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Fourth Sunday of Advent | December 19, 2021 |
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I saw statues of Mother Mary and St. Elizabeth at the gate of the Basilica of the Visitation in Ain Karem, Israel, where Mary visited her cousin, Elizabeth. I was asking myself the question - what do you think two pregnant women would normally do when they meet? Read more...
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Your Gifts Support Our Parish
Our thanks to the many generous individuals and families of our parish!
These gifts benefit the parish in so many ways, including helping to meet everyday expenses for liturgy, faith formation, and operations. For your convenience, gifts may be made several ways:
Envelope Users: Offertory envelopes can be placed in collection baskets during weekend Masses, mailed to the Parish Office, or dropped in the office mailbox.
Online Donations: Click the Make a Donation button on the Homepage of the parish website to give electronically one-time or make a recurring gift (or click on the button below).
By Phone: Call Vanco at 1-800-675-7430 Monday-Friday between 6:00 am and 4:00 pm to make your contribution as well (Our parish client ID is ES11182).
May God Bless You and Your Family for Your Continued Generosity!
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Families Invited to Share Decorations for Church
Our parish families are invited to bring in a Christmas ornament or bulb that represents their family to include on our Christmas trees on the sanctuary.
Please bring the ornaments (include your family name) to Mass this weekend, Dec. 18-19. Participants will be invited to hang the ornaments after the Masses. We look forward to our families being a part of our Christmas environment.
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Mass, Confessions & Pastoral Office Holiday Schedule
The Pastoral Office will be closed on Christmas Eve, Dec. 24 (Friday), and Christmas Day, Dec. 25 (Saturday). New Year’s Schedule: Closed on New Year’s Eve and Day (Dec. 31-Jan. 1).
There is no 9:00 am Mass on Friday, Dec. 24. The 5:30 pm Mass and Confessions will not be held on Saturday, Dec. 25, or Jan. 1.
Our regular Sunday Mass schedule will be held on Sunday, Dec. 26, and Jan. 2.
A 9:00 am Mass will be held on Saturday, Jan. 1, for the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God (Not observed as a holy day of obligation this year.).
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New Bereavement Sessions Beginning
St. Luke Church will offer a daytime, eight-week Bereavement Support Program for those who have lost someone dear. The program is open to all faiths, and is non-threatening, caring and loving toward those who have suffered a loss. The two-hour sessions will begin on Thursday, Jan. 6, and continue weekly on Thursdays through Feb. 24.
Sessions will be held at 10:00 am in the Parish Resource Center (located in the Rectory). The only cost involved is $12.00 for the workbook. Reservations are required so that we will have the necessary supplies. Please call the Pastoral Office at (626) 291-5900.
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First Friday Masses & Adoration
First Friday Morning Mass on Jan. 7 will be held at 9:00 am. Adoration will be held 9:00 am-Noon in the Chapel in the Pastoral Office. First Friday Evening Mass will be held at 7:00 pm in the church. Adoration Chapel is open weekdays, 8:00 am-4:30 pm. Hour of Devotion weekdays at 3:00 pm (Virtual and in-person).
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Paper Drive Fundraiser
The Paper Drive Bin for recycled items will be on campus Friday, Jan. 7, (6:00-8:00 pm) Saturday, Jan. 8, and Sunday, Jan. 9, (8:00 am-7:00 pm, daily) in the North Parking Lot. Newspapers, books, magazines and cardboard boxes are welcome.
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Enthronement Weekend: Jan. 8-9, 2022
Parishioner are invited to participate in a Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Packets will be distributed on the weekend of Jan. 8-9. They will include a beautiful picture of Jesus and Mary, prayers, enthronement scroll, and instructions. You are encouraged to frame the picture and then come together as a family to place the picture in a place of honor. Together, you are encouraged to say the prayers to enthrone the Sacred Heart of Jesus in your home and consecrate your family to the Immaculate Heart of Mary. See this Sunday's Parish Bulletin for more details.
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Senior Citizen Bingo
Join us for fun and fellowship! The next Senior Citizen Bingo will be Monday, Jan. 10, at Noon in the Parish Hall. Cards are $3 each or 2 for $5, and they are good for the afternoon.
Bingo games will follow lunch. We invite everyone to bring a sack lunch or fast-food lunch. Coffee and cupcakes will be provided. There will also be a 50/50 Raffle. Please invite your friends to join us. All are welcome! To RSVP or if you have any questions, please call Joan Sutton at (626) 824-2105.
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Sunday Mass Live Stream Resumes
The live stream of the 10:30 am Sunday Mass has resumed. Visit the Parish Vimeo Channel at https://vimeo.com/stluketemplecity to view or www.stluketemplecity.org. The Mass can be replayed and viewed at any time.
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LIFE, JUSTICE & PEACE SPOTLIGHT |
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Join St. Luke Parishioners at OneLife LA on January 22!
OneLife LA is an event hosted by the Los Angeles Archdiocese to celebrate and witness the beauty and dignity of every human life. This year, OneLifeLA will take place, live and in-person, on Saturday, Jan. 22.
This free event will begin at 12:00 pm La Placita on Olvera Street, continue with a one-mile walk to Los Angeles State Historic Park, the main event location. The main event will feature inspiring speakers, musicians, resource booths, vendors, and food trucks. The day ends with the Requiem Mass for the Unborn at the Cathedral.
Join us at OneLife LA on Jan. 22 in declaring a commitment to valuing and protecting all human life, particularly the most vulnerable in our community. Please consider being a part of our 2022 St. Luke team. Register for free at https://onelifela.org/onelifela.org/register, and select St. Luke Temple City as your church/school/organization group.
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Archbishop José H. Gomez has declared a Jubilee Year.
The “Forward in Mission” Jubilee Year will run from Sept. 11, 2021, through Sept. 10, 2022.
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Saints and Observances
Week of December 19, 2021
Sunday
Fourth Sunday of Advent
Tuesday
St. Peter Canisius
Winter begins
Thursday
St. John of Kanty
Friday
The Vigil of Christmas
Saturday
The Nativity of the Lord (Christmas)
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O Lord of hosts,
look down from heaven and see; take care of this vine, and protect
what your right hand
has planted.
— Psalm 80:15–16
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Parish 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.
Pastoral Office
5605 Cloverly Ave., Temple City, CA 91780
Monday-Friday: 8:00 am-5:00 pm (Closed Noon-1:00 pm)
(626) 291-5900 |(626) 287-2332 (FAX) | www.stluketemplecity.org
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