St-Luke’s Parish

By Chelsey St-Pierre
The Suburban

St-Luke’s Parish celebrated its 60th anniversary with a Mass held at the Dollard-des-Ormeaux arena last week. Some 900 parishioners attended the event along with 300 live-stream viewers. Dollard-des-Ormeaux Mayor Alex Bottausci and the MNA for Robert-Baldwin Brigitte Garceau were in attendance.

The Mass led by St-Luke’s own Father Bertrand Montpetit was presented with an opening statement from parishioner and volunteer at St-Luke’ Luc Milette. Bishop Bob Harris, Episcopal Vicar Father Jean-Marie Billwala and Abbot Gilles Surprenant were honoured with special mentions for their contributions and support to the parish.

Deacon Tony Rettino’s team of alter servers assisted the clergy in the Mass set-up and ceremony. The lead choir headed by Vladimir Popean enchanted attendees with traditional songs of worship. The youth choir directed by Anna Graham sang upbeat songs, delighting attendees with their youthful voices.

Following the Mass, parishioners and attendees “broke bread” together, sharing meals provided by multiple local businesses. Members of the St-Luke’s youth group headed by Angela Milette and Nicole German volunteered at the event, entertaining youth with various activities.

Special attention was given to seniors and persons with specific needs in finding seating and assistance in getting to and from the event.

The live-stream of the event was recorded and is available for viewing on the St-Luke’s Parish webpage. n