Office Hours Monday through Friday 9AM-5PM (closed Noon - 1PM) Saturday 9AM-3PM There are no office hours from Saturday 3PM until Monday morning 9AM. The Parish Staff Rev. Peter. J. Penton Rev. Lukasz Lech Parochial Vicars Sister Katherine Burke, C.S.J. Director of Religious Education Sister Theresa Agliardi, R.S.M. Pastoral Associate Mrs. Barbara Reiter Principal Jessica Tranzillo-Smith Director of Music Holy Mass is offered Saturday Sunday Daily Masses 5PM 7:30AM; 9AM (Italian); 10:30AM; 11:45AM; 1:00PM; 5:00PM Mon.-Wed.-Fri. 7AM & 12 Noon Tues.-Thurs. 8:30AM & 12 Noon First Friday 7:00AM, 8:30AM & 12 Noon Sat. 8:30AM (no Noon Mass) Confessions Saturday 3:30PM - 4:30PM; and by appointment or when requested. The Rectory is the home of our Priests as well as the site of the parish offices. Please call ahead before coming with parish business in order that your inquiry will be assisted by a knowledgeable staff person. Devotions First Friday: Continuous Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament 9AM-9PM. (except July & August) The holy Rosary follows the 7AM and precedes the 8:30AM and the Noon Mass each day. The Miraculous Medal Novena follows Noon Mass every Monday. The Charismatic Prayer Group meets Tuesdays at 7:30PM. The Italian Charismatic Prayer Group meets Thursdays at 7:30PM. The Padre Pio Prayer Group meets the last Tuesday of the month at 7:30PM. Saint Luke Church 16-34 Clintonville Street, Whitestone, New York 11357 TEL: (718) 746-8102 FAX: (718) 746-3589 WWW: STLUKEWHITESTONE.ORG The Sacraments Baptism of Infants - Please call Sister Theresa at 718-746-8531 or 718-746-8102 to schedule a baptism interview. Weddings - Please contact one of the priests PRIOR TO MAKING PLANS WITH A WEDDING HALL. The Bishop requires in all cases that weddings be set no later than six months prior to the date. Rite of Christian Initiation (R.C.I.A.)- Interested in becoming a Catholic? Need to receive Communion and Confirmation? Call Sister Katherine Burke, C.S.J. at (718) 746-3409. Ministry to the Sick If anyone is confined to home and unable to come to Mass, please call the Rectory to arrange to have the sacraments brought. If you foresee hospitalization, please call the Rectory and arrange to be anointed. Saint Luke School Rev. Msgr. John C. Tosi, Pastor WWW.SLSWHITESTONE.ORG 16-01 Msgr. Dillon Place, (150 Place) Whitestone, NY 718-746-3833 Mrs. Barbara Reiter, Principal Our school serves the community with classes from Tiny Tots through Eighth Grade Mommy & Me Class 718-344-7620. School of Religion offering Religious Education classes to our young people attending public school. Our Director of Religious Education, Sister Katherine Burke, C.S.J., can be reached in her rectory office at 718-746-3409. Volunteers are always welcome. Music Office Jessica Tranzillo-Smith is our parish Director of Music. She can be reached at the Music Office at 718-746-3862
Fourth Sunday of Easter 17 April 2016 Saint Luke Church, Whitestone, New York From the Pastor -- Jesus said: My sheep hear my voice; I know them and they follow me. I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish. No one can take them out of my hand. (John 10:27-30 During this Easter Season the church rejoices in the gift of our salvation in Christ. The words of today s Gospel are truly a cause for rejoicing as Jesus reminds us that those who hear His voice shall not perish; He gives eternal life to the sheep; as Good Shepherd Jesus assures us that no one can separate us - no one can take them out of my hand! It is with this spirit of joy and trust in Jesus and His love for us that the church today celebrates a World Day of Prayer for Vocations. Today we pray that many within the church will have open ears - and open hearts - to generously respond to the call of the Good Shepherd to a vocation to the permanent diaconate, the priesthood, and consecrated life. Remember the advice so often spoken by the Lord: Do not be afraid. Let trust not fear fill our hearts as we pray with confidence for an increase in vocations. The Lord Jesus calls - May those called say Yes in lives of service to God and the church. God bless. Let us pray for one another In Christ Risen, World Day of Pray for Vocations Today the Church throughout the world prays for vocations. Will you make a special effort to ask the Lord for more vocations to the priesthood and religious life? - Pray for the priests who have ministered to you throughout your life, both living and dead. - Keep our parish priests in your prayers throughout the week. - Encourage your children, grandchildren, or other young people to consider a vocation as a priest or religious brother or sister. - Pray a rosary for more young men and women in our diocese to respond to God s call. Page 1
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COLLECTIONS April 9 & 10 $ 9,778 Envelopes Mailed 2,104 Amount Needed $13,425 Envelopes Received 623 SECOND COLLECTION The Catholic Home Missions Appeal will take place next week. One way that this appeal works to support home mission dioceses in the United States is by supporting seminarian formation in poor dioceses. The blessing of seminarians places a financial burden on these dioceses, because educating each seminarian costs $35-40K per year. Your support is needed for these young men so that they might go back and serve their parishes. Please strengthen the Church at home by making a generous gift to next week s appeal. Next weekend, April 23 & 24, there will be two collections. The first collection is for the support of the parish. The second collection is for the support of Catholic Home Missions. A sincere word of thanks to all who so generously responded to the many appeals for financial assistance during this Easter Season. Their generosity continues to make possible the mission and ministry of the parish. Easter Flowers $ 3,152 Easter Gift to the Church $33,080 Good Friday $ 4,820 Easter Sunday $20,914 Retired Priests $ 4,810 To all those who contributed to the special Fuel Collection last weekend. Through your goodness, a total of $4,334 was collected. Thank you and God bless. Our parish Bereavement Group will meet on Tuesday, May 3rd at 7pm in the Pastoral Center. Sister Theresa will be available for individual bereavement counseling sessions and can be contacted at (718) 746-8531. Page 3
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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. PRAYER FOR THE CHURCH TO BE THE MOTHER OF VOCATIONS Father of mercy, who gave your Son for our salvation and who strengthens us always with the gifts of your Spirit, grant us Christian communities which are alive, fervent and joyous, which are fonts of fraternal life, and which nurture in the young the desire to consecrate themselves to you and to the work of evangelization. Sustain these communities in their commitment to offer appropriate vocational catechesis and ways of proceeding towards each one s particular consecration. Grant the wisdom needed for vocational discernment, so that in all things the greatness of your merciful love may shine forth. May Mary, Mother and guide of Jesus, intercede for each Christian community, so that, made fruitful by the Holy Spirit, it may be a source of true vocations for the service of the holy People of God. Amen. From Message of His Holiness Pope Francis on the Occasion of the 53rd World Day of Prayer for Vocations, April 17, 2016. Page 6
HOLY YEAR OF MERCY AT SAINT LUKE In passing through the Holy Door, then, may we feel that we ourselves are part of this mystery of love, of tenderness. Let us set aside all fear and dread, for these do not befit men and women who are loved. Instead, let us experience the joy of encountering that grace which transforms all things. (Pope Francis - Opening of Holy Door, St. Peter s Basilica) PARISH MISSION - Making Mercy Work October 17, 18 and 19 at 7:30pm Special Guest Preacher: Fr. Frank DeSiano Well known Paulist Father Frank DeSiano will introduce the Mission at all the Masses on the weekend of October 15 & 16. The Mission will take place in the morning and evening on October 17, 18 & 19. Fr. DeSiano has given Missions and retreats across the country - an interesting and engaging preacher, the Mission promises to be a rewarding event. *************************************************************************** ANNIVERSARY OF THE DEDICATION OF OUR BELOVED CHURCH BUILDING Thursday, October 20th 12 noon Mass. *************************************************************************** CLOSING OF THE YEAR OF MERCY Solemnity of Christ the King, Sunday, November 20 at all Sunday Masses Special Afternoon of Prayer for all Parish Ministries from 1pm to 4pm Mark your calendar! Plan to join in one or more of these spiritual events. More details to follow. Page 5
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 April 24 April 18 May 15 & 22 May 9 June 12 & 26 June 20 July 10 & 24 July 18 August 14 & 28 August 22 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) 746-8531. Page 7
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CAMPAIGN FOR SAINT LUKE We are grateful for those who have faithfully made their pledge payments, however, it is so critical that every pledge - when possible - be honored. As always, I am most grateful for your goodness and support of the parish. Campaign for Saint Luke as of 4/11/16 Update on Campaign status since 4/4/16 For each car, truck or van, running or not, The Society of St. Vincent de Paul will give back to our church $50/$100 per vehicle. Maybe you don t have a vehicle, but a family member, friend or neighbor has an old or neglected vehicle in their driveway that they would like to dispose of. Call the Society of St. Vincent de Paul at (718) 491-2525. Thank you for your participation! As of this date, the total amount given to St. Luke Church through the car donation program is $725. ************************************************************************** NOVENA TO SAINT ANTHONY The annual novena in preparation for the feast of Saint Anthony continues every Tuesday after the 12 noon Mass until the celebration of Saint Anthony s feast day on Monday, June 13th. Fourth Sunday of Easter - April 17, 2016 - World Day of Prayer for Vocations The disciples were filled with joy and the Holy Spirit. Does a life of joy in knowing you are following the Lord as a priest, deacon or in the consecrated life inspire you? Contact the Vocation Office at (718) 827-2454 or email: vocations@diobrook.org. Page 9
SCRIPTURE READINGS Mon. - Acts 11:1-18; Jn 10:1-10 Tues. - Acts 11:19-26; Jn 10:22-30 Wed. - Acts 12:24-13:5a; Jn 12:44-50 Thurs. - Acts 13:13-25; Jn 13:16-20 Fri. Acts 13:26-33; Jn 14:1-6 Sat. - Acts 13:44-52; Jn 14:7-14 WE PRAY FOR THE SICK SUSANNA WINSHIP JOHN SURACI FRAN ROCCO ALEX CRUZ BRENDA D AMICO CHARLES LAVECHIA MARY DELUCA PATRICIA A. ANNE GUINEE JAMES LEUNG GERARDINA D ANGELO AND FOR THE DECEASED: MICHAEL DIBENEDETTO SALUTINA PETRUCCI GIORDANO GALEOTTI JOSEPH P. GERASCI ANNOUNCED MASSES FOR THE WEEK OF April 18, 2016 Monday, April 18 7:00 William Stroetz 12:00 John & Patricia Boyko Tuesday, April 19 8:30 Carmela & Mario Nardella 12:00 Fr. Philip Fabiano, OFM, Cap. Wednesday, April 20 7:00 Josephine DePalma (2nd. Ann.) 12:00 Joseph & Nina Rancich Thursday, April 21 8:30 Angela Coletti 12:00 Maria, Paolo & Mary Fonovic Friday, April 22 7:00 Rose & George Grosso 12:00 Joseph Keyes Saturday, April 23 8:30 Ivo Dadich MEMORIALS The Altar Bread is given in memory of IVERSON, FOUDY, EAMES & O LEARY FAMILIES requested by their families COLLECTIVE INTENTIONS MASS The next Collective Intentions Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, April 24th at 11:45am. At this Mass we pray for MICHAEL THELY DANG (1st Anniversary) MARTIN J. KERINS Page 10
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The Sacrament of Confirmation was celebrated at our parish on Saturday, April 16th by Bishop Paul R. Sanchez, D.D., Auxiliary Bishop of Brooklyn. Please keep the following boys and girls, their sponsors and families in your prayers. Page 13
ALTAR SERVER BAKE SALE Saturday, April 23 & Sunday, April 24 Please stop by the Pastoral Center after any of the Masses next weekend. The Altar Servers of our parish will be sponsoring the bake sale. Your support helps defray the cost of their annual trip to Six Flags Great Adventure in May. Let s show our support for the boys and girls who faithfully serve our parish. And get some tasty treats when doing so! Page 14
CONGRATULATIONS Please keep these couples in your prayers as they prepare to receive the Sacrament of Marriage here in our parish. Friday, April 22 at 3pm RICHARD INZERILLA & ERSILIA IAVARONE Saturday, April 23 at 3pm GIOVANNI C. MARMO & DANIELA ALAGNA Saturday, April 30 at 3pm MARKO BEGONJA & DANIELLE L. RIZZO ************************************************************************** Saint Luke Parish relies on your goodness and generosity to ensure that the mission and ministry of Jesus continues here in Whitestone. A charitable bequest is an excellent way to create a lasting memorial. Many of our parishioners use their wills or living trusts to make their most generous gifts. Please remember us when you create yours. Page 15
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Event to Support Autism Awareness Sponsored by the Msgr. Francis J. Dillon Council Knights of Columbus Tuesday, April 19 from 6:30-10:30pm at Fr. O Malley Hall at The Church of St. Mel, 26-15 154th St., Flushing, N.Y. Admission Tickets: $25 Adults, $7 children (ages 4-12), children under age 4 FREE. For reservations call Antonio Belviso at 917-378-3663. There will be a 50/50 and Raffle for the cause. Queensboro Symphony Orchestra Sunday, April 17th at 7pm Mary s Nativity Church, 46-02 Parsons Blvd., Flushing, NY (718) 359-5996 Admission will be a Free-will offering. For more information email: Qbsymphony@gmail.com Songs Through the Decades Presented by St. Mel s Parish Choir As part of St. Mel s Anniversary Year! Sunday, April 17 at 3pm - St. Mel s Church, 26-15 154th Street, Flushing. Page 17
ARE YOU A REGISTERED PARISHIONER? If you wish to become a registered member of the parish, please stop by the rectory office during regular office hours to fill out a census card. You can fill out the card at that time or take it with you and return by mail, in person or in the Sunday collection basket. You will then begin to receive weekly offering envelopes. Join us! *************************************************************************** Mass of Hope and Healing sponsored by Survivors of Sexual Abuse by Members of the Clergy and the Diocese of Brooklyn on Thursday, April 21 at 7pm at Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Church, 110-16 Queens Boulevard, Forest Hills, N.Y. Main Celebrant: Most Rev. Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio, Bishop of Brooklyn. The Sacrament of Reconciliation will be offered at 6:30pm. All are invited to gather on this day to pray for healing for all those impacted by childhood sexual abuse. Page 18
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