I am writing this while shut down by the Christmas freeze and blizzard. Like the shelter in place of the pandemic, being stranded because of weather is frustrating and advantageous. Frustrating because you are stuck and cannot go where you want to go; advantageous because you have time and opportunity to do things around the […]
Reflection from Father Steve – January 22, 2023
Since the time of the First Vatican Council the practice in the church has been to see the leadership in the faith resting with the pope and through him with the bishops. Dioceses were seen as “branch offices” of the Vatican and bishops were the local “branch managers”, the representation of the pope. Meanwhile voices […]
Reflection from Father Steve – January 15, 2023
This Monday, January 16th, marks the annual celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., it is known as MLK Day. Those younger than 65 years old have no personal recollection of Dr. King and the dynamic force he brought to the “cry for civil rights.” Dr. King was not a politician, neither was he a […]
Reflection from Father Steve: Examination of Conscience – January 8, 2023
Some have asked for a copy of the examination of conscience at the Penance Service on the Fourth Sunday of Advent. It is found below. Fr. Steve Adrian Examination of Conscience Can you set aside your need to be in control? Can you stop being judgmental, intolerant, and self-righteous? Can you let go of the […]
Reflection from Father Steve – January 1, 2023
We say “goodbye” to 2022 and “hello” to 2023. The past year has been a difficult year for many; it has also been a time of joy for some. I know I can learn something about living in 23 from my experiences of 22. I keep a notebook, a kind of daily diary—just a few […]
Reflection from Father Steve – December 25, 2022
Years ago when people talked of simple living and ecology they championed “Small Is Beautiful”. In some ways the Feast and Season of Christmas celebrates God’s dwelling among us in the small and the beautiful – in a condition a busy and commercial driven world at best disregards and at worst doesn’t even see. How […]
Reflection from Father Steve – December 18, 2022
Next Sunday, December 25th is Christmas Day, the Feast of the Birth of the Son of God. Christmas worship will take place on Christmas Eve, December 24th at 4:15 PM. A service of carols takes place before Mass. On Christmas Day, December 25th the Mass of Christmas is at 10:15 AM, preceded by a service […]
Reflection from Father Steve – December 11, 2022
Next Sunday, December 18th at 2:00 PM we will celebrate our annual Advent Communal Reconciliation. This service is offered twice a year, once now before Christmas and in the spring of the year before Easter. Also each day from December 19th through Friday, December 23rd Private Confessions will be available in the Chapel. The Sacrament […]
Reflection from Father Steve – December 4, 2022
The Christmas Season begins at various times in various places. In northern Europe the Christmas Season begins on the Feast of Saint Martin, November 11th. This time of preparation for Christmas is known as ”Saint Martin’s Lent.” In southern Europe the Christmas Season begins on the Feast of Saint Nicholas, December 6th or the Feast […]
Advent & Christmas Worship Schedule 2022
Download the flyer and pass it around! 2022-Advent-Schedule-Insert Church of Saint Matthew • 510 Hall Avenue, St. Paul www.st-matts.org • (651) 224-9793 Here the love of Christ shall end divisions. All are welcome. Feast of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary Vigil, Wednesday, December 7 – 7:00 pm Thursday, December 8 – 7:00 […]
Calling All Bakers, Treat and Candy Makers (2022)
Your skills and creations are needed for the Rosary Society Christmas Bake Sale the weekend of December 10th and 11th. As you begin baking and making items for this Holiday Season, please bake and make some extra and donate it to the Rosary Society’s Christmas Bake Sale. This is our biggest fundraiser of the year. […]
Christmas Bake Sale and Breakfast with Santa 2022
Christmas Bake Sale and Boutique Saturday, December 10th 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm Sunday, December 11th 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Featuring Baked Goods, Homemade Candy and Treats, Jewelry, Theme Baskets and Christmas Items Saint Matthew’s Social Hall • 510 Hall Avenue, Saint Paul Breakfast with Santa Sunday, December 11th 9:00 am to 1:00 pm […]
Photos of Breakfast with Santa 12-15-2019
Santa’s Helpers cooked up a fabulous breakfast on Sunday, December 15th, at the Church of Saint Matthew. The event was sponsored by the Men’s Club, Boy Scout Troop 288 and RosarySociety/CCW. Jolly old Santa dropped in to bring cheer and candy canes to kids young and old. The Rosary Society had their tasty Christmas Bake […]
Christmas Tea & Boutique Saturday 12-14-19
Christmas Tea & Boutique Saturday, December 14, 2019 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Church Social Hall 510 Hall Avenue Saint Paul, MN 55107 Tea, Pastries, a Holiday Bakery A Holiday Boutique featuring Jewelry, Gift Baskets, Bottle Lotto, Christmas Items and so much more. Please join us for a Merry Little Christmas and a cup of […]
Breakfast With Santa 12-15-2019
Santa’s Helpers are cooking up a fabulous breakfast just for you! Come to the Church of Saint Matthew on Sunday, December 15th, 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, for scrambled eggs, sausage, and all the hot delicious pancakes you care to eat. A beverage will also be provided. Cost for Adults: $8.00, Children 6-12 years old […]
Advent & Christmas Worship Schedule 2019
ADVENT & CHRISTMAS Holiday Worship Schedule at The Church of St. Matthew 510 Hall Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55107 The Church of Saint Matthew invites you to share in this very holy season and offers the following services and events. We welcome visitors. Your presence and your prayer enrich our community. If you desire information […]
Boy Scout Christmas Tree Lot Is Open For Business
Troop 288 is selling fresh cut Christmas trees. Many varieties are available. There is also a limited number of wreaths and roping for your decorating needs. The lot is conveniently located in the Cub Foods parking lot on South Robert Street. Hours for the Tree Lot Saturday & Sunday 9:00 am – 8:00 pm Monday […]
Christmas Tea & Boutique Saturday 12-15-18
Christmas Tea & Boutique Saturday, December 15, 2018 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Church Social Hall 510 Hall Avenue Saint Paul, MN 55107 Tea, Pastries, a Holiday Bakery A Holiday Boutique featuring Jewlery, Gift Baskets, Christmas Items and so much more. Please join us for a Merry Little Christmas and a cup of tea. Sponsored by Saint Matthew’s […]
Breakfast With Santa 12-16-2018
Santa’s Helpers are cooking up a fabulous breakfast just for you! Come to the Church of Saint Matthew on Sunday, December 16th, 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, for scrambled eggs, sausage, and all the hot delicious pancakes you care to eat. A beverage will also be provided. Cost for Adults: $8.00, Children 5-12 years old $5.00. Under 5 years […]
Advent & Christmas Worship Schedule 2017
ADVENT & CHRISTMAS Holiday Worship Schedule at The Church of St. Matthew 510 Hall Avenue, St. Paul The Church of Saint Matthew invites you to share in this very holy season and offers the following services and events. We welcome visitors. Your presence and your prayer enrich our community. If you desire information about us, […]
The story of the first Christmas crèche
Every five or six years, it is not unusual for the Fourth Sunday of Advent and Christmas Eve to fall on the same day. This year is a case in point. December 24th, the Fourth Sunday of Advent, is Christmas Eve. Our obligation for attending Mass on the Fourth Sunday of Advent is not satisfied […]
