Our sister congregation in Conway, Peace Lutheran (at 800 S. Donaghey Ave.), invites families to participate in Vacation Bible School from Mon, July 17 - Weds, July 19. The theme will be "Keepers of the Kingdom: Standing Strong in Today's Battle for Faith." You can register online by clicking here or call Peace Lutheran at 501-329-3854 for more information.

Our study of Acts concluded on Weds, June 14. We will be taking a summer pause from Wednesday Bible Study for approximately two months. Studies will resume on Wednesday, August 23 at 10:00 AM. Our next study topic will be the Old Testament Prophet, Isaiah. Please plan to join us on Wednesdays this fall! All members & friends are welcome to join us as we grow in God's Word.

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!