Saint Luke Catholic Church Westport Ct
16 September
Who we are and what we strive for... In the spirit of our Patron, Saint Luke, our Parish Mission is: To be a welcoming and hospitable community to all; Religious Formation Office PHONE: 203-226-0729 • FAX: 203-226-5446 To enrich the hearts, minds and lives of those who seek AINT UKE ARISH ENTER to grow as disciples of Jesus Christ in the Roman S L P C Catholic tradition; 49 N. TURKEY HILL ROAD, WESTPORT, CT 06880 Hours: Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm To be faithful in prayer, in spiritual renewal, in stewardship and in compassionate outreach. Mrs. Jacqueline Frusciante– Coordinator e-mail: [email protected] Mrs. Jean Coleman – Office Assistant Parish Office E-MAIL: [email protected] PHONE: 203-227-7245 • FAX: 203-226-8063 SAINT LUKE RECTORY Youth Ministry Office PHONE: 203-222-0205
84 LONG LOTS ROAD, WESTPORT, CT 06880 Ms. Deb Toner, Youth Minister Office Hours: M to F, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm e-mail: [email protected] Monsignor Andrew G. Varga, D.Min.– Pastor e-mail: [email protected] Reverend Thomas Lakra – P.V. Music Ministry Staff PHONE: 203-227-7245 e-mail: [email protected] Mr. Leon Bernard – Minister of Music Reverend Udayakumar Xavariapitchai – P.V. Mrs. Marguerite Hastings – Assistant Organist e-mail: [email protected] Dr. Brian J. Kelly, Ph.D.– Deacon e-mail: [email protected] Outreach Ministries Mr. Lance C. Fredricks – Deacon e-mail: [email protected] e-mail: [email protected] Sr. Maureen Fleming, SSND PHONE: 203-222-0478 Mrs. Judy Torska – Parish Secretary – Coordinator of Pastoral Outreach Activities Ms. Mary Blake – Office Assistant (M & W) Deacon Lance C. Fredricks PHONE: 203-227-7245 – Ministry to Sick, Elderly and Shut-ins Lay Members of the Parish Corporation (“Trustees”) Mr. Edmund Bagnulo Mrs. Joanne Landino Pastoral Advisory Council Chair Pastoral Counseling Services PHONE - - Mr. Edmund Bagnulo, Pro-Tem Dr. Brian J. Kelly, Ph.D. : 203 373 9753 Parish Finance Council Chair ◊ Individual, Family and Marriage Mr. Joseph Nixon ◊ Certified in Neuro-Feedback Therapy WEEKEND MASSES: Saturday, 5:30 pm Sunday 7:30 am, 9:00 am, 11:00 am (Choir), 5:30 pm (Youth Singers) Children’s Liturgy of the Word at 9:00 am & 11:00 am Masses WEEKDAY MASS: 8:00 am, Monday through Saturday 8:00 am (plus 12:15 pm, Tu & Th in Lent) SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION: Saturday, 4:30 to 5:15 pm, or by appointment BAPTISMS AND WEDDINGS: Please call the Rectory Office; see our website for more information Saint Luke Church Page 1
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Well, we all knew that the day would come PRAYERS for the SICK sooner or later that Father Thomas Lakra Bud Adams, Jay Baur, Mary Lou Bennett, would be leaving us. It’s hard to believe Patricia Bigge, Joseph Ciciora, Neil Croarkin, - - - that he has been here for four and a half Dave Dennehy, Catherine DeVoe, Cheryl years! I’m sure that you will miss him Eldh, W. Richard Francis, Charlie French, greatly as will I. He will leave for India on Marie Garafolo, Allison Gazerro, Tracy Tuesday, October 2. We are planning cof- fee hours after the 9:00 and the11:00 am Genovese, John Harney, Mary Henrikson, Masses NEXT SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 Zsuzsa & Charles Huebner, John so that you’ll have a chance to say goodbye Kaczmarczyk, Carol Kagdis, Kaden Keehan, and wish him well. Matthew Kokoszka, Dominic Mariani, Linda McGee, Frank Meredith Jr., Caroline Moe, In the meanwhile, we welcome our new paro- Joe Nixon, Katherine Padula, Chris Poullas, chial vicar, Father Udayakumar Xavari- Carol Robinson, Joanne Rogers, Fr. Bill apitchal. Fortunately for us accustomed to Sangiovanni, Paul Schiavone, William Senia English pronunciations, he goes by the name Sr., Alexandria Carnahan Sloan, Mary Father Kumar (koo-MAHR), which will be Sposito, Margie Tetreault, Evelyn Toner, a great relief to our lectors as they announce Mark & Laureen True, Jack Walters the priest who will be celebrating the Mass! We’ll have more info about Father Kumar for you in the weeks ahead. May his time with us be happy and fulfilling! Eternal rest Grant unto them, o lord From Bishop Frank Caggiano… HOWARD BAUER During this time of trial, we must come together as a family of faith and beg the Lord for forgiveness and to offer reparation for the sins committed by priests, bishops and any member of the Church, espe- New to the cially the depraved sins against children and the vulnerable. It is also a area? Just time to ask God to heal those who have been wounded by sin, to turn moved in? our hearts away from anything that is evil and to renew our commit- ment to holiness…. Get life in your new home off Christ has conquered sin and death, but we are still in the midst of a to a good start! The priests of the parish I spiritual battle. For that reason, would like the Prayer to Saint Mi- would be happy to visit and bless your chael the Archangel recited at the end of each and every Mass celebrat- home and your family. Just call the par- ed in the Diocese, beginning on the Memorial of Our Lady of Sorrows, - 15 September. ish office (227 7245) to arrange a con- venient time. The prayer (at Saint Luke Parish, found on the back cover of the Herit- age Missal) should be said immediately before the recessional hymn is FAMILY HOSPITALITY NOTES sung; that is, when the celebrant, after dismissing the people and ven- A television monitor is available in erating the altar, is facing the sanctuary. Once the prayer is recited, the recessional hymn begins, and the celebrant genuflects (or bows) and the hallway for families whose child recesses out. might be having a restless day that would disturb other worshipers. May Mary, Queen of Heaven, protect us and help us to have hearts -
more and more like the Sacred Heart of her Son. A baby changing table is located in the handicapped lavatory. Page 2 Westport, CT THANK YOU!! Many thanks to all who helped at the parish picnic, too numer- ous to name. You made this successful event happen. Though we had to move in- side, there were many happy Today we celebrate Catechetical Sunday. The Church people and you helped to strengthen our parish family. will focus on the theme “Enlisting Witnesses for Jesus Thank you! Christ.” This ministry of teaching in the name of the Church has a profound dignity, which is why cate- OPEN HOUSE AT FAIRFIELD PREP chists are formally commissioned by the Church. Cat- echetical Sunday is a wonderful opportunity to reflect Fairfield Prep invites all seventh and eighth grade boys and their families to our OPEN HOUSE on on the role that each person plays, by virtue of Bap- th - tism, in handing on the faith and being a witness to the Sunday, September 30 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm. Meet faculty, administrators, and students to learn more Gospel. It’s also an opportunity for all to rededicate about what Fairfield Prep has to offer. For directions to themselves to this mission as a community of faith. Prep and to create your online Prep Admissions Ac- Together let us pray for all those who have offered to count, please visit the Fairfield Prep website at www.fairfieldprep.org and click on the Admissions share their faith in this necessary and wonderful work page. and bring the light of Christ into our community:
In this celebration we give thanks to our Lord for giv- FLU VACCINE CLINIC ing us these ministers and pray that through the Holy Flu shots will be given on Sunday October 7th from 10 Spirit they will receive the grace they need in their AM to 12 PM in the Robertson Room. Those receiving service to our Church. the vaccine are advised to wear short sleeves or clothes with loose fitting sleeves. CATECHISTS Insurances accepted by VNS with no charge to the in- sures are: Medicare, Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross, Con- Mary Kay Caricato Stephanie Mergenthaler necticare, and Harvard Pilgrim. Insurance cards will be Jean Coleman Austin Murray required at the time the vaccine is given. VNS will bill your insurance as we have in the past. Jill Dillon Jordan Razza Theresa Green Andrea Remlin For those with insurance other than the above, payment Linda Hopper Mark Sargent will be required at the time of vaccinatiopns and we, in turn will provide you with a receipt to submit directly to Michelle Hopson Ellie Spangler Bob Horkovich Patricia Valencia your carrier to allow for reimbursement. Christian Mannino Please sign the sheets posted on the bulletin board in the church hallway. We will be able to accommodate some walk-ins. For more information call Diana @ 203-255- Aides and Subs 6002.
Tina Carnahan Jessica Purcell At the 9:00 & 11:00 am Masses, we Carolyn Doan Gabriel Sargent encourage young children to go out Sandra Fleming Tracey Vizzo for their own Liturgy of the Word. Jessica Horkovich During this time they hear the read- ings and have a homily on their own level. Parents are encouraged to go along with their child if the child does not want to go alone. You do not have to be parishioners; this liturgy is open to all. Also if you are interested in sharing in this minis- try, please contact Judy at the Parish Office, 203-227- 7245. Adult Formation Opportunities Page 3 NEW HORIZONS FAITH FORUM FALL LUNCHEON Beginning Tuesday, September 11th, FOOD FOR THE BODY 10:30 to Noon, the Faith Forum com- & FOR THE SOUL munity of Saint Luke will begin its The New Horizons will hold its fall 23rd season by reading theologian luncheon on Tuesday, October 2 at Elizabeth Johnson’s new book, 11:30 am. We will gather in the Creation and the Cross. Community Room for a delicious We welcome you to join in the reading of this enlighten- lunch prepared by Sr. Maureen. ing book and see if you too "...find yourself at home se- Dr. Anthony Santomauro, noted curely grounded in an understanding of God's mercy that – obstetrician and gynecologist – and noted artist – will be directly addresses the deepest questions of the day" our guest speaker. Some of his art work will be on dis- America, July 23, 2018. Sister Elizabeth Johnson guides play. her readers: "...through an analysis of St Anselm's 'satisfaction theory' (that Christ suffered crucifixion to The cost of the lunch will be $15.00. Please make your atone for human sin, satisfying God's anger,) its social check to St. Luke Church and mail it to Joe Boggio, 48 background of the 11th century and its later historical de- Westfair Drive, Westport, CT 06880. Reservations are velopments and ...gives a list of clear contemporary cri- due by Monday September 24. tiques..." (ibid.)
We look forward to seeing you and celebrating together. Join us! For information email Deacon Brian Kelly at This is an exceptional opportunity. Be sure to bring your [email protected] or [email protected] friends. PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY The Prayer Shawl Ministry will begin meeting this Monday, September 17 in the Robertson Room. Please join us!
HOSPITAL SICK VISITS HARVEST FAIR Please note: If you or a loved one is in a hospital or HELP WANTED nursing home, and wish a visit, please make us Our Harvest Fair is gearing up to be aware of this through our Parish Office. HIPAA the best ever. We are in need of a Laws do not allow us to find out this information person to help us with publicity. If even on request by the parish clergy, you can lend a hand, please call (203) PARISH SOUP PANTRY NEEDS SHABBY CHIC BOUTIQUE “When I was hungry, you gave me food; I was thirsty and you gave me drink; I Baubles was a stranger and you made me wel- come; naked and you clothed me; sick Bangles and you visited me; in prison and you came to see me.” & Beads – Matthew 25:35-37 Part of our Harvest Fair, No-
PASTA SAUCEPARMALAT MILK vember 10 & 11. Our Bou- INSTANT POTATOES TUNA tique consists of stylish pre- CEREAL PEANUT BUTTER owned items: Jewelry, CANNED HAM LOW SODIUM SOUPS Scarves, Cosmetics, Candles, Purses, Crystal Stemware - We are unable to accept toys, Sets, Re gifting Items. BISQUICK books, electronics, and furniture. Please watch the expiration dates on items. Board of Donations must be clean and in good repair, PLEASE! Health regulations forbid the use of expired items. Drop-off at Room 12 in the Saint Luke Parish Center Call: Judy Wanat (203) 259-4673 .
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Weekly Calendar September 16– September 23 “Blessing of the Athletes” HOSTED BY YOUTH GROUP! Sunday, September 16 24th Sunday of Ordinary Time 9:00 am Children’s Liturgy of the Word ...... Church SUNDAY 09/30 5:30PM Mass 11:00 am Children’s Liturgy of the Word ...... Church 6:30pm food and fun! Tuesday, September 18 10:30 am Faith Forum ...... Saint Cecelia Room - - - 7:00 pm Mendelssohn Choir ...... Church Kids Teens Families Everyone can join us! Thursday, September 20 Feel free to wear your team shirts! 7:30 pm Adult Choir ...... Church Saturday, September 22 SUPER DUPER WEENIE will provide 8:30 am Men’s Group ...... Youth Room food! Sunday, September 23 25th Sunday of Ordinary Time Please sign up for food so we have plenty! 9:00 am Children’s Liturgy of the Word ...... Church 11:00 am Children’s Liturgy of the Word ...... Church [email protected] .
CHOICE OF: HOT DOGS, HAMBURGER/ LOOKING AHEAD... VEGGIE BURGERS, FRENCH FRIES AND A l-o-n-g view of what’s coming up DRINK) at Saint Luke Parish… MARK YOUR CALENDARS!! JOIN US!!
OCT 19 “First” Friday Speaker Parishioner Joseph Califano on his new book: “Our Damaged Democracy: We the People Must Act” Nov 10-11 HARVEST FAIR
“Saint Luke Youth Group Parish Budget Report is Awesome 2018/2019” AVERAGE WEEKLY NEED ...... 15,821
Look for the cover photo September 9 designed by senior Owen Regular Collection ...... 5,470
Spangler to join our Allowance for Credit Cards ...... 3,366
Facebook group Total ...... 8,836 Monthly ...... 2,235
Please remember Saint Luke Parish in your will.
SAFE, SECURE, AUTOMATIC Please consider making your offerings by credit card... We do all the work; You get the mileage-points and the convenience. Please call Judy in the parish office for more information: 203-227-7245 16 September 2018 Page 5
News from around the Diocese
Saturday, September 15 Our Lady of Sorrows Upcoming VIRTUS Training Session 5:30 pm Erik Paulsson at Saint Luke
Sunday, September 16 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time Missey Moe-Cook will be facilitating a VIRTUS (Protecting 7:30 am For All our Parishioners God’s Children) training session at Saint Luke:
9:00 am Kenneth J. Grand - - 11:00 am Hermina Carson Wednesday November 14, 2018 6:00 8:30 pm Saint Luke Community Room 5:30 pm Ulysses Knotts - All volunteers serving in the Diocese of Bridgeport that have Monday, September 17 not yet been trained - are required to attend a VIRTUS training
8:00 am Hermina Carson program and clear a criminal background check. These safe- Tuesday, September 18 guards are required for all volunteers, even those who DO 8:00 am All Souls NOT have scheduled contact with children. It is everyone’s responsibility to help keep the children and our parish safe. Wednesday, September 19 Included in these requirements are Lectors, Eucharistic Minis- 8:00 am Mary Turko ters, Ushers, members of the Choir, Religious Education Teachers, and volunteers at all various Parish Events. Every- Thursday, September 20 Sts. Andrew Kim Tae-gon & one plays a role in protecting the children in our parish. Paul Chong Ha-sang and Companions 8:00 am Stephen Mecca All volunteers need to attend so that together we can all “Protect God’s Children”. Materials will be provided. Please, Friday, September 21 St. Matthew if you have not yet attended a VIRTUS course, please sign up 8:00 am Edward James Grant by visiting www.Virtusonline.com to pre-register. Select FIRST TIME REGISTRANT, BEGIN REGISTRATION and Saturday, September 22 be sure to select BRIDGEPORT DIOCESE as your organiza-
8:00 am Fr. William D. Donovan tion. Attendance is limited to 30 attendees for the session at St 5:30 pm Kathleen Hussey Luke's, so be sure to sign up early. Sunday, September 23 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time Should you have any questions, please reach out to Missey 7:30 am Bob & Connie Anstett directly at 203-984-1061, or via email at 9:00 am For All our Parishioners [email protected]. Thank you for your willingness to 11:00 am Jennifer Gwilliam Thomas help us Protect God’s Children. 5:30 pm Evelyn Mary Byrne Our Lady of the Assumption Church Readings for Fairfield the Week of September 16 Off the Streets, an all-volunteer charitable organization Sunday: Is 50:5-9a/Ps 116:1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 8-9 [9]/Jas 2:14 that houses the homeless, is hosting a fundraiser at St. -18/Mk 8:27-35 Thomas Aquinas Auditorium in Fairfield on Saturday - - - Monday: 1 Cor 11:17 26, 33/Ps 40:7 8a, 8b 9, 10, 17 [1 October 13, at 6:30 pm. The event will be a cabaret style Cor 11:26b]/Lk 7:1-10 – – Tuesday: 1 Cor 12:12-14, 27-31a/Ps 100:1b-2, 3, 4, 5 [3]/ BYOB and snacks evening of entertainment featuring Lk 7:11-17 Dr. Joe Utterback, celebrated international jazz pianist Wednesday: 1 Cor 12:31--13:13/Ps 33:2-3, 4-5, 12 and 22 and composer. He will delight us with his mix of Blues, [12]/Lk 7:31-35 Ballads, Broadway and Jazz. Thursday: 1 Cor 15:1-11/Ps 118:1b-2, 16ab-17, 28 [1]/Lk 7:36-50 Coffee, tea, ice, water and desserts provided. Silent auc- Friday: Eph 4:1-7, 11-13/Ps 19:2-3, 4-5 [5]/Mt 9:9-13 tion. Tickets are $30, tables of 8 reserved. Advance Saturday: 1 Cor 15:35-37, 42-49/Ps 56:10c-12, 13-14 sales only. [14]/Lk 8:4-15 - - - - For tickets call: Ellen Moore 203-880-9814 or Next Sunday: Wis 2:12, 17 20/Ps 54:3 4, 5, 6 8 [6b]/Jas 3:16 - - -4:3/Mk 9:30-37 Elaine Foley 203 261 8032