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A Blessed 2021 to all our St. Luke Friends! - Greetings from our Pastor

Posted on December 31, 2020 in: General News

A Blessed 2021 to all our St. Luke Friends! - Greetings from our Pastor

Dear Friends in Christ, As 2020 draws to a close, a sad year for us due to the catastrophic pandemic, let us not fail to look back and thank God for the numerous blessings He has showered upon us. Although we have been deprived of our normal lives, separated from our loved ones, with limited a...

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A Blessed Christmas to All! - Greetings from our Pastor

Posted on December 24, 2020 in: General News

A Blessed Christmas to All! - Greetings from our Pastor

Dear Friends in Christ, Our Advent waiting has ended and now we celebrate and proclaim the coming of our Father's only Son. Amidst the darkness surrounding us due to the pandemic, we still have a reason to rejoice because a Star is born! Christ our Savior is born - the true light that enli...

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St. Luke Parish Christmas 2020

Posted on December 17, 2020 in: General News

Let us together welcome the Christ Child… Serenade Him with songs led by our Youth Choir at our CHRISTMAS CONCERT at 9:30am. Our St. Luke’s CHRISTMAS DAY Holy Day of Obligation MASS immediately follows at 10:00am. The angel said to them, “Do not be afraid; for behold, I...

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Greetings from our Pastor on the Fourth Sunday of Advent

Posted on December 17, 2020 in: General News

Dear Friends in Christ, On this Fourth Sunday of Advent, our anticipation of the coming of our Lord and Redeemer is about to be fulfilled. Christ assures us that indeed, out of His greatest love for us, He is coming soon. He is coming to our hearts as an infant Savior arising fro...

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Greetings from our Pastor on the Third Sunday of Advent

Posted on December 11, 2020 in: General News

Dear Friends in Christ, On this Third Sunday of Advent, also called Gaudete Sunday, Christ reveals to us that He is the only true reason for rejoicing. Christ calls us to rejoice for He is near, He is coming soon. He is coming as the Light that dispels the dark winter n...

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St. Luke's Christmas Giving Tree 2020

Posted on December 09, 2020 in: General News

Let us bring the hope and love of the Infant Savior to those in need! As we approach Christmas, we invite everyone to once again share with our needy brethren the blessings we have received from God, through our annual “GIVING TREE.” This year, our Giving Tree supports the ...

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Greetings from our Pastor on the Second Sunday of Advent

Posted on December 04, 2020 in: General News

Dear Friends in Christ, On this Second Sunday of Advent, Christ comes to us through the voice of His herald, John the Baptist, calling us to "prepare the way of the Lord, make straight His paths." In patient love, Christ waits for all of us until we are fully united to Hi...

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OUTDOOR MASS SCHEDULE

Posted on December 04, 2020 in: General News

ST. LUKE'S OUTDOOR MASS SCHEDULE Sunday (Dec. 6, 13, 20) - 10:00am Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception (Dec. 8) - 10:00am (A Holy Day of Obligation) *Weekday Morning Masses are suspended. Please...

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Greetings from our Pastor on the First Sunday of Advent

Posted on November 27, 2020 in: General News

Dear Friends in Christ, On this First Sunday of Advent, as we start another liturgical year, Christ gives us the hope and the promise of a better future with Him. He assures us that He is ever present, with His graces always made available to us as we call on His name. During the...

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Greetings from our Pastor on the Solemnity of Christ the King

Posted on November 20, 2020 in: General News

Dear Friends in Christ, On the Solemnity of Christ the King, we celebrate Jesus' triumphant rule over the entire universe. Christ is our sovereign Lord who wears no crown but the thorns of sufferings He bore for love of us. He has no throne but the Cross which ...

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33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time Greetings from our Pastor

Posted on November 13, 2020 in: General News

Dear Friends in Christ, On this 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time, Christ brings us to the Heart of the Father where we find a limitless ocean of love. From His Heart gushes forth infinite blessings and gifts which can only come from a loving Father who desires only what is good for His chi...

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32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time Greetings from our Pastor

Posted on November 06, 2020 in: General News

Dear St. Luke friends, On this 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time, Christ assures us how much he loves us and cares for us. His burning desire is to save our souls and unite us forever to Him. Christ sends us a reminder to stay awake and keep vigil at all times -- to remain as His fai...

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Greetings on the Solemnity of All Saints

Posted on October 30, 2020 in: General News

Dear St. Luke friends, On this Solemnity of All Saints, Christ invites us to rejoice and celebrate with all the saints and angels in heaven. Heaven is so vast and limitless and God desires to fill His Kingdom with all of His children. He wants no one to be left behind. God&...

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30th Sunday in Ordinary Time Greetings from our Pastor - The Love Command

Posted on October 24, 2020 in: General News

30th Sunday in Ordinary Time Greetings from our Pastor - The Love Command

Dear St. Luke friends, On this 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Christ our Lord assures us that He is our strength, our rock, our fortress, our deliverer especially during our times of need. Christ is our Savior who waits for us to call upon Him and trust that His compassionate love will ...

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SF Archdiocese Adult Confirmation (November 21, 2020)

Posted on October 24, 2020 in: General News

The Archdiocese of San Francisco is offering Adult Confirmation Classes for November 2020. The classes are open to persons 17 years of age or older. Classes will be on Thursday, November 5 from 6:00-8:30pm; Friday, November 6 from 6:00-8:30pm; and Saturday, November 7, 10:00am-1:00pm. Ca...

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November: All Souls Month

Posted on October 24, 2020 in: General News

All Souls envelopes are now available in the community center. The completed forms will be placed at the foot of the altar and your departed loved ones will be remembered on All Saints' Day, All Souls' Day and all Monday Masses in November. You can mail in the names of your deceased ...

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29th Sunday in Ordinary Time Greetings from our Pastor - Image of God

Posted on October 17, 2020 in: General News

29th Sunday in Ordinary Time Greetings from our Pastor - Image of God

Dear St. Luke friends, On this 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Christ reminds us that our names are inscribed in His Sacred Heart. Just as the coin has the inscription of Caesar, so is Christ's priceless Heart stamped with the sign of His insurmountable love for us all. The Hear...

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28th Sunday in Ordinary Time Greetings from our Pastor

Posted on October 10, 2020 in: General News

Dear St. Luke friends, On this 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Christ promises us the fullness of happiness in His kingdom. We are all given access to this invitation of being guests in His banquet. There is no distinction, the good and bad alike, the poor and rich, the young...

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St. Luke Public Square Rosary Rally (October 10, 2020 - 12 noon)

Posted on October 07, 2020 in: General News

St. Luke Public Square Rosary Rally (October 10, 2020 - 12 noon)

Please join the 2020 Public Square Rosary Crusade. Our nation is in great need of public prayer, repentance and conversion. We ask God to save America and the entire world through the Rosary of His Most Blessed Mother. Please unite in prayers with fellow St. Luke parishioners on October 10, 2020 ...

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Urge Senate to Enact Pro-Life Legislation and Stop Infanticide

Posted on October 05, 2020 in: General News

A rising threat to the lives of unborn babies is the chemical abortion pill. The number of chemical abortions in the US has gone up dramatically, while the overall number of abortions has decreased. COVID-19 is expected to only make the problem worse, with more women (and teen girls) seeking chemica...

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27th Sunday in Ordinary Time Greetings from our Pastor

Posted on October 03, 2020 in: General News

Dear St. Luke friends, On this 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Christ comes to us as our compassionate and merciful Savior who promises us the bountiful harvest of His vineyard. Through His Cross, Christ sacrificed His life to cultivate us as His precious vine. Alth...

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Schedule of Masses in the Main Church

Posted on September 28, 2020 in: General News

After more than a month of outdoor Masses, we thank God for allowing us to celebrate His Eucharistic feast inside his house of worship once again. We pray for God's continued protection and favors. Here is a schedule of our St. Luke Masses in the Main Church: Saturdays - 8:30am...

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First Friday Mass in Honor of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus (Oct. 2, 2020 - 8:30AM)

Posted on September 28, 2020 in: General News

First Friday Mass in Honor of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus (Oct. 2, 2020 - 8:30AM)

ST. LUKE's FIRST FRIDAY MASS in HONOR of the MOST SACRED HEART of JESUS October 2, 2020 (8:30am) Come let us adore and worship our Lord, whose Sacred Heart longs to pour out upon us His graces and gifts. Let us consecrate ourselves to the Sacred Heart by acknowledging Him as C...

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26th Sunday in Ordinary Time Greetings from our Pastor

Posted on September 26, 2020 in: General News

26th Sunday in Ordinary Time Greetings from our Pastor

Dear St. Luke friends, On this 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Christ calls all of us to work in His vineyard and with patient love waits for us to respond to His invitation. Even if we have said "no" multiple times, we can turn around. Christ is always there to welcome u...

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25th Sunday in Ordinary Time Greetings from our Pastor

Posted on September 19, 2020 in: General News

25th Sunday in Ordinary Time Greetings from our Pastor

Dear St. Luke friends, On this 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Christ, who is our first beginning and last end, affirms that He never tires of calling us to His vast vineyard of merciful love. No matter what our past is, with its failures, disappointments, or waywardness, our Divin...

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24th Sunday in Ordinary Time Greetings from our Pastor - A Heart to Forgive

Posted on September 11, 2020 in: General News

24th Sunday in Ordinary Time Greetings from our Pastor - A Heart to Forgive

Dear St. Luke friends, On this 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Christ assures us that there is a place reserved for each one of us in His Heart. In His Heart, we find solace and comfort during times of suffering and trials. In His Heart, we find a refuge each time we fall from our ...

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23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time Greetings from our Pastor

Posted on September 04, 2020 in: General News

23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time Greetings from our Pastor

Dear St. Luke friends, On this 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time, Christ assures us that He is in our midst whenever we gather in His name. Christ comes to us anew as we gather again to worship Him around the Lord's table at St. Luke's or virtually at home. Let us ...

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22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time Greetings from our Pastor

Posted on August 28, 2020 in: General News

22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time Greetings from our Pastor

Dear St. Luke friends, On this 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time, Christ is calling each one of us to be His disciples. The call to discipleship entails a denial of our own sinful desires, our pleasures, our worldly attachments, so that we can focus more on doing what God wills f...

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21st Sunday in Ordinary Time Greetings

Posted on August 24, 2020 in: General News

21st Sunday in Ordinary Time Greetings

Dear St. Luke friends, On this 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time, Christ invites us to a deeper and more personal relationship with Him. Just like St. Peter in the Gospel, we are asked by the Lord, "Who do you say that I am?" In the silence of our hearts, let us allow His di...

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20th Sunday in Ordinary Time Greetings from our Pastor (Outdoor Masses)

Posted on August 20, 2020 in: General News

20th Sunday in Ordinary Time Greetings from our Pastor (Outdoor Masses)

Dear St. Luke friends, On this 20th Sunday in Ordinary time, Christ assures us that He is there with us in our struggles, and in the most difficult times in our lives. Just like His encounter with the Canaanite woman, Christ is always there waiting for us to call on Him in faith. He n...

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19th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Weekend Outdoor Masses)

Posted on August 07, 2020 in: General News

19th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Weekend Outdoor Masses)

Dear St. Luke friends, On this 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Christ runs to us whenever we call out to Him, "Lord, save us!"; and He fills us with courage especially during the storms in our lives. He is always with us, assuring us, "it is I, do not be afraid....

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Enrollment for St. Luke Religious Education is Ongoing

Posted on August 07, 2020 in: General News

Enrolment for Religious Education is ongoing until September 30, 2020. This Fall, Saint Luke will offer A BLENDED Learning environment – a combination of VIRTUAL Zoom classes, a bring-home TEXTBOOK, and occasional IN-PERSON session (of 8 to 10 students only) when the county of San Mateo per...

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8:30AM First Friday Outdoor Mass (August 7, 2020)

Posted on August 03, 2020 in: General News

8:30AM First Friday Outdoor Mass (August 7, 2020)

This coming first Friday of the month, August 7th, let us consecrate ourselves and one another to the Sacred Heart of Jesus and acknowledge Him as our Savior, Lord and King and offer the Holy Mass in reparation for the indifference and ingratitude with which He is treated. The ...

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18th Sunday in Ordinary Time - 8am & 10am Sunday Outdoor Masses

Posted on August 02, 2020 in: General News

18th Sunday in Ordinary Time - 8am & 10am Sunday Outdoor Masses

Dear St. Luke friends, On this 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Christ comes to our rescue and addresses the famine we experience within our souls. His heart is moved with great love for us and desires to offer us healing, strength and nourishment. We are filled with His love ...

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17th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Posted on July 24, 2020 in: General News

Dear St. Luke friends, On this 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Christ shows us another glimpse of what the kingdom of heaven is like. Like the merchant, we are always in search for fine pearls--those which will bring us happiness and satisfaction. But Christ, in His abiding ...

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Enrollment for St. Luke Religious Education is Ongoing

Posted on July 23, 2020 in: General News

This Fall, Saint Luke will offer A BLENDED Learning environment – a combination of VIRTUAL Zoom classes, a bring-home TEXTBOOK, and occasional IN-PERSON session (of 8 to 10 students only) when the county of San Mateo permits it. Gathering the students for the IN-PERSON session is depende...

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16th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Posted on July 19, 2020 in: General News

Dear St. Luke friends, On this 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time, we are consoled by the Lord that in the midst of the uncertainties we face about the future, His promise to us, His children, remains certain--His love for us conquers all and He assures us of a place in His kingdom in heaven...

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Act Now to Help Save Catholic Schools

Posted on July 16, 2020 in: General News

COVID-19 has contributed to the permanent closure of 130 Catholic schools across 23 states. Additionally, internal surveys show ten percent of Catholic schools are now uncertain if they can open their doors this fall. That means as many as 500 or more Catholic schools could be in j...

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15th Sunday in Ordinary Time Greetings from our Pastor

Posted on July 10, 2020 in: General News

On this 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time, we hear Christ sharing with us the Parable of the Sower. We trust that the seeds of faith, hope, and love which the Lord has planted in our hearts will bear good fruits as we share them with our families, our loved ones, and all the people we encounter. ...

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14th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Signup for July4/5, 2020)

Posted on July 03, 2020 in: General News

14th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Signup for July4/5, 2020)

On this 14th Sunday in Ordinary Time, we are consoled by Christ's words, “Come to me, all you who labor and are burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am meek and humble of heart; and you will find rest for yourselves. For my yoke is ea...

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13th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Signup for June 27/28, 2020)

Posted on June 26, 2020 in: General News

13th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Signup for June 27/28, 2020)

This Sunday, the 13th Sunday in Ordinary Time, we are called once again to gather together in thanksgiving to God who encourages us to put Him first in our lives. We are to follow Christ in all that we do, as He reminds us, “whoever gives only a cup of cold water to one of these litt...

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Father's Day Blessings and Signup (June 20/21, 2020)

Posted on June 19, 2020 in: General News

Father's Day Blessings and Signup (June 20/21, 2020)

In gratitude to our Father in heaven for His love, and for the gift of our own fathers, or of those who have been like fathers to us, let us honor them by returning their love and lifting them up in thanksgiving at our Eucharistic Celebration. Whether you are with us this Sunday at St. Luke's...

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Corpus Christi Sunday (June 13/14, 2020)

Posted on June 12, 2020 in: General News

Corpus Christi Sunday (June 13/14, 2020)

This Sunday, the Feast of Corpus Christi, we gather once again in thanksgiving to God for the gift of Himself in the Eucharist. We thank our Lord for the nourishment and strength He lavishes upon us as He offers Himself to us, for He said, “I am the living bread that came down ...

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Resumption of Public Masses (Most Holy Trinity Sunday)

Posted on June 06, 2020 in: General News

Resumption of Public Masses (Most Holy Trinity Sunday)

Dear friends at St. Luke, With gratitude to God, after two months of Eucharistic fasting, we are pleased to announce that we will resume public Masses at St. Luke Church on the Feast of the Most Holy Trinity. SCHEDULE: Saturday, June 6th, 2020: 5:00pm Sunday, June 7th, 2020: 7:...

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Pentecost Sunday Greetings from our Pastor

Posted on May 31, 2020 in: General News

Pentecost Sunday Greetings from our Pastor

Today, Pentecost Sunday, we are celebrating the birth of our Church, the day of fulfillment of the promise of Christ, the Holy Spirit, Who came as wind and fire upon the apostles. With our Blessed Mother, they devoted themselves with one accord to prayer, proclaiming the Gospel to the ends of the ea...

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ADSF Protocols for Reopening for Public Worship

Posted on May 24, 2020 in: General News

In today's Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord, we prepare ourselves for the coming of Christ's promised Advocate - the Holy Spirit who will empower us in fulfilling our God-given mission. We believe that during this time of trial, our Lord remains with us through the Holy Spirit, s...

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Archbishop Cordileone's Update: First Steps in Reopening for Public Mass

Posted on May 17, 2020 in: General News

In this Sunday's Gospel, Jesus assures us of His never ending love, as He promises that He will never abandon us and that He will send us another Advocate, the Holy Spirit to be with us and to uphold us. Indeed, Jesus remains with us in a real and tangible way through the Eucharist. ...

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Online Course on Women in Catholic Mystical Tradition

Posted on May 05, 2020 in: General News

Bring a professor from St. Patrick's Seminary & University into your home to give you a college-level course on mystical theology, "Women and the Mystical Tradition of the Church." The fee is nominal; and there are no grades. This live online course of eight weekly meetings,&n...

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Good Shepherd Sunday Greetings from our Pastor

Posted on May 04, 2020 in: General News

Good Shepherd Sunday Greetings from our Pastor

Today, we celebrate Good Shepherd Sunday. As a shepherd gathers and takes care of His sheep, so does our Lord enfold us in His infinite love and compassionate care. The COVID-19 crisis we are experiencing now cannot stop our Lord from embracing us in the shelter of His arms, offering us h...

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National Day of Reconsecration (May 1, 2020)

Posted on May 01, 2020 in: General News

National Day of Reconsecration (May 1, 2020)

Let us gather together with Catholics nationwide and throughout Canada, as Archbishop José H. Gomez of Los Angeles, president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, leads us in renewing our consecration to our Blessed Mother. We ask our Blessed Mother's intercession for ...

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POPE FRANCIS’ LETTER TO THE FAITHFUL FOR THE MONTH OF MAY 2020

Posted on May 01, 2020 in: General News

Dear Brothers and Sisters, The month of May is approaching, a time when the People of God express with particular intensity their love and devotion for the Blessed Virgin Mary. It is traditional in this month to pray the Rosary at home within the family. The restrictions of the pandemic...

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Third Sunday of Easter Greetings from our Pastor

Posted on April 26, 2020 in: General News

Third Sunday of Easter Greetings from our Pastor

Dear friends at St. Luke, Greetings on this 3rd Sunday of Easter! More than a month of sheltering-in-place, I hope and pray that you continue to experience God's providence and care, while following vital health precautions within and outside your homes. Just as our Risen Savior m...

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Conversation Helpline from SF Archdiocese

Posted on April 20, 2020 in: General News

For many, these are tough times. Some of us feel overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, and perhaps even hopeless. Talking over your concerns with a caring person can help you gain some perspective. Praying with someone can help you place your confidence in God who cares for you and your future even more ...

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Pray for the Protection of Human Life

Posted on April 20, 2020 in: General News

Pray for the Protection of Human Life

Walking with Moms in Need. Sign up today to support this year-long project. Pray for moms in need from your home. Novena to St. Gianna Beretta Molla begins on April 28, 2020. Sign up today to receive the novena. Beginning on April 28, the feast day of St. Gianna B...

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Rosary and Novena for Vocations (April 24 - May 3, 2020)

Posted on April 20, 2020 in: General News

Rosary and Novena for Vocations (April 24 - May 3, 2020)

The Office of Vocations invites all Catholics to pray for our current seminarians and those being called to enter the seminary, and for an end to the pandemic. Pray the Rosary and Novena Prayer to St. Charles Borromeo each evening with others beginning on April 24 (the prayer is livestreamed on ...

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St. Mary’s Cathedral Offers Crisis Prayer Helplines

Posted on April 20, 2020 in: General News

All are invited to e-mail prayer petitions to Deacon Sandoval at the Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption. We will remember those who are suffering illness of spirit, mind, or body, those who are grieving, and those who are infected or affected by the coronavirus. Crisis Helpline Prayer...

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Divine Mercy Sunday Greetings from our Pastor

Posted on April 18, 2020 in: General News

Divine Mercy Sunday Greetings from our Pastor

In the midst of the COVID-19 turmoil, God's merciful and tender love overflows from His Heart more than ever. God loves all of us, no matter how great our sins. He desires to bring us healing, strength, pardon, peace and hope. He longs to bless us through the Feast of the Divine Mercy. Through t...

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Easter Blessings!

Posted on April 11, 2020 in: General News

Although the streets might have grown silent and been emptied, the Easter song still reverberates in our hearts, in our homes, in our Church. "We are an Easter people and Alleluia is our song," says St. Augustine. Alleluia! Jesus Christ has conquered the grave, and no virus and n...

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Pray Together with Catholics Nationwide (April 10, 9AM)

Posted on April 10, 2020 in: General News

Join Archbishop José H. Gomez of Los Angeles, president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, in a national moment of prayer in this time of the coronavirus pandemic. Together as a nation, we will pray the Litany of the Sacred Heart of Jesus and seek our Savior's healing and prot...

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Commemorating Holy Thursday

Posted on April 09, 2020 in: General News

Dear friends at St. Luke, We gather again in Spirit to celebrate Holy Week. Today, April 9th, is Holy Thursday, which commemorates the Last Supper, where Jesus had His last meal with His followers before He suffered and died. This day is also referred to as Maundy Thursday. Maundy comes ...

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Update from our Pastor - Holy Week Liturgical Celebrations

Posted on April 04, 2020 in: General News

Dear Parishioners of St. Luke, With the shelter-in-place extended until May 3rd, I hope and pray that you remain safe and in good health, and that you are led to a deeper encounter with our Lord, as you open yourselves to His will, grace, and love, flourishing within your homes, families and neig...

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Memo from Our Pastor on Holy Week Celebrations

Posted on March 27, 2020 in: General News

Dear Parishioners, I hope and pray that this message finds you all safe and well within God's care. I hope that amidst the lack of opportunities to prepare during this Lenten season through our parish Eucharistic Celebrations, Adoration, Confessions and Stations of the Cross, you still get...

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Receive our Lord's Blessing - Join Pope Francis in Prayer (March 27, 10AM)

Posted on March 26, 2020 in: General News

All are enjoined to gather together in imploring God's mercies, as Pope Francis leads a Prayer Service from St. Peter’s Basilica, tomorrow, Friday, March 27, beginning at 10:00am, California PST. FOLLOW THE EVENT at this link. The prayer service includes the Liturgy of the Wor...

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Archdiocesan Website for Information and Spiritual Resources

Posted on March 24, 2020 in: General News

Since March 19, California has been living under Executive Order N-33-20 requiring all residents to stay home except for those working in defined “critical infrastructure,” and requiring all people at all times to practice social distancing. The Governor’s order can be read here. T...

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March 18, 2020 Memo from our Pastor

Posted on March 18, 2020 in: General News

Dear Parishioners, Hoping you are all well. Although this current health crisis has disrupted our parish life and activities, we continue to be in solidarity with the whole Catholic Church, in faith, hope, and love, through Christ our Lord who heals. Based on the memo issued by our ...

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A Coronavirus Prayer

Posted on March 17, 2020 in: General News

A Coronavirus Prayer

Jesus Christ, you traveled through towns and villages “curing every disease and illness.” At your command, the sick were made well. Come to our aid now, in the midst of the global spread of the coronavirus, that we may experience your healing love. Heal those who are sick with the vir...

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IMPORTANT ADVISORY

Posted on March 16, 2020 in: General News

We regret to inform you that due to the health crisis, there will be no daily and Sunday Masses until further notice. Please tune in to EWTN for daily TV Mass (5:00am, 9:00am, 4:00pm & 9:00pm) or KTSF 26 or KOFY 20 for Sunday TV Mass at 6:00am. For live online broadcast of ...

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Bask in the Lord's Love - Eucharistic Adoration (March 6, 2020)

Posted on March 06, 2020 in: General News

Join us as we adore our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament on the 1st Friday of the month, March 6th, beginning at 9:00 a.m. in the Chapel. Benediction is at 7:00 p.m. The Stations of the Cross will follow in the main church. “Look upon the hour of adoration assigned to you as a...

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Memo on the Novel Coronavirus (COVID19)

Posted on March 06, 2020 in: General News

Our St. Luke Parish is taking stringent measures due to the novel coronavirus (COVID19) outbreak. Please read the memo of our pastor, Rev. Jonathan Paala. Thank you for your cooperation and we pray for God's protection and care upon all. A Coronavirus Prayer Jesus Christ, you t...

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Lenten Bible Series Cancelled

Posted on February 27, 2020 in: General News

The Women’s Bible Study Group has cancelled its Lenten Bible Series (March, 12, 19, 26). We hope that as we face this crisis with the grace of God's Spirit, we will come to journey with Christ in His passion during this Lenten season. “The time is fulfilled, and the ...

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Ash Wednesday (February 26, 2020)

Posted on February 19, 2020 in: General News

Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of the Lenten Season. Our ASH WEDNESDAY MASSES are at 8:30am, 12:10pm, 5:30pm and 7:00pm As part of our Mass liturgies, we will be signed on our foreheads with ashes, reminding us of the new church liturgical season, giving us hope for a new heart and ...

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The Light is on for You...Confession Times this Lent

Posted on February 19, 2020 in: General News

Our Lord is waiting for you in the confessional. The light of His reconciling love is on during Thursdays of Lent, from 6:00p.m. to 8:00p.m. in the St. Luke Church Reconciliation Room. "In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the rich...

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Stations of the Cross Cancelled

Posted on February 19, 2020 in: General News

Our Friday evening Stations of the Cross has been cancelled. We encourage you to continue praying the Way of the Cross and meditate on Christ's passion, whether as an individual or with your families. Here are some suggested online Stations of the Cross: https://www.catholic.org/pray...

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Project Rachel Retreat for Hope and Healing After Abortion (March 7 - 8, 2020)

Posted on February 19, 2020 in: General News

Registration is open for the March 7-8 Hope and Healing after Abortion Women’s Retreat, which will be held here in the SF Bay Area. The retreat will be led by Fr. Vito Perrone, Contemplative of St. Joseph, with the Daughters of Carmel, at a confidential loc...

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Project Rachel Retreat for Hope and Healing After Abortion (March 7 - 8, 2020)

Posted on February 19, 2020 in: General News

Registration is open for the March 7-8 Hope and Healing after Abortion Women’s Retreat, which will be held here in the SF Bay Area. The retreat will be led by Fr. Vito Perrone, Contemplative of St. Joseph, with the Daughters of Carmel, at a confidential loc...

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Women's Retreat (January 2021)

Posted on February 19, 2020 in: General News

Deepen your spiritual life and have fun doing it! An interactive retreat for women of all ages provides an opportunity to learn, to share ideas and your own experiences, under the direction of knowledgeable presenters. It includes presentations, small group discussions (with an abundance of in...

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Health Tips

Posted on February 07, 2020 in: General News

 Know the facts. Influenza is thought to spread mainly person-to-person through coughing or sneezing of infected people.  Take everyday actions to stay healthy.  Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze or into your sleeve if you do not have a tissue available. Throw the...

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The Church's Liturgical Response to Influenza

Posted on February 07, 2020 in: General News

THE CHURCH'S LITURGICAL RESPONSE TO INFLUENZA Throughout the years, the USCCB Secretariat of Divine Worship has addressed the liturgical implications of the transmission of pathogens on numerous occasions. With the flu season now taking place in the United States, we offer the following br...

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Liturgy and Illness

Posted on February 07, 2020 in: General News

Please be aware that the obligation to attend Sunday Mass does not apply to those who are ill, especially those who suffer from contagious disease. It is a sign of consideration for others that those with flu-like symptoms remain at home. For the convenience of those who are homebound, or ...

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Reminder During this Winter Cold and Flu Season

Posted on February 07, 2020 in: General News

During this cold and flu season, and especially due to the coronavirus epidemic, all parishioners are reminded of the following: Those who are ill are not obliged to attend mass and should stay home to recover. We also ask that those who are not well refrain from offering your hand to others at the ...

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Crab Feed Volunteers Needed

Posted on February 04, 2020 in: General News

Our St. Luke Crab Feed Committee is looking for volunteers who can serve and help make our March 7th St. Luke Annual Crab Feed Fundraiser a success. For those who are interested, there willl be signup sheets in the community center. For more information, please contact the parish off...

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Blessing of Candles and Blessing of the Throats (February 1 and 2, 2020)

Posted on January 28, 2020 in: General News

This year on the Fourth Sunday of Ordinary Time, we will be celebrating the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord. It is an ancient tradition for candles to be blessed on this day as we celebrate the coming of Christ, the Light of the World. We pray that by the power of the Holy Spirit, ...

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Crab Feed Tickets on Sale Beginning February 8th

Posted on January 28, 2020 in: General News

Support St. Luke’s Annual Crab Feed Fundraising Event which will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2020 in the Parish Center. Crab feed tickets will be on sale beginning Saturday, February 8th. If you want to choose your table, make sure you purchase your tickets next weekend. &...

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Volunteers Needed for Sandwiches on Sunday (January 26, 2020)

Posted on January 15, 2020 in: General News

Be Christ’s hands and help feed our brethren in need. Please meet in the St. Luke Kitchen on Sunday, January 26 at 8:00 a.m. and help prepare sandwiches which will be delivered to the Samaritan House in San Mateo. Contact Peg Culver at 650.349.1408 "Then I, the King, shall say to...

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Grief Support Group at St. Pius Church

Posted on January 15, 2020 in: General News

Moving Through the Loss of A Loved One Monday evenings beginning Monday, February 3, 2020 (runs 8 consecutive weeks) 7:00 pm in the Parish Center of St. Pius Church, Redwood City A focused support group being offered by the St. Pius Grief Ministry. This session is intended for those who would...

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Day of Prayer for the Legal Protection of Unborn Children (January 22, 2020)

Posted on January 15, 2020 in: General News

This Wednesday, January 22nd, the Church in the United States observes the annual “Day of Prayer for the Legal Protection of Unborn Children.” This day is set aside to pray for the legal protection of human life and to do penance for the violations to human dignity through abortion....

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Women's Bible Study - Open to All Parishioners (January 23, 2020)

Posted on January 15, 2020 in: General News

THE WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY will be open to all parishioners on Thursday, January 23, at 10:00 a.m. Chris Valdez, Principal of Marin Catholic, will be our speaker on his 500-mile journey, “The Way,” ending at Santiago de Compostela in Spain. "And the Lord&...

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Support SB 673! Protect our Kids!

Posted on January 10, 2020 in: General News

PROTECT OUR KIDS! VOICE OUT YOUR SUPPORT FOR SB 673! On January 15, 2020 the State Senate Education Committee is scheduled to hold a hearing on Senate Bill 673. SB 673 would enact three amendments in the California Healthy Youth Act. These amendments wi...

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Day of Prayer & Penance for Life and Novena (January 21–29)

Posted on January 10, 2020 in: General News

Day of Prayer & Penance for Life and Novena (Jan. 21–29) On January 22, 1973, the Supreme Court legalized abortion throughout the United States in its companion decisions Roe v. Wade and Doe v. Bolton. Since that time, millions of children have lost their lives and mi...

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Walk for Life West Coast (January 25, 2020)

Posted on January 10, 2020 in: General News

Stand Up! On January 25, 2020! Stand Up! At the Civic Center Plaza, SF! Stand up! For the littlest among us! The Walk for Life West Coast 2020 is coming up: Join fellow Catholics and pro-lifers from all over California and beyond as we stand up for the s...

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