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2027 Stewardship Update
as of October 19, 2026
41 pledges received totaling $235,270.00
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St. Matthew’s Fall Potluck
TONIGHT • 5:30–7:00 p.m.
Gruman Hall
Join us TONIGHT for our Fall Potluck! Come break bread with us and bring a favorite dish to share. It will be an evening of good food and good company. All are welcome, and we would love to see you there.
Questions? Reach out to Jann or Jen at youthdir@stmatthewsmadison.org
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Welcome Wine and Cheese Evening
October 22 • 5:30–7:00 p.m.
Please join the St. Matthew's Episcopal Church community as we greet newcomers and celebrate our parish community.
Enjoy wine, cheese and wonderful conversation in a relaxed and friendly setting. Non-alcoholic beverages and light snacks will also be provided.
At the Home of Chris & Beth Newlin
106 Radisson Lane, Madison, AL 35758
RSVP: bethnewlin66@icloud.com
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Altar Flower Dedications
Altar Flowers are given to the glory of God and in memory, thanksgiving, or celebration for people or events important to that day's flower donor. One dedication per Sunday is accepted; flower donations are $45. Please email Father Taylor or complete the form in the staff office hallways to sign up for a date.
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St. Matthew's “Senior” Women’s Lunch & Fellowship
October 27 • 11:30 a.m.
Calling all "Senior" Women of St. Matthew's! Join us for good food and great fellowship at our next lunch on Tuesday, October 27 at 11:30 a.m. at I Love Sushi Japanese Cuisine located at 8429 US 72. It is a wonderful chance to reconnect with old friends and welcome new ones into our church family. Please be sure to sign up in Gruman Hall by Sunday, October 25 so we can get an accurate count. For any questions, reach out to Melissa Barton at 256-230-8252 or Dee Buzby at 256-684-6949. We hope to see you there!
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St. Matthew’s
Trunk or Treat
Friday, October 30
Join us for Trunk or Treat on from 5:30–7:00 p.m.
We’ll gather in the Amy West Parking Lot. In case of inclement weather, we’ll move inside.
Want to decorate your car trunk and provide candy? Dressing up is optional! Sign up in Gruman Hall, or RSVP to Jann or Jen:
youthdir@stmatthewsmadison.org
ChristianEd1@stmatthewsmadison.org
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Intergenerational Advent Calendar Project
Sunday, November 29
Please sign up in Gruman Hall and prepay by Sunday, November 8.
Join us for a special intergenerational gathering to prepare for Advent! Families of all ages are invited to enjoy fellowship and creativity together. There will be no Children’s or Jr./Sr. High Sunday School that day.
Advent Calendar Kits: $20 per family
Include the number of family members participating so we can prepare enough supplies. No extra kits will be available on the day of the event.
Payment: Cash or check payable to St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church. Write “Advent Calendar” and your family name in the memo line. Give payment to Jen or Jann or drop it off at the church office.
You may also sponsor a $20 kit for another family!
Questions? Contact Jen Woytowich at christianed1@stmatthewsmadison.org or Jann Eich at youthdir@stmatthewsmadison.org.
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Support Our Ministries! Christian Formation Amazon Wishlists
At St. Matthew’s, we are blessed to grow in faith, build relationships, and learn together. Our Christian Formation Amazon Wishlists make it easy to support the supplies and resources that help our ministries thrive.
Explore our wishlists:
Every gift, big or small, helps create meaningful opportunities for all ages to learn, grow in faith, and experience God’s love. You can purchase an item from a wishlist or donate supplies.
It takes a village, and we are blessed by ours! Thank you for your generosity and for supporting the ministries of St. Matthew’s.
Questions? Contact Jen Woytowich at christianed1@stmatthewsmadison.org or Jann Eich at youthdir@stmatthewsmadison.org.
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EYC FALL FUN!
Tuesday, November 10
Both EYC groups are invited to join us on Tuesday, November 10, from 6:00–8:00 p.m. at St. Matthew’s for an evening of fall fun, fellowship, and time together! We’ll gather by the fire pit or in Gruman Hall. We hope to see you there!
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EYC Jr. & Sr. High
Huntsville Botanical Garden’s Galaxy of Lights
Sunday, November 15
Join us on Sunday, November 15, at 5:00 p.m. for a fun evening at the Huntsville Botanical Garden’s Galaxy of Lights! Meet at the garden entrance just before 5:00 p.m. Need tickets? Please contact Mrs. Jann.
youthdir@stmatthewsmadison.org
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October Blanket & Cold Weather Drive
October marks the beginning of the annual blanket and cold-weather gear drive for Madison County. St. Matthew’s is a collection point for the Continuum of Care for the Homeless, helping provide warm essentials to our neighbors experiencing homelessness.
Please bring donations to the white collection bin in the church breezeway. See the image to the left for a list of needed items and additional details.
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Flower Power
Are you available to help give our altar flowers a second life after Sunday mornings? We would like to put together a team to create small arrangements from the Sunday altar flowers to deliver to friends on our pastoral care list. No flower arranging experience is necessary. Volunteer help is needed after the 11:00 a.m. service on Sundays or on Monday mornings.
Contact Emily+ at rector@stmatthewsmadison.org if interested.
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Calling all veterans!
If you are a military veteran, St. Matthew’s would like to honor your service on November 8. Please complete this form OR send your full name and branch of service to Rachel Wyatt at rachel.a.wyatt@gmail.com.
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October Pet Food Drive
This October, we’re collecting bags of dry dog and cat food to support the Humane Society and local animal rescue organizations.
If you’d like to help, please bring your donation and place it in or on the small pantry cabinet in the Narthex. Every bag helps provide food and care for animals in need.
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INTERESTED IN ATTENDING DIOCESAN CONVENTION?
The Annual Diocesan Convention will be held in Birmingham from January 29-30, 2027. Churches from around the Diocese gather together to elect new officers, conduct governance, learn what is happening around the Diocese, and hear a keynote speaker. Contact Emily+ to learn more or volunteer.
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A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Kairos Volunteers
Thank you all who participated in prayer, thought,word,and deed to the just ended kairos at Limestone Correctional Facility. The cookies were outstanding, the prayer chain wrapped around the large chapel, and the presence of the agape love of Jesus Christ was felt by all the participants. A common theme was broken and hopeless to being part of the large family of Jesus. Again thank you.
Paul Marques
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Wednesday, October 21st Potluck Dinner for all! Hosted by Jen and Jann. Gruman Hall 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm. Bring a dish to share!
Sunday, October 26th: Sunday School
Friday, October 30th 5:30-7:00pm: Trunk or Treat in in Amy West parking lot. Everyone is invited to attend. Parishioners are invited to participate and decorate your trunk and provide candy! Dressing up is optional! Sign up for a spot in Gruman Hall or rsvp to Jann or Jen.
Please RSVP if your teen is attending! If you are willing to volunteer for any event, please let me know! youthdir@stmatthewsmadison.org
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Church Office Lunch Hours
Please note that the church office is closed from 12:00–1:00 p.m. daily for lunch except on Wednesday, when it is closed from 1:00–2:00 p.m. If you have donations for the food pantry or items that you need to leave at the church, you are welcome to leave them outside the front door and the staff will bring them inside when they return from lunch.
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Worship at St. Matthew’s
Sundays: 8:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.
Sunday School: 10:00 a.m.
Wednesdays: 12:00 p.m.
Nursery is available for Sunday services and Sunday school.
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