Stay connected and engaged at St. Matthew’s this February, March, and beyond! We have a diverse range of opportunities for spiritual growth, community connection, and service. From thought-provoking Adult Forums and contemplative prayer gatherings to special events like our 75th Anniversary Celebration and a Walnut Street Theater performance, there’s something for everyone. Explore the listings below for details on upcoming classes, discussions, worship services, and ongoing initiatives like our February Food Drive and “Greendisk Technotrash” recycling program. Please note that Pastor Eric will be out of the country until February 12th.
February
- February 2: Adult Forum – Topic TBD
- February 6: OWLS – What are Legacy Letters? Presentation and lunch at noon in the library.
- February 9: Adult Forum – Live the Love review
- February 16: Adult Forum – Topic TBD
- February 19: Contemplative Prayer group at 3:00 PM in the church library and on Zoom.
- February 20: NJ Synod ELCA Anti-Racism Team event on Zoom from 7-9 PM (Thursday). Register.
- February 23:Congregational Meeting at noon.
- Adult Forum – Congregational Finances and Proposed Budget Discussion
- Confirmation Class
- February 24: Non-Activity Night from 6:30-8:00 PM.
March
- March 1: Walnut Street Theater performance at St. Matthew Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall, 7-9 PM (Saturday).
- March 2:
- Adult Forum – Mental Health Stigma Free statement.
- DEI Conversation follow-up to Feb 20 event at 11:45 AM in the library.
- March 5: Ash Wednesday services:
- Short informal service at noon.
- Short service for children at 4:00 PM.
- Full service at 7:00 PM (also on YouTube)
- March 12:
- Lent Service at 7:00 PM (Wednesday)
- Pastor’s Class: Early Church at 7:30 PM in the library and on Zoom.
- March 19:
- Lent Service at 7:00 PM (Wednesday)
- Pastor’s Class: Key Insights of the Reformation at 7:30 PM in the library and on Zoom.
- March 23: Confirmation Class
- March 26
- Lent Service at 7:00 PM (Wednesday)
- Pastor’s Class: The Word of God at 7:30 PM in the library and on Zoom.
April
- April 2: Pastor’s Class: Structure and Functioning of the Church Today at 7:30 PM in the library and on Zoom.
May
- May 4: 75th Anniversary Celebration:
- 10:30 AM – Special Worship Service
- 2:30 PM – Celebratory Catered Luncheon at Moorestown Community House
Ongoing Events
Ongoing throughout February: February Food Drive to support the Ministerium Food Pantry.
Lent (March 5 – April 10): Weekly Lent services on Wednesday evenings at 7:00 PM (Specific dates not provided).
Ongoing: Bishop’s Challenge – Greendisk Technotrash – Recycling for old CDs, DVDs, and other digital technology gadgets in the narthex.
Note: Pastor Eric is out of the country until February 12th.