WORSHIP u SERVE u EVANGELIZE 807 Havens Corners Road Gahanna, Ohio 43230 614-471-0212 • www.stmatthew.net As a community of believers who know, love, and serve Jesus Christ, we celebrate the sacramental life of the Church, proclaim the saving message of Christ, and share the love of the Lord, especially with the least, the poor, and the suffering. MASSES Weekends Saturday – 5:00 p.m. Vigil Sunday – 8:00 & 10:00 a.m., 12:00 noon & 5:00 p.m. Holy Days Please consult the bulletin or website. Weekdays Monday thru Friday, 6:30 & 8:30 a.m. Saturday – 8:30 a.m. CONFESSIONS Wednesday 7:00-7:30 a.m. Saturday 4:00-4:45 p.m. Sunday 11:00-11:45 a.m. Or by appointment SUMMER OFFICE HOURS Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. BAPTISMS All Baptism inquiries must begin by filling out a Baptism form on our website at www.stmatthew.net/baptism. For more information, please contact Katie Ryzenga at 614-557-2739 or kryzenga@ stmatthew.net. MARRIAGE Marriage preparation must begin at least 6 months before a desired wedding date. All inquiries begin on the Parish website at www.stmatthew.net/marriage. ANOINTING & VISITATION OF THE SICK Contact the Parish Office to schedule an anointing and/or to arrange a visit from our pastoral staff. PARISH CLERGY – 614-471-0212 Fr. Theodore K. Sill, Pastor Fr. Peter Asantebwana, Parochial Vicar Fr. Michael Nimocks, Retired & In Holy Service Fr. Stan Benecki, Retired & In Holy Service Deacons: Rev. Mr. Joseph Meyer Rev. Mr. Christopher Walsh PARISH STAFF – 614-471-0212 Business Manager: Leo Grimes Director of Athletics: Eileen Buzenski – 614-478-8533 Director of Music: Dawn Shininger – 614-532-0627 Facilities Superintendent: George Harvey Office & Ministry Coordinator: Michelle Dougherty Safe Environment: Michelle Lantz FAMILY LIFE OFFICE Catholic Inquiry/Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA): Jennifer Cabe – 614-532-0626, [email protected]Religious Education Coordinator: Ashley Allwein – [email protected]Family Life Coordinator: Julie Ratliff – [email protected]Baptism Coordinator: Katie Ryzenga – 614-557-2739, [email protected]Youth and Young Adult Ministry: Maggie Smith – [email protected]Marriage Formation & Stewardship Coordinator: Brooke Warren – [email protected]PARISH SCHOOL – PRE-K-GRADE 8 – 614-471-4930 www.cdstmatthew.org Principal: John Rathburn, [email protected]CHARITABLE WORKS MINISTRY – 614-471-5320 Monday-Friday, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon; Thursday, 6:00-8:00 p.m. PARISH REGISTRATION To register as a parish member, stop by the office or register online at www.stmatthew.net/online-parishioner-registration. BULLETIN DEADLINE Announcements must be submitted to Hillarie Michaels by email to [email protected] by 12:00 noon on Monday.
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WORSHIP u SERVE u EVANGELIZE
807 Havens Corners RoadGahanna, Ohio 43230
614-471-0212 • www.stmatthew.net
As a community of believers who know,
love, and serve Jesus Christ, we celebrate the
sacramental life of the Church, proclaim the
saving message of Christ, and share the love of the
BAPTISMSAll Baptism inquiries must begin by filling out a Baptism form on our website at www.stmatthew.net/baptism. For more information, please contact Katie Ryzenga at 614-557-2739 or [email protected].
MARRIAGEMarriage preparation must begin at least 6 months before a desired wedding date. All inquiries begin on the Parish website atwww.stmatthew.net/marriage.
ANOINTING & VISITATION OF THE SICKContact the Parish Office to schedule an anointing and/or to arrange a visit from our pastoral staff.
PARISH CLERGY – 614-471-0212Fr. Theodore K. Sill, PastorFr. Peter Asantebwana, Parochial VicarFr. Michael Nimocks, Retired & In Holy ServiceFr. Stan Benecki, Retired & In Holy ServiceDeacons: Rev. Mr. Joseph Meyer Rev. Mr. Christopher Walsh
PARISH STAFF – 614-471-0212Business Manager: Leo GrimesDirector of Athletics: Eileen Buzenski – 614-478-8533Director of Music: Dawn Shininger – 614-532-0627Facilities Superintendent: George HarveyOffice & Ministry Coordinator: Michelle DoughertySafe Environment: Michelle Lantz
FAMILY LIFE OFFICECatholic Inquiry/Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA):
Jennifer Cabe – 614-532-0626, [email protected] Education Coordinator:
Note: St. Matthew's fiscal year is July 1, 2021 to June 30, 2022.Contributions include offertory and parish facilities fund donations.
DISCIPLESHIPHow can I begin my Journey? It’s as simple as 1-2-3:1. Participate 1 hour per week in community prayer (Sunday Mass).2. Devote 1 hour per week volunteering in a parish ministry.3. Contribute 1 hour of weekly income (2.5%) for financial
support.WORSHIP + SERVE + EVANGELIZE
WAYS TO MAKE YOUR OFFERTORY DONATION1) Online: Go to www.stmatthew.net/giving.2) Text-to-give: Simply text the amount of your donation to 614-412-3694. (Example: For a $25 gift, text "25" to (614) 412-3694.)3) By cash or check: Mail your donation to our office or drop it in the mailbox outside the exterior office door.
We are grateful for every gift, no matter how you make it!
MASS INTENTIONS AND SCRIPTURESMONDAY, AUGUST 16 – 6:30 a.m. Gail Hirn/Linda Russell 8:30 a.m. Al Foose/Dawn ShiningerTUESDAY, AUGUST 17 – 6:30 a.m. Joseph Phong Vu/Hue Vu 8:30 a.m. Pat Ricci/Laura ThompsonWEDNESDAY, AUGUST 18 – 6:30 a.m. Louis Vinh Do/Hue Vu 8:30 a.m. Phyllis Militello/Mary Magnacca 10:30 a.m. Three Creeks – The Dominican Nuns of the Perpetual Rosary/Fr. SillTHURSDAY, AUGUST 19 – 6:30 a.m. Nora McLaughlin/Rovnak Family 8:30 a.m. Christine Barton/Kristin McSweenyFRIDAY, AUGUST 20 – 6:30 a.m. Intentions of Christian & Lori Musa/Terry Magyar 8:30 a.m. Joseph Biega/Charmaine BiegaSATURDAY, AUGUST 21 – 8:30 a.m. Don Boes/Jean Boes 5:00 p.m. Florentino Caballero/Christine DacalosSUNDAY, AUGUST 22 – 8:00 a.m. Margaret Nisky Schuetz/Vic & Marlene Elekes 10:00 a.m. Frank & Betty Everson/Family 12:00 p.m. For Saint Matthew Parishioners/Fr. Theodore K. Sill 5:00 p.m. Gail & Jose Miranda/Fr. Peter Asantebwana
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IN OUR PARISH
RETIRED PARISHIONERS – WE NEED YOU!Friends Across Time Returns for our 17th Year! Information Meeting tomorrow, Monday, August 16The popular Friends Across Time program returns to St. Matthew School for our 17th year! Students from both Mrs. Hartge’s and Mrs. Wnek’s Fourth Grade classrooms
participate. This well-established intergenerational group enables our students and older parishioners to learn from, and better appreciate, each other’s experiences through planned monthly activities during the school year.Hear the enthusiasm of two long-time participants: Carol Trapp says, “It has been quite rewarding to me. I always come home with a warm feeling.” Sue Lawhead says, “This program has enriched my life ten-fold! I receive more from the children than I would have ever imagined!”The sessions are held each month of the school year, September through May: Mrs. Hartge’s class on the first Tuesday and Mrs. Wnek’s class on the second Tuesday of each month, 9:30-10:30 a.m. in the parish’s St. Anthony Room. We need at least seventy (70) retired parishioners to be buddies with Fourth Grade students. Returning participants are encouraged to invite interested friends!In keeping with Diocesan and Parish guidelines for a safe environment, all participants must have attended Protecting God’s Children training, and have a background check, including fingerprinting. Watch the bulletin for the Protecting God’s Children training schedule, and for upcoming fingerprinting opportunities.Come to our informational meeting tomorrow, Monday, August 16 in the St. Anthony Room after the 8:30 a.m. Mass. Refreshments will be provided! Questions? Please contact Mrs. Judeen Hartge at 614-477-9678 or [email protected].
OUR NEED FOR A MOTHERBy Julie Ratliff, Family Life Office CoordinatorThe last couple of weeks have been a time of great transition here at the Ratliff home. We have moved a daughter into her first apartment; our 18-year-old son is heading to his first year of college; and another son and daughter-in-law are getting ready to welcome a baby. All of this is so good, but also has me contemplating my role as mother and grandmother. Do we ever outgrow our need for a mother?I remember my first days as a mama relying on my mom for advice on nursing, schedules, sleepless nights, and developmental milestones. As our children have grown up, I have come to also rely and count on Our Mama Mary. I do not think raising children has ever been easy. But it definitely feels like the number of dangers our children can fall into are numerous, and the anxiety parents experience greater than ever. As I have walked this path of motherhood, I have offered numerous Hail Marys, 54-day Novenas, prayers to Our Lady Undoer of Knots, and a countless number of “please help me Mary.” I have prayed over seemingly trivial events like finding a prom dress and driver license tests. I have prayed over bigger topics such as for each of them to know and accept the Love God has for them and for their hearts to be open to hearing their vocation. I do not want to paint Mary as a kind of heavenly fairy Godmother but as a Mother who is always available, listening and ready to go to the Father for us. I can honestly say Mary has never failed. We found the perfect prom dress, one that my daughter loved AND that met my husband’s and my modesty guidelines; the kids passed their driving tests even if it took 2 trips to the BMV and some prayers I continue to offer and wait. The graces I receive through her intercession have changed me, changed my heart, and increased my trust in God's timing.Jesus knew we would always need a mother and so He gave us the best mother: His.
SAINT MATTHEW CHARITABLE WORKS COLLECTION is next weekend, August 21-22, after all Masses. Your kindness is appreciated.
THE NURSERY HAS REOPENED! The nursery is open for the Sunday, 10:00 a.m. Mass only.
ROSARY FOR THE SICK & HOMEBOUND – The rosary will be said for the sick and homebound of the parish this Friday, August 20 at 2:00 p.m. in the church. All are welcome to join us every 3rd Friday of the month to pray for our loved ones.
RCIA – The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults is the process by which those who wish to join the Catholic faith community are welcomed and introduced to the beliefs and practices of the Church. If you have been thinking about exploring the Catholic faith, please contact Jennifer Cabe at 614-532-0626 or [email protected] for more details. Our next Period of Inquiry -- for those already baptized in another Christian tradition -- will begin on Sunday, August 22 at 10:00 a.m. in the St. Michael Room. Those who have never been baptized should plan to begin formation with the session starting after Easter.
DONUT SOCIAL! The next donut social is today, Sunday, August 15 in the Saint Anthony Room immediately following the 10:00 a.m. Mass. Come gather for donuts, coffee, tea or juice. Enjoy the company of old friends and welcome others into the Saint Matthew Community. The donut social is a way for our parishioners to come together and build a community in Christ; to share some laughs and make new friends. Bring the kids, grandparents, aunts and uncles, brothers and sisters. All are welcome. Hope to see you there!
HELP WANTED – We are currently seeking helpers for our new First Steps in Faith program for children ages 0-5 and their parents. This program will meet once a month at three different time sessions (Sunday mornings, Sunday afternoons, and Monday mornings). Volunteers can sign up to help at just one of those times. Helpers are needed for set up, clean up, leading activity stations, etc. Volunteers must meet Protecting God's Children guidelines. Please email Katie Ryzenga at [email protected] for more information.
PRAY FOR THOSE WHO ARE GETTING MARRIED! St. Matthew's engaged couples are the future families of our parish! Many will be on a retreat at Church of the Resurrection on Saturday, August 21 to prepare for their upcoming marriage. The Pre-Cana retreat day offers couples the opportunity to reflect on marriage, get to know other couples in the parish, and spend time in prayer. Please keep these couples in your prayers this week, that they may be a gift to each other, their families, and the world!
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WHY ST. JOSEPH?Thoughts to Ponder in this Holy Year of St. Joseph
“Saint Joseph was an ordinary sort of man on whom God relied to do great things. He did exactly what the Lord wanted him to do, in each and every event that went to make up his life. That is why Scripture praises Joseph as ‘a just man.’”
~ St. Josemaria EscrivaFrom Consecration to St. Joseph: The Wonders of our
Spiritual Father, Day 15Individuals and families are invited to consecrate themselves to St. Joseph with Fr. Calloway’s book, Consecration to St. Joseph: The Wonders of our Spiritual Father, available as an eBook or in paperback at https://www.consecrationtostjoseph.org.
HOLY HOUR FOR REPARATION, PURIFICATION AND SANCTIFICATION OF THE CHURCH Please join our clergy and fellow parishioners in the church on the Fourth Friday of the month for Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and an hour of
prayer for the universal Church. The next Holy Hour will be held Friday, August 27 at 7:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome.The Search is an innovative video series that tackles the key
questions of every human heart. In seven beautifully filmed episodes, Chris Stefanick and experts from multiple fields of science, medicine, psychology, art, and religion examine our place in the larger story of existence.Why join us?• If your faith is already solid, The Search will help you
to deepen it. If you’re feeling unsure, it’s for you, too. If you’re worried about your kids or grandkids, it’s a great series for you to share with them.
• The Search features scientists, artists, philosophers, and other people from all walks of life proclaiming how their searches for meaning in life led them to Jesus and the Gospel.
• There’s nothing quite like it in the Catholic world. The Search proclaims the Gospel in words that modern ears are ready to hear and images that modern eyes can’t help but see and remember.
Tuesdays: 9:15-10:30 a.m. (includes discussion time)Dates: August 10-September 21Cost: $6.00 for participant workbook; cash or check payable to St. Matthew the Apostle ChurchLocation: St. Raphael Room in the church undercroftTo register, contact: Lorraine Curtin at [email protected] or 614-946-7585 August 17: Who Are You? August 24: Why A God? August 31: What's Our Story? September 7: Who is Jesus? September 14: Am I Saved? September 21: Why A Church?
THE THIRD HEAVENAN INTRODUCTION TO THE EPISTLES OF SAINT PAUL: THE INSTITUTE OF CATHOLIC CULTURE STUDYAs St. Peter once wrote: "So also our beloved brother Paul wrote to you according to the wisdom given him, speaking of this as he does in all his letters. There are some things in them that are hard to understand…" (2 Pet 3:15-16). This statement is as applicable today as it was two millennia ago. While St. Paul's letters contain great "wisdom," they also contain many things "hard to understand." But there is a solution to this age-old problem and it begins with answering important historical questions. Who was St. Paul? To whom, from where, and why was he writing? In this course, we will learn the answers to these critical questions as we study, in their original historical context, the Letters of St. Paul and find therein, as countless generations have before us, ancient and invaluable "wisdom" for our Christian lives today.COURSE REQUIREMENTS & DETAILS:
Tuesdays, 9:15-10:45 a.m., Parish Library, 17 sessionsVideo presentation followed by short discussionHomework: assigned reading of Acts and Paul’s epistles Dates: Sept. 28 – Dec. 14 & Jan. 11 – Feb. 15 (no class Nov. 23 for Thanksgiving)
Course Instructor: Rev. Sebastian Carnazzo (Ph.D., Catholic University of America) has taught Sacred Scripture for many institutions, including Our Lady of Guadalupe Seminary of the Fraternity of St. Peter, St. Patrick's Seminary of the Archdiocese of San Francisco, and Christendom College. He is a frequent speaker on pilgrimages to the Holy Land.Contact Julia Hoenig for questions or to register; 614-404-6366, [email protected].
ADULT CONFIRMATION – Were you baptized into the Catholic Church as a child but did not receive the sacrament(s) of 1st Eucharist and/or Confirmation? Contact Jennifer Cabe at 614-532-0626 or [email protected] for information on how to prepare for your Sacraments of Initiation through Adult Faith Formation/RCIA.
NEED VOLUNTEER HOURS? St. Matthew School Latchkey is looking for 2-3 volunteers to assist the Latchkey Director in loading children into their parents' cars at the end of the day. The hours would be Monday-Friday each week from 4:00-5:30 p.m. The volunteers need to have taken Protecting God's Children and completed all the requirements to volunteer in the school. For more information, please contact Robin Kuhns at [email protected].
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Blood Drive St Matthew the Apostle Church
Hutta Gym 795 Havens Corners Rd.
Gahanna, OH 43230
Saturday, August 21, 2021 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
To schedule an appointment, call 1-800-RED CROSS or visit RedCrossBlood.org, sponsor code: MatthewApChurch.
If you last donated on or before June 26, you may be eligible to give.
Those who come to donate blood, platelets or plasma with the Red Cross in the Central and Southern Ohio Region May 1 through
August 31 will receive a buy-one-get-one free entry coupon to the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, white supplies last. See coupon for details.
Share the vibe. Give blood to help save lives. Download the Blood Donor App I RedCrossBlood.org I Call 1-800-RED CROSS
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INSTITUTE OF CATHOLIC CULTURE LECTURE SERIESThe Institute of Catholic Culture seeks to fulfill the Church’s call for a new evangelization by offering orthodox educational "courses" structured upon the classical liberal arts. The mission to restore the Catholic Church to her former glory begins by educating the faithful in the Church’s great inherited tradition, enabling the Christian faithful to reach out an evangelical hand to those outside the Catholic Church.For nine consecutive months, St. Matthew Parish will offer an evening lecture covering authentic Catholic history, theology, sacred scripture, literature and politics. Each topic is independent of the others, so feel free to come and go as the topics appeal. There is no cost to attend and handouts will be provided. All lectures begin at 7:00 p.m. in the St. Michael Room. Please preregister so that a seat will be reserved for you.For any questions and to register, please contact Julia Hoenig at 614-404-6366 or [email protected].
DATE TOPIC DESCRIPTION INSTRUCTOR
Wednesday, Sept. 15(1.5 hrs) Conquering the World The Story of Alexander the
Great John Pepino, Ph.D.
Tuesday, Oct. 12(1.25 hrs) God of Gods Julius Caesar & the Advent of
Christ Brendan McGuire, Ph.D.
Wednesday, Nov. 10(1.25 hrs) *bring Bible
Preparing the Way of the Lord
The Dead Sea Scrolls & the Community of the Essenes
Rev. Sebastian Carnazzo, Ph.D.
Tuesday, Dec. 14(2 hrs) Silent 400 Years Before Christ Michael Barber, Ph.D.
Wednesday, Jan. 12(1.5 hrs) Spirits of Light & Darkness A Study of Angels & Demons Peter Kreeft, Ph.D.
Tuesday, Feb. 8(1.25 hrs) Our Lady of Guadalupe The Conquest of Darkness Christopher Check
Wednesday, March 9(1.5 hrs) Fighting for Faith The Irish War of Independence Rafael Madan, J.D.
Wednesday, April 6(1.25 hrs) Hearing God’s Voice Discovering God’s Plan for Us John Cuddeback, Ph.D.
Tuesday, May 10(1.5 hrs)
Reagan, Thatcher, & The Pope The Fall of the Soviet Union Rafael Madan, J.D.
GOLDEN MUSTANGS will meet this Wednesday, August 18 at 6:00 p.m. in the St. Anthony Room. Join us for an evening of socialization and fun. Call Paul or Joan Rovnak at 614-475-4785 or email [email protected] for additional information. We hope to see you there!
LATCHKEY HIRING – St. Matthew School Latchkey is hiring for the 2021-2022 school year. The need is helping with 1st /2nd grade and 3rd/4th grade, Monday-Friday from 2:00-6:00 p.m. ideally but will consider 3 days a week. Candidates must have taken Protecting God’s Children and complete a background check. For more information, please contact Robin Kuhns at [email protected].
CHILDCARE HELP NEEDED FOR WWP – Our women’s bible study, Walking with Purpose, is in need of one more person to help with childcare on Wednesdays from 9:15 a.m. to noon. It pays $20.00 per hour and the candidate must be Protecting God’s Children certified or attend a class prior to starting. If you are interested, please contact Leslie Stephan at [email protected].
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN for the First Steps in Faith program for children ages 0-5 and their parents. The monthly First Steps in Faith gatherings will include hands-on activities for parents and children to explore together; circle time with stories, prayers, and songs; and time for parent discussion and formation while the children play and learn together. The program is designed to help children and parents come to know Jesus and the church better while also making connections with other young families in our parish. Sessions will be offered on Sunday mornings, Sunday afternoons, and Monday mornings. Go to www.stmatthew.net/first-steps-in-faith to learn more and register.
GRIEFSHARE – If you have recently lost a loved one or a close friend, please join us for the next GriefShare session. We will accompany you on your grief journey and offer you loving support and comfort. The session begins on Thursday, September 16 and runs through Thursday, December 9 (there will be no meeting on November 25, Thanksgiving). Sessions will be held from 7:00-8:30 p.m. in the St. Raphael Room. A workbook is available for use throughout the session for a one-time fee of $30.00. Please contact Mary Lager at 614-395–9099 or [email protected] with questions and to pre-register. We look forward to helping ease the pain and sorrow accompanied with your loss.
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PARISH PROJECTSAs good stewards of your generosity, the Facilities Team is pleased to provide you regular updates on St. Matthew campus projects, improvements, and on-going initiatives providing a safe, healthy, and prayerful environment.As Summer break ends this week, it is interesting to look back a year to appreciate where we are today. The pandemic had shut us down in March of 2020. The Facilities Team never took a break, immediately jumping into deep cleaning and disinfecting activities. During last summer we figured out how to open school safely by stripping down classrooms, establishing connected classrooms, eliminating movement, providing social distancing, and working out procedures from student drop-off to pick-up. One year later we are bringing everyone back to their classrooms, reopening the cafeteria and gymnasium to provide a more normal educational environment.Regular disinfecting, nightly sanitizing, limiting visitors during the school day and a prudent use of masking this year will continue our tradition of a safe place to learn. The science lab, music program, art room, athletics program, and tech lab have all been reinstated. A new math lab, Spanish program, and enhanced tutoring program will help our students grow intellectually. Opening our kitchen and cafeteria brings all our students back together to fill their social and nutritional needs.Special thanks to the Facilities Team, many volunteers, and professionals for making the school a great place to return to this year.This summer we have also managed to make significant improvements to the Rectory in anticipation of our new Seminarian. The Family Life Office (formally known as PSR) has established their new location in the church undercroft. The church nursery is back open with enhanced disinfecting procedures in place. Our church environmental systems, security, cleaning procedures, and sound system continue to receive our staff’s attention.We appreciate this opportunity to provide updates on campus activities. Please don’t hesitate to text or email suggestions on how we can better serve you. Contact George Harvey at [email protected] or text 330-904-1083. Be safe, stay healthy and God Bless.a
PUBLIC MEMORIAL MASS FOR MSGR. CARL CLAGETT – Since a Funeral Mass was not able to be held for Msgr. Carl Clagett when he died in April 2020, a Public Memorial Mass is scheduled for Saturday, September 11 at 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church (5225 Refugee Road, Columbus). A luncheon at the church will be held immediately following the service. Reservations for the luncheon are required. RSVP for the luncheon by August 22 to 614-582-0854 or [email protected]. The Mass will also be live-streamed at https://www.facebook.com/COOLColumbus/. Many of you may remember him from when he was Pastor here at St. Matthew from 1970-1975. Please pray for Msgr. Clagett. Thank you.
THE GARDEN MINISTRY invites you to help care for the flower beds around church on these upcoming dates: Tuesday from 6:00-8:00 p.m. on 8/31, 9/28; Thursday from 6:00-8:00 p.m. on 8/26; and Saturday from 9:00 a.m.-noon on 9/11, 9/18. Any skill level welcomed. Contact Denise for details at [email protected].
PRO-LIFE CORNER
Chemical abortions have been increasing since the “abortion pill” was first approved in 2000 by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This
approval was made with the restriction that the abortion pill must be ordered and dispensed by a certified “healthcare” provider. In April of this year the FDA suspended this restriction and allows the abortion pill to be purchased online. There are 26 states where this is legal, and over 70 websites to order this pill. The abortion industry sees this as a breakthrough for self-managed, or DIY, abortions.The abortion industry has been re-oriented around chemical abortions. Nearly 50% of all abortions are chemical. Over half of the Planned Parenthood clinics that operate today, offer chemical abortions only. The abortion industry claims that this is a safe and effective method, yet it is 4 times more likely to cause complications than surgical abortions. A study in Finland – where abortion data is rigorously recorded, unlike the US – showed that 20% of the mothers using chemical abortion had complications such as hemorrhaging or incomplete abortions.A chemical abortion is a gruesome process. It requires 2 pills – one to starve the child of nutrients, the second to induce contractions to deliver the dead, unborn baby. This Sunday, during the Solemnity of the Assumption, let us invoke the intercession of the Blessed Mother for an end to abortion, which is gruesome whether it is performed chemically or surgically.If you are interested in learning more about St. Matthew’s Pro-Life group, please contact Jeff Solinger at [email protected] or 614-506-2382.
LOOKING TO GET INVOLVED IN A LITURGICAL MINISTRY BUT DON’T LIKE BEING IN THE LIMELIGHT? THEN THE SACRISTAN MINISTRY IS FOR YOU & NEEDS YOUR HELP! With Covid restrictions behind us, we are looking for new (and returning) sacristans, who are registered St. Matthew parishioners, for all weekend masses. This is a wonderful way to serve our Lord in a liturgical ministry. Sacristans are scheduled approximately once a month and responsibilities include preparing the vessels for Mass and helping with clean up after Mass. Training will be provided. For more information or to volunteer, please contact Vicki Wengert at [email protected] or 614-270-2018. Thank you!
MEN’S SATURDAY MORNING GROUP – Please join us any Saturday morning (around 7:15 a.m.) in the Church undercroft this summer for some casual conversation before and after the video presentation – no RSVPs needed. Just come and enjoy spending some time with other St. Matthew men and then be ready to get on with your day when we end our morning at 8:25 a.m. for those who wish to attend the 8:30 a.m. Mass. Text/call Brian Gatch with any questions at 614-499-4836. Feel free to bring a friend too.
ATTENTION LADIES! Walking with Purpose is a women's discussion, faith-sharing, and Bible study community at St. Matthew the Apostle. This program is designed to help you develop and enjoy a deeper personal relationship with Jesus Christ. All adult women at any stage of life are welcome to join us! We are excited to announce that in-person sessions will be again be offered on Wednesday mornings (9:30 a.m.) and Thursday evenings (7:00 p.m.), beginning the week of September 27. Registration materials are in the Gathering Space.
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AROUND THE DIOCESE
CHARITABLE WORKS MINISTRY NEWSRECAP OF JULY 2021 – The St. Matthew Charitable Works Ministry provided an estimated 6,315 meals to 193 households within the Gahanna community during the month of July. Thank you for your continued support to those families who are experiencing difficult times.
2021 FOOD REQUESTS
INDIVIDUALS SERVED
EST. MEALS PROVIDED*
EOY 2020 1,622 4,108 61,620
Ist Qtr 575 1,362 20,430
2nd Qtr 571 1,304 19,560
July 193 421 6,315
Year to Date 1,339 3,087 46,305
*3 meals/day x 5 daysOur normal hours of operation are from 10:00 a.m.-noon, Monday-Friday and now 6:00-8:00 p.m. on Thursday. We are located within the PSR building (the old convent). All are welcome to visit the location to observe what we do and, if the Spirit moves you, become a part of our Ministry. You can sign up to volunteer at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040945aeaa2aa5f94-charitable.As we are approaching mid-year, the Sign-up Genius has been updated for volunteer opportunities for July to December. As a reminder, these opportunities are: Tuesday from 6:30-7:30 p.m. to make boxes for delivery the next morning (kids welcome); Thursday from 6:00-8:00 p.m. to support our pantry evening hours (kids welcome); and Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday from 10:00 a.m.-noon, to assist with general pantry activities.
PILGRIMAGE TO DAMASCUS – This is your chance to experience Catholic Youth Summer Camp – no matter your age! Serra Club of North Columbus is sponsoring a pilgrimage to Damascus Catholic Mission Campus in Centerburg, Ohio on Wednesday, September 8. Driving directly or ride-sharing from the Josephinum at 9:00 a.m. and returning by 4:30 p.m. The cost is $20. Enjoy a full tour of a vocations inspiring facility! We will celebrate Mass, meet with the camp co-director, lunch, rosary, sacred art activity and an opportunity for prayer, confession, reflection and camp adventure activities! Serra club proudly promotes and supports vocations to the priesthood, diaconate and religious life. RSVP to [email protected] by August 23.
PART-TIME CAFETERIA POSITION – Bishop Hartley has an opening for a part-time position in the cafeteria for the 2021-2022 school year. Responsibilities will include preparing and serving lunch, and clean-up. Hours are from 9:00 a.m.-1:00 or 1:30 p.m. every day that school is in session. If interested please contact Gloria Jahahn at 614-560-9466.
STALLION GOLF OUTING – We invite you to join us for the 12th annual Stallion Golf Outing on Sunday, August 22 at New Albany Links. All proceeds support Stallion Athletics. Please visit the St. Francis DeSales High School website at www.sfdstallions.org for more information and to register.
TUTORS NEEDED – Did you know that Saint Vincent Pallottiano is the patron saint of tutors and those whom they teach? You can be a saint in our community by becoming a tutor at the Dominican Learning Center (DLC), a ministry of the Dominican Sisters of Peace. The DLC is seeking tutors for English as a Second Language (ESL) and GED prep programs. As a tutor, you will be assigned a learner and meet at least once a week for a two-hour sessions You can work with your learner online, at a library near you, or at the DLC on Stewart Avenue. The DLC will supply all the training and materials. For more information, call Denise Hilliard, Director of the Dominican Learning Center, at 614-444-7330 ext. 8, or email her at [email protected].
BEWARE OF PHONY E-MAILS AND TEXTS STILL CIRCULATING – Please note that there still have been numerous phony e-mails/texts sent to unsuspecting persons (clergy, teachers, parishioners, others) from alleged priests of the Diocese requesting funds to purchase various gift cards for alleged charitable and pastoral reasons. Please be aware that there is a new scam using text messages to convey similar requests. If you receive any kind of communication, please contact the person directly to verify the authenticity of the solicitation or, at least to notify the person that a scam is underway using their identity. Thank you.
BETHESDA HEALING MINISTRY – We deliver HOPE. If you (or someone you know) is struggling from a past abortion experience, please call: 614-309-0157.
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STATIONS OF THE CROSS – Join the Knights every 4th Wednesday of the month for Stations of the Cross in the church starting at 6:30 p.m. All are welcome.
KNIGHT OF THE MONTH – Congratulations to Gus Gastaldo, Knight of the Month for August.
BOOK CLUB – There will be no book club meeting in August. Book Club will resume on September 22 at 6:30 p.m. in the Saint Michael Room. We will be discussing The Shed that Fed a Million Children – The Mary’s Meals Story by Magnus MacFarlane-Barrow. All are welcome.
WE WELCOME INTO OUR FAMILY OF FAITH the following child who was baptized on Saturday, August 7: Benjamin William Parker.
WE PRAY FOR THOSE WHO HAVE DIED: Joseph Marie Burkholder, child of Seth and Julianne Burkholder.
PILGRIMAGE TO POLAND WITH SR. PAULINA, O.P., SR. LEONARDA, O.P. & FR. DAVID SCHALK – Join this guided journey through Poland, June 8-21, 2022, which is a perfect balance of faith, history and culture. Follow in the footsteps of Pope Saint John Paul II. Visit Czestochowa, the spiritual center of Poland, where you will attend Mass at the Jasna Gora Monastery and pray in front of the Black Madonna. Hear the stories about the Franciscan friar, St. Maximilian Kolbe as well as St. Faustina, an apostle of the Divine Mercy. This custom pilgrimage is facilitated by Globus Vacations and is priced from $3,851 per person. For additional information and pricing details, please contact Lisa Janzen, Elite Travel at 614-371-7281 or [email protected].
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