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Twenty-Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Saint Luke Church, Whitestone, New York
12 October 2014
From the Desk of the Pastor -The oils used for the celebration of the
Sacraments of initiation, holy orders and the
anointing of the sick according to an ancient
tradition are reverently reserved in a special
place in the church.
(Book of Blessing - Introduction)
As part of the First Anniversary Mass of Dedication of the church a special ritual for the Blessing of
the newly installed Repository for Holy Oils will take place. This repository - also known as an Ambry, is
located on the wall to the right of the statue of the Blessed Mother. The ambry consists of three glass
containers, each one holding a vessel of holy oil - the Oil of Catechumens, the Oil of the Sick and one for
Holy Chrism.
Each repository, while similar in form, will vary slightly to indicate the oil stored in it:
The Oil of the Sick: has a top of green colored glass indicating the hope and comfort given to the
sick who will be anointed; the front panel has been decorated with an olive branch symbol of healing and
strength;
The Oil of Catechumens: has a purple glass top indicating the process of conversion and penitence
catechumens must undergo in preparation for the life giving waters of their baptism;
The Sacred Chrism: has a repository topped with gold glass symbolic of Christ from which chrism
gets its name. Used in the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and Holy Orders and in the anointing of the
walls of a church and of the altar, the front panel bears a symbol of the power of the Holy Spirit that comes
upon all anointed by Sacred Chrism.
Each repository rests on a wood and granite base the front of which bears the sign of the holy cross
which is also seen on the base of the dedication candles placed throughout the church marking the place
where the walls were anointed with Chrism as part of the dedication ceremony.
Each year the Bishop blesses the oils and consecrates the Chrism at the celebration of the Chrism
Mass held at the cathedral church of the diocese on Holy Thursday morning or at some other day during
Holy Week. The oils blessed and Chrism consecrated are then sent to all the parishes of the diocese for their
use in the year to come. The old oils are changed each year and replaced by the newly blessed oils.
The repository designed for our church truly provides a worthy, beautiful and reverent place for the
reservation of the holy oils.
Thank you to Mrs. Martha McLoughlin who donated the repository and vessels in memory of her
husband Michael.
Once again, please join us for the First Anniversary Mass of Dedication on Monday, October 20,
2014 at 12 noon. A light reception will follow in the Pastoral Center.
God bless!
Let us pray for one another,
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The Feast of Saint Luke -Takes place on Saturday, October 18. We will mark the feast of
our parish patron at the 8:30am Mass which will be offered for the
parishioners of Saint Luke Parish.
The celebration will continue at all the Masses on the weekend of
October 18 & 19th.
Hospitality Sunday -The first Hospitality Sunday will also mark the feast of Saint
Luke as it will be held after all Masses on Sunday, October 19th in the
Pastoral Center. All are invited to stop by for some light refreshments.
Novena in Honor of Saint Luke -Special prayers to Saint Luke will be recited at all the regular parish Masses beginning
on Thursday, October 9th as we prepare to celebrate his feast day. Join us in seeking the
intercession of Saint Luke for our own needs and the needs of family, neighbors and
parishioners.
2015 CALENDARS
We are grateful to Martin A. Gleason
Funeral Home for once again donating the
church calendars for 2015. New 2015
calendars will be available the weekend of
November 8 & 9 at the front doors of the
church. Calendars are available in English
and Italian.
Did you know--?
Each year every parish in the diocese is
given an assessment based on a percentage of
their annual income as a form of Diocesan
commitment to help support the many needs of
the diocesan church. The assessment runs
from September 1, 2012 to August 31, 2013.
The assessment for Saint Luke for the
2015 MASS BOOK
present fiscal year is $65,500. Parish funds
The 2015 Mass Book will open on
taken from the weekly collection are used to
Wednesday, October 29th at 9:00am. An
meet this financial obligation of the parish to
offering of $15 per Mass is payable in cash
the diocese. Your continued generosity is most
or by check. Limit of five Masses per family. appreciated helping us to meet this and other
Please bring exact change for number of
financial obligations.
Masses you wish to arrange.
To accommodate the large number of
May God bless you and reward your
parishioners on the first day, please come to generosity.
the Pastoral Center. If possible please have
dates and times of Masses you wish to
Msgr. Tosi
arrange prepared in advance so that we may
use time efficiently.
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COLLECTIONS
October 4 & 5
Amount Needed
$12,333
$13,425
Envelopes Mailed
Envelopes Received
2,001
606
Annual Catholic Appeal 2014
Thank you to all who have made a gift. The Campaign ends on
December 31, 2014. So there is still time to make a gift.
As of October 6th a total of $115,770 has been pledged toward the
parish goal of $100,580 with $93,285 already received from 381 donors.
Remember: When We Give, We Share the Light of Faith
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Parish Pastoral Council Meeting
The next meeting of the Parish Pastoral Council will take place on
Tuesday, October 14 at 7:30pm in the Pastoral Center.
Bereavement Support Group
Will meet on Tuesday, November 4th at 7:30pm in the Pastoral Center.
For more information please call Sister Theresa at (718) 746-8531.
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Come Let’s Celebrate -As part of the observance of Saint Patrick, the parish is planning an Irish
Heritage celebration on Sunday, March 15th from 2:00pm - 4:00pm in the Pastoral
Center - food, Irish dancing and music and more. Celebrate the joy of being Irish.
All parishioners are invited. More information to follow!
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The annual All Souls Mass for the faithful of our parish and families
especially those who died and were buried from Saint Luke Church this
past year (since last November 2013) will be celebrated on:
Saturday, November 22
12 noon at Saint Luke Church
All are invited to join in praying for our beloved faithful departed and
the light reception to follow in the Pastoral Center.
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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.
First Anniversary - Dedication of Saint Luke Church
Monday, October 20th marks the first Anniversary of the Dedication of
our renovated and restored church. All are invited to join the celebration of
a special Mass at 12 noon on Monday, October 20th to again give thanks
to God and ask His blessing upon the parish.
A light reception will follow in the Pastoral Center. Mark your calendar and join in
celebrating this joyous event.
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MINISTERS OF CONSOLATION
Our parish Ministry of Consolation offers comfort and help to families who are
experiencing the loss of loved ones. Some of our ministers visit the family at the funeral
parlor during the wake, some assist with the planning of the funeral Mass and others attend
and assist at the funeral in a number of capacities. Sister Theresa will meet with the Ministers
of Consolation on Thursday, October 16th at 7:30pm in the St. Matthew Room of our
Pastoral Center. If you might be interested in joining this very important ministry, please
contact Sister Theresa at (718) 746-8531 and plan to attend the October 16th meeting.
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CONGRATULATIONS
Please keep these couples in your prayers as they prepare to receive the Sacrament of Marriage
here at the parish:
Saturday, October 18 at 1pm * Jonathan Thomas & Alyssa Wick
Friday, October 24 at 3pm * Nicholas Amante & Christina Hubany
Saturday, October 25 at 1pm * Richard Riccardi & Margaret Barbara
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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 Class
Baptism Sunday
October 26
October 20
November 9 & 23
November 17
December 14 & 28
December 15
January 11 & 25
January 12
February 8 & 22
February 9
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.
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ITALIAN DIALECT NIGHT
An evening of dialects of Italy will be held
Saturday, October 25
Pastoral Center from 7pm - 10pm.
All are welcome! Please bring a treat!
For more information please call Damiana Testa at 718-746-6269.
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In observance of Columbus Day, the Rectory Office will be
closed on Monday, October 13th. The office will reopen on Tuesday,
October 14th at 9:00am.
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12 OTTOBRE 2014: AVVISI PARROCCHIALI
La Novena per la Festa di San Luca sara` tenuta durante tutte le Messe da 9 Ottobre al
17 Ottobre. La Santa Messa sulla Festa di San Luca, 18 Ottobre sara` celebrata alle
8:30AM. L’Anniversario della Dedicazione della nostra Chiesa sara` celebrata 20
Ottobre 2014 con la Santa Messa al mezzogiorno e una recezione dopo.
Salva la data! 8 Novembre Pellegrinaggio al Santuario di Santa Francesca Saveria
Cabrini. (Leggete l’atra pagina per dettagli).
Triduo per Santa Francesca Cabrini dopo la Messa a Mezzogiorno 10, 11, 12 Novembre.
Pregheremo in preparazione per la Festa di Madre Cabrini sul 13 Novembre.
La Sera dei Dialetti- Sabato 25 Ottobre dalle 7-10PM nel Centro Pastorale, siete
tutti invitati a partecipare per godere una serata dedicata alle nostre tradizioni e alla
nostra grande cultura. Venite e portate i vostri amici. Entrata gratis, ma abbiamo
bisogno dei dolci locali. Per informazione chiama Damiana Testa 718-746-6269.
San Luca, Evangelista
Biografia: Festa di san Luca, Evangelista, che, secondo la tradizione, nato ad Antiochia da
famiglia pagana e medico di professione, si convertì alla fede in Cristo. Divenuto compagno
carissimo di san Paolo Apostolo, sistemò con cura nel Vangelo tutte le opere e gli insegnamenti
di Gesù, divenendo scriba della mansuetudine di Cristo, e narrò negli Atti degli Apostoli gli inizi
della vita della Chiesa fino al primo soggiorno di Paolo a Roma.
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SAINT LUKE USHER SOCIETY
We are hoping to revitalize the St. Luke Usher Society. We are in the
process of seeking new members to assist as ushers at Sunday Mass and
various other services and sacramental celebrations throughout the year.
Following the other liturgical ministries, the ministry of usher is open to both
men and women. It is our hope in this way to re-establish the importance of
the Ministry of Ushers.
If you are interested in becoming a member of the Usher Society or
desire more information, please complete the form below and drop it in the
collection basket, or call the Rectory at 718-746-8102.
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Name_________________________________________________________________
Address_______________________________________________________________
Telephone Number_____________________________________________________
____I would like more information before making my decision.
____I am interested in joining the Usher Society.
_____I am available for all Masses.
_____I am available for the following:
_____Sat., 5:00pm
_____ Sun., 7:30am _____9:00am _____10:30am
_____ 5:00pm
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____11:45am ____1:00pm
The parishes of St. Luke and St. Mel would like to offer two options for you to join
Fr. Gerard Sauer, Diocesan Pilgrimage Director, on a Marian Pilgrimage to
Washington, D.C. to The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate
Conception led by Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio.
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WORLD MISSION SUNDAY
Next weekend, October 18 & 19, our parish will celebrate World Mission Sunday. This
year we are invited to reach out and help build the Church in Mongolia, the world’s youngest
Catholic Church, as well as local churches throughout the Missions, in the most remote areas
across our world. Through the work of these churches, and their witness to Christ, the poor
receive practical help and experience God’s love and mercy, His hope and peace. Please keep
the Missions in your daily prayers. Please come prepared next weekend to give generously in
the collection for the Society for the Propagation of the Faith. For more information, please
visit www.IAmAMissionary.org.
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RELIC OF SAINT JOHN PAUL II
St. Adalbert Parish, 52-29 83 Street, Elmhurst, NY 11373
Celebration of the introduction of the relic of St. John Paul II
Saturday, October 18, 2014
5pm Mass (English)
Fr. Brad Milunski, OFM Conv
Vicar Provincial of Our Lady of the Angels, USA
7pm Mass (Polish)
Abp Henryk Hoser
Bishop of Warsaw-Prague
Sunday, October 19, 2014
Veneration of the relic of St. John Paul II after Mass
8:30am, 10:00am (Polish), 11:30am
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The Blessing of the Animals
Saturday, October 4th was the feast of
Saint Francis of Assisi.
In observance of the feast Msgr. Tosi
blessed the animals in front of the statue
of Saint Francis across from the church.
Picture shown:
Msgr. Tosi blessing a bearded dragon
lizard.
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PILGRIMAGE TO THE SHRINE OF
ST. FRANCES XAVIER CABRINI
On Saturday, November 8, 2014, we will be going on pilgrimage to the Shrine of
St. Frances Cabrini in Manhattan and celebrating Mass at her tomb. We will leave from
St. Luke Church at 10AM and we will return by 2:30PM. The cost will be $20, and it
will be collected that day. The Mass will be in Italian, but with some parts in English as
well. Coffee will be provided, but if you wish you are asked to bring your own lunch.
There will be time to visit the shrine, pray at the tomb of St. Frances Cabrini, and meet
her Sisters. To reserve your spot call the Rectory or see Claudia Morelli.
Sabato, 8 Novembre 2014, andremo in pellegrinaggio al Santuario di Santa
Francesca Cabrini a Manhattan e celebremo la Messa alla sua tomba. Partiremo alle
10AM davanti alla Chiesa de San Luca e torneremo per 2:30PM. Il prezzo e $20. Se
volete, potrete portare un sacco di pranzo. Avremo tempo per visitare la chiesa, celebrare
la Santa Messa, pregare alla tomba della Santa, e incontrare le Sorelle del Sacro Cuore.
Per prenotare, dovete chiamare l’ufficio parrochiale o potete vedere Claudia Morelli.
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ST. LUKE SCHOOL
WHERE FAITH AND KNOWLEDGE MEET
718-746-3833
www.slswhitestone.org
Celebrating 104 Years of Excellence in Catholic Education
1910—2015
The second grade students in Mrs. Vella’s class gather in prayer with Fr. Michael Bruno during
one of his weekly classroom visits. The class has been learning about the beginnings of the
church and the meaning of Pentecost. Fr. Bruno asked the children to recount the events of the
first Pentecost and how it affected the apostles. The students have come to recognize that they
too are disciples of Jesus and have the responsibility to follow Jesus’ teachings. This year the
children will be preparing for the sacraments of Penance and First Eucharist. The second
grade students, their teachers, and parents will be participating in several meetings and a
retreat day which are included in the parish First Sacraments’ Program.
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Amazing Apples!
It’s that time of year again…fall has arrived! What’s better than a crisp, juicy, ripe, round
apple? Mrs. Molen’s Kindergarten class learned all about apples. We read books that
gave us information about apples. The children used a hand lens to take a closer look at
the inside of an apple. Next, we made an apple using a paper plate and labeled its parts.
The children also drew pictures depicting the life cycle of an apple. We looked at what
an apple tree looks like through the four seasons. Lastly, the children tasted applesauce
and made a graph of our preferences. Shiny and sweet and simple to eat.
Crunch, crunch, crunch!
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OPEN HOUSES
Archbishop Molloy High School, 83-53 Manton St., Briarwood, NY invites you to attend Open House on
Sunday, October 19th from 11am to 4pm. Visit Molloy and meet faculty, administrators and students. Visit
the website at www.molloyhs.org for more information.
St. Agnes Academic High School, 13-20 124th St., College Point, invites you to attend Open House on
Saturday, Oct. 18 from 10am to 12:30pm. For information, please contact the school at (718) 353-6276 or
visit the website at www.stagneshs.org.
The Mary Louis Academy, 176-21 Wexford Terrace, Jamaica Estates, invites you to attend Open House on
Sunday, October 19 from 10am to 3pm. Last presentation at 2pm. For more information please call the
school at (718) 297-2120.
Regis High School, 55 East 84th St., New York City, invites you to Open House on Columbus Day, Monday,
Oct. 13 from 1-4pm. For more information, please call Eric DiMichele, Director of Admissions at (212) 2881100, Ext. 2057 or edimichele@regis.org.
St. Francis Preparatory School, 6100 Francis Lewis Blvd., Fresh Meadows, N.Y.
Open House on Saturday, Oct. 18 from 12 noon until 4:30pm. Auditorium Presentations: 12:15, 1:15, 2:15 &
3:30pm. For more information please call (718) 423-8810 or www.sfponline.org.
Holy Cross High School, 26-20 Francis Lewis Blvd., Flushing
Open House on Sunday, October 19 from 1pm-4pm. Presentations in the auditorium beginning at 1pm, 2pm
& 3pm. For further information call: Mr. Giannuzzi at (718) 886-7250, Ext. 558.
Dominican Academy, 44 East 68th St., New York
Open House on Saturday, October 18 at 10:30am - 1pm. For more information please call (212) 744-0195.
St. John’s Preparatory School, 21-21 Crescent Street, Astoria, NY
Open House on Saturday, October 18 from 11am-3pm. For more information please call 718-721-7200.
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The Catholic Widows/Widowers of Queens
Will hold their next meeting in St. Kevin’s School Cafeteria located at 45-50 195th St., Flushing on Monday,
October 20th at 7:00pm. Parking is available in the school yard on 195 St. Please call Augustine Young at
718-296-4642 or Nancy Bongiovi at 718-353-1045.
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The Bridge to Life is in dire need of boys baby clothes size 3-6 months (No newborn size please), as well as
boys toddler clothes 3,4,5,6 & 7. Crib sheets are also needed. Thank you very much for your support.
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Jazz Italiano with the Paul Joseph Quartet
Sunday, October 19th at 1pm at Mary’s Nativity Church, 46-02 Parsons Blvd., Flushing, NY
$10 in advance and $15 at the door. Light refreshments will be served before the concert.
For more information call (718) 359-5996 or http://www.marynatstann.org/events/10/2014.
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Organ Concert
In honor of f the 10th Anniversary of St. Thomas More Church at St. John’s University, the Peragallo Pipe
Organ Company will be giving an organ concert featuring Dr. Jennifer Pascual, the Director of Music at St.
Patrick’s Cathedral. The concert will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 15 at 7:30pm in St. Thomas More Church
on St. John’s Queens Campus. There is no charge for this event. For more information contact St. John’s
University Campus Ministry at 718-990-6255.
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SCRIPTURE READINGS
Mon. - Gal 4:22-24,26-27,31-5:1;
Lk 11:29-32
Tues. - Gal 5:1-6; Lk 11:37-41
Wed. - Gal 5:18-25; Lk 11:42-46
Thurs. - Eph 1:1-10; Lk 11:47-54
Fri. – Eph 1:11-14; Lk 12:1-7
Sat. - 2Tm 4:10-17b; Lk 10:1-9
WE PRAY FOR THE SICK:
DEACON HARRY SVEBEL
OLIVIA
LORRAINE LOFASO
THOMAS MOLLOY
ANNETTE PANARIELLO
VINCENZA PAPA
GERARDINA DEANGELO
ANASTASIA WEINSTOCK
PAT TESTINO
DONNA PLUCHINO
ANA SILVIA PIROZZI
ENRICO GABRIELLI
ANNA BRANDT
THOMAS ALMOND
ANTHONY TROTTA
ANTHONY ABICCA, SR.
FRANCES DRAGO
AND FOR THE DECEASED
JOSEPH PAESANO
SERAFINA MUSSO
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MEMORIALS
The Altar Bread is given in memory of
MICHAEL McLOUGHLIN
at the request of his wife.
ANNOUNCED MASSES
FOR THE WEEK OF
OCTOBER 13, 2014
Monday, October 13
7:00 Joseph Romano
12:00 Matia Scardamaglia (11th Ann.)
Tuesday, October 14
8:30 Leonardo Ingravallo
12:00 Giuseppe Totino
Wednesday, October 15
7:00 Phillip J. Breen (Anniversary)
12:00 John Boyko (Anniversary)
Thursday, October 16
8:30 Ivana & Anton Peculic
12:00 Roza & Milan Honovic
Friday, October 17
7:00 Simone Mezzich
12:00 Veronica Rohan
Saturday, October 18
8:30 For the People of the Parish
In honor of Saint Luke
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COLLECTIVE INTENTIONS MASS
The next Collective Intentions Mass
will be celebrated on
Sunday, October 26 at 11:45am.
At this Mass we pray for
EVELYN LYNCH
GABRIEL COLETTI
NICHOLAS NUBILE
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