Saint Luke Catholic Church
13700 Lawyers Road - Mint Hill, NC 28227
Engage Your Heart!
Strengthen Your Heart!
Give
Receive
God’s Blessings
“What shall I return to the Lord for all the Lord has given me?”
Psalm 116:12
Today is Commitment Sunday!
Engage your heart. Commit to be part of the “koinonia” or “spiritual
brotherhood” here at St. Luke. Complete and return your Stewardship
forms today.
Thirty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time  Sunday, November 16, 2014
SAINT LUKE CATHOLIC CHURCH
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2014
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
Thirty-Third Sunday of the Year
Jesus told this parable to his disciples: “A man was going on a journey. He called in his servants and handed his funds
over to them according to each man’s abilities. To one he disbursed five thousand silver pieces, to a second two thousand, and to a third a thousand. After a long absence, the master of those servants came home and settled accounts
with them. The man who had received the five thousand came forward bringing the additional five. ‘My lord,’ he said,
‘you let me have five thousand. See, I have made five thousand more.’” (Matthew 25: 14-15, 19-20).
The Parable of the Buried Talent
The talent was not a coin. It was a weight. The parable reminds us that God gives people different talents. It is not the
talent that matters; what matters is how we use them.
A Retrieved Reformation
This short story was written by O. Henry in 1903. William Sidney Porter was the author’s birth name. He was born in
Greensboro, North Carolina on September 11, 1862. His mother died of tuberculosis when he was only three years old.
In 1898, he was convicted of embezzlement and sentenced to five years in the penitentiary where he worked as a druggist in the prison hospital. Here he began to write his short stories and discovered his God-given talents as an author.
Jimmy Valentine was the name of the safecracker in A Retrieved Reformation. He was paroled by the governor after
serving only ten months of a four year sentence. As soon as he was released he retrieved his case of tools hidden behind the wall in his old apartment and went “back to work.” He could clean out tumblers and drill holes better than any
safecracker around. One day, he got off the train in Elmore, Arkansas, carrying his suitcase. As he approached the bank
of that small town his eyes fell upon the most beautiful woman he ever saw. Her name was Annabel Adams, and her
father was the bank manager!
Sitting in his room at the local hotel some months later he picked up a pen and began to write a letter to one of his old
pals. “Say, Billy, I’ve quit the old business a year ago. I’ve got a nice store. I’m making an honest living, and I’m going to
marry the finest girl on earth two weeks from now. It’s the only life Billy – the straight one. I wouldn’t touch a dollar of another man’s money now for a million … Your old friend, Jimmy”
I won’t tell you the end of the story. You can look it up yourself on You Tube. It has a great ending. This man used his
talents in a way that would have pleased God. We can too.
Fr. Paul Gary
S T E WA R D S H I P AT S T. L U K E PA R I S H . . .
What will you do with the time, talent and treasure God has
given you? Will you give it back with increase or bury it?
Offertory November 2:
We Care (5% of offertory)
Building Peace
All Saints/All Souls
13,763.50
<688.18>
13,928.56
4,073.00
Registered Families:
Contributing Families for month of October:
Contributing Families using E-Donations:
1501
776
215
Thanks to your recent offertory donations, the WE CARE Committee was able to make a donation to Turning Point.
In addition to contributing 5% of offertory to outside charities, WE CARE also provides financial support to
parishioners in serious financial need.
Are you interested in joining our E-Donation program?
Please visit our website or contact Lori Kissinger at 704-545-1224 x 11 for further information.
Please note that our fiscal year runs from July 1 through June 30.
Financial reports are available on our website: www.stlukechurch.net.
SAINT LUKE CATHOLIC CHURCH
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2014
Building Peace Update …
this week...
Sunday, November 16
Stewardship Commitment; Agape Biscuit Sale; Advent Book Sale; Christmas Wreath Sale at Mass
Homeless Shelter
12:00PM Baptism Prep—Conference Room
6:30PM
Knights of Columbus—FLC
Monday, November 17
4:00PM
Faith Formation Grades 1-5
5:00PM
Children & Youth Choirs—Worship
6:00PM
Faith Formation Grades 1-8
7:00PM
Ascension—Worship
7:00PM
Boy Scouts—Modular
7:00PM
Cub Scouts—FLC
7:15PM
Finance—Conference Room
7:15PM
Bereavement “Return to Life” - Library
Tuesday, November 18
9:00AM
Playschool
7:00PM
RCIA—FLC
7:30PM
Genesis—Worship
Wednesday, November 19
10:00AM Living Your Strengths—FLC
10:00AM Rosary for Peace—Conference Room
10:30AM Bible Study—Conference Room
1:00PM
Tai Chi—FLC
4:30PM
Faith Formation Grades 1-5
6:15PM
Faith Formation Grades 1-8
7:15PM
Sojourn—Worship
7:15PM
Quest Team—Modular
7:15PM
Cub Scouts Committee—Library
7:15PM
Caregivers Support Group—Conference
Room
Total Pledged:
$985,000
Total Paid:
$871,309
Why has the Total Goal
changed?
The Building Peace Committee did not know the amount
of taxes, interest or the miscellaneous charges for property improvements when the
original Goal was set at
$875,000. With 9 months left
in the Campaign which ends
as of June 30, 2015, we are
now able to reset the Total
Goal at $985,000.
What happens if St Luke
reaches the Total Goal?
When the Total Goal is reached, St Luke will payoff the
mortgage, all interest and taxes. We will own the new
property outright!
What happens to any funds collected over the Total
Goal?
The Diocese has granted St Luke capital campaign status until July 1st, 2015. St Luke will apply excess funds
over the Total Goal towards future construction ( see
Building & Planning Concept Drawing).
How can I assist to reach the Total Goal?
Please continue to use your green Building Peace envelopes to place in the collection baskets. If you do not
have a green envelope, put your name on an envelope
and place in collection basket. Administration will provide
an annual total contribution listing for qualified tax deduction. If you prefer, contribute cash/check in the 2nd Building Peace collection on the first of each month. We currently have 75% participation. We need you to reach the
100% level.
Thursday, November 20
9:00AM
Playschool
9:00AM
Small Faith Group—Conference Room
12:00PM Small Faith Group—FLC
12:00PM Staff Meeting—Conference Room
7:00PM
Adult Ed—Conference Room
7:00PM
Crew—FLC
7:00PM
Spirit—Worship
7:00PM
Knights 4th Degree—Modular
Our sponsor of the week…
Friday, November 21
9:00AM
Playschool
10:00AM Small Faith Group—Library
5:00PM
Worship Space Reserved
Today is Commitment Sunday. We hope you completed
the Stewardship form online or the gold sheet, front and
back, and the treasure intention form with
your commitments to Time, Talent and
Treasure and brought them to Mass. If
not, please do so at your earliest convenience. With your commitment, St Luke
can continue to be an engaged parish.
Thank you so much for sharing God’s
gifts and engaging your heart.
Saturday, November 22
Christmas Wreath Sale; Popcorn Sale at Mass
10:00AM First Reconciliation Celebration—Worship
1:00PM
Stations of the Cross—New Property
Sunday, November 23
Christmas Wreath Sale; Popcorn Sale at Mass
6:00PM
Faith Formation Grades 7-8
6:00PM
Teens 4 Christ—FLC
We thank HERITAGE FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES for advertising in
our bulletin.
For questions, please contact Joann Barnard or Theresia
Nelson at [email protected].
SAINT LUKE CATHOLIC CHURCH
Diocesan Support Appeal
As of 11/10/2014, 306 families have
pledged $72,533. We need each of
you to help us reach our goal of
$85,813.
THE THOMASBORO MINISTRY
would like to sincerely thank all
those who have supported our 12
year partnership with this school in
need - you truly make a difference
in the lives of the students and
staff in this special school!
A big shout out to the St. Luke's
youth group and their awesome
leader, Cheryl Finch, for the over
600 bags of Halloween treats!
The school was all smiles as they
saw volunteers carrying boxes and
boxes of goodies into the school. We appreciate all those
parishioners who donated candy to make this effort possible.
Our next project will be Thanksgiving meals for families
who are struggling to provide food for their families. If
you would like to sponsor a family, donate money or groceries, please contact Kathy Capps 704-845-2964. God
bless St. Luke's for their generous hearts!!
Interfaith Conversation on
Gratitude & Thanksgiving
Date/Time Wednesday November
19, 2014
5:45 pm - 7:30 pm
Location Myers Park Baptist Church
Description: Mecklenburg Ministries and Myers Park Baptist Church
will co-host an interfaith panel on
“Gratitude and Thanksgiving.” Panelists from four traditions – Christianity, Judaism, Islam, and Sikhism – will
offer relevant and insightful thoughts on the theme from
the perspective of their faith and respond to questions
from the audience.
The event is open to the public. You must register only if
you plan to attend dinner at 5:45. Please call 704-3347232 ext.56 or email Rainey Underwood to register.
Evening Schedule: 5:45PM Dinner; 6:40PM Panel Program Begins; 7:30PM Everyone goes home feeling thankful!
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2014
Mecklenburg Ministries
Food for Thought Series
Thursday, November 20, 2014
11:45 am - 1:00 pm
Covenant Presbyterian Church
A Conversation with the US Attorney
As US Attorney, Ms. Anne Thompkins oversees the investigation and litigation of all criminal and civil cases
brought and defended on behalf of the United States in
the Western District of North Carolina, including white
collar crime, gang violence, narcotics and firearms trafficking, crimes on the Cherokee Indian reservation, public
integrity and civil rights violations, human trafficking and
child exploitation and national security matters.
October was Domestic Violence Awareness
Month. Pax Christi would like to make our
fellow parishioners aware of this problem that
touches so many. Most victims are women
and children. If you or someone you know
someone is involved in a domestic violence
situation, please know that help is available.
Following are numbers to contact for assistance. All information is confidential. Call the National
Domestic Violence Hotline that offers support, resources
and advice for your safety 1-800-799-SAFE
(7233)
Available: 24/7, 365 days a year . Bilingual advocates on
hand.
Resources: thehotline.org
Chat now: M-F, 10am-8pm ET
Wreaths and Poinsettias Fundraiser
The Boy Scouts will be taking orders for
Christmas Wreaths and Poinsettias after
Masses on the weekends of:
November 15-16
November 22-23
24 inch Wreaths $23
and 6 inch Poinsettias $12
See a Scout outside the front doors to place
your orders. Thank you for supporting
St. Luke’s Boy Scout Troop 198
SAINT LUKE CATHOLIC CHURCH
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2014
Knights of Columbus Soccer Challenge
On November 1st, five boys & girls Soccer Challenge
council winners from St. Luke participated at the State
Level competition held in Gastonia, NC after qualifying at
the district competition a week earlier. Despite the cold &
rainy weather, four of our participants won their respective age groups and received State Champion trophies:
Boys age 9: Alex Watkins
Boys age 13: Brendan Roosa
Girls age 10: Alyssa Hinson
Girls age 12: Mia Yara
Congratulation to our winners, and thanks to all the kids
who participated in this year’s tournament.
Luke-A-Palooza Additional Thank You!!
The Luke-A-Palooza Committee wants to thank
Leisure Travel Experts – especially Phil and Barb
Angelo for their donation to the auctions.
This month’s book selection is “Red Bird
Christmas” by Fannie Flagg.
We will meet on Tuesday, November 25 at
10:30AM in the Family Life Center. We
invite you to join us.
Book Club
For more information, please contact
Marilyn Armstrong at 704-753-1112.
Did you ever wonder about
the names of the items
used during the Mass? Why
does Father Paul kiss the
altar? Why are there two lit
candles on the altar during
Mass? If you have wondered about the meaning of
the Mass and its rituals,
wonder no more! RCIA cordially invites you to the
"Ritual of the Mass" movie
and annual church tour, December 2, 2014 at 7:00 PM in
the FLC. There is a one-hour movie followed by a church
tour in the Worship Space. Join RCIA team, sponsors and
candidates to better understand and appreciate gestures
and rituals performed during the Mass. Please RSVP to
[email protected] or call Chris McHugh at 704-2211063 or Colleen King at 704-574-2909--All are welcome!
FAITH FORMATION NEWS …
 Children will celebrate the Sacrament of Reconcilia-
tion on Saturday, November 22 at 10:00 AM. Please
be in prayer for these students as they celebrate this
important milestone in their faith journey! Parents of
these students, please contact Ellen Bree at 704545-1224 ext. 13 with any questions.
 All Faith Formation students and families are asked
to donate socks & gloves for the men’s shelter.
There will be a bin in the faith formation hallway to
collect all donations.
YOU’RE INVITED…
Each Thursday, after the 11AM
Mass, a Small Faith Group meets
for a lively discussion regarding
people, places and events in the
Bible. Not just a Bible reading
Scripture Study hour, but a closer look at it’s
meaning for us. Little Rock Scripture Study are the
source books used and we find there is much to discover
from deeper looks at Scripture.
You are invited to bring
your bread (rolls) and/
or wine that you will
be serving to
Thanksgiving Day Mass
at 10AM.
Place on the table in
the brick area before
Mass. Father will bless
these items during
Mass.
SAINT LUKE CATHOLIC CHURCH
Saturday, November 15
5:00PM  Michael Leone
By: Al & Diane Allemond
Sunday, November 16
9:00AM  Deceased Members of St. Luke Knights
11:00AM  Jeffrey Randall
By: The Randall Family
1:00PM  Ronald Estela By: The Nieto-Estela Family
4:30PM  Rita Cain
By: Constance James
Monday, November 17
11:00AM Special Intention
By: Nancy Murphy
Tuesday, November 18
6:30PM  JoAnn Harwich
By: The Geisinger Family
Wednesday, November 19
6:30PM  JoAnn Harwich
By: Maria Martin
Thursday, November 20
11:00AM  Dick Groth
By: The Groth Family
Friday, November 21
8:30AM  Juanita Garza
By: Socorro Martin
Saturday, November 22
5:00PM  Vinnie Mantione
By: Dennis & Kathy Grossi
Sunday, November 23
9:00AM  Bev Aiello
By: The McHugh Family
11:00AM  Rita Brown
By: RCIA
1:00PM  Refugio Rodriguez Monroy
By: The Guillen Family
4:30PM  Diane Taylor
By: Gail Middleton
St. Luke Music Concert Series
•
•
Hear Ye! Hear Ye!
St. Luke will host it's First Ever
Concert Series!
• Five wonderful concerts
• One each month - December through April
• Dec. 19th-Christmas Concert - 7:30 p.m.
• Jan. 17th - Cockman Family Bluegrass - 7:30 p.m.
• Feb. 21st - John Sharp (singer/guitarist) - 7:30 p.m.
• Mar. 21st - Phantom of the Opera/Broadway Night - 7:30
p.m.
• Apr. 17th - Charlotte A Capella Show Chorus - 7:30 p.m.
Please buy Season tickets after any Mass in November, or go
on-line to purchase Season tickets.
Reserved Season seat for each Concert
- $60.00
Unreserved Season seat for any 5 concerts - $40.00
Individual unreserved Seat
- $10.00
Call Marti Dushak or Barbara Angelo
for more information.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2014
In your kindness please remember the following
in our parish…
Arin Nesbit, Marlene Doane, Ginny Kandrack, John
and Sharon Sowinski, Eric Skeen, Elise Frye, Jackie
Hassman, John and Louise Ziegler, Maria Martin,
Rita Foulk, Rose Marie Crean, Jill Brummer, Linda
Bapst, Agnes Faust, Sharon Glose, Lauren Bopp, Liz
Sleigh, Chuck Hildreth, James Shue, Edra Alonso,
Linda Huber, Deloris Szachara, June Biedma, Thelma
Thompson, Aiden Silas, Bill Machold, Arlene Gravier,
Kathy Hoehn, Joseph Babinski, Gloria Lorenz, Bob
May, Marge Kratzer, Peter Farrell, Patrick Wessler,
Petra Arthur, David Pope, Claire St. Laurent, Barbara
Yurko, Lia Patta, Nora Loughney, Delphine Anderson,
Suzanne Schooler, Colleen Wessler, Charles Bartolomeo,
Robert and Rose Marie Desiderio, Luis Barron, John
Krumm, Vinnie Allotta Aubrey Helms, Bishop
William Curlin, Sr. Veronica Grover, Jean Marmillion,
Christine Collins, Marlene Bimson, Carl Lamkin,
Melissa Dekanski, Jacqueline Henderson, Tony Yumet,
Mary Rutman and Marsha Chisum
and among our friends and family…
Arleen Cappello, Matthew Medina, Tonya Godwin,
Samantha Leitch, Nicole Lutolf, Kirby Vonegidy,
James Paxton, Donald Morris, Charles Niles, Thomas
Gillen, Arleen DeMesa, Robert Krisuk, Pat Conway,
Charlie Pancamo, Dorothy Jordan, Bob Rodite, Angela
Cioffi Kara Johnston, Ruth Leong, Darrol Belt, Musti
Belt, Darren Belt, Rita Belt, Ethel Gsell, Ray Hojnicki,
Gary Appelt, Ron Coleman, Jack Marlowe, Heidi North,
Amer Aintrazi, Jonni Catlett, Marie Ulbrich, Katie
Beekman, Kim Gates, Steven Polston Tommy Kelly,
Carlos Roman, Debra McNeil, Leslie Graves, Susanne
Kelly, Patty Morrison, Dan Johnson, Portia Bellamy,
Alicia Fleming, Kristal Marshall and Dumar Rivera
(Previously named persons are now placed in our Book of Intentions)
In Christian love and sympathy,
we remember...
DAVID MASCORRO, husband of
Rosa Mascorro
PHIL MARCANTONIO, brother of
Bob Marcantonio
May the Lord grant them peace and
consolation to their families.
SAINT LUKE CATHOLIC CHURCH
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2014
Baptism: Parents must attend a class prior to the Baptism of their child. The class is held on the third Sunday
of each month following the 11AM Mass in the Conference Room.
Marriages: Arrangements should be made at least
six months in advance.
Sacrament of Reconciliation: Saturday: 4:154:45PM or by appointment.
Sick/Hospital Visits: If someone in your family is
sick or admitted to the hospital or nursing home, please
let the church office know so that we can visit them.
Sponsor Certificate: In order to receive permission
to be a sponsor for baptism or confirmation, you will
need to be a registered and contributing parishioner for
at least three months.
Counseling: To inquire or make an appointment for
counseling, please call Sr. Marie Frechette at 704-5437677 x 1073.
Spiritual Direction: A time honored tradition of the
Church, spiritual direction is an opportunity to deepen
our awareness of God in daily life. For an appointment,
please contact trained directors and parishioners Bryna
Bozart at [email protected] or Rosemary Werner
at [email protected]. Veterans Spiritual
Care contact Linda Flynn at [email protected].
Scriptural Rosary is prayed at St. Luke parish at
10:30AM on Mondays in the chapel. For more information contact Madeleine McGuinness at 704-8454008.
Interested In Becoming A Catholic? Please call Sr.
Veronica Grover at 704-545-1224 ext. 17 for information about RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of
Adults) program.
Hearing Impaired: St. Luke Church now has a Hearing Impaired System installed in the Church. If you
have problems hearing, please see a Mass Coordinator at the Welcome Table for one of the hearing impaired units to use during the Mass.
Parish Registration: Registration forms are available at the Welcome Table after all weekend Masses or
weekdays at the parish office. You may also register
online on our website.
Bulletin Deadline: Please submit your announcement in writing or email by 2:00PM Thursday of the
previous week.
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