Beginning on Sunday, June 18, 2023 we will have a Summer Sermon Series entitled, "Ten(der) Commandments." Throughout this series, we will consider the Ten Commandments from Exodus chapter 20 in the Old Testament. This series will show that the First Commandment shows that our relationship with God is the key to understanding the Commandments that follow. The meaning and applications of each of the Ten Commandments for our day will be explored. The Gospel will remain our focus as we know that Jesus is not only the Giver of the Law but the Fulfiller of it as well, as He kept all of God's Commandments perfectly for us. Join us on Sundays this summer as we take a fresh look at the Commandments for our life in Christ!

Thank you to all those who joined us for a memorable celebration of St. Matthew's first 25 years this past Sunday, May 21, 2023. It was a blessing to worship together and enjoy fellowship for this joyous occasion. We especially thank all those who were involved in the service musically, those who contributed to and served the meal, those who traveled to be with us (including Pastors McMillian, Ave-Lallemant, and Hefta), those who contributed photos for the slideshow, and everyone who helped make it a great day! May God grant our congregation many more years to serve Him, our neighbors, and one another in Christ Jesus.

Here is an overview of our 25th Anniversary Celebration for May 21, 2023:

• Abbreviated Bible Study and Sunday School at 9:00am
• Service of thanksgiving at 10:00am with the theme, "The Church's One Foundation Is Jesus Christ Her Lord"
• A door offering will be collected for Camp Trinity in recognition of their 40th anniversary on the same day
• Meal following the service
• Program during the meal featuring a church history presentation by Ken Barnes and greetings from former pastors, including Pastor Ric and Pastor Pete
• Yard games and informal fellowship to follow the program (weather permitting)

We hope to see you on the 21st!

Please join us on Sunday, May 14, 2023 as we welcome several new members to St. Matthew as part of our 10:00am worship service. Following the service, we will share refreshments and conversation in the Fellowship Hall. We hope to see you on the 14th as we give thanks for all the mothers and ladies in our midst and bid a warm welcome to these new members. 

Below is a full list of food items that can be donated to the Bear Pantry at any time.  (Please remember to purchase canned goods with pull tops.)  Items Needed: Peanut Butter/Jelly, Tuna/Canned Meat, Ravioli, Ready to Eat Soup, Cereal Bars/Pop Tarts/Honey Buns, Instant Oats, Protein Bars, Canned Fruit/Applesauce, Ramen Noodles, Knorr’s Quick Rice, Mac and Cheese, Pasta/Sauce, Crackers, & Bread. If you'd like to drop off your donations at church, you can place them in the box marked for the Bear Pantry in the church Fellowship Hall. Thank you!