SAINT LUKE THE EVANGELIST Catholic Community

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1 SAINT LUKE THE EVANGELIST Catholic Community PENTECOST SUNDAY May 15, 2016 PARISH HAPPENINGS At a Glance Youth Ministry Taco Fundraiser Sunday, May 15 Weekly Bingo Games Tuesday, May 17 School Wine Tasting Fundraiser Friday, May 20 MOMS Ministry Meeting Saturday, May 21 Children s Liturgy of the Word Sunday, May 22 Boy Scouts Host Magic Show Sunday, May 22 In one Spirit we were all baptized into one body. - 1 Corinthians 12:13a 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 Cloverly Ave., Temple City, CA (626)

2 May 15, PARISH INFORMATION ST. LUKE CATHOLIC CHURCH 5605 Cloverly Ave. Temple City, CA (626) (626) (FAX) PASTOR Fr. Mark A. Strader (626) x233 Fr.MAStrader@stluketemplecity.org PAROCHIAL VICAR Fr. Nicholas Assi (626) x229 Fr.Nick@stluketemplecity.org Sunday Assistance from the Salesian Priests PASTORAL OFFICE HOURS Monday-Friday: 8:00 am-7:30 pm Saturday/Sunday: 8:00 am-1:00 pm MASS SCHEDULE WEEKEND MASSES Saturday 5:30 pm (Keyboard/Cantor) Sunday 6:30 am (Organ/Cantor) 8:30 am (St. Luke Singers) 10:30 am (Lightshine Choir) 5:30 pm (Youth) WEEKDAY MASSES Monday-Friday 9:00 am 8:20 am (Rosary) Bulletin Submissions Content for the May 22 Print and E-Bulletin is due Monday, May 16. Please send submissions to bulletineditor@stluketemplecity.org or deliver to the Pastoral Office. Submit information by the Monday before the publication date; printed as space allows. Reserve flier space 3 weeks prior. UPCOMING EVENTS Hospitality Corner Closed Today The Hospitality Table will be closed today, Sunday, May 15, and resume on May 22, with Summer Ministry Events as the host. Come by for some coffee, doughnuts and fellowship. Wine Tasting Fundraiser St. Luke Catholic School will host a Wine Tasting on Friday, May 20, 6:00-9:00 pm in the Plaza and Parish Hall. The proceeds will benefit St. Luke Catholic School. Enjoy a night of wine tasting, live music, and hors d oeuvres with friends. Wine, beer and bottles of wine will be available for purchase. Early Bird Tickets: $25; At Door: $35. Tickets available at the School Office. Call (626) or principal@stluketemplecity.org. MOMS Ministry Meeting The next MOMS Ministry (Ministry of Mothers Sharing) is Saturday, May 21, 10:00 am- Noon in the Parish Resource Center. The ministry is a sharing and support group for mothers to learn and bond in our Catholic faith. Women who are not mothers are also welcome. Pantry Weekend Coming Up NEXT WEEKEND, May 21-22, is our parish s monthly Food Pantry Weekend. We are requesting donations of the following items: canned chicken, canned tuna, cold cereal, peanut butter and jelly, canned fruit and canned pasta sauce. These items can be brought to Mass or to the Pastoral Office during the week. Monetary donations may be made using the St. Vincent de Paul envelopes found in the pews. Please make checks payable to "St. Luke Catholic Community." We thank all of our parishioners for your generosity in supporting your St. Luke Food Pantry. As a result of your generosity, your Food Pantry continues to provide wholesome meals each month for 45+ families within our local community. Our next distribution is Friday, May 27. If you know of anyone in the community that is in need of this help, please have them call SVdP at (626) Children s Liturgy of the Word The Liturgy of the Word for Children will be held Sunday, May 22, at the 10:30 am Mass. Children K-6th grades are invited. Children are dismissed, hear the scripture readings at their level of understanding, and then return to the Mass at Offertory. Boy Scout Troop Hosts Magic Show Fundraiser St. Luke Boy Scout Troop 167 will host a Magic Show Fundraiser on Sunday, May 22, featuring the magic of Taylor Hughes! Show times are 1:00 pm and 4:00 pm. The Boy Scouts will be selling tickets TODAY after the Sunday morning masses. Tickets are also available in the Pastoral Office or contact David Muñoz at (323) See p. 8 for details. Labors of Love for St. Luke It s time to tidy up again! All parishioners and ministries are invited to participate in the next Labors of Love for St. Luke event set for Saturday, June 4, 9:00 am-noon. The day is an opportunity to work together and care for our church and property grounds with some extra cleaning and maintenance projects. Please meet in the Parish Hall. For more information, contact Barbara Hansen at (626) ext. 227 or barbara@stluketemplecity.org. St. Vincent de Paul Bundle Sunday Coming Soon! On Sunday, June 12, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul truck will be at St. Luke Church for Bundle Sunday. The items you donate on Bundle Sunday go to the Society of St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store. This generates funds for the Society, provides critical items at low cost for people in need, and supplies our St. Luke Conference with furniture and other items for those we assist locally. Please begin to collect your unneeded and useable clothing, shoes, small appliances, household items, linens, books, toys, etc. For donations of large items such as furniture and appliances, please call (800) 97-HELP-1 for pick up at your home.

3 Pastoral Office (626) Father Mark s Corner Happy Birthday, Church! This weekend we celebrate the Feast of Pentecost and the gift of the Holy Spirit upon our community. We are sent forth into the world as bearers of the Spirit and proclaimers of the Good News. We are people of action who have spent time contemplating and worshiping the Lord and move out into our world to make a difference by bringing life to the Gospel. We celebrate with our young students this weekend when they receive their First Holy Communion and are challenged to see themselves as witnesses to the Lord s love in their lives. However, they must continue to witness that same necessary example in their own parents and other adults in their lives. The reception of a sacrament is NOT the end of the journey but the beginning of our response to a deeper involvement and pledge to our faith journey. May our faith life and this community be renewed each time we receive the Eucharist and hear the words of sending forth, sharing the gifts that God has given to each one of us. Blessings in God s Holy Spirit. Spiritual Reflection: Come, Holy Spirit! Renew us! Change us! Recreate us! Weekly Collection Report Saint Luke the Evangelist Catholic Church depends upon the generosity of its parishioners to support its mission of faith. Thank you for your contributions and commitment to our parish community. SUNDAY GIVING: Sunday, May 8, 2016 $12,013 (318 envelopes) Sunday, May 1, 2016 $15,018 (395 envelopes) Sunday, April 24, 2016 $12,838 (320 envelopes) Sunday, April 17, 2016 $10,638 (320 envelopes) Sunday, May 10, 2015 $12,450 (340 envelopes) Sunday, May 3, 2015 $14,851 (409 envelopes) Sunday, April 26, 2015 $10,151 (323 envelopes) Sunday, April 19, 2015 $13,498 (392 envelopes) Join the Bingo Fun! Game Next Tuesday, May 17 See p. 4 for details. St. Luke School News & Updates Registration Registration information for the School Year (TK-8th Grade) is now available in the School Office and online at St. Luke Catholic School continues to be a fabulous place to educate students who are well prepared for their future. Our Catholic identity and values are integrated into everything we do. School Presents Charlie and the Chocolate Factory St. Luke Catholic School s Theater Program will be present Charlie and the Chocolate Factory on Thursday, May 26, at 7:00 pm in the Parish Hall. Doors open at 6:30 pm. COST: General Admission: $5; Preferred Seating: $10 (Reserved seats in the first few rows). Tickets can be purchased at the School Office during school hours or at the door. For more information, call the School Office at (626) Leave the Cooking to Us! The Youth Ministry Program will host a Taco Fundraiser TODAY, Sunday, May 15, 8:00 am to Noon in the Plaza. Enjoy some great tacos or take them to go! Meat Choices: Chicken and Beef. Combo Plate (3 tacos, rice and beans): $8.00. Individual tacos are $1.50 each. Special Family Combo (3 tacos per person, rice and beans; serves 4): $ Soda and water available for sale. Fundraiser supports our youth attending leadership camps and conferences. Thank you for your support! 3

4 May 15, 2016 MASS INTENTIONS Week of May 16, 2016 Monday, May 16 9:00 am Frances De Castro Tuesday, May 17 9:00 am Nick Torres-SI Wednesday, May 18 9:00 am Priests Intentions Thursday, May 19 9:00 am St. Luke Parishioners Friday, May 20 9:00 am Mark Wade Saturday, May 21 5:30 pm Eva Arrighi Christopher Castner Ron Hadaway Sunday, May 22 6:30 am Sara Zambrano-SI Priests Intention 8:30 am Eva Arrighi Bertha Custer Frank Spina 10:30 am Bradley Greaves Cruz Garcia Ron Hadaway 5:30 pm Baby Reily Finch Priests Intentions Need a Venue for an Event? - Parish Hall Space Available for Rent - NEWSand NOTES Religious Education (RE) Program Registration Information Preschool, Family Catechesis, Home Church and High School Confirmation Classes Registration packets can be picked up in the Pastoral Office or downloaded from the Parish Website, Registrations may not be turned into the Pastoral Office. All registrations have to be accepted in person with the Staff of Religious Education on the dates and times listed below. Class size is limited. Sunday, June 12, Church Meeting Room, 9:00 am-noon Sunday, July 17, Church Meeting Room, 9:00 am-noon Sunday, Aug. 7, Church Meeting Room, 9:00 am-noon All Registrations received after Aug. 7 will be assessed a $25 late fee. Sunday, Aug, 21, Room 404, 4:00-5:00 pm Registration by appointment only after the above mentioned dates. Program calendars will soon be available on the Parish Website and in the Parent Handbook. Vacation Bible School Vacation Bible School will be held the week of Aug. 1-5, 9:00 am-noon daily. Theme: Cave Quest - Following Jesus, the Light of the World! Come join us for a week filled with games, fun, learning and food. The early registration fee is $35 per child through June 13 (Pottytrained through 12 years of age). Cost is $45 per child after that date. Registration forms are available at the Pastoral Office or at Volunteers Needed! All adults must be up to date with VIRTUS training and be fingerprinted. If interested, contact Ivonne Melendrez at (626) ext. 247 or youth@ stluketemplecity.org. Come Join the Fun, You Just Might Win! More Players, Higher Prize Money! Play Eight Games for Just $10! Early Bird Price in First Session Fundraiser Hosted by St. Luke Catholic Community & St. Luke School ~ Next Game is Tuesday, May 17 ~ Meetings Parties Retreats Concerts/Performances Call for a tour or to book an event. (626) Parish Hall ~ Doors Open at 4:30 pm 1st Session: 5:30 to 6:30 pm (8 games) 2nd Session: 7:00 to 8:30 pm (8 games) For the latest news and updates, visit 4

5 Pastoral Office (626) ANNOUNCEMENTS Drought-resistant Plant Donations Requested A Life Scout from Troop 266 is working on his Eagle Project at St. Luke Church and is seeking assistance from parishioners. The project is being organized by J. Wu and involves replacing the Japanese Garden Trees and rose bushes in the front parking lot with drought-resistant plants. Parishioners are invited to donate plants for the project. Requested plants include Salvia Pachyphylla Blue Fame, Salvia Greggii, Munstead Violet English Lavender, Rosemary bushes, Agastache Acapulco Orange, Zwartkop Plant, and Nepeta faassenii Select Blue (Catmint). Plants are generally $7-$10 each. Any donations would be greatly appreciated! Plants can be delivered to the Pastoral Office during the week through May 29. For more information, call (626) Thank you for your support! Month of May Crib Project Our annual May Collection for the Pregnancy Help Center of San Gabriel Valley will continue through Sunday, May 29. You have always been extremely generous to us and we thank you for that. Please take a tag from the crib and bring the items back the next Sunday and place them in the crib. Please do not deliver items to the Pastoral Office. Donations, especially larger items, may be delivered to the Pregnancy Help Center, located at 5626 Rosemead Blvd., Temple City. Hours: Monday- Thursday, Noon-6:00 pm; Closed Friday-Sunday. Baby toiletries and diapers size 2, 3 and 4 are the number one need. All baby items are welcomed from newborn to 24 months. The tags on the crib will give you more ideas. Questions? Contact Judy McCarthy at (626) or jmccarthy1425@sbcglobal.net. Liturgy Notes The church wakes up to an amazing message this morning. Look around and see who has been called. Listen to the voices of those who proclaim Jesus is Lord. You'll find no race of people left out; you'll find no language on earth unfit to proclaim the glory of God. We call Pentecost Sunday the "birthday of the church." In many ways, the church is still being born. Only when we all know the peace Jesus offered in today's Gospel will we really know the fullness of the Holy Spirit. When we look around us in the church we should see everyone. But we don t. Not yet. What is holding us back from fully embracing the one Body of Christ? When will we see our differences as manifestations of the same Holy Spirit? (c) J. S. Paluch Co. AROUND TOWN Home School Fair Southern California Catholic Home Educators will host the 17th Annual Home School Conference and Curriculum Fair on Saturday, June 18, 8:00 am-4:00 pm at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 1015 Baker Street, Costa Mesa. The day includes great information from speakers and vendors. Plus, pick up used curriculum resources and have all your questions about home schooling answered. For more information, visit www. southerncaliforniacatholichomeeducators.org. Transformative Stewardship is transformative. Once we embrace the stewardship message it changes the way we look at every decision we make. Stewardship becomes a total way of Life. (Stewardship is stewardship) As the journey continues Being a Good Steward BAPTISMS & BAPTISM CATECHESIS Baptisms are by appointment. For Baptism Preparation Classes for parents and godparents, call the Pastoral Office or contact Barbara Hansen at (626) , ext 227. RECONCILIATION (CONFESSIONS) Saturdays from 4:00 to 5:00 pm or by appointment. ANOINTING OF THE SICK Call the Pastoral Office. Available upon request in the event of a serious illness or medical emergency. WEDDINGS/FUNERALS Call the Pastoral Office (6 months prior to wedding). HOLY DAYS OF OBLIGATION 7:00 pm Vigil (Eve of Holy Day), 6:30 & 9:00 am, 7:00 pm SACRAMENTS, DEVOTIONS & PRAYERS PERPETUAL HELP NOVENA Tuesdays after the 9:00 am Mass. PILGRIM VIRGIN AVAILABLE The Legion of Mary has a Pilgrim Virgin available for parishioners to borrow for a week s time to pray for world peace, the conversion of sinners, or any other intentions. FIRST FRIDAY ADORATION AND MASS Adoration following the 9:00 am Mass in the Chapel until 7:00 pm (located in the Pastoral Office). Evening Mass also at 7:30 pm. CHILDREN S MASS & CHILDREN S LITURGY OF THE WORD Held at the 10:30 am Mass throughout the year. Please check the bulletin for dates. 5

6 May 15, 2016 A Celebration of Many Blessings You are Cordially Invited to Father Mark A. Strader's 25th Jubilee, 70th Anniversary of St. Luke Parish, and Appreciation Celebration Sunday, June 5, 2016 Celebration Mass at 10:30 am Reception to Follow in Parish Hall ~ All are Welcome ~ St. Luke Catholic Community is blessed to have so many dedicated parishioners and ministries who continue to inspire through servant leadership and a commitment to the Gospel message. We are humbled by the examples and legacy of the religious leaders and parishioners who founded our parish, those who fostered its growth, and those who have continued its mission. We are also privileged to be guided by our shepherd, Rev. Father Mark A. Strader, who in this Jubilee Year of Mercy is celebrating his 25th Anniversary of Ordination. RSVP Not Required Father Mark has requested no gifts, just your presence. It is his hope that the day is a celebration of our entire community and its many blessings. Cards of appreciation/ Vacation Fund contributions welcomed. This parish event will take the place of our Annual Parish Appreciation Dinner this year. -Parish Pastoral Council 6

7 Pastoral Office (626) St. Luke Catholic Community s 29th Annual Fiesta Thank You Sponsors & Supporters April 22, 23 & 24, 2016 Diamond Sponsor Beacon Media Group/Temple City Tribune Dolores Chili Mid Valley News & Mid Valley Radio Pierce Brothers Turner & Stevens Mortuary Platinum Sponsor Carmine s Italian Restaurant Downtown LA Auto Group Phil & Mary Daniels, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Arcadia Super A Foods Gold Sponsor Mercury Mailing & Printing Silver Sponsor Helen Chen Marston, Keller Williams Realty Knights of Columbus, St. Luke Council #9128 Zaxwerks, Inc. Bronze Sponsor The Berry Family The Blum Family Kiwanis Club of Temple City La Salle High School The Magluyan Family Father John Neiman Rita Padilla, Dilbeck Real Estate Deborah Radwan Cyl & George Rudar, American Heritage Realtors Pinnacle Dental Care P.S. Construction St. Luke Temple of God Prayer Group Partner Sponsor The Broomfield Family The Hat No. 5 Lee & Mary Jensen Lemoine Enterprises Dave & Beverly Mills Modern Lighting Justin Pechlert, New York Life Insurance Company Rocky s Complete Homecare Service, Joe Rockenbach Society of St. Vincent de Paul, St. Luke Conference The Travis Family Vineyard Builders Inc., M ac Pherson, Heylmun, Lespron Contributors The Chen Family The Ching Family Don & Kathryn Nielsen Gene & Kathy St. Pierre Trilogy Orthodontics Event Supporters A-Brite Cleaning Accelerated Rental All-Entertainment AmeriCare Ambulance Armstrong Nursery BAM Graphics California Snack Foods California Party Rentals Tom Chavez, Attorney at Law Classic Distribution & Beverage Community of Christ Church M. DiRito Enolas Kettle Corn Fanny s Flowers Got Corn? Jim Grana JNL Creations Jim Harringer Highlander Plastics Jerry Jambazian Lisa Larios La Vencedora Products, Inc. LA Newspaper Group Joe Montoya Norman s Nursery Nuccio s Nurseries Pavilions Quality Waste St. Luke Boy Scout Troop 167 St. Luke Parish & School Staff Temple City Chamber of Commerce Temple City Sheriff s Station Steve Thorne TM Studio Production & DJ Entertainment Services John Villa, The Dance Syndicate Rich and Pat Wenzel Wilkies Florist Thank You Booth Captains! Don & Kathryn Nielsen Plant Booth Alex & Susie Ochoa, Tom Boecking Funnel Cakes / Aguas Naturales Mando & Adrianna Calleros Tri-Tip & Pulled Pork Dave Muñoz Chili Fries & More Raylene Wilkerson French Dip Sandwiches Jenn Oliver Bacon Dogs Steven & Nora Greaves/Boy Scout Troop 167 Pizza/Carmine s Italian Martha Figueroa Baked Goods Manny Castillo Mexican Food Grace Campos Hamburgers Jun Acolentava Filipino Food George and Cyl Rudar Beverages Jim & Sandy Keelin/St. Luke Family Ministry Ice Cream Christy Schwehr Baked Potato Mike Sacco, Bob Edgley Beer Garden Sam Magluyan Candy & Churro Ivonne Melendrez/Youth Ministry Face Painting St. Luke Catholic School PTO Information Booth Paula Pearl, Dee Greaves Boutique & Craft Fair Sharon Diot, Holly Rendon Food & Game Ticket Booth Cris DiRito Spin Art Sal Vega Golf Putt Trish Le Confetti Eggs Georgianna Arnold-Coto Silent Auction Boy Scout Troop 167 Event Support Ari Orue First Aid Services Thank you to the DEDICATED VOLUNTEERS who shared their time at the 2016 Fiesta! Thank you to the participating Exhibitors and Boutique Vendors and all parishioners who gave in-kind donations, such as supplies, vases and plants, baked goods, egg shells, and boutique items. Fiesta Committee Father Mark A. Strader, Pastor Chris Goad, Event Chair Mary Riherd Broomfield, Marketing Chair John Campos, Set-up/Equipment Tom Chavez, Advisor Ben Garcia, Security Co-Chair Don James, Set-up/Equipment Steve Hartman, Set-up/Equipment Robbie McCullah, Set-up/Equipment Tom McIntee, Music Bob Milner, Food Co-Chair Ricardo Morales, Security Co-Chair David Muñoz, Food Chair Fred Ortiz, Security Co-Chair Ray Pearl, Finance Chair Holly Rendon, Volunteer Chair Margaret Riherd, Staff Liaison Richard Victor, Food Co-Chair Pam Vigil, Games & Entertainment Chair 7

8 May 15, 2016 YOUTH MINISTRY NEWS THURSDAY NIGHTS May 26 - Prayer Night* June 2 - Prayer Night* June 9 - Team Meeting SUNDAY NIGHTS May 22 - Fun Night June 5 - Praise & Worship* *Jr. High students (7th & 8th Gr.) are invited GENERAL INFORMATION Sunday Youth Mass at 5:30 pm Meeting Days & Times: Thursday & Sunday Nights, Youth Room from 6:30 to 8:30 pm, unless otherwise specified Contact the Youth Room at ext. 247 for details. Year of Mercy Information - Archdiocese of Los Angeles Events - Visit All are welcome. SAFEGUARD THE CHILDREN DID YOU KNOW... Tips for Preventing Abduction Teaching children about abduction safety is important, but the ultimate responsibility lies with trusted adults. One thing you can do is use roleplaying scenarios to help children learn how to recognize and respond to risky situations. Money raised will help the Scouts purchase equipment and supplies for their monthly outings. The Boy Scouts will be selling tickets TODAY after the Sunday morning masses. Tickets are also available in the Pastoral Office or contact David Muñoz at (323) Thank you! To learn more about abduction and how to better protect your child, please jvienna@laarchdiocese.org or call (213) to receive a fact sheet from KidSmartz.org. Parish Registration Form Welcome to Our Parish! If you are a newcomer to the parish and would like to register, please complete the information below and return to the Pastoral Office or deposit in the Sunday collection. Call the Pastoral Office for more information. Name: Phone: Cell Phone: Address: City: Zip: Address: 8

9 Pastoral Office (626) OFFICE STAFF Kerrin Fuller, Parish Secretary, ext. 222, Margaret Riherd, Bookkeeper, ext. 224, Barbara Hansen, Director of Religious Education, ext. 227, Don James, Maintenance Manager, ext. 228 Ellen Rivera, Coordinator of Parish Ministry & Activities, ext. 231, Ivonne Melendrez, Confirmation & Youth Ministry Coordinator, ext. 247, Roy McMeen, Director of Music Ministries, (626) Mary Riherd Broomfield, Bulletin Editor, (626) , Eddie Melendrez, Webmaster, CONTACT DIRECTORY & RESOURCES ST. LUKE CATHOLIC SCHOOL (626) Yvette Jefferys, Principal, ext. 239, MASS MINISTRIES Altar Server Committee - Tiffany Desy, miss.desy.4@gmail.com Eucharistic Ministers to the Altar - Nate Miranda, (626) , gunnernate@yahoo.com Lectors - Ed Shanick, (626) , edshanick@charter.net Sacristans - Maria Garcia, (626) Ushers - John Decemvirale, (626) , decemvirale@hotmail.com Society of St. Vincent de Paul - Wendy McGrail, (626) Call for large/heavy item pick up. Visit the Parish Website ( for information about all parish ministries and organizations. VIRTUS REMINDER: If you have taken a VIRTUS class, a copy of the certificate needs to be turned in to the Pastoral Office so that your attendance is recorded. Classes are only good for four years. You must take a recertification class before the four years expire. If you know that you are not current in VIRTUS, the Pastoral Office has a list of classes being held in the area. New Parish E-bulletin! Check Your Inbox! The Parish E-bulletin is a communications supplement to the Parish Bulletin and is sent to the address(s) in parishioners registration records. To be added or removed from the list or to update your address on file, contact the Pastoral Office or bulletineditor@stluketemplecity.org. ADS