Saint Matthew's Church
A Roman Catholic Community
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You Belong Here

"TOGETHER AGAIN"

​Many thanks to all of you who have developed, implemented and followed our safety protocols during the pandemic. As more and more people have become vaccinated, we feel that we can now modify our plans.  Starting with Masses for the weekend of June 12 -13,  we will no longer be taking ticket reservations.  Those who wish to remain socially distant and wear masks may do so.  The ambassadors will assist in seating you when you arrive.  Those who are vaccinated and at less risk will no longer be required to be socially distanced, but we ask that you be mindful of those around you who are still practicing social distance and masking.  It is so good to be "Together Again".

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


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

DIOCESAN ORDINATION WEEKEND

Please see the two flyers below for information on the services this weekend for the ordination of the Diocesan Deacons to the priesthood.​
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MESSAGE FROM THE BISHOP

 Bishop Scharfenberger has issued a Pastoral Letter entitled "A Return to Mass" which ends the general dispensation from the obligation to go to Mass on Sundays and Holy Days effective June 6, 2021.   To read the Bishop's letter, please click on the PDF document below.
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DIOCESAN APPEAL /PANDEMIC PIVOT 
As with everything else in 2020, the services provided to parishes and parishioners by departments of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany had to adjust when business as usual came to a halt. we are proud to share these glimpse of highlights of how these challenges have been met...and insight into some new ways to work. Diocesan Appeal gifts impact this and more! Click  on file below  to view the full article.
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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.