"We are called to proclaim God's grace by sharing the story of Jesus to bring light, hope and healing to the world"
St. Matthew's Core Values
WELCOMEWorship is the center of our common life. Worship moves us to service. That service is supported by fellowship and community. Worship + Service + Community. We invite you to take part in these with us.
We are a member congregation of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, committed to hospitality, justice, inclusivity, mercy and joy in the name of Christ. We serve the West Side of the Salt Lake Valley. Our congregation came into being in 1989 when St. Paul and Atonement Lutheran churches merged. Online GivingSt. Matthew's is excited to provide the opportunity to give your tithes and offerings online in a safe and easy way. This system enables you to support the church by making a one-time contribution or establishing a recurring contribution.
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Comprehensive Ministry Review:
Council & Ministry 2018 Reports
Events:
Mark Your Calendar – Upcoming Events
Outreach Ministry is doing warm clothing and blanket drive for all ages from November through February. Gloves, Hats, Scarves, Socks, Coats, Sweaters, Sweatshirts, blankets are needed. Donations will benefit VOA Youth Center, The Downtown Rescue Mission, and Crossroads Urban Center. Please leave your donations in the bin located in the church narthex.
Thank you for your generosity. 
Christmas Program
Our Annual Christmas Program with the Sunday School children will be held on Sunday, December 16th during worship. It promises to be another great experience, but you know what that means, right? It means that we need ALL Sunday School children to be here to rehearse. Please have your children at the church at 9:00 am on the following Sunday mornings for rehearsals:
DREAM ACADEMY 2018
Look for upcoming news for the Dream Academy in December! We know that it will be a short turnaround time and we thank you for all that you do to help make this program a success! Usually we purchase gift items and provide cookies to decorate at the party held at St. Stephens Episcopal Church. The Dream Academy is for children whose parents are incarcerated and would otherwise not have Christmas. Advent Calendar 2018
Don’t’ forget to pick up your Advent Calendar on November 18th and 25th. This is a great way to count the days of Advent with your family! Pick up some extras for your extended family as well! 
Poinsettia Dedications 2018
Once again, we will be accepting donations for poinsettias which will decorate our sanctuary for Christmas. Look for the dedication slips in the bulletins which will have instructions on how to submit your dedication. Don’t forget, that after the Christmas Season ends on December 30th, you may take your poinsettia home. 
Advent Worship – Sunday Mornings at 10 AM
Welcome to the Waiting Room December 2nd – Surprise December 9th – Prepare December 16th – Expectations December 23rd – Scandal Advent Evening Worship – Sunday Evenings at 7 PM The Gifts of Advent December 2nd – Patience December 9th – Silence December 16th – Hope December 23rd - Family Reformation Sunday - 2018
Adult Forum
Join us for our study during Advent. We will be using the ELCA’s World Hunger 2018 Study. After the first of the year we will be using the Rocky Mountain Synod Toolkit on Dismantling the Doctrine of Discovery. 
Candlelight Service
7 PM December 24th Emanuel ~ God with Us 
St. Matthew’s Annual Epiphany Party
On Sunday, January 6th, the Faith Formation Ministry will be hosting a special hospitality hour. Join us for some great fun and learn more about Epiphany and how different cultures celebrate this important day! Watch for ways that you can help later in December. |
Sunday Worship 10:00 am
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Spread the Word
Check into Facebook every time you are here at St. Matthew’s. Tell folks what you are doing, post pictures and tag your friends.
Do you have an Instagram account? If so – take pictures to show your friends and family where you are and what you are doing at St. Matthew’s.
Opportunities To Serve
Altar Guild – contact Mary Wimmer at 801-965-8484 for the next training date and to be added to the schedule.
Choir or Special Music – The choir sings several times a year and practices for 20-30 minutes following worship most Sundays. For more information contact Leandra Ludlam at 801-965-8484
Counters – contact Karla Stoker at 801-965-8484 to be trained and added to the schedule.
Facilities and Grounds – Upkeep of the facilities require many hands and a variety of talents. Contact Mike Stoker at 801-965-8484
Faith Formation – Sunday School Teachers needed for the upcoming year. We use the Spark Lectionary Series. Contact Samantha Johnson at 801-965-8484 for more information.
Fellowship – Get together with a few others and sign up to provide a simple meal or treats on Sunday morning following worship.
Sign-up sheet is located in the Narthex area.
Prayer Shawl Ministry – Do you knit or crochet - contact Henny Johnson at 801-965-8484 for more information.
Outreach Ministry – Needs help with the Food Pantry, meals for Family Promise, special collections for organizations that St. Matthew’s supports. Contact Jenny Cox at 801-965-8484
Worship Ministry – Worship Assistants, Lectors, Ushers, Greeters, Cantors, Acolytes – contact Mary Kay Arnold at 801-965-8484 to be trained and then added to the schedule.
Choir or Special Music – The choir sings several times a year and practices for 20-30 minutes following worship most Sundays. For more information contact Leandra Ludlam at 801-965-8484
Counters – contact Karla Stoker at 801-965-8484 to be trained and added to the schedule.
Facilities and Grounds – Upkeep of the facilities require many hands and a variety of talents. Contact Mike Stoker at 801-965-8484
Faith Formation – Sunday School Teachers needed for the upcoming year. We use the Spark Lectionary Series. Contact Samantha Johnson at 801-965-8484 for more information.
Fellowship – Get together with a few others and sign up to provide a simple meal or treats on Sunday morning following worship.
Sign-up sheet is located in the Narthex area.
Prayer Shawl Ministry – Do you knit or crochet - contact Henny Johnson at 801-965-8484 for more information.
Outreach Ministry – Needs help with the Food Pantry, meals for Family Promise, special collections for organizations that St. Matthew’s supports. Contact Jenny Cox at 801-965-8484
Worship Ministry – Worship Assistants, Lectors, Ushers, Greeters, Cantors, Acolytes – contact Mary Kay Arnold at 801-965-8484 to be trained and then added to the schedule.
St. Matthew's is now operating on solar power.
Click on the picture above to see the System Details.
Click on the picture above to see the System Details.
