Parish Highlights/Announcements

Why Catholic? Beginning in October, St. Matthew's will continue its Journey Through the Catechism. We are utilizing the series: WHY CATHOLIC?  Many practicing Catholics often confess their uncertain understanding of authentic Church teaching. Sometimes they have difficulty answering questions others ask about the faith.  St. Matthew s will continue its four year cycle of evangelization utilizing the Why Catholic? process. It is my hope that our parish will be revitalized as we focus on the essentials of our faith. We can become more centered in Christ and become better disciples of the Lord who loves us.

Mission Statement

We are a people called by God. We are called by virtue of our Baptism, Confirmation and Ordination to share in the ministry of Jesus Christ. We are a community gathered around the table of the Lord for our nourishment and share an abiding concern for all humanity by our response to the Word in prayer and action. As a pilgrim church, we acknowledge the presence of the Holy Spirit among us and...

EVOKE a response to the Spirit through Stewardship,

ENCOURAGE a response to the Spirit through Education and Challenge,

EMPOWER a response to the Spirit through Ministry and Sacrament, and

EFFECT a response to the Spirit through Personal Conversion