The Church of St. Luke is joyful, welcoming, caring, active family of believers striving to grow in knowledge of and love

for God and each other. Challenged by the Word,

nurtured by the Eucharist, and enlivened by the Spirit, we seek to live the message of Jesus in

serving the needs of others both within our Parish and in

the larger community.

Wed., Thurs., Fri.: 7:30 am Saturday: 5:00 pm

Sunday: 9:00 am & 11:30 am

Saturday: 3:30 pm (also by appointment)

Monday-Friday 9:00 am—5:00 pm

Fax: (619) 442-2293

Saint Luke A ROMAN CATHOLIC COMMUNITY OF DISCIPLES

THE CHURCH OF

1980 Hillsdale Road El Cajon, California 92019

(619) 442-1697 www.thechurchofstluke.org

22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time - September 2, 2018

Reflection: Reflect upon/share about what you do, other than go to church, that honors God? What is it about what you do, or how you do it, that brings honor to God? What more can you do to live your life in a manner which honors God? Alternate: Reflect upon/share about common beliefs, in our culture, which strike you as opposite of what our Lord teaches. How do these beliefs get so strong? How can you identify beliefs you have which may be different from what the Lord teaches?

GOSPEL

He responded, "Well did Isaiah

prophesy about you hypocrites,

as it is written: This people honors

me with their lips, but their hearts

are far from me; in vain do they

worship me, teaching as doctrines

human precepts. You disregard

God's commandment but cling

to human tradition."

FIRST READING: Deuteronomy 4:1-2, 6-8

SECOND READING: James 1:17-18, 21b-22, 27 GOSPEL: MARK 7:1-8, 14-15, 21-23

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GOSPEL MEDITATION - ENCOURAGE DEEPER UNDERSTANDING OF SCRIPTURE September 2, 2018 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time Judgment tends to have a bad reputation. We often associate it with condemnation, and in the Gospels, we associate it with the Pharisees. Today's Gospel features the Pharisees doing exactly what we expect. "They observed that some of his disciples ate their meals with unclean, that is, unwashed, hands." The Jewish people had strict purification laws that applied to all areas of life. The Pharisees attempt to accuse Jesus of not following the ancestral traditions. Jesus doesn't take offense at their judgments per se. He instead points out the hypocrisy of their words. "You hypocrites ? this people honors me with their lips, but their hearts are far from me." From there, Jesus turns his attention to the concerns of the heart. "The things that come from within are what defile." He lists off a number of sins, including some the Pharisees were likely struggling with, including evil thoughts, envy, and arrogance. When we examine the list, perhaps we're reminded of our own trips to the confessional! As we strive to follow Jesus and live with integrity, we must be aware of our hearts. We must judge our own actions. Are they leading us closer to God or away from Him? Are we growing in love of our neighbor, or are we becoming more closed in on ourselves? As we move into this week, consider the state of our own heart. Perhaps you are overly scrupulous in less important areas. Perhaps there are large areas of overlooked sin that you've excused for too long. Whatever it is, the judgment of God need not cripple us. He offers us a share in His mercy as soon as we turn to Him. This week, allow your heart to be transformed!

LIVE THE LITURGY - INSPIRATION FOR THE WEEK In response to how the Pharisees and scribes lived their faith, Jesus said, "This people honors me with their lips, but their hearts are far from me." Both good and evil impulses come from our hearts. Which one has the upper hand depends on how well a person has taken on the mind and heart of God. How well we live our faith is determined by the same. As Pope Francis tells us, Jesus is present in all of our brothers and sisters, especially those who endure suffering like his own. Our world is full of tragedy, conflict, and suffering: slave labor, diseases, wars, terrorism, exploitation, famine, human trafficking. We cannot simply pay lip service to the evils of the world ? we must act!

WHY DO WE DO THAT? - CATHOLIC LIFE EXPLAINED Question: As we celebrate Labor Day, can you tell me about Catholic teaching regarding labor? Answer: One of the most important principles of Catholic social teaching is the dignity of work and the rights of workers. Four encyclicals address this foundational social teaching: Rerum Novarum (1891) by Leo XIII, Quadragesimo Anno (1931) by Pius XI, Laborem Exercens (1981), and Centesimus Annus (1991) by John Paul II. They address both the theology and dignity of work. In Genesis, God takes the initiative in creating the world, calling forth human beings to be faithful stewards of creation. We are thus formed to share in God's continuing creative activity by partnering with God in finishing the world and helping bring it to completion and fulfillment. From this perspective, work can be spiritually understood in terms of sharing in God's ongoing activity to build, create, and transform the world. Human beings are co-creators with God. This vocation demands self-discipline. Besides an exercise in self-discipline, work is also the means by which we develop and fulfill ourselves. In work, we shape the world and our environment. Through work, we also shape ourselves. Pope John Paul II summarized this point in Laborem Exercens #6, "the value of work is not primarily the kind of work being done, but the fact that the one who is doing it is a person." Labor Day offers an excellent opportunity to reflect on how we view work in light of our Catholic social teaching.

Parish Council, Finance Council & From the Pastor

PARISH PASTORAL

COUNCIL Parish Pastoral Council

normally meets on the 3rd Tuesday of the month. Visitors/observers are welcome. If you wish to

have an item placed on the agenda, contact a Council Member to present it for you or contact the Parish

Office.

PARISH COUNCIL MEMBERS:

Fr. Ron Cochran Jane Alfano

Mark Balmert Amy Cannon

Bob Guarnotta Linda Jacobson

Anita Leak Sam Lupo

Don Mercurio Dcn. Emeritus: Dennie Nickell Rick Roberts

Teresa Dodd-Butera Tony Camara Tom Selfani Bryan Shull

Dcn. Jerry Stenovec Dcn. Allan Williams

PARISH FINANCE COUNCIL

The Parish Finance Council meets every other

3rd Wednesday of the month.

PARISH FINANCE

COUNCIL MEMBERS: Fr. Ron Cochran

James Chitkowski Jim Crockett

George Heidenreich Jeanne Houghtby

John Krueger Cathy March Dave Sapper

PLEASE REMEMBER IN YOUR PRAYERS

Lucy Aon, Laura Lee, Ryan Smith, Matthew Chu, Rose Falls, Richard Frechette, Ann Hansell, Daryl Gagne, Reilly Phipps, Mike McFaul, Richard Spurling, Dean Mellos, Diane Harvey, Eric Matus, Sally Williams, Gabe

Eddy, Harriet B, Nora Toscano, Eugenio Cesena, Jeanne Brunner, Don Lenox, Patty Hayes & Family, Glen Stewart, Corrine Warcholik, Carol Rudd, John Leonard, Colleen London, Laurie Lindow, Joey Enderwood, Bob Cole, Paul Folsom, John Stevenson, Zoey Thomas, La Mice Denton, Brian Hill, Gary Corwin, Roberto Lopez, Lorraine Flint, Bill Phillips, Isaac Armas, Mary Botte, Lara Pasi, Nancy Usrey, Ryan Cochran, Emmanuel Hallak, Dylan Coughlin, Frank Alfano, Selena Chum, Jimmie Davis, Rachel Chavez, Michele Chavez, Linda Rogers, Helen Chu, Al Bowen, Joyce Kammer, Theresa Warcholik, Cheryl Berry, Natalie Enriquez, Candace Dayton, Ladel, Michael Ward, Nina Murphy, Noel Fisher, Jason Zdunich, Karen Bennett, Connie Elba, Blanche Duncan, Charles Brown, Jim Leachman, Christine Banuelos, Jose Orrantia, Mina Scannicchio, Carol Petrich, Carey Moore, Jose Azarza, Parker Landis, Joan Smith, Jackie, Jeff Rogers, Michelle Tello, Chase Laird, Vera Navetta, Miriam Kaskorkis, Adelaide Fitzwater, Ed Solorzano, Alice Zizzo, Luis Orrantia, Maggie Matthews, Sophia Christensen, Cindy Russell, Karen Walker, Mike Murphy, Ann Mussomeli, Jeanine DeSanti, Joe James Sowards, Vie Liddell, Olivia Dunn, Jennifer Soares, Dorothea Wall, Antoinette Daquisto-Guidi, Bob Weisham, Teri Harrison, Danielle P. , Maria Warcholik, Ruthie Condon, Marin Mejia, Mike Marcon, Theresa & Vito Siragusa, Tracy Weaver, Rick Gores, Sue Sullivan, Tommy Collet Sr., Travis Butler, Gregory S., Joni Marco, Vern Hubka, Ricky Latorre, Camryn Mayer, Aimee Gatus, Tommy Collet Jr., Thomas Baca, Chuck Moore, Gui Mei Guo, Audrianna Lococo, Karl Viederstein, Carey Moore, Maria Teresa Valquez, Tyler Parr, Terry McMullin, Richard Perricone, John Agostini, Austin Gatus, Rosemary Lowe, The Hill Family, the Morrison Family, Frances Colombo, Megan Kruer Jones, Zaim Attisha, Laura Lee, Teresa Russo; and all our relatives and friends who are sick.

A NOTE ABOUT OUR PRAYER LIST: If you would like to add a name to our list, please contact Nancy Adema.

Also, please notify Nancy when a name can be removed.

Remember in your Prayers, Weekly Readings, Mass Intentions

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PARISH FINANCES

In order to fulfill our budget, we need to receive an average of $12,722 in the collection basket each week. Some weeks may be higher and some lower, but we need to maintain that average. Additionally, we have budgeted for an average of $12,802 to be contributed monthly through our Online Giving contribution program.

The total amount budgeted through these sources is $660,095 this year.

Our budget includes another $106,384 expected income from other sources; (Annual Catholic Appeal rebates, Christmas & Easter collections, Sacramental donations, interest, one-time gifts and bequests, etc.).

LAST WEEK: Totals for August 26

Plate: $ 1,229.00 Envelope: $ 7,608.00 Total Collection Basket: $ 8,837.00

Online Giving

SUPPORTING THE MISSION OF THE CHURCH: Once you’ve made a decision on how much you should be giving, decide how to give.

WAYS TO GIVE: You can use envelopes as many people do, or set up automatic donations through your bank (forms available in the parish office); you can go to Online Giving on the St. Luke website and set up an online giving plan. You may personally manage online giving or call the parish office to arrange a plan administered by the parish Business Manager. Online Giving Link: www.thechurchofstluke.org (click on Online Giving, on the right side of the menu bar). For additional information, please call the parish office at 619-442-1697.

Readings for the week of September 2, 2018

Sunday: Dt 4:1-2, 6-8/Ps 15:2-3, 3-4, 4-5 [1a]/Jas 1:17-18, 21b-22, 27/ Mk 7:1-8, 14-15, 21-23

Monday: 1 Cor 2:1-5/Ps 119:97, 98, 99, 100, 101, 102 [97]/Lk 4:16-30

Tuesday: 1 Cor 2:10b-16/Ps 145:8-9, 10-11, 12-13ab, 13cd-14 [17]/Lk 4:31-37

Wednesday: 1 Cor 3:1-9/Ps 33:12-13, 14-15, 20-21 [12]/Lk 4:38-44

Thursday: 1 Cor 3:18-23/Ps 24:1bc-2, 3-4ab, 5-6 [1]/Lk 5:1-11

Friday: 1 Cor 4:1-5/Ps 37:3-4, 5-6, 27-28, 39-40 [39a]/Lk 5:33-39

Saturday: Mi 5:1-4a or Rom 8:28-30/Ps 13:6ab, 6c [Is 61:10]/Mt 1:1-16, 18-23 or 1:18-23

Next Sunday: Is 35:4-7a/Ps 146:7, 8-9, 9-10 [1b]/Jas 2:1-5/Mk 7:31-37

This Week’s Mass Intentions

Saturday 5:00pm: Billy Agnello, RIP Sunday 9:00am: Mariam Barbat, RIP 11:30am: Parishoners of St. Luke Wednesday 7:30am: Communion Service Thursday 7:30am: Asso Brikho, RIP Friday 7:30am: Charles Toy, RIP Saturday 5:00pm: Nouria Barbat, RIP Sunday 9:00am: Parishoners of St. Luke 11:30am: Jessica Casillas Stenovec, RIP

Saints and Special Observances

Sunday: 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time Monday: St. Gregory the Great, Pope & Doctor of the Church Tuesday: Weekday Wednesday: St. Teresa of Calcutta Thursday: Weekday Friday: Weekday Saturday: The Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary

Next Sunday: 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time

PLEASE PRAY FOR SEPTEMBER

WEDDING ANNIVERSARIES: Robert & Annabelle Kroeger ........... 68 years Joseph F. & Christy Klock ............... 61 years John & Teddie DeLaurentis ............. 59 years Phil & Fran Gelber, M.D. ................. 57 years George & Dianne Heidenreich ........ 49 years John & Kay Krueger ........................ 48 years Tom & Ellie Collet Sr ....................... 45 years Sal & Shirley Flor ............................. 42 years Tony & Julie Gonzales .................... 39 years Joe & Mina Scannicchio .................. 31 years Andrew & Michele Curl .................... 28 years Marty & Carol Banks ....................... 21 years Dale & Kathy Harrington .................. 19 years

If you would like to have your Wedding Anniversary

placed in the bulletin, please call 619-442-1697.

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Gospel Meditation, Live the Liturgy & Catholic Traditions

Important Notice for Faith Formation Families!

Due to unexpected professional development for staff members, our scheduled sessions for

pre-k through middle school faith formation will begin the week of September 16th instead

of the original start date of September 9th. Please update your calendars and schedules

accordingly, and share this news with your faith formation friends!

PS: Don’t forget to register for high school Confirmation Ministry if you have not already

done so! As a reminder, returning families must register for their second year of preparation.

Our mandatory parent and teen meeting will be September 23 from 10:15—11:00am

in the Parish Hall. Pass it on!

SAINT LUKE FAITH FORMATION REGISTRATION FOR 2018-2019

Preschool—Grade 5

sessions begin the week of September 16th

Middle School, Grades 6—8

sessions begin Monday, September 17th

Confirmation Preparation

begins Sunday, September 23rd

High School Youth Group

begins Monday, October 8th

Registration may be done though our parish website:

www.thechurchofstluke.org

or drop by our Parish Office

Monday—Friday, 9:30am—4:30pm (closed 9/3)

Please check the calendar on the

parish website for session times and dates

Eucharistic Adoration

September 7th, 8:00am-5:00pm

The first Friday of each month, pray before The Blessed Sacrament

5:00-5:30pm Closing Benediction and Prayer for Vocations

Sign up or just come by to spend an hour in prayer with Jesus, who is present on the altar in the Blessed Sacrament.

There is a sign up sheet available in the baptistery. If you wish to sign up by phone, or for additional information:

Cindy Christmas Mike Wasyliw

You are invited to come and pray a

Rosary for Peace at the Church of St. Luke

Saturday, September 8 4:00 PM

We will pray the Rosary on the second

Saturday of each month

Did you know? In addition to your generous donations, the loose coins you place in the collection basket go to help the Society of St. Vincent de Paul at the Church of St. Luke to provide assistance to those in need!

Meetings: 1st Thursday at 11am & 3rd Wednesday at 6:30pm, in the Hall.

For more information, please contact Mike Wasyliw

SVDP Speaker:

What is Alzheimer’s & how we can help caregivers.

Saint Luke Hall - September 19th @ 6:30 pm

Parish Information

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The Journey of Faith begins with your questions:

What is faith? How does faith grow? What do Catholics believe, and why is it different from

other faith traditions?

Classes for the Christian Initiation of Adults are available for anyone who wants to learn more about the Catholic faith.

The process begins with an “inquiry” period, when questions can lead to exploration.

Wednesday, September 5 at 7:00pm in the Youth Room

If you or someone you know is interested in learning more about the Catholic faith, or is interested in completing their sacraments, please plan on attending.

If you have any questions, please contact Deacon Jerry Stenovec

Scrip for sale this weekend!

When you buy scrip (gift cards) to shop at your favorite stores, St. Luke’s

Outreach Ministry program benefits by receiving a portion of all sales!

Buy Scrip after Mass on 9/1 & 9/2

Sunday, September 9 9:30am-11:00am

Old-fashioned Pancakes, French Toast, Scrambled Eggs, and Ham

Orange Juice, Coffee, Tea or Water

Adults $7 Sponsored by:

The Knight of Columbus

For Questions

call

Mike Wasyliw

or

Anita Rozzuki

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Contacts & Calendar Information

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Month of September (Calendar Events are subject to change)

3:30pm Reconciliation 5:00pm Mass 8:15am Pro Life Rosary 9:00am Mass/Children's Liturgy of the Word 11:30am Mass/Children's Liturgy of the Word

Labor Day—office closed

No meetings

7:30am Communion Service 7:00pm RCIA Inquiry

7:30am Mass 11:00am St. Vincent de Paul

7:30am Mass 8:00am-5:00pm First Friday Adoration 5:00pm Closing Benediction 3:30pm Reconciliation 4:00pm Rosary for Peace 5:00pm Mass 8:15am Pro Life Rosary 8:40am Profession of Faith & Confirmation: Cheryl Darrieulat 9:00am Mass/Children's Liturgy of the Word and First Communion: Cheryl Darrieulat 9:00am KofC Pancake Breakfast 11:30am Mass/Children's Liturgy of the Word

4:15pm Middle School Faith Formation session

Tue 4

Sat 1

Sun 2

Mon3

Wed 5

Fri 7

Mon 10

Thu 6

Sat 8

Sun 9

VISIT OUR WEBSITE for additional calendar and event information

www.thechurchofstluke.org

FROM THE BULLETIN EDITOR Office Phone: (619) 442-1697 Fax (619) 442-2293

Joanie Maitilasso OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm THE DEADLINE FOR BULLETIN ANNOUNCEMENTS IS

MONDAY AT 12:00 NOON. PARISH DIRECTORY

Pastor: Rev. Ron Cochran (619) 442-1697 Deacon Emeritus: Dennie Nickell (619) 442-1697 Deacon: Jerry Stenovec Deacon: Allan Williams Pastoral Associate: Jane Cruz Alfano (619) 442-1697 x103 Business Manager: Jim Crockett (619) 442-1697 x110 busmgr@thechurchofstluke.org Secretary: Joanie Maitilasso (619) 442-1697 x101 secretary@thechurchofstluke.org Bulletin Editor: Joanie Maitilasso (619) 442-1697 x101 secretary@thechurchofstluke.org Facility Manager: Robert Stevenson (619)442-1697 x109 Web Master: Lance Attiq webmaster@thechurchofstluke.org. Altar Servers: Dcn. Alan Williams Choir Director: Colin McColl Organist: Susan Paul Eucharistic Ministers: Linda Jacobson Greeters: Maria Oliver Lectors: Susan Smothers Ushers: George Heidenriech

FAITH FORMATION Catechetical Ministry Jane Cruz Alfano, Pastoral Associate (619) 442-1697 x103 passoc@thechurchofstluke.org Coordinator of RCIA: Dcn. Jerry Stenovec Coordinator of PreK-5 Faith Formation: Debbie Stenovec (619) 442-2515 x 105 K-5reled@thechurchofstluke.org Coordinator of Middle and High School Faith Formation &Youth a/Young Adult Ministry: Evelyn Beale (619) 442-2515 x 106 Youthreled@thechurchofstluke.org

MINISTRIES & ORGANIZATIONS Baptism Class: Joanie Maitilasso (619) 442-1697 Centering Prayer: Church Cleaning Crew: Peggy Nelson Cub/Boy Scout Religious Emblems: Shannon Vint Eucharistic Adoration: Cindy Christmas & Mike Wasyliw Friends of the Poor: Martha Evans Knights of Columbus: Eddie Vandiver Marriage Preparation: Joanie Maitilasso Ministry to Sick and Homebound: Dcn. Jerry Stenovec Outreach Ministry: Ken Stempien Prayer Chain: Nancy Adema Respect Life: Don Mercurio Scrip: Ed Broadhurst Small Church Communities: Jane Cruz Alfano, (619) 442-1697 x 103

Society of St. Vincent de Paul: Mike Wasyliw St. Luke Business Network: Cathy March

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