Religious Ed/ Faith Formation 2021-22
Classes Start Soon!
Grades Pre-K through 11th
For more information and schedules click here: Program Overview
To register online click here: Register Online
To register in person, contact the parish center secretary at 508-366-8509 or email religiousedoffice@stlukes-parish.org.
TRIP TO POLAND
With Fr. Riley in April 2022
Information Meeting:
Tuesday, September 21
6:30pm at the Parish Hall
Fr. Riley will be leading a pilgrimage to Poland April 25—May 5, 2022. On this wonderful trip we will visit places such as Warsaw, Malbork Castle, the medieval town of Gdansk, Torun (the home of Nicholas Copernicus), and Czestochowa. We will also visit the Auschwitz-Birkenau Concentration Camp, and Krakow, the birthplace of St. John Paul II. A more detailed list can be found in a brochure located on tables in the rear of our Church.
Fr. Riley will hold an informational meeting on Tuesday evening, Sept. 21st at 6:30pm in the parish hall. We invite everyone who may be interested in this wonderful pilgrimage and historical/cultural trip to the the country of Pope St. John Paul II, to attend this session. Learn more and ask questions.
Hope to see you there!
Knights of Columbus Meeting:
September 6th at 7PM
Council 85's September meeting will be held in person, at the hall, on September 6th at 7PM.
Members who are not vaccinated are asked to please consider wearing a mask and to socially distance. And, for those who have concerns, whether vaccinated or not, please feel free to wear a mask and socially distance.
St. Luke's
Adult Studies
Fall 2021
Time to reconnect and
grow in your faith!
Here are the new fall study group topics for both Adults and Young Adults. Find evening or daytime class options as well as remote (Zoom) or in-person meetings. Classes start mid- to late-September.
- Living in the Father's Love - Women's small group bible study
- He Leadeth Me by Father Walter Czycek
- The Mass - Bishop Barron video series
- In the Beginning - A Practical Exploration of the Book of Genesis
- In the Beginning for YOUNG ADULTS (ages 18 - 30)
- Fellowship and Faith - Faith-based playgroup for moms of young children
- Seven Deadly Sins, Seven Lively Virtues - Bishop Barron video series
- The Book of Acts ~ Spreading the Kingdom - Jeff Cavens video teachings
St. Luke's Liturgical Ministry:
Cantors Needed at all Masses
Cantoring is a very important Ministry. Cantors lead the Congregation in Song. A Cantor's music is a prayer that draws the people in and helps them sing along as well. We will not be having Choirs for another month at least, so the Cantor becomes even more important in acclaiming the music of the Liturgy, as well as the hymns.
We need Cantors at all of the Masses, including the 6:30 Mass which will be meeting every other week starting on September 12th. A schedule will be set up, and the Cantor will be required to learn the music and arrive in a timely manner to sing their Mass.
It is expected that anyone who Cantors be able to sing on key and able to learn the music. The Music Director will work with anyone who wants to sing so they will be able to become excellent Cantors. She will be there to assist anyone who needs instruction or help.
Please join and support this very important, and very satisfying, Ministry. If you are interested or have questions, call Ellen Linn, Director of Music, at the rectory at (508) 366-5502.
Westborough
Appalachia Service Project Youth Group
BOTTLE & CAN DRIVE
Saturday, Sept. 11th, 9am to Noon
First United Methodist Church Lot
Curbside drop-off -- you don't even need to get out of your car! If you can hold on to your bags of cans and bottles until then, we'd appreciate it.
Please, Mass deposit items only; no water bottles or non-deposit recyclables.
ASP INFO SESSION for New Volunteers
Sunday, Oct. 3rd, 7:30 PM
St. Luke Parish Hall *
Curious about or interested in becoming an ASP volunteer? High school youth (and parents) are invited to come learn more about this year's 2022 ASP Mission Trip, what it's all about, and how to join.
* We'll meet in the parish hall if we're able. Otherwise, watch for a Zoom link.
If you're a returning volunteer ready to register for 2022, trip registration will open in mid-September.
Volunteer & Ministry Opportunities at
St. Luke Parish
Ministry life was quieter during the height of the pandemic. Now, as we look forward to celebrating Mass together and reigniting our faith-in-action, we invite you to consider serving in one of these important Ministries. Please pray about ways you can serve.
• Cantors
• Faith Formation (Teachers and/or Helpers)
• Parish Pastoral Council
• Religious Education Board
• Religious Education Board
• Knights of Columbus
• St. Luke Community Gardens
• Altar Servers
• Liturgical Ministers
• Adoration
To learn more about these ministries, volunteer opportunities, and whom to contact, click here: MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES AT ST. LUKE PARISH
Why Come Back to Mass?
Whether you've already started coming back to Mass or not,
we hope these reasons will inspire you and your friends and family.
Our Story is Real
Why should you come back to Mass? Because the story of our faith is REAL!
Jesus historically lived, died, and rose from the dead. The Biblical sites exist and can be visited today. Our story of faith isn't a myth, legend, or something in a galaxy far, far away.
What's more, God wants us to take an active role in passing on this reality to others. We're in the age of evangelization where the Holy Spirit wants us to be fueled by the Word and Eucharist at Mass and then go out to bring this real Jesus to others.
Take a moment to listen to this short message from Bobby Angel, author and fellow at the Word on Fire Institute, that details the reality of our Christian story:
"God loves us. This is the great
truth of our life; it is what makes everything else meaningful. We are not the product of blind chance or absurdity; instead, our life originates as part of a loving plan of God."
Pope Benedict XVI
God is longing for you to come home!
Rediscover the love of God at Mass this weekend.
Bishop Barron's
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Sunday 6:30PM Mass
Sunday 6:30 Mass resumes on September 12th but will be on alternate weeks. This follows the High School Religious Ed. Schedule.
Since Fr Riley is our only priest, he will offer the 6:30 mass on high school class nights. Hopefully we will get an associate priest next year and the 6:30 Mass will be every week. For now we are grateful for what we have!
NOTE: These are the Sunday dates for the 6:30pm Mass:
2021
September 12
September 26
October 17
October 31
November 14
December 5
2022
January 23
February 6
March 6
March 20
April 3