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Reflection from Father Steve – June 19, 2022

Today, June 19th is Juneteenth, sometimes known as Jubilee Day or Emancipation Day or Freedom Day. Juneteenth is a federal holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States. It is the anniversary of the date of June 19th 1865 on which union Army General Gordon Granger proclaimed freedom for enslaved people of Texas, […]

Published June 16, 2022. Filed Under: Fr. Steve's Reflections, Sacraments. Posted by Richard Schletty

Reflection from Father Steve – June 12, 2022

The celebration of the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick will take place during the Mass on Saturday and Sunday, June 18th and 19th. The Sacrament of the Sick is not what we used to call “Extreme Unction” or “Last Rites”. The Sacrament of the Sick provides a healing remedy for persons struggling with serious […]

Published June 9, 2022. Filed Under: Fr. Steve's Reflections, Sacraments. Posted by Richard Schletty

Anointing of the Sick – June 18 and 19, 2022

The Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick will be celebrated during Mass on June 18 and 19, 2022. This is the time to pray for and with those in our community who are struggling with illness or other difficulties. People of all ages who are in need of healing of body and soul are […]

Published June 8, 2022. Filed Under: Sacraments. Posted by Richard Schletty

Sacrament of First Communion, May 2022

Congratulations to the students who made their First Holy Communion at the Church of St Matthew in May! Thirteen students attend weekly Faith Formation classes at St Matthew. Eight students attend Community of Saints Regional Catholic School. Father Steve Adrian, sacramental minister at the Church of St Matthew, presided at the Masses. Above: Adrian, Annalese, […]

Published May 26, 2022. Filed Under: Faith Formation, General News, Sacraments. Posted by Richard Schletty

Faith Formation news: May 15, 2022

First Communion Masses at St. Matthew Twenty children from the Faith Formation program and Community of Saints Catholic School will be celebrating their First Communions in May. Some children are making their First Communion at a 2 PM Mass on Saturday, May 14. Others are making their First Communion at the 10:15 AM Mass on […]

Published May 16, 2022. Filed Under: Faith Formation, Sacraments. Posted by Richard Schletty

Faith Formation news: Confirmation class receives sacrament on April 9, 2022

Congratulations to the 24 students in grades 8 to 10 who were confirmed through St Matthew on Saturday, April 9, 2022. Pictured here at the Cathedral of Saint Paul with presiding Bishop Joseph A. Williams and Father Steve Adrian are 15 students from Community of Saints Regional Catholic School, 1 student from St. Croix Lutheran, […]

Published April 13, 2022. Filed Under: Faith Formation, Sacraments. Posted by Richard Schletty

Children’s Liturgy Packets at Mass

Every weekend during the 2021-2022 school year, the Church of St Matthew has learning packets available near the front door, by the hymnals, for children ages 3 to 6. The packet, a 9×12 envelope, contains a colorful pamphlet (called Seeds or Promise) related to the Sunday Gospel, a supplemental worksheet (such as a coloring page, […]

Published September 23, 2021. Filed Under: Faith Formation, Sacraments. Posted by Kevin Jack

Sacrament of First Communion, May 15-16, 2021

The Church of St Matthew celebrated First Holy Communion with 16 children and their families at Masses on May 15 and 16. Seven of the children attended weekly Faith Formation classes for the 2020-21 school year, and ten of the children attend Community of Saints Regional Catholic School. Father Steve Adrian celebrated both Masses. Thanks […]

Published June 3, 2021. Filed Under: Faith Formation, Sacraments. Posted by Richard Schletty

Sacrament of Confirmation May 2, 2021

The Church of St. Matthew celebrated the sacrament of Confirmation on Sunday, May 2. Thirteen students in the Faith Formation Program were confirmed, as were three Community of Saints Regional Catholic School students and one Visitation School student. Father Biju Mathew and Father Steve Adrian celebrated the Mass. Thanks to their parents, sponsors, and catechist […]

Published May 4, 2021. Filed Under: Faith Formation, Sacraments. Posted by Richard Schletty

Faith Formation News 9-16-2020

Registrations are being taken now for the 2020-2021 St Matthew Faith Formation program and for sacramental preparation for Confirmation and First Communion. Sign up your public school students, grades K to 10, by first reading the COVID-19 precautions information and then, second, completing a fillable registration PDF form. Email completed registration PDF forms to […]

Published September 16, 2020. Filed Under: Faith Formation, Sacraments. Posted by Richard Schletty

First Communion August 1-2, 2020

Twelve children received First Communion on the weekend of August 1-2, 2020. We had 10 families and 12 children over the two days. Some children are students of Community of Saints Regional Catholic School and some are in our St. Matthew’s Faith Formation Program. The children spent the 2019-2020 school year preparing for the sacrament, and […]

Published August 26, 2020. Filed Under: Faith Formation, Sacraments. Posted by Kevin Jack

Faith Formation news: Community Brunch and Confirmation Blessing 3-8-2020

Community Brunch and Confirmation Blessing: Our Confirmation candidates were blessed during the 10:15 Mass on Sunday, March 8. All were invited to the Social Hall after the service for a free brunch (free-will offerings were accepted). Confirmation families had a meeting during the meal. Our 15 Confirmation candidates from the Faith Formation program and Community […]

Published March 6, 2020. Filed Under: Faith Formation, Sacraments. Posted by Richard Schletty

90 Days of Lent and Easter 2020

We invite you to the Church of Saint Matthew for liturgies, sacraments, devotions, scripture study and fish fries during this season of reconciliation, hope and joy. Bookmark this page or download the flyer. Download St. Matthew 90 Days of Lent and Easter schedule (PDF document) LENT Ash Wednesday Masses Wednesday Feb 26 8:00am & 7:00pm […]

Published February 22, 2020. Filed Under: Lent and Easter, Sacraments, Worship. Posted by Richard Schletty

Faith Formation news 11-24-2019

Faith Formation Break: Faith Formation students do not have class on Wednesday, November 27, due to the Thanksgiving holiday. Class resumes on December 4, and students that evening should go directly to their parish center classroom at 6:30. If possible, on December 4, students should also bring a donation for our Advent giving effort, which […]

Published November 22, 2019. Filed Under: Faith Formation, Sacraments. Posted by Richard Schletty

Presentation of Confirmation candidates, potluck supper, 10-26-2019

COMMUNITY DINNER AND CONFIRMATION LAUNCH Confirmation candidates were presented to the parish at 4:15 Mass on Saturday, October 24.  Afterwards, there was a potluck supper for candidates, their families and the parish. These young people will be confirmed in late March, 2020. Please remember to pray for them daily. Our annual Confirmation launch is for […]

Published October 30, 2019. Filed Under: Faith Formation, Sacraments. Posted by Richard Schletty

Faith Formation news 10-13-2019

COMMUNITY DINNER AND CONFIRMATION LAUNCH Students in grades 8 and above who would like to receive the sacrament of Confirmation in spring 2020 through St Matthew parish are invited to our Confirmation launch on Saturday, October 26. Parents/guardians should also attend, and other family members are invited, too. Join us for the 4:15 Saturday Mass […]

Published October 13, 2019. Filed Under: Faith Formation, Sacraments. Posted by Richard Schletty

Faith Formation news 8-11-2019

REGISTER NOW FOR FAITH FORMATION AND SACRAMENTS (2019-2020) The registration form (for students not attending Community of Saints School) is here: st-matts.org/ff You may register using the online form, or download a print version (your choice of PDF file or Word file). You can print out the form, fill it in, and hand it in […]

Published August 8, 2019. Filed Under: Faith Formation, Sacraments. Posted by Richard Schletty

Michael, Nikko, Silas, and Jaden Baptized on 6-9-2019

Congratulations to Michael, Nikko, Silas, and Jaden who were baptized on Sunday, June 9, 2019, and joined our parish community!

Published June 12, 2019. Filed Under: Sacraments. Posted by Richard Schletty

First Communion recipients of May 19, 2019

Children in St. Matthew’s Faith Formation program and students from Community of Saints Regional Catholic School received their First Communion on Sunday, May 19, at the 10:15 pm Mass. Other candidates received the sacrament on Saturday, May 11, at the 4:15 am Mass. 

Published May 20, 2019. Filed Under: Faith Formation, Sacraments. Posted by Richard Schletty

First Communion recipients of May 11, 2019

Children in St. Matthew’s Faith Formation program and students from Community of Saints Regional Catholic School received their First Communion on Saturday, May 11, at the 4:15 pm Mass. Seven more candidates will receive the sacrament on Sunday, May 19, at the 10:15 am Mass. 

Published May 14, 2019. Filed Under: Faith Formation, Sacraments. Posted by Richard Schletty

Faith Formation news: First Communion Practice on Wednesday, May 8

Faith Formation children and Community of Saints children registered to receive First Communion at St. Matthew should come to First Communion practice on Wednesday, May 8, at 7:00 pm in St. Matthew Church. We will do the final preparation and teaching so that children are ready for the sacrament, which will be celebrated at the […]

Published April 30, 2019. Filed Under: Faith Formation, Sacraments. Posted by Richard Schletty

Faith Formation news: Our Confirmation class receives sacrament on March 17, 2019

Pictured below are the 23 members of our Confirmation class who received the sacrament on March 17 at the Cathedral of Saint Paul. Included are Archbishop Bernard Hedba, Fr. Steve Adrian and Deacon Greg Sroder. – Janelle Rohr, St. Matthew Faith Formation director

Published March 25, 2019. Filed Under: Faith Formation, Sacraments. Posted by Richard Schletty

Lent, Holy Week and Easter 2019

Lent 2019 Download full Lenten schedule (PDF file): Lent at St Matthew 2019-r Weekend Masses are celebrated on Saturdays at 4:15 p.m. & Sundays at 10:15 a.m. Weekday Masses are Monday, Tuesday & Friday at 8:00 a.m. Wednesday: Sacred Scripture/Communion Service at 8:00 a.m. Ash Wednesday March 6, 8:00 a.m. Communion Service & 7:00 p.m. […]

Published February 28, 2019. Filed Under: Lent and Easter, Sacraments. Posted by Richard Schletty

Faith Formation news: First Communion/First Reconciliation meeting

First Communion/First Reconciliation Meeting On Wednesday, January 16, there will be a meeting in church at 6:30 PM for parents/guardians with children who have registered to celebrate the sacraments of First Reconciliation and First Communion at St. Matthew. Children preparing for the sacraments should also attend, along with the parent/guardian. This meeting is for both […]

Published January 10, 2019. Filed Under: Faith Formation, Sacraments. Posted by Richard Schletty

Faith Formation presentation on Child Safety, Wednesday, February 27

Our Faith Formation program will have a speaker the evening of Wednesday, February 27, to help us teach child safety and meet the Archdiocese requirement about child sexual abuse prevention education. It will be in St. Matthew’s Church, from 6:30 to 7:45 pm. Parents/guardians and children should attend together.  Our Faith Formation audience will include kids […]

Published January 5, 2019. Filed Under: Faith Formation, Sacraments. Posted by Richard Schletty

Faith Formation Advent Service Wednesday 12-19-2018

Faith Formation and Sacraments News Faith Formation Advent Service: Faith Formation students and families will celebrate Advent with a prayer service on Wednesday, December 19. Students should come to their Parish Center classroom at 6:30 PM and later will go with their teacher to church for the 7 PM service. That evening, we will collect small […]

Published December 15, 2018. Filed Under: Faith Formation, Sacraments. Posted by Richard Schletty

Faith Formation and Sacraments News 12-9-2018

Save the Date, First Communion/First Reconciliation Meeting: On Wednesday, January 16, there will be a meeting at 6:30 PM for parents/guardians with children who have registered to receive the sacraments of First Reconciliation and First Communion at St. Matthew. Children preparing for the sacraments should also attend, along with the parent/guardian. This meeting is for both […]

Published December 8, 2018. Filed Under: Faith Formation, Sacraments. Posted by Richard Schletty

Faith Formation and Sacraments News 10-20-2018

CONFIRMATION LAUNCH: All St. Matthew Confirmation candidates and their families are invited to attend the St. Matthew 10:00 am Mass on Sunday, October 28. After Mass, we will host Coffee Sunday, which will be a potluck brunch with the dishes provided by Confirmation families. Everyone who comes to 10;00 am Mass is invited to the potluck […]

Published October 20, 2018. Filed Under: Faith Formation, Sacraments. Posted by Richard Schletty

Faith Formation and Sacraments News 10-7-2018

First  Communion  Preparation:  Children who attend public schools who are in grade 2 or older and would like to make their First Communion need to attend Wednesday evening Faith Formation classes from now until the First Communion Masses in May. To register, visit st-matts.org and click the “Faith & Learning” menu. Or register at the Parish Center […]

Published October 6, 2018. Filed Under: Faith Formation, Sacraments. Posted by Richard Schletty

Faith Formation and Sacraments News, September 30, 2018

First  Communion  Preparation:  Children  who attend public schools who are in grade 2 or older and would like to make their First Communion need to attend Wednesday evening Faith Formation classes from now until the First Communion Masses in May. To register, visit st-matts.org and click the “Faith & Learning” menu. Or register at the […]

Published October 1, 2018. Filed Under: Faith Formation, Sacraments. Posted by Richard Schletty

Faith Formation and Sacraments News, August 2018

CATECHETICAL SUNDAY CELEBRATION: 9/16/18, Mass at 10 AM, brunch to follow. FIRST NIGHT OF CLASS: September 19, 2018, 6:30 PM. Sign up now for Faith Formation and Sacraments!  A print version of our 2018-2019 registration form can be downloaded as a PDF file or a Word file. You can print this out, fill it in, and […]

Published August 14, 2018. Filed Under: Faith Formation, Sacraments. Posted by Richard Schletty

Faith Formation and Sacraments update 5-13-2018

Baptism If you have a child you would like baptized, visit st-matts.org/baptism/, follow the instructions there, and complete the baptism registration form and submit it to the St. Matthew parish office. The baptism class at Our Lady of Guadalupe requires registration a week in advance, so call 651-224-9793 and talk to Linda Rivera Monday-Friday between […]

Published May 13, 2018. Filed Under: Faith Formation, Sacraments. Posted by Richard Schletty

Faith Formation and Sacraments update 4-29-2018

First Communion Practice: For children registered to receive First Communion in May at the Church of St. Matthew, please come to First Communion practice on Wednesday, May 2, at 7:00 pm in St. Matthew Church. We will do the final preparation so that children are ready for the sacrament. Registered First Communion children must attend […]

Published April 25, 2018. Filed Under: Faith Formation, Sacraments. Posted by Richard Schletty

Faith Formation and Sacraments update 4-8-2018

Faith Formation Classes Resume: St. Matthew Faith Formation classes for public school students resume on Wednesday, April 11, at 6:30 PM in church with the usual dismissal at 7:45 PM from the Parish Center. We also have class on April 18. Note that our final regular class for the 2017-2018 school year is on April 25. […]

Published April 7, 2018. Filed Under: Faith Formation, Sacraments. Posted by Richard Schletty

Faith Formation and Sacraments update 3-25-2018

Faith Formation Break: St. Matthew Faith Formation students do not have class on Wednesday, March 28, and on Wednesday, April 4, due to spring break. Faith Formation classes resume April 11. Mark your calendars for April 25, when we will celebrate the last regular Faith Formation class during the 2017-2018 school year. Parents/guardians and parishioners […]

Published March 25, 2018. Filed Under: Faith Formation, Sacraments. Posted by Richard Schletty

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