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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 

Bible Study, Wednesdays @ 6:30pm

Bible Study June 25th @ 6:30pm

As we wrap up our journey through the book of Revelation, I want to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who participated and contributed to our discussions. June 25th will be our final Bible Study session for this season, and I encourage everyone to join us for this concluding gathering. It’s a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the connections we’ve made and to reflect on what we’ve learned together.

I’m also excited to remind you that our summer Adult Formation program is just around the corner—stay tuned for more details! While Bible Study will pause until the fall, our spiritual growth doesn’t have to. I look forward to seeing you all next week and continuing our faith journey together in the future!

Reading/Homework – Please read Revelation 22 before class. I encourage you to make notes and write down questions that the reading provokes. Please also read Pheme Perkins’ commentary paragraphs.

Jenny McCombe’s Ordination
Saturday, June 28th @ 10:30am

We are thrilled to announce that Jenny McCombe will be ordained on June 28th at All Saints Cathedral in Milwaukee. This significant milestone in Jenny’s journey of faith is a testament to her dedication, hard work, and unwavering commitment. We invite all members of the congregation to join us for this joyous occasion, as Jenny’s ordination is not just a personal achievement but a moment of profound significance for our entire church family.

A sign-up sheet is available in the back of the church for those willing to provide, or those who need, carpool rides. Together, let’s make Jenny’s ordination a memorable event for all!

Acting faithfully in troubling times: A letter from Presiding Bishop

June 11, 2025

Dear people of God in The Episcopal Church:

I am writing to you from Geneva, where I am meeting with global partners at the World Council of Churches and the United Nations Refugee Agency. As we have discussed how our institutions might act faithfully and boldly in these turbulent times, I have been reflecting on how we Episcopalians can respond to what is unfolding around us as followers of the Risen Christ whose first allegiance is to the kingdom of God, not to any nation or political party.

The events of the last several days lend urgency to this spiritual challenge. Earlier this week, President Trump’s executive order banning or restricting travel from 19 countries went into effect. This order impacts countries that are home to dioceses of The Episcopal Church and many of our Anglican Communion partners, and I have written to the bishops and primates in those countries to express our concern.

The unwarranted deployment of the National Guard and U.S. Marine Corps on the streets of Los Angeles also signals a dangerous turn. As the bishops of California have written, these military deployments risk escalating the confrontations unnecessarily and set a dangerous precedent for future deployments that heighten tensions rather than resolve them. As Christians committed to strive for justice and peace among all people, we know that there is a better way.

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Letter from Presiding Bishop Sean Rowe on Episcopal Migration Ministries

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

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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.

Jenny McCombe’s Ordination, June 28th @ 10:30am
All Saints’ Cathedral, 818 E Juneau Ave, Milw
Join us on June 28th at All Saints Cathedral in Milwaukee for Jenny McCombe’s ordination.

St. Benedict’s Circle | Homelessness in Kenosha, July 8th @ 9:00am
KHDS, 3536 52nd Street, Kenosha WI
We will be meeting at KHDS for a presentation on the State of Homelessness in Kenosha.
Let me know if you have any questions. Looking forward to seeing you in July!
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Kenosha Pride, July 12th @ 12:00pm
Celebration Place at HarborPark, 5501 Ring Rd, Kenosha
Volunteers needed to represent St. Matthew’s at this year’s Kenosha Pride celebration. Whether you can help man our booth, or assist in spreading our message of inclusivity, every little bit counts! Your presence will help us affirm that everyone deserves a place at God’s table, and your participation will send a powerful message of love and acceptance

Kenosha Kingfish, July 27th @ 12:35pm
Join us on July 27th for our annual family outing to the Kenosha Kingfish baseball game.
Last year was a blast and we hope to see everyone there this year.
Bring your family, friends, neighbors – all are welcome! Get Tickets

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PASTORAL CARE COMMITTEE
Summer is here, and the Pastoral Care Committee is heating up…visits, communion, and calls, that is, to St. Matthew’s shut ins. Please contact the church office at
(262) 654-8642 or one of the members, Lynn Heller, Judy Ashley, Guida Brown, and Marc Lawrence, 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 $75.00 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: stmatts5900@gmail.com

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