Letter from the Council President:
Dear friends in Christ,
As autumn settles in and the world around us turns toward brilliant color, we give thanks for God’s faithful presence in every season. Fall invites us to pause, notice the gifts growing in our midst, and gather again around God’s Word, the sacraments, and one another. We are grateful to share this season of worship, learning, service, and fellowship with you.
New Energy at St. Matthew’s:
There is so much wonderful energy at St. Matthew’s! We see it in joyful conversations before and after worship, in willing hands serving neighbors, in children and adults asking thoughtful questions, and in new ideas taking root across our shared ministry. This energy is more than a busy calendar—it is a sign of people responding to God’s grace with curiosity, generosity, and hope. Thank you for bringing your gifts, your prayers, and your presence. Together, we are helping St. Matthew’s remain a welcoming place where faith is nurtured and love is put into action.
Fall Devotion: Rooted in Grace:
“Those who trust in the Lord are like Mount Zion, which cannot be moved, but abides forever.” — Psalm 125:1
Autumn makes change visible. Leaves brighten, loosen their hold, and return to the earth. The air cools, daylight shortens, and familiar routines begin again. Amid all this movement, the psalmist reminds us that trust in God gives us a deeper rootedness. Our circumstances may shift, but God’s mercy does not. We do not have to resist every change or know exactly what comes next; we can meet each new season held by the One who abides forever.
This fall, consider one thing you are being invited to release and one way God may be calling you to grow. Make room for a quiet moment each day—to notice, to pray, and to receive grace. Like the trees that let go in trust, may we discover that surrender can open space for new life.
Prayer:
Faithful God, root us in your love as the seasons change. Help us release what we no longer need, welcome the growth you are bringing, and share your grace with our neighbors. Bless the life and ministry of St. Matthew’s, and guide us forward together in hope. Amen.
Church Council Openings:
In November, the Council will be seeking four members of the congregation to step up and serve on Church Council. We have four people completing their terms on council, and these positions will need to be filled.
If you have ever wondered what it is like to serve on council, or if you feel God may be nudging you to become more involved in the life and leadership of our congregation, we encourage you to learn more. Please see Kelli Wendlandt, Pastor Brigette, or any member of council for more information.
Being on council has been such a wonderful experience for me. It has given me the opportunity to learn more about the work of our church, to serve alongside faithful and caring people, and to see firsthand how God is using St. Matthew’s to make a difference. I hope you will prayerfully consider whether this may be a way you are being called to serve.
Come and Be Part of It:
Wherever you are in your journey of faith, there is a place for you at St. Matthew’s this fall. Join us in worship, take part in a ministry, invite a friend, or simply reach out and connect. We look forward to all that God will do among us in the season ahead.
With gratitude and peace.
Kelli Wendlandt,
Council President
[email protected]
As autumn settles in and the world around us turns toward brilliant color, we give thanks for God’s faithful presence in every season. Fall invites us to pause, notice the gifts growing in our midst, and gather again around God’s Word, the sacraments, and one another. We are grateful to share this season of worship, learning, service, and fellowship with you.
New Energy at St. Matthew’s:
There is so much wonderful energy at St. Matthew’s! We see it in joyful conversations before and after worship, in willing hands serving neighbors, in children and adults asking thoughtful questions, and in new ideas taking root across our shared ministry. This energy is more than a busy calendar—it is a sign of people responding to God’s grace with curiosity, generosity, and hope. Thank you for bringing your gifts, your prayers, and your presence. Together, we are helping St. Matthew’s remain a welcoming place where faith is nurtured and love is put into action.
Fall Devotion: Rooted in Grace:
“Those who trust in the Lord are like Mount Zion, which cannot be moved, but abides forever.” — Psalm 125:1
Autumn makes change visible. Leaves brighten, loosen their hold, and return to the earth. The air cools, daylight shortens, and familiar routines begin again. Amid all this movement, the psalmist reminds us that trust in God gives us a deeper rootedness. Our circumstances may shift, but God’s mercy does not. We do not have to resist every change or know exactly what comes next; we can meet each new season held by the One who abides forever.
This fall, consider one thing you are being invited to release and one way God may be calling you to grow. Make room for a quiet moment each day—to notice, to pray, and to receive grace. Like the trees that let go in trust, may we discover that surrender can open space for new life.
Prayer:
Faithful God, root us in your love as the seasons change. Help us release what we no longer need, welcome the growth you are bringing, and share your grace with our neighbors. Bless the life and ministry of St. Matthew’s, and guide us forward together in hope. Amen.
Church Council Openings:
In November, the Council will be seeking four members of the congregation to step up and serve on Church Council. We have four people completing their terms on council, and these positions will need to be filled.
If you have ever wondered what it is like to serve on council, or if you feel God may be nudging you to become more involved in the life and leadership of our congregation, we encourage you to learn more. Please see Kelli Wendlandt, Pastor Brigette, or any member of council for more information.
Being on council has been such a wonderful experience for me. It has given me the opportunity to learn more about the work of our church, to serve alongside faithful and caring people, and to see firsthand how God is using St. Matthew’s to make a difference. I hope you will prayerfully consider whether this may be a way you are being called to serve.
Come and Be Part of It:
Wherever you are in your journey of faith, there is a place for you at St. Matthew’s this fall. Join us in worship, take part in a ministry, invite a friend, or simply reach out and connect. We look forward to all that God will do among us in the season ahead.
With gratitude and peace.
Kelli Wendlandt,
Council President
[email protected]
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