St. Matthew’s Good News – 4/28/2023

This Sunday in I Peter Chapter 2 we are going to consider a surprising truth often repeated in the New Testament: When we are powerless, we often have a unique opportunity to make other people aware of God at work in us.

As Jesus teaches us, “Blessed are the Meek”, thus, the powerless. How do we communicate God’s work in our lives, when we often find ourselves in vulnerable positions regarding the truth or the way we are treated?

See you Sunday!

Fr. Tom

Upcoming Schedule

Worship

Adult Christian Ed Class Sunday, 9 AM.

Wednesday, 5:00 PM, New Member/Confirmation Inquiry Class

Saturday, May 13th, Men’s Breakfast, 8 AM to mid-day, in the Parish Hall

LAWN CLEANUP
We will have a lawn cleanup morning on Saturday, May 6, from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. (rain date, May 13). Mostly we will remove leaves, twigs and other debris that has accumulated on the lawn and in the parking lot over the winter. If possible, bring a rake, broom, or tarp. Some jobs may need garden gloves. If you have questions contact Dedee. Come celebrate Spring on May 6th!

LEFT OVER (clean) DISHES!
Get them before they get “repurposed”. There are several nice dishes that have been set out on the table nearest the windows in the Parish Hall. Help us return them to their proper homes.

OUTREACH ACTIVITY
May, June, July The Salvation Army has a long history of helping families in need. Right now the Army is stressing the overwhelming need in McLean County for food. We can help by donating items such as: spaghetti, spaghetti sauce, macaroni, tune fish, cereal, soup, canned corn, rice, coffee, tea, salad dressing, canned fruit, flour, sugar, and salt. Please bring your donations to church, and the Outreach Committee will convey them to our local Army headquarters. Thanks so much!

FEAST OF THE ASCENSION
We welcome you to a special Service of Holy Communion on May 18th at Noon in the Sanctuary. Please mark your calendar as we cap the Season of Easter on this glorious note.