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Thank you for your interest in St. Luke the Evangelist Catholic Church. Whether you're just visiting us for a brief time, looking for a new parish home, returning to the practice of your Catholic faith or interested in finding out more about the Catholic Church, we're happy you found us. If you're already a parishioner, glad you're here!
Our Parish Mission:
The people of God in the parish of St. Luke the Evangelist Catholic Church, in union with our pastor and parish staff, are centered on the Eucharist and are a welcoming and diverse community. We are committed to proclaim the Good News of God's love by developing the spiritual growth of our parish family, encouraging active participation, personal stewardship and community outreach.
We also depend on your prayers and sacrifices. Please do not forget to send your contributions to your Parish.
1.) Offertory for the whole month-one check
2.) Another check for Building fund. This is where we need more money at this time.
Direct Mailing of Your Contributions:
St.Luke Catholic Church
2757 Alderman Rd
Palm Harbor, Florida 34684
March 24, 2024—Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord
A few months before they married, my twenty-three-year-old sister and her fiancé planned a cross-country road trip to visit his family. My parents told them that they could only go if they slept in separate hotel rooms, offering to foot the bill. It might sound prudish, but my parents wanted the young couple to understand that their approaching unity was close, but not yet. Patience solidifies love.
What could this possibly have to do with Palm Sunday? It’s usually overlooked, but the Gospels tell us that, after entering Jerusalem, Jesus “looked around … and since it was late, went out to Bethany with the twelve” (Mk 11:11) for the night. Who cares? Why include this detail? Jews in those days believed that the new Davidic King would one day re-enter and “marry” the city. A new future marked by fidelity would begin for God’s people. Israel’s God would be in union with His people forever. Without over-sexualizing the metaphor, perhaps Jesus refused to sleep in Jerusalem to remind us of his marital purpose. He was entering Jerusalem as the bridegroom-king. It was almost time, but not yet. Soon he will sleep in Jerusalem in the tomb and then something new will begin: his one body, his Church.
Lenten challenge: This Holy Week, I challenge you to keep this image in your mind all the way until Easter Sunday: Jesus is the faithful bridegroom who patiently prepares his bride for their new life together. Go to the Good Friday liturgy and kiss the cross. When you do, let that gesture be the long-awaited “I do” to our faithful God, who always waits for us. — Father John Muir ©LPi
To learn more about the Catholic Ministry Appeal and the incredible Catholic ministries it supports,visit dosp.org/catholicministryappeal.
Fr. Paul
Our parish has a new and improved way of communicating with members of the St. Luke family called.......
Look for a personal message
sent as a text or email
promoting all the opportunities to get involved.
Please contact the parish office if you are not receiving the monthly flocknote updates.
OFFICE 727-786-3648
Fax: 727-789-9556
click a link to send an email
Important Dates
Parish Food drive for F.E.A.S.T through March
March 1 First Friday Adoration following 8:00 am Mass 8:30 am to 10:00 am includes teaching
March 5 Knights of Columbus monthly meeting 7:00 - 9:00 pm Parish Hall
March 5 Ladies Auxiliary monthly meeting 7:00 - 8:30 pm Parish Hall
March 9 Second Collection for the Building Fund
March 10 Second Collection for the Building Fund
March 10 Daylight Savings Spring 1 hour head
March 10 No School of Faith - Spring Break
March 12 Please call the office to RSVP for the March 16th Women's Retreat
March 14 Parish Rosary 7:00 -7:45 pm in the Church
March 16 Stations of the Resurrection Women's Retreat 9:00 am till Noon
March 17 Fr. Camilo's birthday & St. Patrick's Day
March 17 School of Faith Mass at 11:00 am for students, parents and catechists
March 24 Palm Sunday
March 27 Disciples of Hope Lunch prep for Pinellas Hope
March 28 Holy Thursday
March 29 Good Friday
March 30 Easter Saturday Vigil
March 31 Easter Sunday
Check the Calendar and Flocknote messages for a complete list of Meetings and Events.
REMINDER: THIS WEEK IS COMMITMENT SUNDAY FOR CATHOLIC MINISTRY APPEAL
Please prayerfully consider participating in the Diocese's Ministry Appeal. St. Luke is striving to have 100% of the parish family contribute at least a small sacrificial offering which will be generously matched by a fellow parishioner. Can we count on you?
To learn more about the Catholic Ministry Appeal and the incredible Catholic ministries it supports,visit dosp.org/catholicministryappeal.
Fr. Paul
Attention Ministry Coordinators: Please remember to submit the new Parish Calendar Event Form to Steve Putnam, of the Stewardship Ministry in advance of submitting a Parish Facility Form to Pamela Noll, Parish Office Manager. Click here for more information or click on the underlined forms to download copies for submission.
Be sure to check the Parish Events Calendar on the website for all approved events and meeting locations.
St. Luke's School of Faith Classes 11:15 am to 12:30 pm
Late registrations are still being accepted. Remember, it is never too late to share our Catholic faith with a child, enroll today.
Registration information
Just click on the links below and print the forms!
School Calendar for 2023- 2024
Registration Fees for 2023-2024
Student Registration Forms Please complete one form per child.
Bishop Parkes Wants To Stay Connected With You!
Bishop Gregory Parkes has added a new weekly video program to his prolific social media presence. The program is titled, Take Five, Conversations on Faith and Life and it’s a talk show format that features interesting guests from around Florida and around the country. The segments are about five minutes in length and are designed to easily fit into people’s busy schedules. Video segments can be seen on the bishop’s Facebook and Instagram (@BishopParkes), the diocesan YouTube Channel (@DioStPete) or visit www.dosp.org/bishop.
Our Bishop's Bold New Website
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
I am happy to inform you of a news website that is officially launching today that is designed for you. The website is called GulfCoastCatholic.org and it will provide articles that help you to know, live and share the faith.
All of us in Tampa Bay, the Suncoast and the Nature Coast are geographically connected by the waters of our coastline and spiritually connected by the waters of Baptism. Our logo is a visual reminder of these connections.
Whether it’s stories about faith and family or news about our pope and our Church, GulfCoastCatholic.org will provide timely and relevant articles for staying up-to-date with Catholic life. We will also share stories about people who are Courageously Living the Gospel.
I encourage you to subscribe to our free, weekly e-newsletter, the Wednesday Wave. Then, you can stay informed and hopefully inspired.
Thank you for your faithfulness and may God bless you and all of your loved ones!
Bishop Gregory Parkes
Bishop of St. Petersburg
Office of the Chancellor for Canonical Affairs Prayers and Donations for Ukraine Various Catholic agencies around the U.S. are collecting donations to assist with the crisis in Ukraine. If you would like to provide financial assistance, please click on any of the following links: Ukrainian Catholic Archeparchy of Philadelphia Catholic Near East Welfare Association Aid to the Church in Need – Support for Religious Sisters in Ukraine Please pray for an end to the senseless violence that has so severely disrupted the lives of our brothers and sisters in Ukraine, as well as their family members throughout the world. |
Click to download Act of Consecration to the Immaculate Heart of Mary for Russia and Ukraine.
Across the Diocese, nearly 13,000 families have made a commitment online, in the mail or at their parishes. These gifts will fund efforts that nurture spiritual life, embrace God’s call to serve and accompany missionary disciples.
Jesus said in Luke 11 that, “As to what is within, give alms, and behold, everything will be made clean for you.” Our Catholic Ministry Appeal needs your almsgiving spirit of sacrifice. When you give, you receive from Jesus, and experience the joy of the purity of life that is His gift. Please give, so we can rejoice together in what he gives us all back!
To learn more about the Catholic Ministry Appeal and the incredible Catholic ministries it supports, visit dosp.org/catholicministryappeal.
St. Luke's Prayer Chain (727) 460-9540
St. Luke Catholic Church
2757 Alderman Rd.
Palm Harbor, Florida 34684
The Donate Button is a new feature designed to provide a safe, secure and convenient way for St. Luke parishioners to make online donations. For more information click on the red WeShare donate button.