June 12, 2016 - St Luke Catholic Church

The Church of Saint Luke
818 MAIN STREET  STROUDSBURG, PA 18360
ELEVENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
June 12, 2016
Pastoral Staff
PASTOR
Father Carmen J. Perry
DEACONS
Thomas Hogan
Philip F. Zimich
Schedule of Liturgical Celebration
Saturday Evening--------------------------4:30 pm
Sunday ----------------------8:00, 9:30, 11:00 am
Sunday Afternoon ------2:00 pm (Polish Mass)
Daily Liturgy: As Published Weekly
Sacrament of Reconciliation
Saturday Afternoon ----------------------3:30 pm
and anytime by appointment
Pastoral Support Staff
Lynn Colino-----------------------Office Manager
Noreen Grivner------------------ Office Assistant
Maria Stuppiello----------------- Office Assistant
Carol Silvoy------------------Religious Education
Gary Raish ---------------------------------Organist
Michael Yasenchock---------- Cantor/Leader of
Song/Choir Director
Al Compoly -----------------------------Operations
“How lovely is
Your dwelling
place, O Lord
God of Hosts.”
PSALM 84:1
Sacrament of Baptism
The Christian Community joyously welcomes new members to our parish of all
ages. Parents who wish the Sacrament of Baptism for their children are
reminded of the required instructions for this Sacrament. Instructions are held
on the Second and Fourth Sunday of each month in the Father Barrett Center.
Saint Luke’s celebrates Baptism within the Liturgy on the First Saturday of the
month at the evening 4:30 pm Liturgy, and again during the 11:00 am Liturgy on
the third Sunday of the month. Please call the office to make arrangements.
Religious Education
(CCD) St. Luke’s is pleased to offer a full program of instruction for students in
public schools from grades 1-12 as well as a pre school program.
Catholic School
St. Luke’s parish shares in a cooperation plan with neighboring parishes in
sponsoring Notre Dame Elementary School, Notre Dame High School, and
Msgr. McHugh School. For details on the schools and their policies please call
the principal.
Elementary: Sister Mary Alice Kane, I.H.M., 421-3651
High School: Mr. Jeffrey Lyons, 421-0466
Msgr. McHugh: School Office, 595-7463
A STEWARDSHIP COMMUNITY
TIME, TALENT, TREASURE
The Father Francis Barrett Center
Office Hours -------Monday - Friday, 9:30 am - 4:00 pm
4:00 - 5:30 pm by appointment
Phone -------570-421-9097 Fax -------- 570-421-6015
Email ----------------------- [email protected]
On the web ---------http://www.churchofsaintluke.org
Mission Statement
St. Luke’s Roman Catholic Church is a parish in the Diocese of
Scranton serving the greater Stroudsburg area by bringing
Christ, in Word and Sacrament, to a diverse community, while
inviting and drawing all into the unity of Christ.
A FRESH PERSPECTIVE ON THE SUNDAY READINGS His Word Today by Rev. William J. Reilly
Eleventh Sunday in Ordinary Time
June 12, 2016
“I anointed you king of Israel. I rescued you from
the hand of Saul, I gave you the Lord’s house…and
if this were not enough, I could count up for you
still more. Why have you spurned the Lord and
done evil in his sight?...I have been crucified with
Christ, yet I live, no longer I, but Christ lives in me.”
We are accustomed to making lists. There is the list of
things to do, shopping lists, priorities, Christmas lists,
itineraries. They always seem to help us be organized,
save energy, and accomplish good. There are also lists
of what to avoid, as foods, flowers, medicines.
The book of Samuel finds Nathan speaking for the
Lord. The list of anointing, rescuing, and the gift of his
house. David should have been appreciative. The
prophet then said I could go on and on but I won’t, but
want you to think about all the gifts and from whom
they come.
The Lord can address us in the same way. Who I am,
what I have, and where I’m headed is all gift. I have
life, the life of grace, all because of a generous God.
My family, work, studies, joy and happiness. All are
gifts. With the psalmist I ask myself, after compiling my
list ‘what return shall I make to the Lord for all he has
done for me?’ The gospel question today ‘Which of
them will love him more?’
CAN YOU BELIEVE, our FIRST PARISH FESTIVAL MEETING will be JUNE 13th at 7:00
p.m. in the JACQUES CENTER !!!!
It is the time when we ask ALL MEMBERS to be
involved and help. Volunteers are always welcome
and needed. We can utilize your talents in a hundred different ways. Bring your family and
friends!
PARISH FINANCIAL NOTES
The Parish Council and Finance Committees
have asked that we post our weekly collection:
Collections for, May 22, 2016
Weekly Collection: $ 12,148.00
Poor & Needy: $ 1,932.00
Mass Cards: $ 280.00
Holy Thursday, Ascension
Thursday, Easter : $ 581.00
Capital Improvements: $119.00
Diocesan Collections: $ 119.00
Open Donations: $ 352.38
Misc. Collections: $ 858.00
Total Collection: $ 16, 389.38
THE SECOND COLLECTION THIS WEEKEND IS
FOR: CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS
NEXT WEEKS SECOND COLLECTION WILL BE
FOR: RELIGIOUS FORMATION
Featured Bulletin Sponsor
of the week:
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BE A WINNER !!!
The dates for our festival July 30th & 31st . We
hope it is on your calendar. It is a significant aspect of our parish life . Start saving all your items
for donation. We will begin taking your treasures
on Tuesday, July 5th, from 9:00 a.m. until 3:00
p.m.
We thank Fisher’s Heating & Air Conditioning
L.L.C. for their continued support of our parish
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Please patronize our sponsors. If you would
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Contact Connie Poremba at
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THE CHURCH OF SAINT LUKE
Much
Sooner
Than
Anticipated
But
Appreciated
None
The
Less!!!!
WEEKEND OF JUNE 11-12, 2016
THE CHURCH OF SAINT LUKE
WEEKEND OF JUNE 11-12, 2016
RCIA
Are you an adult who wants to learn more about the catholic faith,
join the catholic church or complete your sacraments of initiation?
Please contact the religious education office. (570) 421-9097
FAITH SHARING
Faith Sharing meets every Monday in the Driebe Center from 7:15
p.m. to approximately 9:00 p.m. Share your faith with other Catholics while reflecting on and discussing the Mass readings for the
following Sunday. All are welcome!
For more information, please contact Linda Chesko at 570-4971638.
ULTREYA
There will not be an Ultreya for the month of July. The next meeting will be on August 14th in the Jacques Center from 2 to 4 pm .
For more information or questions , please call Tim @ 570– 369-
ADS ARE FREE FOR MEMBERS OF SAINT LUKE’S, AND
ARE PLACED AS SPACE IS AVAILABLE
Lawn Service: Lawn mowing and clean-up. Best prices! Call 570-856-1738
Religious Education Registration
The church of Saint Luke requires that all
school age students (who do not attend
Catholic School) of registered parish families participate in Religious Education
through High School graduation. We also
welcome Catholic School students who wish
to participate. Though not mandatory, we do
offer classes for preschool (age 3 by September ) and Kindergarten, as well.
You may come into the parish office for all
forms, or find a copy of the registration
forms on our website at :
churchofsaintluke.org
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Experienced professional carpenter including all phases of electrical, plumbing, masonry, etc. No job too big or small . Call 570-424-1709
Spring clean-ups - lawn cutting, mulching , top soil, trimming & bush removal call 570– 656-1765
For Sale: Stainless Steel Steam Table- Made by ADMAR of L.I.C. 17 “ W x
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mustard cup, napkin holder $ 200.00 call 570-476-7693
One bedroom upstairs apartment , all remodeled with full bath . Located @
29 N. 9th St. Prefer single person, non-smoker, no pets. $900 per month,
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For Sale: Antique vanity and stool, $75.00. Call : 570-421-4569
For Sale: Purple & Pink disney princess battery operated children's car,
41” L x 33” W like new $ 60.00. Children's 2 wheel bike like new, has small
pink bike attached for Barbie doll $ 40.00. Call 570-424-2335
For Sale: 2 Lazy Boy Recliners, Beige. 1 year old in excellent condition.
$ 300.00 each or 2 for $500.00. Call 570-426-1657.
Reminder to All Confirmation
Students !
Deadline for having your Sponsor
Form in was May 1st. If you have not submitted your form, please do so now. Please check
with your sponsor to make sure they have
returned the form. We only have about 1/2 the
class returned. We will be measuring for
gowns on Friday evening 7/29 at 5:30 P.M. in
the Driebe Center. Please be on time! (Bring
the shoes you intend to wear for confirmation
if you have them.)
Dates for the Festival are July 29th, 30th and
31st. You must work set up on Friday and
clean up on Sunday. You must have also
signed up for Thursday or Friday afternoon
with a parent or sponsor or a booth time on
Saturday or Sunday.
Our First Communion pictures and
dvd’s are in . You can pick up your
child's photo and dvd in the parish
office during office hours. Monday
thru Friday 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
THE CHURCH OF SAINT LUKE
WEEKEND OF JUNE 11-12, 2016
Lorraine Albertson Kevin Finn
Linda Anderson
Joseph Gebhardt
Emma Ayala
Gordon Family
Geovanny Bautista Charlie Guerriere
Joe Bell
David Hart
Robert Bennett
Anthony India
Tina Berwick
Sister Janice
Pat Bolcar
Howard Jenkinson
Marian Burns
George Kiger
Ralph Bush
Sebastian Lattuga
Charles Campbell Mary Lear
Danica Chacon
Roseann Lopiano
Ellen Confer
Mary Ludlow
Richard Creo
Joe Lynch
Ceil Crowe
Frank MacKinney
Paul Crowe
Jennifer Matlock
Kitty Culnane
Fr. Thomas McLauglin
Mary Alica Darlinton Ed McMaster
Mark Davenport
Marlene Murphy
Lida Davenport
Glen Neihart
Jack Dempsey
Monica Oates
Corrine Desterdick Maureen O' Laughlin
Dolores Dzydzora Bernadette O'Reilly
Sandy Ferrario
Daniel Ortiz
Joan Ferretti
Fran Pallozolo
Gary Palmer
Teresa Pastula
Leona Peters
Joseph B. Peters
Lydia Rose Peters
Joaquim Pires
Abigail Possinger
Jerry Price
Thomas Pye
Cecilia Robl
Agnes Shamp
Bob Sledzinski
Ted Stevens Sr.
Melissa Strand
Donald T. Strong
Charlotte Surenko
Audrey Toranzo
Corrine Volpe
Feno Volpe
Catherine Webster
Jim Yoost
Why a Festival ? Church communi-
ties throughout the world are involved in hosting fairs, festivals or
other types of community activities. Our parish is not left out. Our
summer festival started many
years ago, as both an opportunity
for community enrichment but, also, provides
a great opportunity for new parishioners to
meet new people, get involved and become a
more active part of our church community. A
few hours of everyone’s times makes a most
successful outing for all of the members. So
come and share your faith commitment and
help support the parish in this extraordinary
time.
SANCTUARY FLOWERS MAY BE DONATED IN
MEMORIUM, OR OTHER INTENTION, FOR
$75.00 FOR EACH FLORAL ARRANGEMENT.
YOU MAY DONATE ONE, TWO OR THREE .
SANCTUARY LIGHT IN
MEMORY OF
JOAN OLIVERI
BY
Sponsor Saturday Soup Kitchen
for $ 250.00
JOHN MELCHIORI
OUR LITURG IES FOR
MONDAY, June 13
7:30 A.M.
Joseph Maenza by Joe & Dolly
TUESDAY, June 14
7:30 A.M.
Joseph Conforti by Cheryl Mortimer
Joseph Hudock by Paula Barney
WEDNESDAY, June 15
7:30 A.M.
Robert Zipp by Clare Reish
Margaret Politi by Politi Family
THURSDAY, June 16
Jane Manhart by Marie Maenza
FRIDAY, June 17
7:30 A.M.
Nell Jean Smith by Family
SATURDAY, June 18
4:30 P.M.
Janet Seifert by Joe & Betsy Lannon
Marlene DeGeorge by Ann Horvatt
SUNDAY, June 19
8:00 A.M.
Special Intentions of all Father’s
9:30 A.M.
Special Intentions of all Father’s
11:00 A.M.
Special intentions of all Father’s
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Sacrament of Matrimony
Religious Education
Arrangements for marriages are to be made at least six
Our Religious Education program is a collaborative effort be-
months in advance with the Parish. One Party to the marriage
tween our religious education staff and volunteer coordinators.
must be a member of St. Luke’s Church. A detailed “Outline”
Religious Education Administration-Carol Silvoy
of marriage preparation is available by calling the PARISH
OFFICES at 421-9097.
Volunteer Coordinators
Pre-school-Second Grade and First Communion-Patty Murphy
Third Grade-Fifth Grade-John Karolchyk
Sixth Grade-Twelfth Grade and Confirmation-Terry Talbott
Youth Ministry
Youth Ministry is a special concern to our parish. Each week
RCIA - Roseann Lopiano
activities are offered to our grade school students as well as
Religious Articles Store
those in high school . Youth activities are open to all parish
In an effort to serve those of our parish and community who
students.
have a need for religious articles and books, St. Luke’s has a
Please watch the listing of activities in our Youth Corner in
small store for such items available (on a donation basis) in the
the Bulletin.
Father Barrett Center. Call the Parish Office at 421-9097.
High School Education
Becoming a Catholic/RCIA
All high school students not enrolled in a Catholic School are
Each year our parish welcomes men and women to Faith. The
required in our parish to participate in religious formation activity. Sessions are held each week on Sunday.
Call the
Parish Office at 421-9097.
Funeral Services
program known as RCIA-Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults is
the means. If you would like information about becoming a
Catholic or deepening your Faith commitment. Call the Parish
Office at 421-9097.
are conducted at the Parish Church
for all registered members of the parish. It is our desire to
Hospital Visitation
Our parish ministry visit the Hospital on a regular basis. Com-
assist you in planning a Celebration of the Resurrection that
munion is available almost daily at Pocono Hospital from Eu-
is most fitting for your circumstance and spiritual need. Times
charistic Ministers. It is most helpful that a family member ad-
for Funerals are determined by the Church in consultation
vise the parish office when you are going into any Hospi-
with the proper members of the family. We encourage funer-
tal. Anointing of the Sick is offered for all who wish to re-
als to be conducted at the Church. Viewing may also be held
ceive it. Contact: Parish Office @ 570-421-9097
in the Church.
Parish Outreach
If you are homebound and would like to receive communion
in your home, please contact the Parish Office at 421-9097.
Bible Study
gathers each Thursday during the months of
September through April. The gathering takes place at 10:00
a.m. and 7:00 p.m. in the Jacques Center. Check the bulletin
for current sessions.
Parish Membership
We encourage your membership in the family of St. Luke’s Church. In our effort to serve your needs a complete Registration as well
as a listing of your particular needs will help us. You may use the following form to request parish membership forms to be sent by
mail.
Mail to:
St. Luke’s Church , 818 Main Street, Stroudsburg, PA 18360
Family Name __________________________________________________________ First Name__________________________
Address ______________________________________________________________ Phone #____________________________
St. Luke’s is a Stewardship Community requesting that all members be involved in sharing Time, Talent and Treasure.
Your 5% Tithe is welcomed.