Bet you didn’t know that the Bible has something to say about investments! “Invest in seven ventures, yes, in eight; you do not know what disaster may come upon the land” Ecclesiastes 11:2. Now, keep in mind that Solomon, King David’s son and a pretty smart guy, wrote Ecclesiastes. He was renowned for not only his … More Stewardship of Your Possessions

We have your lunch or dinner covered this weekend! Stop by the church at the corner of Maple and Main for some fantastic sausage. Whether you’ll be attending the Roycroft Festival, or just passing through town, we hope you’ll support us. Saint Matthias’ members will be grilling delicious food Saturday and Sunday from 10AM-5PM. Your purchases will help support our ministry … More Sausage Sale This Weekend!

Parish Camping Trip July 28-30 Last Call for Campers! 2nd Annual St. Matthias camping trip is scheduled for July 28-30 at Allegany State Park. No experience or dried food needed. We’ll be camping in the “Red House Loop B”. Contact Lou Shafer for details (906.9017). If you’d like to make a reservation, do so ASAP. … More Last Call for Campers

Beloved of God, With the Feast of Pentecost and Holy Trinity Sunday behind us, we enter fully into what has been called the “long, green, growing season” of Pentecost as I mentioned last week. It is a time, among other things, to step back, to rest and relax, to rediscover or recapture some fun in … More Come to the Garden

You’ll want to join us for the final Evensong of the spring semester, Sunday May 21st at 4 p.m. The adult choir has a lovely afternoon service planned highlighting anthems by two award-winning 21st century composers. Hear Rene Clausen’s stunning anthem, “Set Me As a Seal.” Clausen has directed the Concordia University Choir for more … More It’s Time for Evensong!

By: Barb Ulrich We invite our St. Matthias parish family to join our outreach efforts for our college student program.  For the next two weeks we will be soliciting donations that will allow us to provide small tokens to let them know they are in our thoughts and prayers while they work to pursue their … More College Student Ministry

In an effort to keep our worship services flowing, please note the following: Announcements will be offered five minutes prior to service, and just before the prelude. They will be short and to the point, and it will be important that you check the calendar in the back of your bulletin and watch the e-news … More A Word About Worship

One of the most beautiful prayers in our entire Book of Common Prayer comes near the end of the Morning Prayer office. No matter what day we pray it, it always speaks to the purpose of Good Friday and reminds us of our mission as Christians every day of our lives: Lord Jesus Christ, you … More Learn more about Holy Week Services

As you read above about Confession, the same is true for having your feet washed on Maundy Thursday: All can; some should; none must. I offer, though, for your thought and prayer, the following piece written by Brother Luke Ditewig of the Society of Saint John the Evangelist as part of the 5 Marks of … More Preparing for Maundy Thursday

There is a saying in The Episcopal Church regarding sacramental confession, or the Reconciliation of a Penitent: All can; some should; none must. Over the years, I have found confession/reconciliation to be a powerful means of restoration and the realization of grace in our lives. Of course we “confess” whenever we receive Holy Eucharist in … More Reconciliation Reminder