Community Comida — Cinco de May
You guessed it…Sunday May 5, 3:00-6:00pm Let us come together as a community again with our neighbors to laugh, sing, play, and of course enjoy some delicious food. Since it is Cinco de Mayo, we will be serving a Mexican meal made by our neighbors at La Libertad Mexican Restaurant. We will be having games…
Read MoreVisioning Process Update — March 10
The LEAD Dream Team has been busy actively listening to our neighbors – various agencies in our community – to learn the challenges and successes they see on a daily basis in and around Hanover. On March 16 and 17, St. Matthew, once again, will be hosting Peggy Hahn, Executive Director of LEAD, and John…
Read MorePalm Sunday Weekend Through Easter at St. Matthew
From Palms to Resurrection We will be making PALM CROSSES on Saturday morning, March 23, in the Upper Room, beginning at 9:30 a.m. and ending when we have made 600 palm crosses! It will be great fun! If you do not know how to make a Palm cross, it is the perfect opportunity to learn…
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Introducing the Summer Internship Program
St. Matthew is creating an exciting opportunity for young adults by offering two paid internship positions. During this 9 week internship, the interns will: Gain leadership skills in a variety of ministries, Enhance the summer ministries of St. Matthew, Increase our Community Outreach which children, youth and young adults, and Grow in Faith and Service.
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Bowling Party for Children’s Choirs
It is soon time for our children’s choirs bowling party. This year we will meet at the South Hanover Lanes bowling center (near the Walmart on Baltimore Street) on Sunday, March 10 from 11:45-1:00. The children can bowl one game or two. Usually, the Preschool and Primary Choir only bowl one game since it takes…
Read MoreNew Congregational Council Installation — January 14
Congregational Council members and officers for 2024 were installed at the 10:30 service on Sunday, January 14: John Mancini as president; Sara Staub, vice president; Kelli Reed, secretary; and Bob Curlen as treasurer. Welcome to Lee Baughman, Charley Lidard, Carolyn Markle, Ellen Shenk and Lexi Smith as the Youth Representative as our new Council members.…
Read MoreLenten Dinner Church and Bible Study
This year our Lenten Theme will be, Pray This Way. In keeping with that theme, Ash Wednesday will be followed by Dinner Church on Wednesday evenings during Lent. Dinner Church Back During Lent Beginning Wednesday, February 21, all are welcome to gather from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Children’s activities will be offered. Sign-up on the last page…
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Upcoming Women’s Retreat
Join us, invite a friend and come to the Upper Room, taking the stairs or the elevator to the second floor at St. Matthew. A light breakfast and lunch will be provided. Cost is $25. Child care can be provided. Sign-up forms are on the bulletin tear off, on the Hospitality Desk and online. Space is limited so sign up by Sunday, February 25.
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Super Bowl Day Intergenerational Event
That’s right! This special Intergenerational Faith Connection Event is set for Super Bowl Sunday, February 11, 9:30-10:20 a.m. You can’t make the game-winning touchdown if you’re sitting on the sidelines. We will learn that God wants us to get into the game and win for him. Join us as we see that you can’t win…
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