New and/or Ongoing Classes for Sunday Mornings
For questions about classes please contact Pastor Chan Suh
Exploring Our Faith: Saint Matthew’s, new to the Christian faith, or exploring the Christian Faith specifically, for just “faith” in general? Or, do you want to know more about what the United Methodists believe? If you are interested in exploring faith, the Christian faith, Methodism, and/or what we believe here at St. Matthew’s UMC, then this class is for you. Please join us from 10:15 to 10:55 a.m. on Sunday Mornings beginning April 7th, to our new, “Explore Our Faith” class in room 106 next to the Fellowship Hall. Rev. Barb Schweitzer will be leading this group. Each class will be topical and self-contained. The location of the class is yet to be determined. Please sign-up here if you plan to attend so you can be notified about location. If you can’t attend all classes, it is Ok.
Apostles & Other Folks: Join this Sunday School class to engage in fellowship, faith, and (occasionally) food. We meet in room 306 at 10:15 a.m. B POC Jim Godlove at jmj49@msn.com or Bruce Thomas at ebruce135@hotmail.com.
The Way Forward Class Join this group for an in-depth discussions. We meet at 10:15 a.m. in room 302 POC: Karen Chevalier karenschevalier@gmail.com or Colleen Blessing colleenblessing@gmail.co
The Sunday School Class for Parents All parents of children and youth are invited to join this discussion-based class. If you'd like to connect with other parents and grow in your faith journey, please join us! The curriculum is a mix between bible study and discussions around parenting children and youth. Join us as we tackle what that means, and how to support and encourage one another in Christian love. POC: Mandy Lloyd mandylloyd.cdci@ gmail.com
Women of Faith We are a women’s support group and welcome those who would like to share in a confidential manner with ladies of similar challenges. This support group is open to all women of faith. On-going Sunday and switching to 10:15 a.m. beginning Sept. 10th. in Wright Parlor POC: Annette Landers landers.familynfx@gmail.com
The Knitters Hands Helping Humanity This group changes the world by knitting together. Curious? Join this group and you will know what it means. On-going Sunday at 10:15 in the Library POC Ruth Ann Harrold ruth.ann.harrold@cox.net
Classes or Groups that Meet Other Days or Times
New Groups Forming- Grief Share is Coming to St. Matthew's! GriefShare is a grief support group which can provide a deep level of care to grieving people. You can check out the GriefShare Website at https://www.griefshare.org/. GriefShare is a 12-week program. Our sessions will begin with a check-in to see how everyone is doing, followed by a short video introducing the various topics commonly of interest to people who are grieving and then discuss the topic that the video introduces. In these videos, respected Christian Counselors and Pastors who will provide biblically sound advice and guidance for navigating grief. Rev. Barb Schweitzer will facilitate the group on Thursdays beginning April 11th. Please sign-up to let us know you plan to attend on sign-up genius or email Barb if that’s more convenient at bschweitzer@stmatthewsumc.org. All people, whether they attend church at St. Matthew’s or not, who are grieving, are welcome; so, invite your friends. Also, bring your lunch if you like! Coffee, tea, lemonade, and water will be provided.
Begins April 16th- Parables in the Gospel of Mark
Tuesday bible study will resume again on the 16th at 11 in room 306.
We will learn about the parables we find in the gospel of Mark and learn the meaning of those parables today. Tuesday bible study always shares lunch together, so, bring your lunch!
All-Services Family Support Group
April 28th, 2024
@6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
Dinner will be provided!
St. Matthew's is initiating a family support group dedicated to families engaged in service, including active and reserve military, Coast Guard, National Guard, and State Department members. This event serves as an enjoyable opportunity for these families to connect and understand each other's needs. The sign-up here.
Prayer Groups - Friday Morning Prayer Group (Currently on Zoom)
Location - Zoom
Date/Time - Fridays, 6:30 am-7:00 am
Contact - Debbie Ansman at Debbins2001@aol.com if you would like to attend, and she will email you the Zoom link.
Friends of Naomi - This group is for people who have lost a spouse or partner to be in support and fellowship with one another. This group meets once a month for fellowship and lunch or another special outing.
Contact: Nancy Cappel nancy.cappel@gmail.com
Happy Hearts Mustard Seed - Meets in the evenings twice a month in rotating locations. Contact Gail Kreider at gailyk@cox.net for more information.
Pub Theology - Pub Theology provides a casual environment to have a meal and/or beverage together with different topics each time. We typically meet on the last Monday of each month. Contact Pastor Chan for more information at csuh@stmatthewsumc.org.
April 29th - Retirement Management and Planning
Join us for April's Pub Theology session: "Preparing For and Thriving Through Retirement." Whether you're already enjoying retirement or actively planning for it, we invite you to participate in this discussion. Our esteemed member, Herbert Hopwood, president of Hopwood Financial Services, will share insights and expertise on the journey of retirement. Come, engage, and learn with us!
It will be on April 29th at Glory Days Grill at Barcroft Plaza from 7-9 PM
Signup link
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4CA5AC22A5F8C61-48783182-april