I am at Synod with our other brother and sister churches of the Episcopal Diocese of Springfield. Let us thank God for the communion we have with one another!
I look forward to being with you all again this Sunday.
Fr. Tom
Upcoming Schedule
Adult Christian Ed Class Sunday, 9 AM.
Choir Meet/Practice
Wednesdays, 4:30 PM, in the choir/organ loft
NEW OFFICE HOURS
We are pleased to announce that we have hired a new office administrator. We welcome Megan Epperson to our staff and look forward to her presence among us. Our Office hours for the remainder of 2024 will be Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 11:00 am until 4:00 pm.
September and October Outreach for Home Sweet Home Homeless Ministry
Click here to see the flyer.
VESTRY MEMBERS NEEDED
In the Episcopal Church, the Vestry serves as the governing body of a local parish. A vestry member acts as a “spiritual trustee,” aiding the Rector in managing and nurturing the church’s ministries and programs. Currently, three vestry members are concluding their terms, necessitating the appointment of three successors. This role is pivotal in shaping our church’s inviting culture and in fulfilling our commitment to honor the Lord with all He has entrusted to us. A vestry member should be a confirmed member of St. Matthew’s, regularly participate in mass as a communicant, and contribute to the parish’s ministry through both spiritual gifts and financial support. Those interested in joining the vestry are encouraged to speak with Father Tom.
A NEW CANON TO THE ORDINARY
Canon Mark Evans (who will be with us on Sunday, October 13th) is retiring in November of this year. A special word of thanks to Fr. Mark for his ministry to St Matthew’s and a word of congratulation as he and Sandy move up to Wisconsin to be closer to family. A New Canon to the Ordinary has been selected to replace him, and he begins his service to the Diocese of Springfield on November 15th, 2024. To read about the Rev. David Wells, click here.