
HIGHLIGHTS
HIGHLIGHTS
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EVENTS
Find out what we're doing in and with the community!
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Classes thru the LiVE Project,
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SOUP AND SOUL CARE
Wednesdays in February, 6-7:15pm
all are invited, no RSVP needed
We will eat together, read some Scripture, process life, and pray for each other. It’s not a program. No fancy handouts or theme. Just an opportunity to let the Spirit minister to our souls so that we can keep showing up—for our families, our neighbors, our community and ourselves. If someone brings a guitar we might sing, if someone shows up with a poem, article or information If you are feeling weary, come and be nourished. If you are feeling strong or passionate, show up for others who need to borrow some of your strength.
SMART TEAM EVENTS for Black History Month
Emerging Voices author panel​
Thursday, Feb 20 6-8:30​
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Black Art Takeover
Northwest African American Museum
Thursday, Feb 20 11am-4pm​​​​
Emerging Voices: Kathya Alexander, Chardonnay Beaver and Luther Hughes are award winning authors and storytellers that write from their unique lived experiences. They have captivated audiences through poetry, fiction and nonfiction storytelling and will share their journey in the literary world. Discuss their latest projects and hear about how their work helps offer personal and cultural healing and gives rise to social transformation. Black Art Takeover: The Black Art Takeover is NAAM’s effort to create space and a spotlight for artists who make sure the power and emotion of Black stories is captured, seen, and celebrated - while ensuring the community can connect with these amazing creators and support their work. Contact Marissa if you are interested in attending one of both of these events.
FAMILY MEETING
All families with children in Pre-K through 5th grade are invited for a lunch of sandwiches and conversation about what you envision for Family Ministries at St. Matthew's. Your feedback will shape what this spring and summer will look like as we design events, activities, and resources for families and children! If you are planning to attend, fill out the form.
MARDI GRAS
March 4,
5-7pm
Get ready to celebrate! We'll enjoy homemade pancakes, Bingo, and the infamous "bundtcake bake-off!" More details coming soon!
ELEMENTARY RETREAT
Grades K-6th
Friday-Saturday, March 14-15
$65 youth/$45 adult,
scholarships available
For children K-6th and their families to experience the love of God in a camp setting! These fun-filled 24 hours include sleeping in a cabin, meals in the dining hall, craft creation, and a campfire worship! This one night retreat is $65 for each youth and $45 for each adult. Mark will let everyone know when registration opens.
SMART TEAM EVENTS:
REMOVED BY FORCE
A documentary on the unlawful evictions of Japanese Americans in Hawai`i during World War II. This film was written by Puget Sound Alumnus William Kaneko, and he and the film’s director will host a Q&A session after the screening. The event is in commemoration of Japanese American Day of Remembrance
TRANSITIONS
Saturday, Feb 22, 9am​​
What would it look like for us to help others by asking more questions? We’ll discuss Emily Freeman’s podcast episode where she speaks about the importance of finding people who will listen to us when we are dealing with a life change and transition. She also speaks about the importance of us being good listeners to others who are experiencing their own life changes and transitions. So Emily offers an intriguing possibility - instead of offering advice, or sharing our experiences, what if we just asked them questions? In a world filled with influencers making a lot of money dispensing advice, what would it look like for us to help others and strengthen our community bonds by asking more questions? If you’re feeling stuck, confused, hesitant, or overwhelmed today, maybe it will help to ask and answer the second question. We can talk about the podcast and whatever else is going on in your life transitions when we meet. Meeting ID: 825 6842 1317 | Passcode: 683842
CONGREGATIONAL PROJECT: TABLERUNNERS FOR THE SYNOD
Our entire congregation, yes including Kids Church and Youth Groups, will have the opportunity to help create some table runners for the May Synod Assembly. No special skills or tools will be needed. You don't need to know how to sew or draw or or need to bring any special equipment. But we need some volunteers who might be willing to help assist fellow congregation members as needed, during the 8:30am and 10:30am worship services on March 2nd. If this sounds like fun, please contact Marissa Singleton for more information
ORDINATION AND INSTALLATION OF BOBBI CYR at LUTHER'S TABLE
Ordination
St Matthew's
Saturday, March 8, 2pm
Installation
Luther's Table
Sunday , March 9, 2pm​
Says Bobbi: "It is with a heart full of joy and gratitude that I invite you to join me for two special celebrations that mark an incredible milestone in my journey of faith and ministry. Over the past five years, you have been my home, my support, and my inspiration. You’ve prayed with me, encouraged me, and walked alongside me through seminary, candidacy, and my call to ordained ministry. I couldn’t have gotten to this moment without you. Now, I invite you to join me as we celebrate my Ordination as a Deacon and my Installation as the Mission Developer at Luther’s Table"
SPRING YOUTH RETREAT
Pack your bags and get ready for an epic weekend full of fun, friends, and faith! Join us at the Youth Spring Retreat, where middle and high school youth (and your friends!) will: + Play games that’ll have you laughing until your sides hurt + Chill and share stories + Grow in faith and friendship + Get creative with fun activities + Explore the outdoors and enjoy the beautiful scenery Bring your friends—fun is better together!
LiVE Project: Classes
LiVE (rhymes with "give") is a program from the ELCA that helps people better understand and appreciate their place in God's world. St. Matthews has joined this program and purchased a yearly subscription so anyone in our congregation can be part of any and all LiVE offerings for free.
More information at the website.
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​Use the following St. Matthew’s Bundle Code: LIVEBUNDLE2024 for free registration for all courses!
Learning Love: Lenten Journey with bell hooks
Thursdays, 7-8:30 pm, Mar 6 - Apr 10,
Register
bell hooks explores the transformative power of love through a commitment to personal growth, justice, and self-awareness. Come and deepen our calling to love as we explore her writing together.
Church & Creation: a retreat
Saturday, April 5, 2025
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Register
How is God’s creation calling your church into a more expansive identity? Grounded in God’s call to new creation in the book of Revelation, we’ll explore the sacramental nature of the world and how we participate in it.
Regular Weekly Events
Sundays, 8:30-9:30 am
St Matthew's Traditional Service
Sundays, 11:30 am
Grace Lutheran Chinese Worship
2nd Sundays, 1-3 pm
Confirmation Class
Mondays, 7 pm
AA Women's Only Meeting
Thursdays, 3-4 pm
Afterschool Program
Sundays, 10-11 am
St Matthew's Contemporary Service
Sundays, 3 pm
Mt. Moriah Seattle Church
1st and 3rd Sundays, 5-7 pm
Youth Group
Thursdays, 1-2 pm
Bible Study and Fellowship
Thursdays, 7 pm
AA Open Meeting
OFFICE HOURS
Monday - Thursday
10:00am - 4:00pm
Closed Fridays and Saturdays
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CONTACT INFO
1700 Edmonds Ave NE
Renton, WA 98056
(425) 226-2420
connect@stmatthewsrenton.org
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Northwest Washington Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America (ELCA)