"We are called to proclaim God's grace by sharing the story of Jesus to bring light, hope and healing to the world"
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Out of an abundance of care and concern for the health and well-being of the St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church community, the council and I are outlining the implementation of best practices during the current outbreak of the Coronavirus strain known as COVID-19. It is important to note that these changes are only temporary and are being utilized in order to reduce the risk of transmission and protect the most vulnerable members of our community.
In Christ,
Pastor Christine
A message from Pastor Christine Higueria-Street
regarding reopening St. Matthew's
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St. Matthew's Core Values
WELCOME
Worship 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.
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 Giving
St. Matthew’s has chosen a new provider, named Tithe.ly, to manage it’s online giving. Make one-time donations or set-up a giving schedule that meets your needs. Tithe.ly will do the work for you, making your giving easy and convenient.
Newsletters:September Newsletter:
Comprehensive Ministry Review:
Council & Ministry 2019 Reports
Events:
Mark Your Calendar – Upcoming Events
*Diaper and Formula Drive
Starts Sept. 6th *Online Communion to Begin September 13th VIDEO *Online Sunday School Starts October 11th Online Communion to Begin September 13th
As we continue our “Life as Church Becoming,” the Council and the Worship and Music Ministry leadership felt it was time to begin having communion as the gathered community of St. Matthew’s even as we continue to gather online. This decision was not made lightly, but with thoughtful prayer and discernment after seeing that the likelihood we will be able to safely gather face to face well into 2021. Below are the guidelines to follow in participating in Holy Communion at home. Be sure to watch our service every Sunday morning at 10 AM. As always, we will do our best to keep you informed and keep you in our prayers. VIDEO
The Meal You will want to have this ready but set to the side until it is time to “set the table” during offering time while the offertory is played. 1. Bread. It can be in the form of a slice of bread, a flat bread, tortilla, pita, cracker, etc. It should be enough for all who will be communing to have a “piece” –remember it is a “shared” meal. It should be on a small plate and covered with a napkin or cloth and set aside until it is time for communion. 2. Wine or Grape Juice. A small amount poured into a common cup is suitable or several smaller cups. Again, it should be enough for all who are communing. It too should be covered with a napkin or cloth and set aside until it is time for communion. When communion is completed, all leftover bread and wine needs to be consumed and not saved for later, re-cover the plate and cup with the napkins/cloths and set aside until the completion of the service. Diaper and Formula Drive
It is that time of year again where we collect diapers and formula for clients at Crossroads Urban Center.
Diapers of all sizes are needed and all varieties of infant formula. Bring your donations along with your food donations for the Little Pantry on Wednesday evenings between 6 and 7 PM. The Drive begins on September 6th and will go through October 25th. Thank you for your generosity in serving our neighbors in need. 
St. Matthew’s Little Pantry
The need is greater than ever. Those that have been stopping by church have seen the food disappearing from our outside pantry! Our plan is working and we are helping meet the needs of those in our community. Since our food pantry is almost depleted we ask for your help. On Wednesdays, beginning May 6th from 6 -7 pm, non-perishable food items can be dropped off at the church. Your Outreach Team members will take the food into the church for you. They will be wearing masks and gloves. Please bring what you are able to (in can goods and dry goods). Your Outreach Team will be keeping the pantry stocked prior to this date to serve our community. Many hands make light work! Nurturing and Sustaining God’s People & Places
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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 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. Counters – contact Karla Stoker to be trained and added to the schedule.
Facilities & Grounds – upkeep of the facilities requires many hands & a variety of talents. Contact Erich Thaemert.
Faith Formation – Sunday School Teachers needed for the upcoming year. We use the Spark Lectionary Series. Contact Samantha Johnson 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 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.
Worship Ministry – Worship Assistants, Lectors, Ushers, Greeters, Cantors, Acolytes – contact Mary Kay Arnold 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. Counters – contact Karla Stoker to be trained and added to the schedule.
Facilities & Grounds – upkeep of the facilities requires many hands & a variety of talents. Contact Erich Thaemert.
Faith Formation – Sunday School Teachers needed for the upcoming year. We use the Spark Lectionary Series. Contact Samantha Johnson 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 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.
Worship Ministry – Worship Assistants, Lectors, Ushers, Greeters, Cantors, Acolytes – contact Mary Kay Arnold 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.
