Healing Eucharist Wed 10:30 a.m.

followed by

Walking With the Word Bible Study

at 11:30 a.m.

***

Church office hours:

Monday - Thursday

10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Closed Fridays

And this is his commandment, that we should believe in the name of his Son Jesus Christ

and love one another, just as he has commanded us. 

John 10:23

Youth Sunday - April 28, 2024 - In This Issue:

• Vestry Corner - Lindsay Isaacs, Outreach Liaison
• Youth Group Activities through May
• Next Sunday: Adult Forum - Spot and Stop Scams
• Pentecost May 19 - Do you speak a foreign language? We need you!
• Kentucky Derby Party Sat May 4
• St. Matt's Goes to the Ball Game
• Outreach: Co-Op Needs for April & May; FODAC; Mending the Gap; Volunteer Opportunities
• Walking With the Word Bible Study-New Topic starts May 1
• Cafe Theology Schedule

Youth Sunday

Sunday, April 28, 2024

The Fifth Sunday of Easter

8:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist Rite II

9:00 a.m. Continental Breakfast

9:30 a.m. Christian Formation

all ages

10:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist Rite II**

Youth Service++

Or view the service on FB Live

Service Bulletin

++St. Matt's Youth will serve as choir, lectors, acolytes, ushers and greeters for this service.

**Nursery available for young children

Feature Photo of the Week:

Preschool Auction Open House

Hats & Boots Showdown

Pictured: Officer Thad Clark and preschool teacher Mandy Johnson comparing hats and boots at the St. Matthew's Preschool 3rd Annual HeART of the Preschool auction open house on Saturday, April 20. Thanks to the generosity of members and friends of St. Matthew's, the auction raised over $3900 for programs and scholarships for the preschool. Thank you, St. Matthew's!

Photo Credit: Terri Hurst

Youth Group Schedule through May - All Middle & High School Students encouraged to attend



• 4/28 Youth Sunday!/ Parents of Youth Make Breakfast/ Youth Group
• Text Jessie if your child would like to participate in the Youth Sunday Service
• All youth are invited and encouraged to sing in the Choir
• Youth Group Makes Breakfast! Sign up to participate https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0D4FACA72DABFE3-48570996-youth 

5/5 Youth Group- 4 Square Tournament/ Connect 4 Tournament

5/12 No Youth Group- Mother's Day

5/19 Graduation Sunday/ Cake Reception Between Services/ End of Year Pool Party

• End of Year Pool Party @ the Livermonts!
• 12:30pm-4:30pm
• 2571 Bexley Ct, Snellville
• Donations accepted for Pizza and to go towards the cost of the lifeguard. Suggested $5pp

Vestry Corner - Lindsay Isaacs, Outreach Liaison

As the vestry liaison for outreach, I’ve developed a deep appreciation for the generosity of the St. Matthew’s family. From food drives for the Southeast Gwinnett Cooperative Ministry to building days with Habitat for Humanity, I’ve seen our church family show up repeatedly to joyfully give their time, talent and treasure to humbly serve others. Through outreach activities, we get to share God’s love with the community in tangible ways, and there are several upcoming opportunities that you can join.

 Tomorrow, April 27, you can join the St. Matthew’s team at the 1-mile-long FODAC Run, Walk and Roll, which starts at 9:30 a.m. at Stone Mountain Park. Your $35 entry (kids 12 and under are FREE) supports this fundraiser for FODAC, and you can enjoy free entry into Stone Mountain Park for the day and a picnic. Try to get there early because the first 100 registered participants to arrive will receive FREE Adventure Passes to the park!

 On Monday, April 29, from 3-6 p.m., we’d love for you to join us as we serve dinner at the Southeast Gwinnett Cooperative Ministry in Grayson, located about 7 miles from St. Matthew’s. We could use help assembling the meals in bags and giving them to clients as they pick up their pantry assistance items from the Co-op.

 Looking ahead, we have several outreach opportunities in May and June, including a sing-along at Delmar Gardens on May 18 from 4-5 p.m.; the Mending the Gap Superheroes for Seniors 5K & 1K in Lilburn City Park on June 8; our month-long, semi-annual food drive for the Co-op that will culminate in a Stock the Shelves event on June 29; and a school supply drive. And, at any time, if you can’t participate in person but would like to show your support financially, you can make donations through Realm and choose “Outreach” from the drop-down menu.



 As Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., famously said, “Everybody can be great ... because anybody can serve.” Although it might not seem like much to donate a few cans of food or spend a few hours at the Co-op, our individual efforts combine to make a big impact in the lives of others. Please consider joining the outreach committee and experiencing the joys of service with St. Matthew’s. Contact me at lindsayatl@gmail.com to learn more.

IS COMING MAY 19!

There will be ONE service at 10:00 a.m. on Pentecost, May 19, as we celebrate the birthday of the Church. Don’t forget to wear RED!

Do you speak a foreign language? We need you Sunday, May 19 on Pentecost, to be part of the Acts reading. Please contact Fr. Tim, Greg Andrews, Joan Kengla, or call the church office.

Baptism: Pentecost is a day when traditionally the sacrament of Baptism is administered in the church. If you or your child would like to be baptized on Sunday, May 19, please contact the church office, or talk with Fr. Tim.  

Spot and Stop Scams—Forum for Youth and Adults

Next Sunday, May 5th at 9:30am

Come have breakfast at 9am and then spend some time together discussing current financial fraud trends, how to spot them and what you can do to keep you and your loved ones safe. We will look at elder exploitation/romance scams, USPS blue mailbox thefts and phishing/social engineering scams. Come for the education and bring your questions for afterward. Brought to you by the Communications Committee and Christian Formation Committee. 

+++St. Matthew's is preparing dinner for the Co-Op clients Monday, April 29. Help is needed after the 10:30 service this Sunday, 4/28 prepping some items for the dinner. If you can lend a hand, please see Cheryl Wheeler in the parish hall after the service.

+++Mending the Gap needs volunteers at their facility on Old Norcross Rd in Lawrenceville Mon, Wed and/or Fri from 10am to 2pm. Please reach out or drop by if you can help.  Contact Cheryl Wheeler for more information about this volunteer opportunity.

Outreach -- FODAC Run, Walk & Roll Saturday, April 27,

9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Stone Mountain Park, Railroad Pavilion.

Games, food and more. Free entry to the park with registration. 

Click here to register. $35 registration, kids under 12 are free.

Mark Your Calendars

Mending the Gap Annual 5K & 1K - Saturday, June 8

Lilburn City Park

"Superheroes for Seniors 8:00 a.m. / 8:30 a.m.

Be a Superhero! Lace-up and go the distance to help support struggling seniors in our community!

Info and Register here.

Co-Op Food Drive for April & May

For the month of April, the Southeast Gwinnett Co-Op Ministry would like St Matthew’s to concentrate on donating Canned Tuna and Canned Chicken to the food bank. Other items are always welcome as well.

 You can place items in the barrels in the hallway outside the parish hall. If you make cash donations via check or through Realm, please notate Outreach/Co-Op on the detail line, or choose Outreach from the drop-down menu.

Thank you for your support in helping the Co-op feed those in need.

Walking With the Word (WWW)

Wednesdays at 11:30 a.m.

This bible study group has completed its study of the Acts of the Apostles. Beginning Wednesday, May 1, they will embark on a new journey into the Gospel of Mark. This exploration will delve into its profound themes of discipleship, Jesus as the Suffering Servant, and the cross, offering us a deeper understanding of our faith. All are welcome to join in this study and the lively discussion.

Make Your Plans -- St. Matt's Goes to a Gwinnett Striper Game June 28

St. Matthew’s is going to the ball game on Friday, June 28th! Come watch the Gwinnett Stripers take on the Memphis Redbirds from the first base deck—Enjoy a catered meal and open covered seating in the deck, where you can freely move around and socialize while you cheer on our Stripers. Subsidized cost per ticket is $42.00. A minimum of 40 tickets is required for the Deck reservation—Watch for a Realm signup coming next week. This was so much fun last year—don’t miss it! Game time 7:05 p.m. (gates open at 6:05). Contact: Warren Drury or Clay Olbon.

One More Look--

The movie "Made With Love" had some scenes filmed here in St. Matthew's kitchen, and filmmaker David Hughens and his son, Jackson, were our guests at a forum last Sunday.  Here's the info on the movie. Use your camera to focus on the QR code, and click the link that pops up.

Men's Trivia 1st & 3rd Wednesdays each month @ 7:00 p.m.

McCray’s Tavern, 100 N. Perry St. L’ville

All men of the parish are invited. Contact: Levi Livermont, Jay Jones

Next dates: May 1 & 15 at 7:00 p.m.

Lunch Bunch 3rd Thursday each month at 12 noon, at different area restaurants

O'Shucks Seafood & Grill, 3939 Atlanta Hwy, Loganville, GA 30052

Everyone invited! Let Joan Kengla know if you will attend to get a head count.

Next date: May 16 at 12 noon

Restaurant Foyers Once a month on Friday at 7:00 p.m. at different area restaurants

Diner at Webb Gin, 1350 Scenic Hwy N Ste 900, Snellville GA 30078

Individuals/couples, Sign up on Realm, or let Warren Drury or Rebecca Bowen know you will attend.

Next date: May 17 at 7:00 p.m.

Cafe Theology will be meeting for the following dates:

May 4th, May 18th, June 1, June 15th

As of June 15th we will be finished with the book, What is the Bible , and will be taking the Month of July off.

We will be back to start a new book in mid-August. Come and join us as Father Tim leads us through another interesting book about our Faith.

The Daughters of the King National Study meets every Sunday at 9:30 a.m. (in the first meeting room on the right in the Christian Ed hallway). All women who are interested in finding out more about the mission of the Daughters of the King at St. Matthew’s are invited to participate. If you have any questions, please contact Peggy Isaacs, Cecilia Billingsley or Gail Sawyer.

Sunday Breakfast Host Sign Up –

Thank you for all who have signed up!



Breakfast this Sunday: Youth and Youth Parents

Did you know there are 3 ways you can sign up to use your time and talents to help with Sunday Breakfast?

You can contact Trisha Voiles, you can Sign up on the list in the office hallway bulletin board, or you can click on the below links for sign up genius. 

Get a couple of friends and join in the Sunday fellowship in May! Sign up HERE. Most May dates are still available to host.

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