Twenty-Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time 6 October 2013 Saint Luke Church, Whitestone, New York. Pauper Sum Ego Nihil Habeo Cor Meum Dado

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1 Twenty-Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time 6 October 2013 Saint Luke Church, Whitestone, New York From the Desk of Msgr. Tosi -- Pauper Sum Ego Nihil Habeo Cor Meum Dado Forty years ago these words were inscribed on the base of my chalice, a gift given by my parents. Translated from Latin, these words mean: I am poor; I have nothing; I give my heart. As I celebrate forty years of priesthood this weekend, I have tried to make those words the foundation of my priestly ministry in the various assignments I have been given. Every priest is called to share the love of Christ with those he is called upon to serve. To be another Christ is not easy - for we are poor, lacking so many needed gifts; we are sinners. Yet Jesus calls the weak and sinful to priesthood and fills up what is lacking so that we can never claim it is our ministry. Rather, the ministry of every priest is to be Christ s ministry and Christ acting in us, through us and with us. What a great privilege to be the instrument of the One who came to serve and not to be served - who gave His life so that all might be saved. Likewise, I am grateful to so many who have shared their faith, hope and love with me during these forty years. Often in their weakness they have enriched me with great witness to the Gospel. Together we have supported each other in our personal journey of faith lived in the community of faith - the church. For a priest this takes place in so many ways - especially in the Sacraments and in particular the Eucharist. It is the Eucharist that is the heart and center of the priesthood. Please pray for me that I may be a good and faithful priest. I pray for all of you every day. May our Blessed Mother Mary continue to watch over the church and in a special way those called to priesthood. God bless. Let us pray for one another, Page 1

Tosi as pastor in a brief ceremony. Msgr. Tosi is grateful for the decision of the Bishop which is a great gift on his anniversary. Msgr. Tosi asks your prayers as he continues his priestly ministry among us.

2 Msgr. Tosi is pleased to announce that in a recent letter to him Bishop DiMarzio has renewed his appointment as Pastor of the Parish of Saint Luke. On Sunday, October 6 at the 1:00pm Mass celebrating his 40th Anniversary of Priesthood Ordination, Bishop Raymond Chappetto, D.D., V.G. will install Msgr. Tosi as pastor in a brief ceremony. Msgr. Tosi is grateful for the decision of the Bishop which is a great gift on his anniversary. Msgr. Tosi asks your prayers as he continues his priestly ministry among us. The following is a copy of Bishop DiMarzio s letter to Msgr. Tosi which was received at the rectory on October 1, Page 2

3 CELEBRATE THE REDEDICATION OF OUR CHURCH In 1898 the Church of Saint Luke was built in Whitestone, New York to provide for the spiritual needs of a small yet vibrant Catholic population. The church was and is a noble building dedicated to the glory of God and the service of God s holy people. We are blessed to have inherited so beautiful a building; we have accepted the sacrifice of its preservation. And so it s time to Rejoice. Please come and join in a series of events planned to mark this historic event. OTHER DEDICATION EVENTS -- MASS OF REDEDICATION with Bishop Chappetto, D.D., V.G. On Sunday, October 20, 2013 at 2:00pm Reception to follow in the Pastoral Center A Story of Faith in Stained Glass Sunday, October 13 from 3:00pm to 4:30pm Join Msgr. Tosi in a prayerful reflection on the beautiful stained glass (old and new) windows of the church. A witness to the faith, each window invites us to meditate on the gift of our Catholic faith. Feast of Saint Luke Friday, October 18 Masses will be celebrated in Honor of our Parish Patron 7:00am; 8:30am (the school community will attend) & 12 Noon An Evening of Prayer on the Feast October 18 at 7:00pm An exceptional event celebrating the life of Luke. The evening will include prayer, reflection and music conducted by Father Thomas Vassalotti and Fr. Daniel Champoli, both priests of the diocese and both accomplished musicians. Our own Jessica will share her gift of song and voice as well. The evening will include Eucharistic Adoration. Something out of the ordinary. Don t miss it! Page 3

Please join us for this historic moment in the life of our

4 MASS OF DEDICATION Sunday, October 20, 2013 at 2:00pm Celebrant Most Reverend Raymond Chappetto, D.D., V.G. Please join us for this historic moment in the life of our parish. All are welcome Refreshments to follow Mass in the Pastoral Center. Page 4

5 MISSION STATEMENT As a community of believers in Jesus Christ and in Communion with the universal church, we strive to follow the Lord s command to love God and one another. Rooted in word and sacrament, we grow together as a Eucharistic community inviting all to the Good News of Jesus. PRE-BAPTISM PROGRAM --- When preparing for the Baptism of your child, parents must attend a Pre-Baptism Class. Godparents are welcome and encouraged to attend. The class is held once a month usually on the third Monday night of the month at 7:30pm. The Baptismal Liturgy is usually celebrated on the second and fourth Sunday of the month at 3pm. No Baptism can take place until the church receives a copy of the child s Birth Certificate as required by the diocese. If you are planning a Baptism, please note the following dates: Baptism Sunday Baptism Class October 12 (Sat.) & 27 October 21 November 10 & 24 November 18 December 1 & 29 December 16 When considering godparents, please understand that a Godparent should: 1. be a firm and enthusiastic believer, ready, willing, and able to help his or her godchild live a Christian life. 2. be at least sixteen years old. 3. lead a life in harmony with the faith and the role to be undertaken. 4. have received all three of the Sacraments of Initiation: Baptism, Eucharist and Confirmation. 5. not be the child s parent. For more information and to schedule a baptism appointment, please call Sister Theresa at (718) Page 5

SUNDAY COLLECTION September 28 & 29 $10,932 Envelopes Mailed 1,959 Amount Needed $13,425 Envelopes Received 588 2013 ANNUAL CATHOLIC APPEAL This year s Annual Catholic Appeal comes to a close at the

6 SUNDAY COLLECTION September 28 & 29 $10,932 Envelopes Mailed 1,959 Amount Needed $13,425 Envelopes Received ANNUAL CATHOLIC APPEAL This year s Annual Catholic Appeal comes to a close at the end of December Allow me to once again express thanks and gratitude to all those who have supported the Annual Catholic Appeal As of September 30th a total of $85,036 has been pledged by 304 donors with $76,925 already received. I am especially grateful since so many parishioners have been so faithful in fulfilling their pledge to the Campaign for Saint Luke. And yet, we have still not reached our parish goal set by the Bishop which is $100,508. If the goal is not reached by the end of the Appeal, I will have to take what is owed from Campaign funds. I would like to avoid that action. In order to help those who may not as of yet made a gift to the Annual Catholic Appeal, we will have an In-Pew Solicitation at all Masses on the weekend of November 2 & 3rd. This will provide an easy way to join other parishioners in supporting this annual appeal so important for the fiscal viability of both diocese and parish. Remember, everything over goal comes back to the parish! So, thank you to those who made a gift and for those who have not - please consider coming prepared to make a gift on November 2 & 3. Renewing Our Faith Through Acts of Charity Msgr. Tosi VOCATION CORNER --- God did not give us a spirit of cowardice. Will you let the Holy Spirit lead you beyond your fearful hesitation to follow Christ as a priest, deacon or in the consecrated life? Contact the Vocation Office at (718) or vocations@diobrook.org. Page 6

7 KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS EVENTS Columbus Day Pasta Night With the Knights - Tuesday, October 8 at 6:30pm in the St. Mel s Men s Club ( th St., Flushing). Dinner starts at 7pm and includes Pasta Puttanesca, baked ziti, sausage and potatoes, great Italian dessert and Italian-American music. Proceeds from this event will benefit the Missionary Sisters of the Sacred Heart as well as the many good works of our Council. Admission $20 per adult (includes unlimited dinner, dessert and wine); Children under 12 are $7 per child. 3rd Annual Choice for Life Charity Event on Thursday, November 7 at Verdi s of Whitestone from 7pm to 11pm. Supporting the Sisters of Life and Expectant Mother Care - Frontline Pregnancy Centers of NYC. Admission is $60 per adult; $110 per couple; $550 per table of ten. The night will feature a full hot/cold buffet, wine, beer, soda, coffee, tea, dessert, great music by DJ Jimmy James, raffles and a 50/50. All proceeds split between the Sisters of Life and EMC. For more information, please contact Eddie Weisenburger at or eaw20@aol.com Anthony Belviso at , Dennis Ring at , or Ralph Cefalo at CONGRATULATIONS Please keep these couples in your prayers as they prepare to receive the Sacrament of Marriage here in our parish. Friday, October 11 at 1:30pm MARC FILIPPI & LINSAY GRISALES Friday, October 11 at 3:00pm JOSEPH MONTE & KATHERINE STARCK Saturday, October 12 at 11:30am WILLIAM BUTLER & LAURA GAVIN Join us on a Diocesan Lenten Pilgrimage To the Holy Land Msgr. McGuirl, Msgr. Harrington, Fr. Vassalotti, Fr. K. Sweeney, Chaplains For a Brochure call: Lucille catholic ( , ext. 208 Lucille@groupist.com Page 7

Martin A. Gleason Funeral Home, LLC Cordially invites you to their 100th Anniversary Mass of Thanksgiving October 12, 2013 1:30PM St.

8 Martin A. Gleason Funeral Home, LLC Cordially invites you to their 100th Anniversary Mass of Thanksgiving October 12, :30PM St. Luke Church Clintonville Street Whitestone, New York **************************************************************************** HOSPITALITY SUNDAY -- October 13 We will once again hold our monthly Hospitality Sunday beginning on Sunday, October 13th. Refreshments will be available in the Pastoral Center (former lower church) after all the Sunday morning Masses. Please stop by, have some refreshments and spend a little time with parishioners. On each Hospitality Sunday the Playground will be open for children of all ages. It will also be possible to visit the shrine to Our Blessed Mother - Our Lady of Lourdes - located in the playground and view the memorial stones placed in front of the statue. Our thanks to the Knights of Columbus - Msgr. Dillon Council - for hosting our first Hospitality Sunday of the new Pastoral Year. Next Hospitality Sunday - November 17th. **************************************************************************** A MESSAGE FOR PARISH LECTORS Copies of the Lectors Workbook in English will be available in the church Sacristy. If you have not yet picked up your copy, please do so as soon as possible. Page MASS BOOK The 2014 Mass Book will open on Wednesday, October 23rd. Please come to Saint Luke Hall in the Pastoral Center (formerly the lower church) between 9:00am and 4:00pm. A maximum of five Masses per family will be allowed. The offering for each Mass is $15. In the interest of saving time, please have exact change in the form of cash or check.

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10 Page 10...We are also grateful, Monsignor, for the most generous donation which Your Reverence

Hope to see you! **************************************************************************** Interested in becoming a parishioner? Please stop by the Rectory Office to pick up a parish census card.

11 The next Hospitality Sunday will take place on Sunday, October 13th. Why not join fellow parishioners and friends in the Pastoral Center after any of the morning masses (after the7:30am Mass through and including the 1:00pm Mass). Light refreshments will be available. Hope to see you! **************************************************************************** Interested in becoming a parishioner? Please stop by the Rectory Office to pick up a parish census card. You can fill it out at that time, or take it with you and drop it back by mail or in the collection basket at Mass. You will then be registered in the parish and begin to receive weekly offering envelopes. **************************************************************************** MINISTERS OF CONSOLATION MEETING -- Our Ministers of Consolation will meet with Sister Theresa on Thursday, October 10th at 7:30pm in the Pastoral Center. These ministers offer comfort and consolation to family members of parishioners who have died. During the wake these ministers assist the family in the preparation of the funeral Mass and then add their prayerful presence and support at the Mass itself. Please pray for our Consolation Ministers asking God to bless them for their generosity and dedication to the Parish of Saint Luke. Page 11

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ST. LUKE SCHOOL WHERE FAITH AND KNOWLEDGE MEET 718-746-3833 www.slswhitestone.

Reiter, the faculty and staff of Saint Luke School welcomed the students and families back to school. This year marks our 3rd Annual Back to School Night and most certainly the best yet.

13 ST. LUKE SCHOOL WHERE FAITH AND KNOWLEDGE MEET Celebrating 103 Years of Excellence in Catholic Education Page 13 By: Ericka Conlon Friday, September 27 th, Monsignor Tosi, Mrs. Reiter, the faculty and staff of Saint Luke School welcomed the students and families back to school. This year marks our 3rd Annual Back to School Night and most certainly the best yet. The entire St. Luke School community enjoyed an evening of good food, tasty treats, and most importantly, great company. Parents had the opportunity to relax and socialize, while the children played in the playground or on the Great Lawn. The DJ equipment turned the playground into a brightly lit oasis. Children and adults alike danced to an array of songs. The feeling of community was alive and strong! This event has become a favorite not just for the students of our school, but also for the alumni. Recent graduates always find their way home to this event. As an 8 th grade teacher, this evening gives me the opportunity to see and catch up with many of my former students. I am always thrilled to see how mature they have become and proud to hear of their many accomplishments. No matter what high school they attend or the number of years since they have graduated, the sentiment is always the same There is no place like home. Saint Luke School a second home to many of us. We are truly blessed to be a part of such a loving and welcoming parish. Welcome back to school and may the Holy Spirit guide us through this new school year! God bless the families of St. Luke School.

CONGRATULATIONS To Mrs. Barbara Reiter who has been asked by the Superintendent of Catholic School Support Services to become a member of the Teacher and Principal Personnel Committee.

14 CONGRATULATIONS To Mrs. Barbara Reiter who has been asked by the Superintendent of Catholic School Support Services to become a member of the Teacher and Principal Personnel Committee. The role of the committee is to develop policies and guidelines on a variety of issues related to Teacher and Principal personnel of the Brooklyn Diocese. We wish Mrs. Reiter well in this new responsibility. **************************************************************************************** WELCOME TO KINDERGARTEN The school year is underway! On Thursday, September 5 th Mrs. Molen welcomed her new Kindergarten class. The enthusiasm was contagious! Smiles filled our classroom as we all took some time to get acquainted. We read a story about going back to school and made First Day of Kindergarten headbands to celebrate the big day. This is the beginning of wonderful friendships and many memories will be made this year. We are all looking forward to a successful and fun year together. Page 14

15 SAYING GOOD-BYE TO SUMMER There were early morning tears when school began for Mrs. Pappalardo s Nursery 3 Class. By the end of the day, with the children settled in, there were happy faces among new friends! The month of September was filled with many activities and crafts. The class especially liked painting their leaves with watercolor and creating Modge Podge trees. We started the Letter Aa for apple, the color red and exploring circles. The little ones are enjoying the learning experience! Page 15

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17 SCRIPTURE READINGS Mon. - Jon 1:1-2:2,11; Lk 10:25-37 Tues. - Jon 3:1-10; Lk 10:38-42 Wed. - Jon 4:1-11; Lk 11:1-4 Thurs. - Mal 3:13-20b; Lk 11:5-13 Fri. - JI 1:13-15;2:1-2; Lk 11:15-26 Sat. - JI 4:12-21; Lk 11:27-28 WE PRAY FOR THE SICK: JENNIE ROMANO LOUIS FIAMMA THOMAS GEORGE BREEN FRANCIS McKENNA ANNA PUMA ELIZABETH LEA MELKUN JEROME PUCCIO MARGARET PUCCIO NADA STEPANCIC ROBERT PASSALACQUA BABY JOSEPH CARROZZO JOSEPH TOTINO FRANK MORELLI GERARDINA VITA TIMOTHY BOYLE ELIZABETH ANN SAVINO AND FOR THE DECEASED: MARY MAIRA MARIA MOSSA LOUIS J. FIAMMA MARY BAIO *********************************** MEMORIALS The Altar Bread is given in loving memory of ANDRE JANIAK requested by Barbara Peras & Steve Sumberac. ANNOUNCED MASSES FOR THE WEEK OF OCTOBER 7, 2013 Monday, October 7 7:00 Joseph Tomasso 12:00 Rose Ranallo (Anniversary) Tuesday, October 8 8:30 Antonio & Bambina DiRe 12:00 Diana O Connor (Birthday) Wednesday, October 9 7:00 John Purich (Birthday) 12:00 Carmine & Michael Colalillo & family Thursday, October 10 8:30 Giuseppe & Maria Romano 12:00 Maria Veljak Friday, October 11 7:00 Marisa Ciucci & Michael & Jean Marrone 12:00 Antonio & Bambina DiRe Saturday, October 12 8:30 Jack Heaney *********************************** COLLECTIVE INTENTIONS MASS The next Collective Intentions Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, October 27 at 11:45am At this Mass we pray for CARMELA NARDELLA Page 17

OLDIES SHOW -- St. Fidelis Church Fundraiser Oldies Show featuring Vito Picone & The Elegants, Lenny Dell & The Demensions, The Jarmels. Saturday, November 2, 2013 at 7:30pm in St.

18 OLDIES SHOW -- St. Fidelis Church Fundraiser Oldies Show featuring Vito Picone & The Elegants, Lenny Dell & The Demensions, The Jarmels. Saturday, November 2, 2013 at 7:30pm in St. Fidelis School Auditorium, 124th St. between 14th & 15th Avenues, College Point. Tickets are $40 each. For more information and tickets call or Seating is reserved and limited. All ticket sales the night of the show are cash only. All sales are final. THE BRIDGE TO LIFE, INC. Is in need of volunteers to include a CPA and those with computer skills to assist with our website. If you or someone you know is able to volunteer part time, please contact us at Tuesday to Friday 11:30am to 4:30pm, Saturday 9:30am to 12:30pm or thebridgetolife@verizon.net. POSITION AVAILABLE The Daughters of Charity at Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament parish convent, Bayside are in need of a part-time cook for 15 to 18 hours a week, from 2:30pm to 6:00pm, four or five days a week. Experience is helpful. We are located near bus lines (Q28, Q76 and Q31) also LIRR at Auburndale Station. If interested, contact sister Maura Hobart at Maura.hobart@doc.org or call for further information. TRADITIONAL LATIN MASS You are invited every 1st and 3rd Friday of the month at 7:15am to St. Fidelis Church, College Point. Parking available in Church lot; missalettes with translation available. Next Mass: October 18 FLEA MARKET & WOOL SALE 210 Street & 34th Ave., Bayside St. Josaphats Church on Sunday, Oct. 13 from 9am to 4pm. Polish meats, bread, cake & pastries available. The kitchen will be open for breakfast and lunch. Page 18

19 HOLY CROSS HIGH SCHOOL Francis Lewis Boulevard, Flushing, N.Y. Invites you to their Open House on Sunday, October 20 from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. For further information call: Mr. Giannuzzi (718) , Ext ST. FRANCIS PREPARATORY SCHOOL 6100 Francis Lewis Boulevard, Fresh Meadows, N.Y. Invites you to attend their Open House on Saturday, October 19th from 12 Noon to 4:30pm. For more information please call (718) or XAVIER HIGH SCHOOL 30 West 16th Street, New York, N.Y. Invites you to attend their Open House on Saturday, October 19 from 1-4pm. Advance registration is not required. Please call (212) or - admissions@xavierhs.org. THE MARY LOUIS ACADEMY Wexford Terrace, Jamaica Estates, N.Y. Invites you to attend their Open House on Sunday, October 20 from 10am to 3pm (Last Presentation 2pm). For 7th & 8th Grade students and their parents/guardians. ST. AGNES ACADEMIC HIGH SCHOOL th St., College Point, N.Y. Invites you to attend their Open House on Saturday, October 26 from 10am to 12:30pm. For more information, please contact the school at (718) DOMINICAN ACADEMY 44 East 68th St., New York, N.Y. Invites you to attend their Open House on Saturday, October 19 from 10:30am to 1:00pm. For more information please call (212) or or Ms. Olivia Soriano, Admissions at osoriano@dominicanacademy.org. ST. JOHN S PREPARATORY SCHOOL Crescent Street, Astoria, N.Y. Open House on Saturday, October 19 from 11am-3pm. For more information please call (718) MSGR. McCLANCY MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL Open House for young men and women on Saturday, October 12th from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. Page 19

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The Third Sunday in Ordinary Time 27 January 2013 Saint Luke Church, Whitestone, New York

The Third Sunday in Ordinary Time 27 January 2013 Saint Luke Church, Whitestone, New York From the Desk of Msgr. Tosi--- Rolling up the scroll, he handed it back to the attendant and sat down, and the