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

19th Sunday in Ordinary Time - August 12, 2018

Reflection: Reflect upon/Share about a time when you learned something really important and fruitful about life. What was the process of learning it? What types of things kept you from learning it sooner? How do you think God was involved in your learning? What can you change in your life now to help you listen to God more readily?

Alternate: As you look back on your life, what has drawn you closer to the Lord? How has your relationship with the Lord given you life? What can you change in your life now to remain even closer to the life he gives?

Gospel

No one can come to me unless

the father who sent me draw

him, and I will raise him on the

last day. It is written in the

prophets: They shall all be

taught by God. Everyone who

listens to my Father and learns

from him comes to me.

FIRST READING: 1 KINGS 19:4-8

SECOND READING: EPHESIANS 4:30--5:2 GOSPEL: JOHN 6:41-51

Parish Council, Finance Council & From the Pastor

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GOSPEL MEDITATION -

ENCOURAGE DEEPER UNDERSTANDING OF SCRIPTURE August 12, 2018 - 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Have you ever approached a hushed group and were certain they were talking about you? It's an uncomfortable feeling to catch people murmuring about what you did, said, or didn't do. It breeds division and exclusion. In today's Gospel, Jesus invites us to just the opposite. The reading opens with the crowds "murmuring" their doubts about Jesus after he has proclaimed himself the Bread of Life. "Is this not Jesus, the son of Joseph ? how can he say 'I have come down from heaven'?" In his response, Jesus brings up the Israelites and the manna God brought them in the desert. If you turn back to the story in Exodus, you'll see another similar word: murmuring. As the going got tough, the Israelites doubted Moses and God's plan to protect and care for them as a chosen people. Here, Jesus proposes a difficult theological concept. Jesus himself is "the living bread" and "flesh for the life of the world."

This is not an exclusive concept. "Everyone who listens to my Father and learns from him comes to me." Why? Because "the Father who sent me draw[s] him." The next time you're at Mass, take a few moments to watch the communion line. Young and old, families and singles, diverse races and cultures and stories — we are all drawn to the Eucharistic table. Catholic doctrine may require faith, but it is a faith possible for anyone who seeks truth. Christianity does not hide behind locked doors in an exclusive clubhouse, whispering behind the backs of nonbelievers. Jesus compels us to share the love of God the Father for his children, that we one day be joined with Him and "live forever." WHY DO WE DO THAT? CATHOLIC TRADITIONS EXPLAINED

Question: What are we celebrating on the feast of the Assumption of Mary?

Answer: The Assumption, along with the Immaculate Conception, are two Marian dogmas that have been infallibly defined by the church. The Assumption proclaims the reality that Mary was taken up body and soul into heaven. This was God's special gift to her in response to her total giving of self to God's plan and will. The church believes that Mary was immaculately conceived, that is, conceived without original sin. This led the church to believe that she did not suffer one of the key consequences of original sin, death and corruption. The Orthodox Church celebrates the Dormition of Mary, the belief that Mary did not die but rather fell asleep and was thus assumed into heaven. What significance does this feast have for our lives as Christians today? This feast is above all an assurance and hope of our continued life with God. Modeling ourselves on Jesus and living the Christian life molded by Jesus' values, is certainly the sure path to God. As a result, God will not leave us orphaned or alone to suffer the emptiness of death. Rather we believe that death is merely a transformation of our present state into an even more glorious and eternal relationship with God. This is the hope and assurance that Mary's assumption celebrates. It is a celebration of our assumption as well. She is one of us, providing a model of what God has in store for all who love and give of themselves to God. LIVE THE LITURGY - INSPIRATION FOR THE WEEK Life can be confusing, and the demands and challenges of everyday life can easily cloud our vision. We can become tired. Because of all of the energy needed to manage our day-to-day routines, our spiritual lives can get neglected. Anger, apathy, bitterness, and competition readily distort our relationships with one another and with God. We are asked to imitate God and to put love, compassion, kindness, forgiveness, and gentleness over all things. We need to develop a strong life of prayer in order to bring balance to our lives and to realize who we really are.

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

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, Margaret Dennison, 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, Winston Quitiquit, 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, Karin Oravetz, 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. We appreciate the prompt notification & your cooperation.

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 5

Plate: $ 829.00 Envelope: $ 8,672.00 Total Collection Basket: $ 9,501.00 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 in the center of subject bar. For more information, please call the parish office at 442-1697.

Readings for the week of August 12, 2018

Sunday: 1 Kgs 19:4-8/Ps 34:2-3, 4-5, 6-7, 8-9 [9a]/Eph 4:30--5:2/Jn 6:41-51 Monday: Ez 1:2-5, 24-28c/Ps 148:1-2, 11-12, 13, 14/Mt 17:22-27 Tuesday: Ez 2:8--3:4/Ps 119:14, 24, 72, 103, 111, 131 [103a]/Mt 18:1-5, 10, 12-14 Wednesday: Vigil: 1 Chr 15:3-4, 15-16; 16:1-2/Ps 132:6-7, 9-10, 13-14 [8]/1 Cor 15:54b-57/Lk 11:27-28 Day: Rv 11:19a; 12:1-6a, 10ab/Ps 45:10, 11, 12, 16 [10bc]/1 Cor 15:20-27/Lk 1:39-56 Thursday: Ez 12:1-12/Ps 78:56-57, 58-59, 61-62 [cf. 7b]/Mt 18:21--19:1 Friday: Ez 16:1-15, 60, 63 or 16:59-63/Is 12:2-3, 4bcd, 5-6 [1c]/Mt 19:3-12 Saturday: Ez 18:1-10, 13b, 30-32/Ps 51:12-13, 14-15, 18-19 [12a]/Mt 19:13-15 Next Sunday: Prv 9:1-6/Ps 34:2-3, 10-11, 12-13, 14-15 [9a]/Eph 5:15-20/Jn 6:51-58

This Week’s Mass Intentions

Saturday 5:00pm: Mariam Barbat, RIP Sunday 9:00am: Parishoners of St. Luke 11:30am: Nouria Barbat, RIP Wednesday 7:30am: Bruno & Margaret Bubis, RIP 6:00pm: Mary Lonergan, RIP Thursday 7:30am: Mary Jane Koly, RIP Friday 7:30am: Ann Ponsor, RIP Saturday 5:00pm: Andrea Nickell, RIP Sunday 9:00am: Jerry Neu, RIP 11:30am: Parishoners of St. Luke

Saints and Special Observances

Monday: Sts. Pontian, Pope, and Hippolytus, Priest, Martyrs Tuesday: St. Maximilian Kolbe, Priest & Martyr Wednesday: Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary (Holy Day of Obligation) Thursday: St. Stephen of Hungary Friday: Weekday Saturday: Weekday Next Sunday: 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time

PLEASE PRAY FOR AUGUST WEDDING ANNIVERSARIES:

Zen & Bridget Barelka 42-years Schuyler & Gloria Boyce 28-years Brad & Gina's Elsass 13-years Dan & Jean Goulding 33-years Tom & Kelcie Haggard 48-years Jim & Janis Lindgren 47-years Ben & Susie Machado 52 years Terry & Liz McMullin 50-years Terry & Ann Murray 46-years Billy & Mary Jane Papenhausen 53-years Greg & Adriana Rasberry 18-years Rick & J-Marie Roberts 38 years Dave & Karen Sapper 14-years Frank & Alexxa Terrazas 5-years Frank & Yoli Thompson 22-years Richard & Colleen Venancio 50-years John & Donna Vugrin 66 years Rich & Corrine Warcholik 51 years

If you would like to have your Wedding Anniversary

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Gospel Meditation, Live the Liturgy & Catholic Traditions

Saint Luke Faith Formation Registration for 2018-2019

* Sessions for Pre-school-Grade 5 begins

the week of September 9th

* Middle School Grades 6-8 begins

Monday September 10th

* Confirmation Preparation begins

September 23rd

* High School Youth Group begins

Oct. 8th

You may register though our Parish Website at

www.thechurchofstluke.org OR drop by our Parish Office,

M-F, 9:30am-4:30 pm

Please check the Parish Calendar on the parish website for session times and dates!

Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary

Wednesday, August 15

Masses at 7:30 am 6:00 pm

H o l y D a y o f O b l i g a t i o n

Thank you so much for all of your generous donations for my mission trip to the Philip-pines in March of 2018! I was able to go with 20 other Catholics from the Newman Center at Grand Canyon University. We were able to visit an orphanage, host two healing masses at local colleges with the students, and deliver food bags and pray with the less fortunate living on the mountain. It was an incredible experience and I really appreciate your support, donations, and prayers! If you want to see a video recap of my trip, go to YouTube.com, search “Ericka Holzer” and the video will be on my channel!

Thank you again, and God Bless! -Ericka Holzer

SAVE THE DATE

& Faith Formation Fundraiser

Saturday

September 29, 2018

Saint Luke Fallfest

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, August 15 at 7:00 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

The members of St. Luke Council of Knights of Columbus extend

our congratulations and thanks to our Brother Knight

Carlos Cuellar

for being awarded the honor of Knight of the Year

for California State Council

Carlos, your stellar efforts for support of our veterans and those in need in our community has put you at the forefront

of 75,000+ members in the state.

Parishioners of The Church of St. Luke are invited to celebrate this award

following the 9:00 am Mass Sunday, August 19

Coffee and refreshments will be served

Please join us for back to school fun! School Supply Sorting Thursday, August 16

9:00 am—12:00 noon, in the Hall

Anita Razzouki

Or

Mike wasyliw

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Contacts & Calendar Information

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Month of August (Calendar Events are subject to change)

3:00pm 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

No meetings

6:45pm East County Young Adult Summer Series—off site

7:30am Mass—Assumption of Mary (HDO) 6:00pm Mass—Assumption of Mary (HDO) 6:30pm St. Vincent de Paul meeting

7:00pm RCIA Inquiry

7:30am Mass 9:00am—12:00 noon School Supply Sorting

7:30am Mass 3:00pm Reconciliation 5:00pm Mass 8:15am Pro Life Rosary 9:00am Mass/Children's Liturgy of the Word/ 10:00am Knights of Columbus Coffee & Refreshments 11:30am Mass/Children's Liturgy of the Word 1:00pm Group Baptism: Adalee Hirsh

Tue 14

Sat 11

Sun 12

Mon13

Wed 15

Fri 17

Thu 16

Sat 18

Sun 19

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: Rosemarie Murphy 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

Parish Events

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Church of St. Luke Annual School Supply Drive

Cajon Valley Union School District

2018-2019

The Church of St. Luke is collecting school supplies for Friends of the Poor and two poverty level schools in the Cajon Valley Union School District. July 14 to August 12 Parishioners may also donate checks or cash. Please make out checks and cash envelopes to: St Luke Outreach Ministry (school supplies in the memo line). Cash donation envelopes and checks should be deposited in the collection baskets.

Graph Paper Notebooks Pens (red, blue, & black) Expo Dry Erase Markers Retractor Pencils Pencil Sharpener Pencil Boxes Thick Crayons Calculators Reams of White Paper Crayons Color Markers Colored Pencils Scissors Rulers Paint Brushes Watercolors

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Your continued support is very much appreciated.

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