Saint Matthew's Church
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COVID-19 UPDATE

​Friends:  Regrettably, several of the counties of our diocese are experiencing a substantial uptick in COVID cases. Out of an abundance of caution, and consistent with CDC recommendations, the diocese has suggested that we may want to consider re-instating masking protocols.  As this is an evolving situation, and as no mandate has yet been made, we will continue for now with our current configuration.  However, out of a spirit of charity and selflessness, it would be prudent to return to wearing masks for those who are able, regardless of vaccination status. 
-Fr. Rick

"TOGETHER AGAIN"


Please click ​​HERE to learn more about being
"Together Again”

The next “Together Again” event is the Parish Feast Day Picnic to be held on September 19.  Please click HERE to learn more about this event.



PASTOR'S CORNER

Fr. Rick's Journey  .... "We invite you to view several videos our pastor, Fr. Rick Lesser, is creating about the
St. Matthew's experience! 

Please click HERE as Fr. Rick discusses the journey of his vocation.
Please click HERE as Fr. Rick discusses our Ministries.

​Please click HERE as our Faith Formation Staff discuss our Faith Formation Program.

Please click HERE as we look forward to getting back 
"TOGETHER AGAIN"!
Please be aware! ~ If you receive an email or text  from  Reverend Rick Lesser asking for donations, please be assured it is a fraud.  Fr. Rick will never solicit funds by email or text. Please don’t open and delete this email or text if you receive one.

Full Schedule of Services
Weekly Bulletins
Ministry Schedule

 CELEBRATION OF THE EUCHARIST

Click HERE to be directed to the St. Matthew's website ​Services page that contains links to St. Matthew's Celebration of the Eucharist.

OFFERTORY COLLECTIONS

In this time of social distancing and isolation, please remember that the needs of your parish continue.  You can continue to support your parish through traditional methods (envelopes) or it may be more convenient for you to make your offertory contribution electronically through St. Matthew’s E-giving program.   Please see St. Matthew’s E-Giving page for more information.  We are truly grateful for all who have remained faithful with their financial assistance during this time of uncertainty.
Visit our new Facebook Page.  You can view it by clicking on the facebook symbol below even if you are not currently on Facebook.

Seasonal Messages

FATHER DAN MCHALE NOW AT ST. MATTHEWS AND ST. THOMAS

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Fr. Dan McHale, recently ordained as a priest in the Albany Diocese, has joined St. Matthews and St. Thomas effective  July 1 as Parochial Vicar.  We welcome Fr. Dan to both parishes. Click HERE to see the profile of Fr. Dan from the Evangelist.  

Senior Soup Meals

St. Matthew’s Parish joyfully announces a new ministry, offering complimentary soups to seniors in our community, every 1st Friday of the month.   We invite you to enjoy favorable pot luck soups prepared by our very own Hospitality Committee!  Pick up times will be between 9:00AM – 9:30AM. Reservation Forms are located at both entrances of the church.  Deadline for reservations will be the Wednesday prior to each 1st Friday.  You may also contact Julie-Anne Fortran at julieannfortran@gmail.com or 518-765-2837 for a reservation.