PARISH OFFICE CLOSED, MASSES CANCELED. To protect the health of our staff, volunteers, parishioners, and Father Steve, the parish office will be closed and all Masses are cancelled. This includes funeral and baptisms. Father Steve and John Riehle will revisit the situation in a couple of weeks and you will again be notified of their decision. […]
Our response to COVID-19 (Coronavirus)
March 17, 2020 Dear parishioners: I know you are well aware of the COVID-19 virus and its effect on all of our lives. I have had conversations with Fr. Steve and Fr. Banker, our parochial administrator. We have decided to “close our doors” for the next two weeks [at least]. We will re-look at the […]
March 17 through April 3: closures, cancellations and postponements due to Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Most of our church activities will either be cancelled or postponed, from now until Friday, April 3 (a little over two weeks). The COVID-19 outbreak is “fluid.” Fr. Steve and parish staff will revisit the situation as it unfolds and later make an announcement regarding Holy Week and Easter. Closed/cancelled: Parish office, weekend Masses, weekday masses and […]
Support Community of Saints on Give to the Max Day, November 14, 2019
You Make a Difference – Support Our Students on November 14, 2019! No gift is too small. Our Community of Saints Regional Catholic School donation page is found here: www.givemn.org/organization/Community-Of-Saints-Regional-Catholic-School Raise your hand if you need more flexible seating and STEM resources! Your gift on Give to the Max Day will support flexible seating and STEM […]
West Side Ecumenical Thanksgiving Service 2019
Our West Side Ecumenical Thanksgiving Service, organized by some of the worship communities on the West Side, will include readings, reflections and music. There will be a collection taken for the Neighborhood House Food Shelf. West Side Ecumenical Thanksgiving Service Wednesday, November 27, 2019, 7:00 pm Church of St. Matthew 510 Hall Avenue, St. Paul, […]
Turkey Bingo: Saturday, November 9, 2019
Church of Saint Matthew Turkey Bingo Saturday, November 9, 2019 Beginning at 5:00 pm Cash Prizes and chances to win Thanksgiving turkeys. Family-friendly fun event for young and young-at-heart Food, beer & wine available Saint Matthew Social Hall 510 Hall Avenue, Saint Paul, MN 55107 651-224-9793 Sponsored by Saint Matthew’s Men’s Club Download flyer: Turkey […]
Cherokee Tavern Annual Thanksgiving Dinner 2019
Will you be alone for Thanksgiving Day or perhaps you can’t make a meal for yourself? The great folks at the Cherokee Tavern are again this year providing a full Thanksgiving dinner to anyone in need, with all the trimmings included. You must sign up for tickets. There is an early dinner seating and a […]
Pope Francis Expert Dr. Austen Ivereigh to Speak at St. Thomas More Church on November 16, 2019
Dr. Austen Ivereigh to Give Talk about Pope Francis November 16, 10 am St. Thomas More Catholic Church (St. Paul, MN) Dr. Ivereigh is a biographer, news commentator, journalist, and Oxford fellow who is specialized in the Church of Latin America and the papacy of Francis. He wrote the authoritative biography of Pope Francis, “The Great […]
See Galería Paz Jesús October 11-13, 2019, at Neighborhood Art Crawl
Church of St. Matthew parishioner Kristin Rafferty will have an art exhibit featuring iconic images of Our Lord and Lady in oil paints. Holy Water & Rosaries were used in the creation of these works. This is part of the Saint Paul Art Crawl and is at Galería Paz Jesús, three blocks away from St. […]
Meet Archbishop Hebda at a nearby Synod Prayer and Listening Event on October 11 or 12
Coming up fast are the first of several “Prayer and Listening Events” that serve as a prelude to the 2021 Archdiocesan Synod. The weekend of the October 11th and 12th is a great opportunity for St. Matthew’s parishioners to attend at Guardian Angels in Oakdale on Friday or at Our Lady Guadalupe on Saturday. Archbishop […]
Annual Mass & Picnic at Cherokee Park 8-18-2019
Church of St. Matthew Annual Mass & Picnic at Cherokee Park. Sunday, August 18th, 10:30 am –2:00 pm. We began our celebration with Mass at 10:30 am, Fr. Steve presided. The Men’s Club supplied grilled meats for the barbeque. The Rosary Society supplied the paper products. People brought side dishes and/or desserts to share.
Annual Mass & Picnic at Cherokee Park on Sunday, August 18
Church of St. Matthew Annual Mass & Picnic at Cherokee Park. Sunday, August 18th, 10:30 am –2:00 pm. We will begin our celebration with Mass at 10:30 am, Fr. Steve presiding. Then the fun begins with a barbeque; Men’s Club supplying the grilled meats. Rosary Society will supply the paper products. You bring along a side dish […]
Visit by the Archdiocesan Parish Planning Team
Members of the Archdiocesan Parish Planning Team (APP) will be having a conversation with parishioners on the finance and pastoral council and Fr. Rick Banker, our parochial administrator, on Thursday, August 1. Members of the councils are preparing some documents to describe how St. Matt’s meets the criteria for a “viable” parish. Pray for the […]
School Building Lease Update
There were two ‘tours’ of the building. One was by personnel from a charter school that is looking for more space, the other was from a different, educational effort – with less of a specific plan at this time. The finance council continues to work on the budget for this current (started on July 1) […]
Libera Boys Choir Concert, Cathedral of St. Paul, July 26
The London-based boys choir “Libera” will be performing at the Cathedral of St. Paul on July 26th at 7:30 PM. They last performed here back in 2011. Their music encompasses a wide range of genres, from Classical and chant, to ambient and popular styles of music. You can listen to their albums on music streaming […]
West Side Summit Charter School Closing
The board of directors of West Side Summit Charter School decided on June 18 to close the school and cease operations effective June 30. Sarah Hanson, the executive director, communicated to the parents the following day: While we believe we have served our students well over the years, in many cases, our reading and math […]
Quo Vadis Vocation Camps, July 21-24, 2019
QUO VADIS YOUTH VOCATION CAMPS July 21 – 24, 2019 Dunrovin Retreat Center, Marine on St. Croix, MN Quo Vadis is a camp experience for youth ages 14-17 to learn that nothing is more important than discovering God’s will for your life – and living it! Quo Vadis begins on Sunday, July 21 with 4 […]
See Galería Paz Jesús April 26-28 at Neighborhood Art Crawl
Church of St. Matthew parishioner Kristin Rafferty will have an art exhibit featuring iconic images of Our Lord and Lady in oil paints. Holy Water & Rosaries were used in the creation of these works. This is part of the Saint Paul Art Crawl and is at Galería Paz Jesús, three blocks away from St. […]
The Good News Spring 2019
Download PDF: The-Good-News-Spring-2019 Fr. Steve’s Column COS Partners With University of Notre Dame Alliance for Catholic Education (ACE) General Joe Votel ’72 Classes of 1969 Marge Milner Will Retire After Teaching for 30 Years Remembering St. Michael’s School: Gerald Kegler 1950-1959 Remembering St. Matthew’s School: Mark Votel 1951-1958 Join us for Reunion Sunday! April 28, […]
One-Sided Winter Parking Ban: March 4-April 1
Beginning Monday, March 4, at noon, and continuing through April 1, there is NO PARKING on the even side of St. Paul residential streets. That means no parking on the east side (church side) of Hall Ave. and no parking on the south side of Robie St. across from the church. Winifred, George and Humboldt are […]
New Parishioners Welcome
Are you new to the neighborhood or new to the parish? Would you like to become a registered member of the Church of Saint Matthew? Perhaps you have never “officially” registered and would like to do so. You will find registration forms on the Care Notes Wall located at the southeast corner of the church, […]
Fr. Steve Adrian’s 50th Anniversary of Ordination to the Priesthood
On Saturday, December 8, 2018, Father Steve will celebrate the 4:00 p.m. Mass in honor of his 50th anniversary to the priesthood. Following the Mass parishioners of Saint Matthew’s can join Father Steve at back of the church where “Tea and Crumpets” will be served. Come celebrate Father Steve’s amazing years of service to Our […]
Little Sisters of the Poor Christmas Boutique
November 17 & 18—11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The Little Sisters will have their annual Christmas Boutique and Ham Dinner on Saturday and Sunday. The event is free of charge to enter. The Ham Dinner is $11.00 for adults and $6.00 for children age 12 years and under. We will have a Christmas Shop, Children’s […]
Marriage Encounter Weekend: November 16-18
Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend November 16-18, 2018 Location: Franciscan Retreat Center, Prior Lake. It has been said that the greatest gift you can give your children is two parents very much in love, with each other. Polish up this gift and put a bow on it at a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend. You deserve the […]
Bob and Dorothy Casper Annual Thanksgiving Dinner 2018
Diners Please Note Location Change for 2018: Dinner will be served at the Church of Saint Joseph on Seminole Avenue this year and not at the Cherokee Tavern on Smith Avenue. If you are unable to prepare a Thanksgiving meal for yourself or will be alone for Thanksgiving and would like tickets to the free […]
Turkey Bingo: Saturday, November 3, 2018
Church of Saint Matthew Turkey Bingo Saturday, November 3, 2018 Beginning at 5:00 pm Cash Prizes and Thanksgiving Turkeys, Too! Family Friendly Event Food, Beer & Wine Available Saint Matthew Social Hall 510 Hall Avenue, Saint Paul, MN 55107 651.224.9793 Sponsored by Saint Matthew’s Men’s Club Download flyer: Turkey Bingo November 3, 2018
Coffee Sunday – You’re Invited!
You are invited to the Social Hall each Sunday following 10:00 am Mass for coffee, donuts and other tasty treats. Some Sundays, you may be treated to a full and hearty breakfast, but whatever is on the menu you will be sure to find family, friends and lively conversation. Please come join us. All are welcome!
Scrip Fundraising Program: SA change to Speedway
SuperAmerica has changed over to Speedway. As a result, your SuperAmerica gift cards will not work. To get them refunded, please call 800-428- 4016, Monday through Friday between 8:30 am and 5:30 pm. Going forward, we will have Speedway gift cards available after our next scrip purchase. Speedway cards offer the same discount as SuperAmerica. […]
Save The Date: Fix It Fund Raiser
St. Matthew’s Annual Fix It Fund Raiser will be on Saturday, October 27, 2018 at 5:00 p.m. Dinner and a Silent Auction. Funds raised will be matched by the Catholic Order of Foresters. Please come join us for a family friendly evening of food and fun.
Fare For All: Food That Makes Cents
Open to Everyone. Fare for All is a non-profit, community-supported program. No registration needed, cash, credit, debit and EBT cards accepted. Packages of fresh fruits, vegetables and frozen meats at reduced rates. Located at the South St. Paul Central Square Community Center – 100 7th Avenue N., South St. Paul MN 55075. 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. […]
Bible Study with Fr. Steve
Bible Study Opportunity Father Steve Adrian will present the Gospel of John at Assumption Church in downtown St. Paul. Classes will run Tuesday evenings, October 23 and 30 and November 6 and 13, from 5:15 to 6:30 pm in the Lower Church. Please call the parish office to register, 651-224-7536.
Cherokee Tavern Annual Thanksgiving Dinner 2018
Notice to diners: Dinner will be served this year at the Church of Saint Joseph on Seminole Avenue in West Saint Paul, not at the Cherokee Tavern on Smith Avenue. If you are unable to prepared a Thanksgiving meal for yourself or will be alone for Thanksgiving and would like tickets to the free meal […]
Order Christmas wreaths from Boy Scout Troop 288
The Scouts of Troop 288 (Chartered by COS – Community of Saints Regional Catholic School) will be taking orders for Christmas wreaths, garland and other Christmas greenery & will be selling Gourmet Popcorn after Masses THIS WEEKEND; Saturday, October 6th & Sunday, October 7th. If you want to place a direct order, please call Joan […]
St. Ludmila volunteers paint our church doors
Many thanks to the volunteer team from St. Ludmila in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, who painted doors and door systems on the St. Matthew’s church building: main doors, inside and out; chapel doors; Robie Street door; and the new doors for the Social Hall entrance! In the picture: back row l-r: Bob Gardner, youth director, Kyle, Brody, […]
Deacon John Murphy Funeral Notice
Beloved Husband, Father, and Minister to many, Deacon John Lewis Murphy, age 86, of Mendota Heights, passed away peacefully surrounded by his beloved family on Friday, August 3. He was born in Millarton, North Dakota on November 22, 1931 to Leo and Mamie (nee Lilley) Murphy. Deacon John is survived by his beloved wife of […]
