Our concept of giving is based on the idea that each individual, as well as the total community of St. Luke’s, has a need to give based on the new life we have received through Jesus Christ. St. Luke’s Parish recognizes that that commitment is basic to Christian life.

As St. Paul says: “He who sows sparingly will reap sparingly, and he who sows bountifully will reap bountifully. Everyone must give according to what he has inwardly decided; not sadly, not grudgingly, for God loves a cheerful giver”. (1Corinthians 9:6-7).

St. Paul emphasizes that everyone must give according to what he has inwardly decided. There is a very basic need for each of us to inwardly decide and then make a commitment. This commitment helps to bind us together in Christ, and includes our resources of prayer, time, talent, and treasure.

It goes deeper than just answering the needs of others, for unless we cheerfully make a commitment of ourselves, we cease being channels through which God the Father bestows His blessings and life upon others. If we are not willing to commit ourselves, our life in Christ withers. All we have comes from God, and we become most alive when we share gifts with others in love.

Our parish accepts the principle that each parishioner be allowed to make a personal commitment to St. Luke’s community. This commitment of time, talent, and treasure made after prayerful deliberation, will fulfill each person’s response in Christ to the Catholic Community of St. Luke's and to all its activities.

Jesus gave a new commandment-to love one another, as  He loves us.  Jesus loved with total commitment even unto  death.  It is the commitment we have for each other that confirms our love.  We, as individuals, need a meaningful way  to be able to commit ourselves to each other to form the  community of St. Luke.  Likewise, the community of St. Luke  needs a meaningful way to commit itself to bring Christ's   Divine Life to others.  Commitment is the means for fulfilling these needs, and is the very essence of our being alive in Christ as individuals and as a community.