Thanksgiving Greetings from CLF! The Christian Learning and Formation Ministry is excited or our plans for the upcoming month!  Confirmation classes will be held 4:00-6:00 p.m. on November 17th and December 15th.  In Adult Forum, we will finish the study on...

The Messenger - November Highlights Read the November Messenger Pg 1-2 Building to serve all St. Matthew broke ground on its new addition to provide accessible family bathrooms, storage space and a sanctuary on the mail floor. The project is expected to be completed...

Contemplative Prayer Join in time to learn more about contemplative prayer and experience being open to receiving God in a few moments of stillness. Pastor Eric leads a monthly contemplative prayer group the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 7:00. It is held in the...

Fastnacht 2024 Looking back at Fastnacht 2024 On Saturday October 19th 54 hungry folks descended on the Best of the Wurst Restaurant in Riverside for an evening of yummy German food and music. Enjoy the terrific pictures that Mary took for us.  Hope even more...

This month we welcome our new Minister of Music Dr. Sarah England Baab, who has diverse experience in music education and a passion for using music to connect people with one another and the Lord. She is a historical musicologist specializing in American music. Sarah...

As we enter November, much of the area around us is experiencing significant drought conditions. It has been very dry, with some areas nearby receiving virtually no rain since mid-August. Many plants are struggling and farms are certainly concerned about their usual...