ST. MATTHEW’S INVITES YOU TO WORSHIP WITH US

WELCOME TO ST. MATTHEW’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH
a historic church rooted in the Episcopal tradition, shares the love of Christ, putting faith into action through worship, prayer and outreach in the downtown community and beyond.

We invite you to join us for Mass IN PERSON and live on Facebook 

Join us at 7:30am and 11:00am every Sunday 

Principal Service Time Change

**Important Announcement for this Sunday**
Reminder that our late service now takes place at 11:00am.
The early service will continue to meet at 7:30am.

We appreciate your understanding and flexibility as we adjust our schedule to better serve our community. We look forward to seeing you this Sunday!

Bible Study, Wednesdays @ 6:30pm

Bible Study Wednesday, May 21st

Reminder: We will not meet next week, May 14th, for Bible Study!
We continue our exploration of the Apocalypse of John, also known as the Revelation to John. We will be using the commentary: The Book of Revelation (Collegeville Bible Commentary – New Testament Series No 11) by the pre-eminent New Testament scholar Pheme Perkins. Copies of the book are available for $10 in the parish office or you can pick one up an any Bible Study meeting.

Reading/Homework – Please read Revelation chapters 18-19 before class. I encourage you to make notes and write down questions that the reading provokes. Please also read Pheme Perkins’ commentary paragraphs.

Episcopal Church joins religious freedom lawsuit challenging ICE enforcement actions in churches

February 11, 2025
Office of Public Affairs

The Episcopal Church is among dozens of multifaith plaintiffs in a lawsuit challenging the U.S. government’s recent rescission of guidelines that limited immigration enforcement in sensitive areas such as churches, schools, and hospitals. The suit was filed this morning in the United States District Court for the District of Columbia by Georgetown Law’s Institute for Constitutional Advocacy and Protection.

Faith groups joining this lawsuit claim that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) actions in and around places of worship without a judicial warrant burden religious exercise in violation of the First Amendment and the Religious Freedom Restoration Act. The complaint, filed against the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, argues that these enforcement actions interfere with the plaintiffs’ ability to fulfill the religious mandate to welcome and serve immigrants.

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Sunday Worship, Sundays @ 7:30am
St. Matthew’s Church, 5900 7th Ave, Kenosha
Traditional Sunday service with Holy Eucharist and sermon

Sunday Worship, Sundays @ 11:00am
St. Matthew’s Church, 5900 7th Ave, Kenosha
Traditional Sunday service with Holy Eucharist, music, and sermon

Coffee Hour, Sundays @ 11:00am (after service)
Join us Sundays after 11:00am service for informal spiritual discussion or to simply socialize with friends! We ask for volunteers to help make sure that cookies and coffee are available. Interested in hosting coffee hour? Use the sign-up sheet in the back of the church to volunteer your time and the date(s) available.

Blessing of the Eldergarten, May 31st @ Noon
5901 4th Ave, Kenosha, WI 53140
Join us for our annual blessing of the Eldergarten service.

Soup Kitchen, May 18th @ 4:30pm
Shalom Center, 4314 39th Ave, Kenosha, WI 53144
Help us continue our partnership with the Shalom Center to feed the hungry! You will work approximately 2 hours on the 3rd Sunday of the month. As this is an ongoing mission, you can work 1 month, or every month, it’s up to you!

Kenosha Kingfish, July 27th @ TBD
Join us on July 27th for our annual family outing to the Kenosha Kingfish baseball game. More information coming soon.

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PASTORAL CARE COMMITTEE
The Pastoral Care Committee is available to provide personal visits with shut-ins from
St. Matthew’s, as well as phone calls and communion.
Please contact the church office at (262) 654-8642 or any one of the members to let the committee know about someone with a need!

GIVING WALL
Care kits provide essential items for people experiencing homelessness. Things like toiletries, nutritious food, hand warmers, first aid supplies, and clean socks and clothing can help to improve their quality of life and make their daily struggles a little easier.

We need travel-size: Deodorant, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Wash, Dental Floss, Mouthwash (alcohol-free), Lotion, Chapstick, Waterproof bags and/or backpacks, and non-perishable food like PB or Cheese Cracker Snacks, Beef Jerky, Trail Mix, or other non-perishable food, and bottled water or Gatorade.

PRAYER SHAWLS & LAP BLANKETS
If you need a prayer shawl for illness, spiritual need, comfort, celebration, or any other reason please call the office at 262-654-8642 to make arrangements. Prayer shawls and blankets are available in the cabinet at the back of the church.

ALTAR FLOWERS
Sign up to sponsor altar flowers in thanksgiving, celebration, or memory of a loved one. Donations of $50.00 are suggested. Use the flower chart in church, or contact the office.

INTERCESSIONS
Please contact the office at 262-654-8642 or email to renew your prayer request,
to submit a new prayer request, or to provide updates.

Come and seek God’s promise at St. Matthew’s Church. The members of St. Matthew’s Church extend an open invitation and warm welcome to everyone to seek and find the love of Jesus Christ.  We would love to walk our Christian journey of being disciples of Jesus with you. We believe St. Matthew’s is a place for you to grow and develop in your faith.

St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church

5900 7th Avenue,  Kenosha, WI 53140

Phone: (262) 654-8642   Fax: (262) 605-5526

Email: [email protected]

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