Combined Collection. This collection makes it possible to continue strengthening Catholic faith, values and education through the Catholic Communication Campaign’s television, radio and print messages. It helps support some of the poorest dioceses in the country that depend on annual collections.
Through vital evangelization programs, the Black and Indian Home Mission provides aid to some of the neediest African-American and Native American communities. It enables them to insure the highest standards of Catholic education through The Catholic University of America. Envelopes are in the pews. Please make checks payable to “St. Luke Church.” Donations may be deposited in the regular collection. Thank you!
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LIFE, JUSTICE & PEACE SPOTLIGHT |
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Celebrating Grandparents
This is a week of celebrations!
On July 24th we celebrate World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly. In January 2021, Pope Francis declared the fourth Sunday in July as World Day for Grandparents after praying the Angelus. The date has been chosen to be near the liturgical memorial of Saints Anne and Joachim, grandparents of Jesus.
The theme for this year's World Day for Grandparents and Elderly celebration is "In Old Age They Will Still Bear Fruit" (Ps. 92:15). The theme is meant to emphasize how grandparents are a gift both to society and the Church. The Vatican website has more information about this celebration.
July 25th is the anniversary of Humanae Vitae (Of Human Life), the 1968 encyclical of St. Paul VI that teaches about God's design for married love and the gift of life.
On July 26th we celebrate the Feast of Saints Joachim and Anne, the parents of the Virgin Mary and the grandparents of Jesus. This “feast of grandparents” serves as a reminder to grandparents of their responsibility to establish traditions for generations to come.
In the United States, the observance of Natural Family Planning Week is July 24-30. Visit the USCCB website for information about this observance: www.usccb.org/topics/natural-family-planning/national-nfp-awareness-week.
How might we honor grandparents and combine these celebrations? Here are some suggestions:
• Visit or call your grandparents or other elderly persons. This year, Pope Francis is extending the opportunity for a plenary indulgence "to the faithful who devote adequate time to visit, in presence or virtually, through the media, their elderly brothers and sisters in need or in difficulty” on July 24.
• If your grandparents are deceased, visit them at the cemetery.
• Forget-me-not flowers are the official flowers for Grandparents. Grandchildren might plant Forget-me-not seeds in memory of their Grandparents.
• Make a Holy Hour for Grandparents and the Elderly on the eve of Sunday, July 24. Pray for your grandparents.
• Since the feast of Saints Joachim and Anne falls within the week devoted to raising awareness of Natural Family Planning and Church teaching which support its use in marriage, consider including a reflection upon the vital role that grandparents play in the lives of their grandchildren.
• Grandparents might speak with their grandchildren about the virtue of chastity, the vocation of marriage, and the morality of NFP methods. The USCCB has more ideas on celebrating grandparents during Natural Family Planning Week: https://www.usccb.org/topics/natural-family-planning/nfp-week-celebrates-grandparents.
Prayer for Grandparents
Lord God almighty, bless our grandparents with long life,
happiness, and health. May they remain constant in
Your love and be living signs of your presence to their
children and grandchildren.
We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.
~Prayer from the USCCB
Saint Joachim and Saint Anne, pray for us!
~St. Luke Life, Justice and Peace Ministry
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Saints and Observances
Week of July 24, 2022
Sunday
Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
World Day for Grandparents
and the Elderly
Monday
St. James
Tuesday
Ss. Joachim and Anne
Friday
Ss. Martha, Mary, and Lazarus
Saturday
St. Peter Chrysologus
Blessed Virgin Mary
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"You were buried with him in baptism, in which you were also raised with him through faith in the power of God, who raised him from the dead."
— Colossians 2:12
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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: 8:30 am-4:30 pm (Closed Noon-1:00 pm)
(626) 291-5900 |(626) 287-2332 (FAX) | www.stluketemplecity.org
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