Father Mark’s
Corner
Humility is a theme in today's Scriptures. And, the bigger you are in
this world the more humble you will need to become. The book of Sirach states that the humble person will be more loved
than the giver of gifts. What is a "gift?" One dictionary offers this definition: Anything given;
anything voluntarily transferred by one person to another without compensation; a present; an offering.
I wouldoffer the addition og..."with no strings attached or expectation of return." When we examine our giving
it must be done in the context of humility. If we find that we are attaching conditions or strings to our giving then
we may need to explore our idea of gift and giving. There have been times as a priest when I have heard, "after
all I have given to that church..." That is an example of "strings attached!" Let's put it another way.
What if Jesus did the same thing, "After dying on the Cross for them..." I don't want to go there...do you?
Spiritual reflection: And, so, the journey continues…
Together
In Mission Pledges
Thank you to those parishioners who turned in their Together in Mission Pledges. I would
like to encourage each parish family to make some commitment toward our achieving our goal. If each one part of the Body of
Christ assists then our goal is achievable. Let’s all do our part to help.
Pledge Goal: $ 64,456
Amount owed: $8,014
Amt Rec’d: $ 56,441
Total # of Families Participating: 271
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LABOR DAY MASS ~MONDAY SEPTEMBER 6
Cathedral of Our Lady of the
Angels, 10 A.M. Presided by Archbishop Jose Gomez
Join workers who struggle for a living wage, better working conditions,
justice and dignity for all. At the Labor Day Mass, Archbishshop Jose Gomez will challenge our community to commit to faithful
citizenship so that we can address the issues that matter most to us:
●Workers Rights ●Safe & Humane
Working Conditions ●Fair & Just Wages ●Immigration Reform ●Civic Participation. Sponsored by the Office
of Justice and Peace and Commission of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles and other organizations. More info, call (213) 637-7690.
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FAITH PROCESS INFORMATION
MEETING
Do you know any non-Catholic
who has expressed an interest in the Catholic faith? Maybe you have a relative or a neighbor who is baptized but has
not continued the call to conversion through the Sacraments of Eucharist and Confirmation.
We will be holding an Information Evening for
you or any interested parties to show how the RCIA (Right of Christian Initiation of Adults) just might be the answer.
This process is a gift of the church, which offers a guided journey of faith as well as reinforcing the principals of
Christian living for those already baptized. Also, if you are a parent of an older child in need of Baptism, please
attend this meeting and we will assist you in the sacramental preparation process.
The information meeting will be held in the Parish Resource Center located in the Rectory
from 7:30-8:30 PM on Wednesday, September 8th. The actual formation process will begin on September 15th. If
these dates are not convenient for you, please call the Parish Office at 626-291-5900. We will make arrangements to
meet with you.
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PRESENTATION
BY FR. CHRIS PONNET
Jesis in the womb, Jesus lost in the temple, Jesus
with lepers and tax collectors, Jesus executed. What does this teach us? Father Chris Ponnet will
offer insight, reflection and prayer on these Scripture passages. Sunday, September 26 from 1:30-3:30 PM in the church.
A free will offering will be taken.
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IN
APPRECIATION
Thank you to the Temple of God Prayer Community for their $200.00 donation
to our Parish Development Fund.
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MASS
INTENTIONS: are a perfect way to remember your loved ones whether living or deceased. Commemorate those key anniversaries
with a lasting spiritual gift. Call
the Parish Office @ 291-5900 for more information.
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BRICKS! GET ONE NOW! THE TIMING IS RIGHT!
St. Luke
Church is preparing for another updating of the Commemorative Bricks in the plaza area. New bricks will be added soon, since
our engraver will be here as part of his yearly updating schedule. Bricks are a great way to commemorate key moments in your
life or to remember a loved one. Act now! The engraver will be here for a limited time only to engrave new bricks. Bricks:
$300 each. Deadline: August 18th. For more
information, please contact the Parish Office @ 291-5900.
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FIESTA BAGS:
STILL AVAILABLE! GREAT FOR SUMMER! HOT/COLD INSULATED BAGS
AVAILABLE IN THE PARISH OFFICE. $5 EACH. GREAT FOR
PICNICS!
HOSPITALITY
CORNER
The Hospitality Corner is closed for the summer. It will resume in September. Please remember to join
us in the Fall for some coffee and doughnuts, punch and fellowship, after the 8:00 & 10:00 A.M. Sunday Masses—when
the parish ministries and organizations will return to host Hospitality.
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MSGR.
JOHN J. BIRCH CHALICE
If any St. Luke parishioner would like to take the Msgr. John J. Birch chalice home for
a
week and pray for vocations, please call the Parish Office at (626) 291-5900.
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RESOURCE CENTER LIBRARY
The
Resource Center Library, located in the Rectory, is open today (Sunday), from 11 A.M. to 12:30 P.M. (new hours). Please come
by and see the many books, tapes and videos that are available. If you need assistance, our library volunteer will be available
to assist you. The Library is open every Sunday, except for holidays. Volunteers are needed to help on Sundays for two hours,
every 4-6 weeks. If you can help, please contact the Parish Office.
