St. Matthews Lutheran Church - Renton Washington

Heart Healthy Kids’ Poster Contest

Nicole — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 19:21:24 +0000

Children and youth (age 18 and under) are invited to create a piece of art that depicts behaviors (like healthy eating, exercise, stress relief, and health care) that take care of our hearts. PRIZES WILL BE AWARDED!!!!! Posters must be submitted to Ms. Nicole or Joan Stewart by 10am on Sunday, February 12.

This Valentine’s Day, celebrate loving the most important heart of all, the one inside of you!

Sponsored by: The St. Matthew Health Ministry Team

Lenten Schedule

Libby — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 00:43:58 +0000

Lent will begin with Ash Wednesday- February 22- No meal; Worship at 7pm.

Lenten Dates: February 29, March 7,14,21, and 28. Worship at Noon, soup to follow. Suppers at 6pm worship to follow at 7pm.

Maundy Thursday: April 5- Supper at 6pm worship following at 7pm.

Mardi Gras…Save the date! Tuesday, February 21, 7pm

Libby — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 00:35:08 +0000

Mardi Gras, the day before Ash Wednesday, is traditionally the last celebration or party until Easter. St. Matthew has a party!

Dinner and bundt cake bake off- Look for more information coming soon in the weekly and welcome counter .

Talent Show-The deadline for entering the Talent Show is Wednesday February 15. One rehearsal for the show will be on Sunday, February 19 at noon, in the worship space. Have a talent to share? (performing, or visual arts) Please sign up at the Welcome Counter or contact Kim Unti kim.unti@comcast.net 425-271-5914

Health Fair “For a Patient Heart”

Libby — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 00:26:39 +0000

Instead of the Heart Healthy Lunch we serve annually, your Health Ministries Team will host a mini health fair called “The Patient Heart and Syndrome X. Are you at risk?”
We hope to assist congregants and community members of all ages to understand and discover if they are vulnerable to this deadly syndrome and if so, what we can do about it. Join us on Sunday, February 12th between services to learn more and to be eligible for cool prizes.
It is not stress that kills us, it is our reaction to it. Hans Selye

New Member Class

Libby — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 00:25:45 +0000

Belong, believe, become…… do you want to find out how to get involved at SMLC? What about getting acquainted with other SMLC people? What does it mean to be a Lutheran? What are St. Matthew’s core values?
Answers to these questions and others will be answered at the next New Member Class on Thursday February 9th from 6:00 until 8:30.We will begin with dinner.
The nursery will be open for children.
Please call Joan Stewart for reservations or sign up at the welcome counter.
Joan.stewart3@comcast.net or 425.226.2420

Side By Side

Libby — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 00:24:21 +0000

Side by Side ministry is exactly what we do. We’re a trained team of caring people who walk alongside those who are in crisis due to health, family, job, and LIFE. St. Matthew Lutheran embraces everyone’s story and strives to connect with people in the midst of their struggles and joys. Side by Side is a ministry that connects trained volunteers with those who are looking to share and find support during difficult times. A side by side volunteer is carefully matched with someone who needs and wants a listening ear. Watch for more information as this new ministry unfolds.
If you are interested in becoming a Side by Side volunteer, or if you would like to meet with a Side By Side Volunteer, please contact the Side By Side Coordinator, Joan Stewart, joan.stewart3@comcast.net or 425-226-2420.
Thoughts from a Side By Side (formerly Stephen Ministry) recipient
When I contacted SMLC’s Stephen Ministry I knew that I needed someone to talk to, but I didn’t know what a positive and profound effect it would have on my life. Having a caring person hold my hand through my darkest days gave me the strength and confidence I needed to move forward. Stephen Ministry enriched my life and is a blessing I’ll always be grateful for.

WOW- Attention Ladies!

Libby — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 00:22:50 +0000

The women’s bible study group, WOW, continues to meet twice a month for fellowship and study and all are welcome. We meet the 2nd Monday of the month at 6:30 pm and the 4th Sunday at 12:30 pm in participant’s homes. Please contact church office for meeting locations or email Renee Anderson at reneea2@uw.edu.

February events

toddh — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 22:55:02 +0000

Sunday Feb. 5th
All youth Superbowl party! Come and watch the big game with your friends. We will stream it live downstairs in the youth room on a big screen. Bring a Superbowl snack to share – drinks will be provided.

Sunday Feb. 12th:
Yakama Mission Trip meeting, 12pm in the conference room. Parents and students 8th grade and older are invited to come and hear about a summer mission trip opportunity to serve on the Yakama Reservation. We will discuss potential costs, dates, and fundraising opportunities. Please consider being a part of this important trip!

SMACK, 6-7:30pm in the Fellowship Hall.

Sunday Feb. 19th
Thunderbirds Hockey Game 4pm – 8pm. Meet at St. Matthew’s at 4pm. The cost is $10, which must be paid in advance by February 5th. Bring along some extra money for snacks at the game.

Friday Feb. 24th – Sat. Feb. 25th
Girls Revolve Tour. Contact Heather Kelly for details.

Upcoming events
Friday March 3rd: Middle School GO! night
Friday March 16th: 30 Hour Famine
Friday March 30th: Nerf Night VIII
Friday May 25th – Sunday May 27th: Holden Village (high school only)

SMLC weather update for Friday, January 20th

Libby — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 02:31:12 +0000

Update for Friday, January 20th

St. Matthew’s church office will be closed and all programs and events are canceled, including Middle School Go Night, which will be rescheduled for March 2nd. We will continue to monitor weather conditions and will update accordingly.

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2012 Inclement Weather

During inclement weather conditions, St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church follows the Renton School District closure and 90 minute late start schedule. This means that during a school closure, St. Matthew’s will be closed and evening classes, programs and events will be canceled. If there is a 90 minute late start, due to weather conditions, evening classes, programs and events will be canceled.

We encourage everyone to PLEASE be safe!

Annual Meeting at LT

Gretchen Mertes — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 19:07:03 +0000

If you haven’t come down to Luther’s Table yet, here’s your chance!

Share in a good meal*
Hear Mayor Law’s greeting
Affirm 2012 mission plan
Elect council members
Celebrate!

Free dessert served at 6:00

*At 5pm, Luther’s Table will offer a buffet style meal.

$10 plus tax/per person.

Please RSVP to let us know if you will attend the 5pm meal.

church office:

425-226-2420

email: stmatthewschurch@comcast.net

2012

St. Matthew’s Annual Meeting Time and Location Change!

When:

Sunday, January 29, 2012

New Time:

Meeting starts at 6:00pm

Optional buffet dinner begins at 5pm

New Location:

Luther’s Table

419 South 2nd Street #1

Renton WA 98057

*All may attend; only members may vote.