31st Sunday in Ordinary Time | October 30, 2022 |
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Today’s reading from the book of Wisdom presents an image of a patient God who “rebuke[s] offenders little by little” (Wisdom 12:2), an image endorsed by the psalmist, singing of how the LORD is “slow to anger and of great kindness, and compassionate toward all his works” (Psalm 145:8, 9). Read more...
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Night of Remembrance
All parishioners are invited to attend St. Luke’s Night of Remembrance Mass on Wednesday, Nov. 2, at 7:00 pm. We will have a Mass to remember all those who have passed away. Names will be put in the program for all those who have died since November 2021 up to the present. (Anyone who was buried from St. Luke will automatically be listed in our program). Refreshments will follow the service in the Parish Hall.
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Poinsettia Religious Education Fundraiser
The Religious Education Program is hosting a Poinsettia Fundraiser to support scholarship funds for Religious Education and our Christmas Environment. Orders can be placed through the Pastoral Office or with a parishioner involved in Religious Education Programs. Orders with payment must be placed by Friday, Nov. 10. Plants can be picked up on Sunday, Dec. 4.
Great gift idea for the holiday season! Add to your home or office seasonal decor. Purchase a plant as a donation to the parish for our Christmas Season environment. Plants purchased in honor of someone will have the name placed on a keepsake with the plant and will be returned to you at the end of the Christmas Season. Thank you for your support! >Download Order Form
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Holy Day Information
All Saints Day
Tuesday, Nov. 1, is All Saints Day, a Holy Day of Obligation. Mass will be held Tuesday, Nov, 1, at 9:00 am and 6:00 pm (No Vigil Mass). Eucharistic Ministers to the Altar are needed for the additional Mass. Please support our holiday schedule and contact your Mass Ministry Chairperson to sign up. Thank you.
All Souls Day Envelopes
All Souls Day (Nov. 2) is when we commemorate the souls of all the Faithful Departed. All Souls Day envelopes are available at the church exits and may be brought to the Pastoral Office or placed in the collection baskets during weekend Masses. The faithful departed will be remembered at daily Masses during the month of November. Envelopes are also in the envelope packet mailed to parishioners.
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First Friday Masses & Adoration
First Friday Morning Mass on Nov. 4 will be held at 9:00 am. The Temple of God Prayer Group will host a Mass at 7:00 pm in the church. All are welcome. Adoration will be held 9:00 am-Noon in the Chapel in the Pastoral Office.
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Knights Host Intellectual Disabilities ‘Tootsie Roll’ Drive
St Luke Council 9128, Knights of Columbus, will host its Annual Intellectual Disabilities “Tootsie Roll” Drive the weekend of Nov. 5-6 after all of the Masses. This collection is in support of the Lincoln Training Center (LTC), a sheltered workshop for adults with special needs.
Lincoln Training Center (LTC) is a not-for-profit, 501c (3) organization based in South El Monte. Since 1964, LTC has progressed from a small group of parents teaching their sons and daughters simple production work to an accredited, award-winning organization helping hundreds of adults with disabilities and service disabled veterans throughout California find meaningful work. For more information, visit www.lincolntc.org.
This is the tenth year that your St. Luke Council 9128 has supported the Lincoln Training Center, so look for our yellow tabards and donation cans outside of the church exits after the weekend Masses. Donations of any amount are greatly appreciated. Checks should be made payable to “Columbian Foundation.” The Columbian Foundation is a 501(c)(3) tax deductible foundation. Donations can also be mailed to St Luke Council 9128, Knights of Columbus, PO Box 93, Temple City, CA 91780-0093.
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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, Nov. 13, 8:30 am-2:00 pm (rain or shine). 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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Interested in Proclaiming the Word of God?
We need lectors to proclaim the Word of God during Mass. No extra time is required other than your attendance at Mass. If you are interested in this beautiful ministry, please contact Kerrin in the Pastoral Office at (626)291-5900 or kerrin@stluketemplecity.org.
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The Filipino Marian & Eucharistic Ministry Raffle
Lady of Grace Sculpture of the Nativity
The Filipino Marian & Eucharistic Ministry is hosting a raffle for a chance to win a beautiful Veronese design Lady of Grace polyptych sculpture of the Nativity (11 3/8 inch).
Tickets are $1.00 each and may be purchased in the Gift Shop or the Pastoral Office. The proceeds will benefit the Filipino & Eucharist Ministry. The drawing will be held on Sunday, Dec. 18, 2022. Winner need not be present to win.
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St. Vincent de Paul St. Luke Food Pantry
Our St. Luke Food Pantry has resumed operations! Food is available by appointment. If you know of anyone in the community in need of food or assistance, please have them call St. Luke SVdP at (626) 684-2914.
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The Crib Project/St. Vincent de Paul Diaper Drive - Last Call!
October is Respect Life Month, and pregnant and parenting mothers and their families need our help! During the month of October, we are collecting baby items and diapers to benefit the Pregnancy Help Center of San Gabriel Valley.
Visit the baby crib in the vestibule of the church. Please take a tag from the crib or consider donating diapers, especially sizes 3, 4, 5 & 6. Bring the items and your donation of diapers to the crib throughout the month.
The Pregnancy Help Center, https://pregnancyhelpsgv.com, helps mothers who are pregnant or who think they might be pregnant, and provides them with support and resources during and after the pregnancy. Their phone number is (626) 309-0788.
Questions about the Crib Project and St. Vincent de Paul Diaper Drive? Please contact Judy McCarthy at (626) 443-6496 or Wendy McGrail at (626) 233-0786.
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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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LIFE, JUSTICE & PEACE SPOTLIGHT |
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Finding Healing After An Abortion
Women who have had an abortion, and their families, often feel guilt and may be plagued by grief. They may want help with healing from past abortions, but not know where to begin.
In his Evangelium Vitae, Pope John Paul II spoke with compassion to women who have had an abortion, reminding them of God’s love and mercy, and that it is never too late to seek God’s forgiveness.
“The Church is aware of the many factors which may have influenced your decision, and she does not doubt that in many cases it was a painful and even shattering decision. The wound in your heart may not yet have healed. Certainly what happened was and remains terribly wrong. But do not give in to discouragement and do not lose hope.
Try rather to understand what happened and face it honestly. If you have not already done so, give yourselves over with humility and trust to repentance. The Father of mercies is ready to give you his forgiveness and his peace in the Sacrament of Reconciliation. To the same Father and his mercy you can with sure hope entrust your child. With the friendly and expert help and advice of other people, and as a result of your own painful experience, you can be among the most eloquent defenders of everyone's right to life.
Through your commitment to life, whether by accepting the birth of other children or by welcoming and caring for those most in need of someone to be close to them, you will become promoters of a new way of looking at human life.”
Where can women and men affected by abortion go for support and healing?
Here are resources that can help:
Pregnancy Help Center of San Gabriel Valley
Post-abortion recovery counselor: Christine Lowe may be contacted at (323) 577-5693
By Your Side LA is the Los Angeles Archdiocese's official ministry journeying with women and men affected by abortion. The goal of By Your Side LA is to bring women and men hurting from past abortion experience to a place of peace and wholeness through conversation, reconciliation, and community. By Your Side is a comprehensive, bilingual ministry that includes a beautiful website, professional call center, trained lay Merciful Companions, and referrals to healing resources including sacraments, retreats, support groups, bible studies, mental health professionals, and more. They are there by the side of each person journeying from pain following abortion to a new place of forgiveness and peace. Call By Your Side LA at 877-301-9684 or visit ByYourSideLA.org.
Another resource is Project Rachel. This resource site is dedicated to connecting men and women in need of healing with the proper support in their local area. Call Project Rachel at (888) 456- HOPE (4673) or visit HopeAfterAbortion.com.
LoveLine is a pro-life helpline, founded by former abortion clinic worker Abby Johnson, which connects pregnant or post-abortive women in need to the proper resources. LoveLine is 24/7, 365 days a year. Call or text LoveLine @ 888.550.1588, or visit https://loveline.com.
Abortion doesn’t affect just women, but men need healing after abortion too. Here are some resources focused on helping men to heal after an abortion:
Also, remember that you can pray and fast with 40 Days for Life for the protection of innocent life in the womb and an end to abortion. Join with others from St. Luke and neighboring parishes to peacefully pray in the public right-of-way outside Planned Parenthood El Monte, at 4786 N. Peck Road, El Monte (corner of Peck and Lower Azusa) between the hours of 7:00 am and 7:00 pm, now through November 6. To volunteer, sign up at www.40daysforlife.com/local-campaigns/el-monte/ , or contact our area’s 40 Days for Life coordinator, Glendy, at (626) 756-6934.
~St. Luke Life, Justice and Peace Ministry
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Saints and Observances
Week of October 30, 2022
Sunday
Thirty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time
Monday
Halloween
Tuesday
All Saints
Wednesday
The Commemoration of
All the Faithful Departed (All Souls’ Day)
Thursday
St. Martin de Porres
Friday
St. Charles Borromeo
First Friday
Saturday
Blessed Virgin Mary
First Saturday
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The Lord lifts up all who are falling and raises up all who are bowed down.
— Psalm 145:14
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The E-bulletin is a supplement to the Parish Sunday Bulletin and is sent weekly to the e-mail address(s) in parishioners' registration records in our Gabriel Software Database. To update your parish records, click here or call the Pastoral Office. Please do not use the "Update Profile" link below.
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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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