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Pastor: Rev. Fr. Paul Kochu

Assisting Priest: Rev. Fr. Matteo Rizzo

Permanent Deacons: Rev. Mr. Dennis Cronk

Rev. Mr. Joe Reid Rev. Mr. Mike Waldron

Tenth Sunday in Ordinary Time June 5, 2016

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Mass Schedule

Weekdays:

Monday - Friday: 8 AM

Weekends:

Saturday Vigil: 4 PM

Sunday: 7:30 AM 9:15 AM

11:30 AM 1:30 PM

(Spanish) 5:30 PM

Confessions: Saturday:

3 PM - 3:45 PM

Greetings and prayers dear brothers and sisters in Christ. Welcome to our celebration of the Tenth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Last week in this space we started publishing Bishop Lynch’s reflections on the upcoming Episcopal Transition – which is the term used for the selection of a new Bishop. Before continuing with that particular piece, it is more timely to present some excerpts from Bishop Lynch’s 75th birthday homily which is of the same theme, and as well his letter sent to Pope Francis. This is being written in real time but keep in mind that due to cut-off dates, these pieces usually do not come to print until two weeks after writing. He titled his homily “So Now We Wait.”

“Today marks only the beginning of the end of my service as Bishop of the Diocese of St. Petersburg. It is not the end. That moment comes when my successor who will be the fifth bishop is installed at the Cathedral of St. Jude the Apostle. But today is still a special moment and I sign the letter to Pope Francis asking to be allowed to retire as required by Canon Law and I thank him for the incredible privilege of serving this terrific local Church. … This morning I woke up with the same battle of heart and mind. The mind said, ‘Enough is enough and it is time for me to rest and another to lead, be creative, take this local Church to a new level of coming to experience the presence of the Lord.’ But my heart said, how can I leave my collaborators in ministry, my priests and deacons and religious women and men, my seminarians, my schools and faith formation leaders and teachers? I love them too much! If you know me as well as I think you do, you know that while I am relieved, I am not entirely happy. I cried when in July of 1984 I drove out of the gates of St. John Vianney College seminary in Miami to begin my new assignment in Washington. I cried all the way to Hollywood that day but no one was in the car to witness it. … If you get the picture, it is that I do not handle major change and the fondest of good-byes well. … Today is not the time for tears. Work continues unabated. You will see that I will be very reluctant to begin new major initiatives or to spend new monies. If the transition were to take place tomorrow, the new bishop would inherit a great diocese made up of talent and treasure – probably the best in Florida and maybe even in the country. We have accomplished something beautiful for God in the last two decades. … Rarely disappointed and forever grateful, I cannot thank you enough. … So today for this local Church the clock of expectation and hope starts to tick. We are like that parable in the Gospel waiting for the bridegroom knowing neither the day, hour or time of his arrival. But today we start to pray for him and he will remain in our expectation, hope and prayers until he comes. ... Thanks and God Bless all of you.” If you would like to read his letter in its entirety, it is posted on his blog.

Following is Bishop Lynch’s letter sent to His Holiness, Pope Francis:

Most Holy Father, Having reached today my seventy-fifth birthday, I hereby wish to submit to you my request to retire as ordinary of the Diocese of the St. Petersburg in accordance with Canon 401.1 of the Code of Canon Law. It has been an incomparable privilege to have served the clergy, religious and laity of this diocese for more than twenty years. I shall always be grateful to Saint John Paul II for extending to me this wonderful pastoral office. My successor whom you shall choose will be inheriting a healthy, vibrant and growing local Church and he shall have my total support. With grateful thanks to Almighty God for giving me the joy of sharing the Gospel with others during your exciting and wonderful pontificate and promising my prayers for you always, I am Faithfully yours in Christ, Most Reverend Robert N. Lynch, Bishop of St. Petersburg.

Remember next week is Father’s Day. Wishing all a week filled with God, His Love and Mercy. ~ Father Paul

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God’s Expectations of Us

Life-changing introspection hinges on a single question:

What does God want from me? Once you know what

God expects, you can take the necessary steps to respond.

The answer to this question is found in Matthew 22:37,

when Jesus answered the Pharisees’ question, “Teacher,

which commandment in the law is the greatest?” In

reply, Jesus said “You shall love the Lord, your God, with

all your heart, with all your soul, and with all you mind.

This is the greatest and the first commandment. The

second is like it: You shall love your neighbor as

yourself. The whole law and the prophets depend on

these two commandments.”

The answer is simple, yet very challenging. Jesus isn’t

talking about the “emotion” of love. He’s not talking

about loving “feelings” that ebb and flow depending on

circumstances and mood. He’s talking about the

“practice” of love. He’s talking about demonstrating a

deep and abiding concern for others through self-

sacrificial, loving action.

If we want to embrace God’s expectations for our lives

we can get started by reading the Bible to see how God

interacts with his people—from Abraham and Joseph to

David and Mary, the mother of Jesus. Focus on how God

makes himself known to individuals, how he gives them

what they need for the tasks at hand, how he provides

opportunities to use their gifts and abilities and how he

responds to their doubts and setbacks.

Theresa Capricci

ST. LUKE PARISH HEALING MASS

Join us on First Fridays at 11am for Mass and Anointing of the Sick

Mark your calendars for the next First Fridays: July 1 � August 5 � September 2 �

October 7 � November 4 � December 2

Renew Your Wedding Vows - June 18 & 19th A communal renewal of wedding vows can be very meaningful and touching for the couples, their family

members and the Parish family and friends. As a married couple it gives you time to pause and reflect on where you have been and where you are going. It would be a wonderful example for your children and grand children, especially if they are present for the occasion. Try to bring your family and friends for the Mass you plan to attend for the Father's Day weekend. The vows will be renewed at all the weekend Masses. Please prepare for it by reflecting on it as individually and together as a couple. Let not your love wither or die. Give a chance for the your love to ripen.

Scripture Readings for the Week

Prepare and Pray the Word of God

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Today’s Readings: Jun 5, 2016 - 10th Sunday in Ordinary Time

1 Kgs 17:17-24; Ps 30:2,4-6,11-13; Gal 1:11-19; Lk 7:11-17

Monday, June 6 - St. Norbert 1 Kgs 17:1-6; Ps 121:1bc-8; Mt 5:1-12

Tuesday, June 7 1 Kgs 17:7-16; Ps 4:2-5, 7b-8; Mt 5:13-16

Wednesday, June 8 1 Kgs 18:20-39; Ps 16:1b-2ab, 4, 5ab, 8, 11; Mt 5:17-19

Thursday, June 9 - St. Ephrem 1 Kgs 18:41-46; Ps 65:10-13; Mt 5:20-26

Friday, June 10

1 Kgs 19:9a, 11-16; Ps 27:7-9abc, 13-14; Mt 5:27-32

Saturday, June 11 Acts 11:21b-26; 13:1-3; Ps 16:1b-2a, 5, 7-10; Mt 5:33-37

Next Sunday’s Readings:

Jun 12, 2016 - 11th Sunday in Ordinary Time 2 Sm 12:7-10, 13; Ps 32:1-2, 5, 7, 11; Gal 2:16, 19-21; Lk 7:36 — 8:3 [7:36-50]

First Reading — Lord forgives David for taking the wife of Uriah, and for having Uriah killed (2 Samuel 12:7-10, 13).

Psalm — Lord, forgive the wrong I have done (Psalm 32).

Second Reading — If justification comes through the law, then Christ died for nothing (Galatians 2:16, 19-21).

Gospel — Jesus forgives the woman because of her great love (Luke 7:36 — 8:3 [7:36-50]).

Almighty and all loving God, Eternal Shepherd and Guide, we are grateful for Bishop

Lynch and his twenty years of ministry in our diocese.

During this time of transition, we trust in Your love, confident that You will once again give to the Diocese of St. Petersburg a shepherd who will inspire us to be Christ’s heart of mercy, His voice of hope and hands of justice.

Guide our new bishop to enlighten our hearts and minds with the truth of the Gospel, the power of the sacraments, and the desire to serve you in all things.

We ask this through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

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Baby Addy Baby Deacon

Azria Bilello (5 yrs. old) Baby Collon Lovertich

Maria (Child) Baby Veronica Marie

Rowles Azaria Adipietro (15 yrs. old) La Nina Bella

Yazmin (Brain Surgery)

Jaclyn Baldwin John Benes Juliana Benitez Kaela Bernal John Bondi Michael Burns

Lillia Maria Cacciabaudo Claire Cambell Dominick Cardone Janine Cardone Juli Carreras Rosallie Cartassi Frank Chicollo

Darek Ciochanowski Daisy Colon Richard Colon

Milagros Corderovda vda de Padre Jaci Dage

Audrey Danilowski Caroline Dara O’Connor Elaine Dara O’Connor Eugene Dara & Family

Hans Dara Rita Dara Helen Dasko

Nicholas J. DeCarlo Rosa DeCarlo Blanca Devia Daisy Duran Jim Ellis Irene Ersek

Taylor Ferguson Anthony Fiorello 2nd Sarinal Franhoffer Marie Franks Kate Frey

Carlos Garcia Marsha Goldstein Jean Griffin Robert Guidone

Norman Hanney, Sr. Juliana Heller

Argemis Hernandez Peter Higgins

Kathleen Hillman Tom Hirsch

Bonnie Hollander Joey Harper Hopkins Raul Jimenez, Padre

Jeane Jones Joan Jordan

Tony & Janice Kritikos Carol Kwaak Teresa Landi Nancy Lay Alex LaFrenze

Somnuk Lee (Patty’s mom)

James Lemon Virginia Leon George Leopold Brian MacDonald David MacDonald Lawrence Marentette Belkis Marquez

Lorraine McCutchan Kathrine McElroy Timothy McGrath

Mary Eileen McInerney Joan McKelvey Luz Meyer Donna Moffo Mike Mondell Julie Morin Martin Morin

Brendan Moynihan Jack Muratore Noelle Muratore Adriana del Orbe Adriana Pacheco Maria Peluso Pearl Petika Gelnda Petrie Diane Pruner Rita Purdy Greta Pyle

Maria Quintana Hannah Robinson Dennis Rohrs Carrie Roper

Jane C. Schneider Henry J. Schum Nina Senkiw Arlene Senko Aldona Serrani Becky Sgueo Joann Smith Margaret Smith Nancy Smith Terry Smith

Rick Stemboroski Luisa Wallace David Whitney Edwin Whitney

Register now!

Vacation Bible School (VBS)

June 13-17, 2016

St. Luke the Evangelist School of Faith invites you

to our VBS program

We will engage campers, teens and volunteers into the life of Christ with teachings from God’s Word on the Commandments, the Beatitudes and the Fruits of the Holy Spirit. This sports-themed VBS is packed with rock solid songs, unforgettable games, cool crafts and interactive lessons that will motivate all of us to run the great race of faith. More details to follow in the coming weeks. Registration began May 1st. We need adults to help prepare for this week. Come join our meetings on Mondays at 7:30pm.

John Whitney Josephine Zarke Debbie Patterson William Ehbar Luz Meyer

Nicholas J. DeCarlo Gail Baldwin Rosalie Cartassi Terri A. Schum Barbara Sweede Jonathan Szafir

Phil Vorva

Especially for Pope Francis, All Seminarians &

Military Service Members Please pray for Bishop Lynch and for our new Bishop

To keep a name on the list or to add a new name, phone the Parish Office at 727-786-3648.

Prayer for a New Bishop

Dear St. Luke Parishioners,

Thank you for sponsoring me for the Kimberly Home Walk on May 7th. With your help I raised $3,531.00 ($606.00 more than last year).

Sincerely, Hedi Vinton

Recordatorios

111*�+��,�������*�� Misa Hispana - Page 5

Hora de la Misa: 1:30pm

Junio 2016

Apps Católicos que no deben faltar en tu

celular

App del mes

Rezando Voy

RezandoVoy nos presenta una lectura diaria,

cánticos, reflexiones y preguntas que permiten un acercamiento profundo con

Dios. Es una forma diferente de hacer oración con contenido nuevo para cada día y tiempo litúrgico

y excelente para poder escuchar mientas nos

transportamos a nuestro lugar de trabajo, la

universidad o reunión.

La familia que reza unida, permanece unida

Misa de los Niños

domingo, 3 de julio de 2016 Traigan a sus hijos, nietos, sobrinos y /o amiguitos a participar en esta

linda Misa. Los que deseen participar en la colecta y entregar los libros , favor llegar a la 1pm y contactar a la Sra. Arlene Dones

Te Necesitamos

Ven y únete al Ministerio Hispano!

Necesitamos Sacristanes

Contacta al Dr. Randy Jimenez después de Misa o

envia un correoa:

liaison.stluke@gmail.com indicando en que area te gustaria contribuir

Misa-Dia de los Padres

domingo, 19 de junio de 2016

Este dia animen a sus padres, abuelos, hermanos, tios y padrinos a asistir a nuestra Misa, al final ,

tendremos una sorpresa para todos los Padres. Los esperamos!

Querido Dios,

Padre Santo, en el Nombre de Jesucristo y con la intercesión de la Santísima Virgen María y de los santos ángeles, te presentamos a los enfermos de nuestra comunidad. Te pedimos para todos ellos y también para los que no conocemos, que les concedes la salud del alma y la del cuerpo.

Ada Hernández Adrián Pana Ana Trujillo

Blanca Londoño Carlos Hernández Ruiz

Carlos Hernandez-Garcia Carlos Herrick Garcia Carlos Hidalgo (Padre)

Cesar Ortiz Corey Manno

Deyonery Salcedo Dora Caballero

Edward Márquez Eliezer Rodriguez Emeérita Muñoz Emerita Muñoz

Esteban Figueroa Ezequiel Muñoz

Florentina Cruz Palma Franklin Lasso Gloria Gomez

Isabella Denisulk Jaime Zapata Jason Scarini Joe Buscia

Jorge Zapata José Gustavo Torres

Juli Carreras Juliana Benitez

Keyla Hernaández Leonardo Canal

Lily Rolon Lisandra Fernández

Luis Melo Maria Calle

Maria Gonzalez Maria Manno

Mercedes Santiago Modesto Fernández

Olivia Borras Raúl Jimenez (Padre)

Rosa Ruiz Rosita Devia

Sonia Johnson Verónica Mugria William Rolón

Cadena de Oración por los Enfermos

En la entrada tenemos un libro donde

puede anotar el nombre de la per-

sona enferma que usted desea se

incluya en la cadena de oración, no

olvide incluir su email. Tambien

puede enviar el nombre a:

ministeriodelosenfermos.stluke@gmail.com

Oración por un nuevo Obispo

Dios todopoderoso y eterno, Pastor que guías a tu

pueblo. Te damos gracias por habernos concedido a monseñor Lynch como

obispo nuestro durante los últimos veinte años. Con-fiados en tu amor durante este tiempo de transición, creemos que, una vez más, darás a la Diócesis de St. Petersburg un pastor que nos inspire a ser el corazón misericordioso de Cristo, su voz de esperanza y sus

manos de justicia. Fortalece a nuestro nuevo

obispo,para que guíe nuestros pensamientos e ilumine nuestro corazón con la verdad del Evangelio, el poder de los sacramentos, y el deseo de servirte en to-das las cosas. Te lo pedi-mos por Jesucristo, nuestro

Señor. Amén

Renovación de Votos Matrimoniales

Sábado 18 y domingo 19 de junio

Durante todas las Misas en el fin de se-mana, se estará llevando a cabo la celebración de Renovación de Votos matrimoniales. No falten! Inviten a sus familiars a esta importante actividad.

This Week at St. Luke’s Page 6 - Mass Intentions

June 5 – Sunday

7:30am Morning Mass Church 9:15am Choir Mass Church 11:30am Children’s Mass Church 1:30pm Spanish Mass Church 5:30pm Evening Mass Church June 6 – Monday Parish Office Hours 8:30am-4pm

8:00am Daily Mass Church 9:15am-12:00pm ECC – KMO Program St. Clare Bresee Room 10:00am-12:00pm Rosary Makers St. Clare Room1 June 7 – Tuesday Parish Office Hours 8:30am-4pm

8:00am Daily Mass Church 9:15am-12noon ECC – KMO Program St. Clare Bresee Room 7:00pm-9:00pm Knights of Columbus Business Meeting AR June 8 – Wednesday Parish Office Hours 8:30am-4pm

8:00am Daily Mass Church Novena / Adoration / Benediction Church 9:15am-12:00pm ECC – KMO Program St. Clare Bresee Room 11:00am-12:00pm ECC – PreK Celebration Church/Bay3 6:00pm-7:30pm Choir Practice Music Room June 9 – Thursday Parish Office Hours 8:30am-4pm

8:00am Daily Mass Church 9:15am-12noon ECC – KMO Program St. Clare Bresee Room 6:30pm-9:00pm ECC – Staff Meeting CL202 7:00pm-8:30pm Band Practice Church 7:00pm-9:00pm AA Meeting St. Clare Room1 June 10 – Friday Parish Office Hours 8:30am-1pm

8:00am Daily Mass Church 9:15am-12noon ECC – KMO Program St. Clare Bresee Room June 11 – Saturday

9:00am-12:00pm Faith Formation VBS (Set-up) Ministry Building 3:00pm-3:45pm Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confessions) Church 4:00pm Vigil Mass Church

Saturday, June 4

4:00 pm † James R. Strippy Sr. † Willie Pindell

Sunday, June 5

7:30 am For St. Luke Parish Family † Jane Marziliano 9:15 am † David Murray † Anthony Capua 11:30 am † Harold Zinser † Darleen Bentz 1:30 pm For St. Luke Parish Family 5:30 pm † Karen Walters Ryan Komara (Living) H.S. Graduation & New College

Journey

Monday, June 6

8:00 am † Thelma Borsawski

Tuesday, June 7

8:00 am † The Damiano Family

Wednesday, June 8

8:00 am † Robert James Sutherland

Thursday, June 9

8:00 am † Jimmy Rhodes

Friday, June 10

8:00 am † Jo Deveney

Saturday, June 11

4:00 pm Klaus Jones (Living) Happy 1st Birthday

† Nick Santangelo

Sunday, June 12

7:30 am For St. Luke Parish Family 9:15 am † Virginia Leon † Donald Racine 11:30 am † Mary Rose McGary † Kathy & Don Haertel 1:30 pm For St. Luke Parish Family 5:30 pm † Laura Pesci

The next meeting of the Single Adult Ministry will be on Tuesday, June 7, 2016 at 2pm in the St. Clare Room. If you are

single, widowed, widowered or divorced you might like to join our socially active group. We look forward to seeing you on June 7th!

HOPE AND LIFE ?

Today’s readings tell the story of two widows. The first reading relates the plight of the widow with whom the prophet Elijah stayed; the Gospel tells about the widow of Nain. In each story, the widow’s only son had died. For people who lived in those cultures, the son was the only support of a widow, and the carrying on of the family name by the son was equal to immortality. A widow whose only son has died could lose all hope. Elijah and Jesus are the restorers of hope; they bring the sons back to life. Saint Paul was metaphorically raised from the dead when he experienced the conversion and call from God that he describes in today’s second reading. What are Christians called to do today? We may not be able to raise the dead, but perhaps we can rekindle hope for a single parent. We may not be able to convert a persecutor like Paul, but if we speak the gospel openly and gently with our lives, we might touch a life with the Good News.