Sep 1, 2019 | Green Team, Uncategorized
Last month we kicked off the 2019-2020 Green Team at our August organizational meeting. While we are still in the planning stages for the upcoming year, there will be many opportunities for members of St. Matthew to become involved in advancing our mission “to...
Aug 5, 2019 | Green Team, Uncategorized
In June, we had a fantastic time gleaning with New Jersey Farmers Against Hunger. Together our team of youth and families gleaned over 1,000 pounds of Swiss chard and other greens to help feed local families in need, while decreasing the huge impact of food waste (1...
May 27, 2019 | Green Team, Uncategorized
Summer Gleaning Event Please consider joining us Saturday, June 15 (9 AM), for a summer gleaning event with our Local Mission partner, New Jersey Farmers Against Hunger. Last year 15 volunteers, including confirmands and mentors, had a great time picking over 65...
Mar 1, 2019 | Green Team, Uncategorized
Children’s Pollinator Garden Expansion You may have heard that Punxsutawney Phil has predicted an early spring. At the Green Team we are taking that to heart as we roll out upcoming activities. Sunday School classes have already been busy in February, planting seeds...
Feb 4, 2019 | Green Team, Uncategorized
Next Meeting: Monday, Feb. 11, 7pm Although winter seems to have finally set in, caring for God’s creation has been far from dormant in our congregation! We are thankful to all of the Committees and Staff who are actively incorporating environmental stewardship into...
Oct 4, 2018 | Green Team, Uncategorized
Harvest Season Though subtle, the days surely become shorter, the nights cooler, and the earth more subdued. With fall comes many opportunities for fellowship, and sharing our faith through God’s Creation. First a warm welcome to those who signed up during our fall...