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It is that time of year again when we start thinking about the inevitable change in the temperature and start preparing for winter.  Our neighbors in need also face this reality.  Each fall, St. Matthew’s collects offerings of coins, paper money and checks to support our neighbors in our communities.  This money goes to a…

St. Matthews has made many important investments in energy saving improvements over the past several years including new windows, insulation, and energy efficient lighting.  In 2020, we decided to make a dramatic reduction in our carbon footprint and installed solar panels on the church.  We financed the solar panels with a $80,000 mortgage on the…

The Pastor’s Discretionary Fund is “intended to give the Lead Pastor complete discretion and authority to provide confidential financial support” for in-reach and out-reach purposes (source: “Clergy Discretionary Funds: General Council on Finance and Administration of The United Methodist Church”).

We are in need of a few more volunteers to join the ranks of a dedicated group that counts and records the offering after the service on Sundays. No special skills required. Each Sunday 2 counters spend about 45 minutes counting the offering. With a few more volunteers, each counter would only need to count every 4th or 5th Sunday. Training would be provided, and you would be paired with an experienced counter. For more information, or to volunteer please speak with Jennifer Wynn, or email pjdoubledae@verizon.net.

Have you ever been curious about playing handbells? Bells of St. Matthew’s invites you to play in worship on Dec. 15. Rehearsals are on Tuesday evenings, from 7 to 8:30 PM, and you can attend as few as just two rehearsals before December 15. While some prior musical experience can be helpful, it’s not necessary; absolutely anyone ages 14 and up is welcome. If you’re interested, please contact Abby Schoppe, St. Matthew’s Director of Handbell Ministries, at handbells@saint-matthews.org.