Beyond Words Book Club
Oct
8
10:00 AM10:00

Beyond Words Book Club

Calling all women of St Matt’s and their friends to join us, Lois Brooks and Elizabeth Wheeler, in the Beyond Words Book Club, a monthly meeting that will convene in St. Matt’s library on the second Wednesday of each month from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Bring your own beverage and snack if you like, and an optional contribution for the church. At our next meeting, we will be discussing the memoir “Of Dirt and Wildflowers” by local author, Kylee J Marshall . See you on October 8th!

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Centering Prayer
Oct
9
4:00 PM16:00

Centering Prayer

Centering Prayer will be hosted by Richard Morgan and led by Dr. Dee Jaquet of Contemplative Outreach of the Western Slope. All are invited.

 We do two "sits" of centering prayer with a stretch break and then discussion.

Our church will be undergoing construction in October. Please get in touch with the host to confirm which room the meeting will be held in.

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Care Creation
Oct
12
11:15 AM11:15

Care Creation

The Creation Care Team meets monthly on the 2nd Sunday from 11:15 to 12:15 in the library room. We have compiled two lists of environmental concerns we would like to address in both our church and in our community. These action items include issues and projects around recycling, care of our rivers and woodlands, declining biodiversity and care of all animals. Please join us on October 12th for a discussion about exactly WHAT Creation Care means spiritually for us as the Body of Christ. We chose the book “How Can I Care for Creation?” by Stephanie McDyre Johnson as our guide. If you would like a copy of the book, there are still three available in the church office. Cost is $15.

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Blessing of the Animals
Oct
12
4:00 PM16:00

Blessing of the Animals

Bring your furry, feathered, and scaled friends to St. Matt’s Pavilion for our annual Blessing of the Pets! We’ll share a brief, familyfriendly liturgy in the spirit of St. Francis and offer individual blessings for each animal.  When: Sunday, October 12 at 4:00 PM  Where: St. Matt’s Pavilion  Who: All creatures great and small—pets, service animals, beloved stuffed animals, and photos of pets who prefer to stay home (or have crossed the rainbow bridge) Helpful Notes  Please ensure pets are leashed, crated, or in carriers for everyone’s safety  Water bowls and treat stations provided; feel free to bring cleanup bag  Optional: bring a small donation of pet food or supplies for a local animal shelter. Invite friends and neighbors—this is a joyful, community-wide celebration of God’s good creation!

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Centering Prayer
Oct
16
4:00 PM16:00

Centering Prayer

Centering Prayer will be hosted by Richard Morgan and led by Dr. Dee Jaquet of Contemplative Outreach of the Western Slope. All are invited.

 We do two "sits" of centering prayer with a stretch break and then discussion.

Our church will be undergoing construction in October. Please get in touch with the host to confirm which room the meeting will be held in.

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Centering Prayer
Oct
23
4:00 PM16:00

Centering Prayer

Centering Prayer will be hosted by Richard Morgan and led by Dr. Dee Jaquet of Contemplative Outreach of the Western Slope. All are invited.

 We do two "sits" of centering prayer with a stretch break and then discussion.

Our church will be undergoing construction in October. Please get in touch with the host to confirm which room the meeting will be held in.

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Halloween Party
Oct
26
10:00 AM10:00

Halloween Party

Kid’s Halloween Party during the Sunday 10 am service. Come in your costumes.

As part of our Halloween Trick-or-Treat Celebration on Sunday, October 26, we are inviting ministries to host a fun and meaningful moment with the kids. Each ministry will have five minutes to share what they do and how their work impacts the community. While hosting, ministries will hand out candy, lead a simple craft, or play a Halloween-themed game with the children. Becky will help you with this planning and provide the necessary items. It’s a wonderful way for our young ones to see faith in action and learn how ministry makes a difference! If your ministry would like to take part, please email Becky at stmattsyouthgj@gmail.com and join us for this special celebration of service, community, and fun!

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Centering Prayer
Oct
30
4:00 PM16:00

Centering Prayer

Centering Prayer will be hosted by Richard Morgan and led by Dr. Dee Jaquet of Contemplative Outreach of the Western Slope. All are invited.

 We do two "sits" of centering prayer with a stretch break and then discussion.

Our church will be undergoing construction in October. Please get in touch with the host to confirm which room the meeting will be held in.

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Beyond Words Book Club
Nov
12
10:00 AM10:00

Beyond Words Book Club

Calling all women of St Matt’s and their friends to join us, Lois Brooks and Elizabeth Wheeler, in the Beyond Words Book Club, a monthly meeting that will convene in St. Matt’s library on the second Wednesday of each month from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Bring your own beverage and snack if you like, and an optional contribution for the church. We will be discussing When a Woman Rises by Christine Eber.

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WWJD
Oct
6
6:00 PM18:00

WWJD

All women and their friends are welcome to come and socialize with other women in the parish. This is a potluck dinner, so please bring a dish to share. More than the food, it's about making new friends and enjoying a night out. There is no entry fee, but a voluntary donation is suggested to help local agencies serving women in need. RSVP to Christie Hatch (hatchjc1992@gmail.com), or Sue Van Voorhees (sukeyvanv@gmail.com).

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Sabbath Mini-Retreat
Oct
4
8:30 AM08:30

Sabbath Mini-Retreat

Please join Richard Morgan and Deacon Charlotte in a series of Sabbath Mini-Retreats, beginning on Saturday, October 4, and occurring about every three months.

For this first Sabbath Mini-Retreat, and in celebration of the Season of Creation, we'll explore St. Francis, joy, and the Canticles of the Animals on Saturday, October 4th, which happens to be the feast day of St. Francis. The day begins at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 12:30. There will be a combination of gathering together and time for personal reflection. Feel free to bring a journal. Coffee and tea will be provided.

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Centering Prayer
Oct
2
4:00 PM16:00

Centering Prayer

Centering Prayer will be hosted by Richard Morgan and led by Dr. Dee Jaquet of Contemplative Outreach of the Western Slope. All are invited.

 We do two "sits" of centering prayer with a stretch break and then discussion.

Our church will be undergoing construction in October. Please get in touch with the host to confirm which room the meeting will be held in.

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Coffee Hour
Aug
31
9:00 AM09:00

Coffee Hour

Clergy Coffee Hour: During the summer, we will meet at 9:00 AM to discuss the following Sunday’s gospel reading. Please join us this Sunday for a look at Luke 10:2537. All are welcome!

Whether you are deeply rooted in your faith or just beginning to explore, you are warmly invited to join us in conversation, fellowship, and discovery.

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Coffee Hour
Aug
24
9:00 AM09:00

Coffee Hour

Clergy Coffee Hour: During the summer, we will meet at 9:00 AM to discuss the following Sunday’s gospel reading. Please join us this Sunday for a look at Luke 10:2537. All are welcome!

Whether you are deeply rooted in your faith or just beginning to explore, you are warmly invited to join us in conversation, fellowship, and discovery.

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Come Learn About Communion
Aug
24
9:00 AM09:00

Come Learn About Communion

Have you or your child ever wondered what communion is all about? Why we do it, what it means, and who is welcome?

Join Father Steve, and Children’s Ministry Director, Becky Vroman for a special Communion Class on Saturday, August 24, where children and adults can learn together about this sacred practice of our faith.

 We’ll explore the meaning of the Eucharist, the symbols of bread and wine, and what it means to come to the table in the Episcopal Church. This is a great opportunity for children preparing to receive communion for the first time—or for anyone who would like a deeper understanding.

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Coffee Hour
Aug
17
9:00 AM09:00

Coffee Hour

Clergy Coffee Hour: During the summer, we will meet at 9:00 AM to discuss the following Sunday’s gospel reading. Please join us this Sunday for a look at Luke 10:2537. All are welcome!

Whether you are deeply rooted in your faith or just beginning to explore, you are warmly invited to join us in conversation, fellowship, and discovery.

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