One of St. Matthew’s longest-running outreach efforts is the Provide-A-Meal Program we participate in with the Brookside Cluster of Churches. Our next meal is September 22 and we would appreciate any help you can provide!! If you can help at the event, or can donate prepared food in advance, please let Marian Hahn know. Her…
On September 1, we had the pleasure to celebrate the 98th birthday of one of our most cherished members, Doris Stevens. Doris has been a vibrant part of St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church for the past 11 years, bringing her warmth, wisdom, and unwavering faith to our community. A former teacher with a Master’s degree, Doris dedicated…
Dear Friends, We are excited to announce the beginning of a new Bible study on Parables starting on Sunday, September 8th. The study will occur immediately after the church service in the Fellowship Hall. This study will be based on the Kerygma book “Parables: Stories for Life in God’s World” by Richard Henderson. Stephanie Pace will order copies…
St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church joyfully celebrated a remarkable milestone on August 18th as beloved member Nancy Dowding turned 100 years young. Known for her quick wit and infectious spirit, Nancy brings laughter and light to all. When asked to say a few words during the service, she quipped, “Someone asked me what is the secret…
In memory and honor of Allison Rieman, who passed away on August 19, 2023, at the age of 26 from an 8-year battle with cancer, her family presented two Candelabra for the Altar this past Sunday. Allison was an inspiration and source of joy for those around her during her journey. In remembrance of the one-year anniversary…
Did you know? According to Debt.org, even though the United States is considered the richest country, millions of people still struggle with poverty. This reality hits close to home, with families right here in Brecksville and Broadview Heights facing challenges. That’s why St. Matthew’s Church is excited to announce our partnership with Colony Cupboard, a resource room created by Campus Life, a local non-profit, specifically…
Jesus quite clearly believed in change. In fact, the first public word out of his mouth was the ancient Greek imperative verb metanoeite, which literally translates as “change your mind”. How a forgotten reality can change everything we see, hope for, and believe is a core message of The Universal Christ. Yes this is a…
(The island of Ithaka in Greek mythology would be equivalent to the mythology of heaven) As you set out for Ithaka hope your road is a long one, full of adventure, full of discovery. Laistrygonians, Cyclops, angry Poseidon—don’t be afraid of them: you’ll never find things like that on your way as long as you…
Our inherent “likeness to the Beloved (God)” depends upon there objective connection given by the Beloved equally to all creatures, each of whom carries the Devine DNA in a unique way. This phenomenon is called original participation. It is also call original blessing or original innocence (“unwoundedness”). Whatever you call it, the “image of the…
