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18th Sunday in Ordinary Time | July 31, 2022 |
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Today’s readings invite us to reflect upon some of life’s deepest questions, and to explore the meaning of faith. We hear of the universal human search for meaning in our lives in the book of Ecclesiastes. 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 this 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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First Friday Masses & Adoration
First Friday Morning Mass on Aug. 5 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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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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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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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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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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(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 to be Accepted on Aug. 1 -
(In the Pastoral Office until 4:00 pm; at the Parish Hall 4:00-5:00 pm)
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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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Myth #1: The Dobbs decision bans abortion. The decision does NOT ban abortion; rather it allows states to form their own policies and laws based on how their own debates play out. Some states, like Texas and Ohio, are likely to have significant laws that will protect the unborn. Other states, such as California and New Jersey, want to expand abortion access.
Myth #2: Given that most US Americans support Roe, this decision overturning it is deeply unpopular. Although this is commonly espoused, nothing could be further from the truth. The confusion stems from the fact that, while many people say they support Roe, most people have very little idea what it said or did. Roe (and a decision which later supported its central holding, Planned Parenthood v. Casey) turned the United States into one of the most extreme pro-abortion countries in the world. The Washington Post found that the U.S. was one of only seven countries which allowed abortion after 20 weeks. Gallup has consistently found that about 70 percent of US Americans want abortion banned after 12 weeks.
Myth #3: This decision will criminalize the choices of women, especially women who have miscarriages and ectopic pregnancies. Care for ectopic pregnancies and miscarriages have nothing to do with abortion law because they are not abortions. Even the strong restrictions that exist in some states right now all make exceptions to protect the life of the mother, and many explicitly mention care for miscarriages and ectopic pregnancies. It is a fact that every pro-life organization is against criminalizing women, even if they have an abortion.
Myth #4: This decision will lead to bans of other practices related to prenatal life like surrogacy and IVF. Dobbs has nothing to do with these or any other matters beyond abortion. While states could regulate these practices so that they respect the dignity of women and of prenatal children, that was possible even if Roe and Casey had remained in effect.
Myth #5: This decision will lead to a ban on contraception. Dobbs has no bearing on contraception, nor is there any constituency trying to ban contraception. There are those who think that the Supreme Court case legalizing contraception was wrongly decided; yet every state in the union strongly supports legalized contraception. While Catholics see a link between abortion and the contraceptive mentality, they recognize that they are categorically different moral issues.
Many people who say they support abortion do not truly understand what an abortion is. Here is a short video about what happens when people are informed: Watch their minds change on abortion.
Heavenly Father, in Your love for us, protect those helpless little ones to
whom You have given the gift of life. Touch with pity the hearts of those
women pregnant in our world today who are not thinking of motherhood.
Help them see that the child they carry is made in Your image,
and theirs, and is made for eternal life. Dispel their fears.
Give them true womanly hearts to love their babies and give
them birth and the needed care that a mother alone can give.
Amen.
~St. Luke Life, Justice and Peace Ministry
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Saints and Observances
Week of July 31, 2022
Sunday
Eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Monday
St. Alphonsus Liguori
Tuesday
St. Eusebius of Vercelli
St. Peter Julian Eymard
Thursday
St. John Vianney
Friday
Dedication of the Basilica
of St. Mary Major
First Friday
Saturday
The Transfiguration of the Lord
First Saturday
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"Teach us to number our days aright, that we may gain wisdom of heart."
— Psalm 90:12
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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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