FAITH FORMATION SPRING BREAK: Faith Formation students do NOT have class on Wednesday, March 29, and April 5, due to spring break in the local school districts. Classes resume on Wednesday, April 12.
Reflection from Father Steve – March 26, 2023
Next weekend begins Holy Week, the most solemn week in the life of the Church; the week in which we are invited to walk deeply in the mystery of God’s love and mercy made manifest in the suffering, death and resurrection of Jesus. I encourage you to try and set some time aside to pray […]
Parish Administrator’s Note – March 26, 2023
A VOLUNTEER PARISH I feel blessed to be at St. Matt’s. We have a great community! A big reason: our many volunteers. To take last weekend, for example: we had volunteers running a Fish Fry and Ham Bingo; setting up for Fr. Steve’s talk, counting money, assisting in various liturgical ministries—it’s marvelous! (See also Volunteer […]
Volunteer Opportunities and Parish Needs for the week of 3-26-2023
Then I said, “Here am I. Send me!” Isaiah 6:8 PRAYER LINE: We are looking for volunteers who are willing to pray for the intentions of those who leave messages on our Prayer Line. When a prayer request is called in, the moderator of the Prayer Line will call “Prayer Volunteers” to inform them of the “Prayer […]
Ham Bingo March 18, 2023
St. Matthew’s Men’s Club is hosting its annual Ham Bingo featuring twelve games for hams and three games for cash this Saturday, March 18. The social hall doors open at 5:00 PM and games start at 5:30 PM. Food, beer, wine and pop available for purchase. Expected completion time is between 8:30 to 9:00 PM. […]
Faith Formation News, March 19, 2023
FAITH FORMATION UPDATE: On March 22, all Faith Formation students have class in the Parish Center. Grades K to 7 start at 6:30 PM and Grades 8 to 10 start at 6:45 PM. We do NOT have class on March 29. Parents with students who will be confirmed at the Cathedral in April may turn […]
Volunteer Opportunities and Parish Needs for the week of 3-19-2023
Then I said, “Here am I. Send me!” Isaiah 6:8 PRAYER LINE: We are looking for volunteers who are willing to pray for the intentions of those who leave messages on our Prayer Line. When a prayer request is called in, the moderator of the Prayer Line will call “Prayer Volunteers” to inform them of the “Prayer […]
Parish Administrator’s Note – March 19, 2023
FACILITIES FUNDRAISING I’m pleased to report that we’ve received more than $20,000 in cash and pledges to support our current capital needs projects: the main electric panel and the school’s flat roof. Thank you to everyone who’s contributed so far! While 20K is a lot of money, we need around $350-400K to for the panel […]
Reflection from Father Steve – March 19, 2023
This Sunday, the 4th Sunday of Lent, marks the halfway point in the Lenten Season. Maybe this is a good time to reflect a bit on my observance of the Season, and if needed to make a midcourse correction. Lent is a period of conversion, of serious preparation for a new way of thinking. From […]
Family-friendly Movie Night at St. Matthew, March 25, 2023
Families with children are invited to St. Matthew’s Social Hall for Movie Night. The title of the film is Finding Nemo. This is a free event. Kids can bring pillows and blankets – we’ll make the popcorn! Chaperones will be present. Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Date: Saturday, March 25 Time: […]
Faith Formation News, March 12, 2023
FAITH FORMATION UPDATE: On March 15, only Faith Formation students who are preparing for a sacrament have class. Students preparing for First Communion will be in the church from 6:30 to 7:45 PM. Students preparing for Confirmation will be in their Parish Center classroom from 6:45 PM until 7:50 PM. Students NOT preparing for a […]
Lent and Easter Schedule 2023
Click to download schedule (PDF): 2023-Lenten-Easter-Schedule Church of St. Matthew 510 Hall Avenue, Saint Paul, MN The Church of Saint Matthew invites you to join in this season of Lent and the joyous season of Easter. We welcome you come celebrate with us the resurrection of our Lord, Jesus Christ. If you desire information about […]
Volunteer Opportunities and Parish Needs for the week of 3-12-2023
Then I said, “Here am I. Send me!” Isaiah 6:8 PRAYER LINE: We are looking for volunteers who are willing to pray for the intentions of those who leave messages on our Prayer Line. When a prayer request is called in, the moderator of the Prayer Line will call “Prayer Volunteers” to inform them of the “Prayer […]
Parish Administrator’s Note – March 12, 2023
FUNDING OUR FACILITIES—PAST, PRESENT, FUTURE Next month, I’ll complete my second year here at St. Matt’s. I’ve learned a lot about this great community since I began. As a former history teacher, it’s been fascinating to dig into the history. The other day, for example, I saw a copy of a 2003 letter from Fr. […]
Reflection from Father Steve – March 12, 2023
This weekend marks the tenth anniversary of the election of Pope Francis – in many ways an historical milestone- the first Jesuit to be elected Pope; the first Pope from the Southern hemisphere; the first Pope to carry the name Francis. Pope Francis is the first Pope to be ordained a priest after the Second […]
One-Sided Winter Parking Ban: March 10-April 15, 2023
The City of St. Paul has declared a 1-sided residential parking ban starting tomorrow, Friday, March 10 at 8:00 AM until April 15 (or conditions allow for the ban to be lifted). This means you are allowed to park on: West (odd) side of Hall Ave. North (odd) side of Robie St. Both sides of […]
St. Matthew’s Is Led by Lay Members
WHAT DOES THAT MEAN? This is the first of a five-week series from the St. Matthew Parish Council Our parish is one of the very few in the archdioceses led by lay people. Fr. Steve Adrian, who is officially retired, is our sacramental minister. He presides at Mass and other sacraments but has no other […]
Liturgical ministry scheduling for Holy Week 2023
We will soon be writing the following Ministry Schedule for Holy Week: Holy Thursday, April 6 at 7:00 PM (Livestreamed) Celebration of the Supper of the Lord, Friday, April 7 at 3:00 PM (Livestreamed) Easter Vigil, Saturday, April 8 at 7:00 PM Easter Sunday, April 9 at 10:15 AM (pre-recorded on Friday, April 7 at […]
Choir at St. Matthew Is Back for Holy Week!
It’s time once again for choir at St. Matts! We will again embrace the concept of a “Festival choir.” “Festival choir” means we rehearse for a limited number of weeks, to prepare for a limited number of services. We will rehearse four weeks during Lent to prepare for singing during Holy Week. Generally, we will […]
Faith Formation News, March 5, 2023
FAITH FORMATION THIS WEEK: On March 8, all Faith Formation students in Grades K to 10 start class at 6:30 PM. Grades K to 5 go to the Parish Center at 6:30 PM, and Grades 6 to 10 go to the church at 6:30 PM. For part of the evening, Fr. Steve Adrian will hear […]
Volunteer Opportunities and Parish Needs for the week of 3-5-2023
Then I said, “Here am I. Send me!” Isaiah 6:8 PRAYER LINE: We are looking for volunteers who are willing to pray for the intentions of those who leave messages on our Prayer Line. When a prayer request is called in, the moderator of the Prayer Line will call “Prayer Volunteers” to inform them of the “Prayer […]
Parish Administrator’s Note – March 5, 2023
FUNDING OUR FACILITIES At our most recent Parish Finance Council meeting on February 23, we discussed how our fiscal year 2023 expenses (7.1.22 – 6.30.23) compare to what we budgeted. We noticed that we’re over budget when it comes to maintenance and repairs. I asked our accountant for details. Here are the major items in […]
Reflection from Father Steve – March 5, 2023
Note: The use of GS and a number points to the paragraph in the council document on the Church in the World Today. GS refers to the Latin title of the document, Gaudium et Spes (Joy and Hope). The final months of the Second Vatican Council were given to crafting a document reflecting the vocation […]
Men’s Club News March 2023
Wednesday, March 8, 2023 Board Meeting: 7:30 pm General Meeting: 8:00 pm Ham Bingo Ham bingo will be held Saturday March 18th at 5:30. We will be playing 15 games, 12 for nice hams, 2 for 50/50 and a final cover all for 50/50 or a minimum $50.00. We will raffle any extra hams at […]
Faith Formation News, February 26, 2023
FAITH FORMATION IN EARLY MARCH: On March 1, Faith Formation students in grades K to 7 have class in the Parish Center starting at 6:30 PM. Faith Formation students in grades 8 to 10 have class in the Parish Center starting at 6:45 PM. On March 8, students have class, and for part of the […]
Saturday Mornings with Fr. Steve Adrian, March 11, 18, 25, 2023
During this year’s Lenten season, Fr. Steve will present a three part series on the Acts of the Apostles. The New Testament readings for weekend Masses during the Easter Season are all taken from the Acts of the Apostles. These three talks will take place on Saturday, March 11, 18 and 25 at 9:30 AM in […]
Volunteer Opportunities and Parish Needs for the week of 2-26-2023
Then I said, “Here am I. Send me!” Isaiah 6:8 PRAYER LINE: We are looking for volunteers who are willing to pray for the intentions of those who leave messages on our Prayer Line. When a prayer request is called in, the moderator of the Prayer Line will call “Prayer Volunteers” to inform them of the “Prayer […]
Parish Administrator’s Note – February 26, 2023
MINISTRY OF LECTOR Earlier this month, we offered a lector workshop, led by Moya McGinn-Matthews of Christ the King parish in Minneapolis. The workshop was for all lectors, as well as for those interested in becoming a lector. The workshop went well. The 14 participants reflected on what it means to be “Proclaimers of the […]
Reflection from Father Steve – February 26, 2023
In January I was encouraged to write something about what I am reading. Reading has been a significant part of my life since childhood. As an elementary school child I begged my dad to take me with him when he went downtown on Saturday mornings to do some business; I asked him to drop me […]
Fish Fry Fridays: February 24 – April 7, 2023
34th Annual Fish Fry Fridays St. Matthew’s Social Hall 510 Hall Ave., St. Paul, MN 55107 Every Friday February 24 through April 7 Serving Time: 4:30 – 7:30 p.m. Both dine-in and curbside pick-up options are available. Baked and/or fried fish, baked potato, vegetable, cole slaw, roll and brownie. Grilled cheese or spaghetti available as […]
Community Rosary Canceled For February 21, 2023
Due to our very snowy winter with unpredictable driving conditions, the Rosary Society is canceling our February 21 community rosary, originally scheduled for 10:00 AM in the Parish Center Lower Level. Please watch the bulletin for future dates, times and locations, and consider praying the rosary with us in the future!
Gifted and Belonging meeting: Sunday, February 19, 2023
Catholic Services Appeal 2023
Next weekend, February 25-26, is our commitment weekend for the Catholic Services Appeal. Your gift to the Catholic Services Appeal supports an array of ministries that include pro-life, seminarian support, Catholic education, services to those most in need and Synod evangelistic priorities in the building up of our local church. Please prayerfully consider making a […]
Volunteer Opportunities and Parish Needs for the week of 2-19-2023
Then I said, “Here am I. Send me!” Isaiah 6:8 PRAYER LINE: We are looking for volunteers who are willing to pray for the intentions of those who leave messages on our Prayer Line. When a prayer request is called in, the moderator of the Prayer Line will call “Prayer Volunteers” to inform them of the “Prayer […]
Reflection from Father Steve – February 19, 2023
This Wednesday, February 22nd is Ash Wednesday – the beginning of the Season of Lent 2023. Ash Wednesday Liturgy is at 8:00 AM and 7:00 PM. Lent is the annual opportunity for each of us to look at our Christian lives; and make some adjustments in our religious practice or attitudes. Mostly the season is […]
