The Christian Life Commission enables St. Matthew Parish membership to respond to their call to full discipleship with Jesus Christ by reaching out to others. The commission initiates and coordinates social events designed to reach each and every parishioner. They create an atmosphere of welcome and belonging at St. Matthew and to assist in parish communication. Opportunities to serve exist both within the parish and in our community. Commission meets every two months.
Peace Meal Committee:provides meals after funeral services for bereaved family and friends. Volunteers called upon to bring a dish or to help serve on a rotating basis. Carolyn Wooton 823-0602 [email protected]
Pro-Life Committee: welcomes suggestions and volunteers to work on a range of pro-life projects including prayer, political efforts (i.e., telephone tree, life chain education and pastoral projects), and reaching out to pregnant women, elderly, handicapped, AIDS victims, etc. Volunteers needed in all areas. For information contact Margaret Stempky, 585-8425 [email protected]
Harvest for the Hungry Garden: plant, pick and deliver fresh vegetables to various inner-city food pantries which feed the hungry and homeless. Meet as needed. Tim Jerger [email protected] 849-1585 and John Naddy 726-1078
St. Vincent De Paul Society: provides material assistance to the poor through referrals and visits to clients. Also organizes collection of food and provides funds for inner city food pantries and helping at the warehouse every seven weeks. St. Matthew Council works in tandem with St. Andrew Parish which serves nearly half of the needy families in Indianapolis. Meets the 3rd Sunday of each month following the 9:00 AM Mass. Leslie Kerr 823-0112 [email protected]
St. Matthew Support of the SVdP Warehouse. Volunteers meet every 6th Saturday as published in church bulletin. Ray Meckauskas549-0290 [email protected]
St. Matthew Support of the SVdP Client Choice Food Pantry - provides volunteers also once every six weeks, but would like to do this more often. A variety of shifts are available.
SVdP Home Visits – volunteers work only two or three times a month (always with 2 people).
SVdP Food/Clothing Collection Cart - conveniently located in the Gathering Space. Donations of food and personal items are always welcome.
Coins for Cameroon: This is a Lenten program that is just one way that the parish provides financial aid for Dr. Ellen Einterz’ Cameroon mission. You can offer a donation using an envelope or the coin funnel in the Narthex. Need someone – If interested contact Aaron Haag – Pastoral Associate 257-4297
Christmas Giving Tree: provides clothing, toys, and household items to needy families in our community via Catholic Social Services Christmas Store. Meet once a year. Christine Moore 595-8771 [email protected]
Sunday Morning Coffee: “Coffee and Donuts” are served after the 9:00 AM Mass every Sunday. This social time provides an opportunity to welcome newcomers and to visit with fellow parishioners that perhaps we only see at Sunday Mass. Kathy Evans 466-0943 [email protected]
Lenten Fish Fry: great food and fellowship Fridays during Lent (as scheduled) from 5:00 PM-8:00 PM. Volunteers needed for setup, serving, cooking and cleanup. Tim Jerger 408-6375 [email protected]
Winter Gala:an adult evening which includes dinner, dancing and both silent and live auctions. The event is held every year around St. Valentine’s Day. Tom Dempsey 255-0888 [email protected] , Lara O’Dell 576-9590 [email protected], & Pat Sorensen 251-8483 [email protected]
Blood Drive: coordinates parish/community blood drive twice a year. Need someone – if interested contact Aaron Haag – Pastoral Associate 257-4297
Men’s Club:A social and outreach organization assisting with Parish and School needs. Men’s Club meets the 1st Thursday of each month. It is open to all Parish Men 21 years of age and older. Come be a part of our fellowship and help us make a difference with our Parish Community. For more information, contact John Zubak 317-919-2502.
Wisdom Seniors Gather: Quarterly throughout the year the elders of our parish gather to celebrate Mass together and enjoy a pot luck lunch. Check the bulletin for exact dates; Mass begins at 11:30 AM. Aaron Haag 257-4297 ext. 1004 [email protected]
Ladies’ Morning Marathon Bridge Group: meets to play on the 1st Monday of each month at 10:00 AM. Alice Cleveland 578-0002
Friday Night Bridge Marathon Group: men and women meet to play on the 2nd Friday of each month, from September through May, at 7:30 PM. Paul Kirkhoff 545-2724
Fourth of July Breakfast: brunch is served following the annual Tri-Parish Mass celebrated on July 4th at St. Matthew. Looking for some leadership – Contact Aaron Haag