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Ministry & Club Info
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Ministries Available at Saint Matthew Catholic Church
Evangelization Ministries
Eucharestic Adoration
Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration is held in the Two Hearts Chapel, 24 hours a Day, 7 Days a Week. The Two Hearts Chapel is located next to the Parish Office. Prior to your first visit, please contact the office to obtain the entry code.
Confraternity of San Lorenzo Ruiz De Manilia
The Confraternity of San Lorenzo Ruiz is an organization that promotes unity, support, acts of charity, service, and growth in faith thru prayer and witnessing to the Gospels of Jesus Christ thru the inspiration of the Blessed Mother Mary and the patron San Lorenzo Ruiz.
Legion of Mary
The Legion of Mary is a lay apostolic association of Catholics who, with the sanction of the Church and under the powerful leadership of Mary Immaculate, Mediatrix of All Graces, that perform works of mercy. Members visit the sick, elderly, and where ever they are called to serve. The Legion sponsors the Pilgrim Virgin visitation program whereby a statue of our Lady of Fatima is transferred between homes in the parish.
Respect Life
Respect Life enunciates and promotes the principle that human life, at all stages, from conception to natural death is a gift from God, worthy of respect and protection.
Stewardship Ministries
Finance Council
The Parish Finance Council is a consultative body formed to aid the pastor with parish finances. It exercises oversight of financial records, budgets, investments, income and expenses of the parish. Parish projects are reviewed by the Parish Finance Council to verify compatibility with the Parish Budget.Money Counters
Money Counters are volunteers who are responsible for counting the offerings after each Mass.
Physical Plant Management
The Physical Plant Management is responsible for determining and maintaining the physical needs of the parish .
Web Management
Web Management is responsible for the entry of data and the upkeep and maintenance of the St. Matthew’s web-site.
Service Ministries
Food Pantry
The Food Pantry assists in feeding the hungry of the parish and those in the surrounding community. Donations may be placed in the Food Basket located in the Commons area.
Funeral Receptions
Funeral receptions are sponsored by women of the parish, who provide a buffet luncheon for members of the parish, following funeral services at St Matthew.
Knights of Columbus Council 10601
The Knights of Columbus is a national organization which is based in parishes. They are dedicated to supporting the Catholic Church through their charitable, social, and educational endeavors
Men's Club
The Men’s Club provides the men of the parish an opportunity for social camaraderie and spiritual growth while performing works of charity.
Parish Pastoral Council
The members of the Pastoral Council act as advocates for members of the parish and serve as advisors and consultants to our Pastor.
Parish Nurses
Parish Nursing is a recognized specialty practice that combines professional nursing and healing ministry. Its mission is to promote health and disease prevention through a holistic approach of taking care of the mind, body, and spirit.
Prison Ministry
The Prison Ministry provides reading materials for those who are incarcerated. Donations of soft covered Bibles and spiritual magazines are always needed
Meals on Wheels
Members of the parish work closely with the local National Organization to provide home-delivered meals to those in need.
N.E.S.T.
N.E.S.T. is a coalition of local churches which provide a shelter and a hot meal to the homeless on a rotational basis during the winter months.
Saint Vincent de Paul Society
ST. Vincent de Paul Society is a Catholic organization of men and women who volunteer and provide person-to-person aid to the poor and needy.
Sunshine Club
The Sunshine club is a social club where people gather to strengthen friendships and to develop new ones. Outside activities and entertainment are planned throughout the year.
Women's Club
The Women’s Club is a spiritual, social and service organization that promotes fellowship through social gatherings, works of charity and service to the parish and community