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Sunday Bulletin
August 29, 2010

Please note: Not all of the Sunday Bulletin information is included on this page.  Only parish news and events will be posted.
 
News and Events

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!
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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.
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Religious Education

CONFIRMATION PARENT INFORMATION SESSIONS
Confirmation Parent Information Sessions for Year I and Year II will be held on Wednesday, September 8, in the Parish Hall. The Year I Session will be held at 6:30 P.M. The Year II Session will be held at 7:30 P.M. Mark your calendars! 

NOTE: Please note the time change for the Tuesday SRE Elementary and Jr. High Classes. Those classes will now begin at 4 P.M. (Class time: 4-5:30 P.M.) 

REGISTER NOW FOR FALL SRE CLASSES
Registration forms are now available for the 2010-2011 SRE classes. Registration packets can be picked up in the Parish Office or can be downloaded from our web site
(www.stluketemplecity.org). Please bring in your completed forms beginning the first week of June. For more information, call the SRE Office @ (626) 291-5900. 

Ministries and Organizations


THE WORD FOR WOMEN BIBLE SHARING
Resumes Wednesday, September 15th at 10 AM in the Parish Resource Center. Speaker: Fr. Mark A. Strader.  For more information, call the Parish Office.
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BEREAVEMENT TRAINING CLASSES
Bereavement Training Classes are set to begin at St. Luke Parish on Thursday evenings, September 16- October 28, 2010, from 7-9:30 P.M., in the Parish Hall. It also includes a Saturday meeting on October 2, from 9:00 A.M.-3 P.M. These classes prepare individuals to do vigils and gravesides, as well as provide training for those who would like to be contact persons who assist families with the details of the funeral Mass, as well as other needs. For further information, please call 626-291-5900.
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NEW BEREAVEMENT SESSIONS BEGINNING
St. Luke Church will be offering an eight-week bereavement support program for those who have lost someone dear. The program is non-threatening, caring and very loving toward those who have suffered a loss and is open to all faiths. The 2-hour classes will begin on Thursday, September 16th, at 7:00 P.M., in the Parish Resource Center (located in the Rectory). Cost: $8.75 (for the workbook). If unaffordable, please let us
know. For more information, please call the Parish Office @ 291-5900.
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MARIE CALLENDER GIFT CARDS AVAILABLE
Marie Callender Gift Cards are available at the Parish Office for $10. Great for birthdays/any occasion. Limited supply.
St. Luke School Updates & Information

SUMMER OFFICE HOURS
August 18-27 9:00 A.M.-3:00 P.M. Regular office hours resume August 31st.
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BACK TO SCHOOL
St. Luke School resumes next week, (Tuesday) August 31st, with half-day sessions.
Full-day sessions begin after Labor Day.