Together with the universal Church, we mourn the death of Pope Francis. We invite you to join us tonight as we pray for his eternal rest.
Monday, April 21, 7-8 pm
The church will be open for private prayer with a Rosary starting at 7:50 pm at the main campus.
Experience the depth of God’s mercy this Easter season
We invite all parishioners to join us in praying the Divine Mercy Novena, a powerful devotion given by Jesus to St. Faustina, which begins on Good Friday (April 18) and ends on Divine Mercy Sunday (April 27). This novena prepares our hearts to receive the fullness of God’s mercy and to offer that mercy to others.
Each day of the novena includes a special intention and the Chaplet of Divine Mercy. Whether you pray individually, with your family, or with a small group, this is a beautiful way to enter more deeply into the mystery of Christ’s Passion, death, and Resurrection.
To culminate this sacred time, join us for a Holy Hour in honor of the Divine Mercy on Sunday, April 27 at 3:00 pm – the Hour of Mercy, in the church. We will gather before the Blessed Sacrament to pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy, offer silent reflection, and unite in prayer as a community of faith.
Jesus said to St. Faustina:
“At three o’clock, implore My mercy, especially for sinners; and, if only for a brief moment, immerse yourself in My Passion.” (Diary of St. Faustina, 1320)
You can find daily prayers and instructions on how to pray the novena on formed.org (free for parishioners), St. Matthew YouTube Channel (videos coming soon), or visit the front desk or welcome desk in the narthex for a red brochure.
Let us come together as a parish to reflect on the boundless mercy of God and be transformed by His love.
Jesus, I trust in You!
Please join us for our next Parish Children’s Mass as we celebrate Divine Mercy Sunday! We welcome all parishioners to come and celebrate Divine Mercy Sunday with ice cream sundaes after the 10:45 am Mass on the main campus.
Children in third to fifth grade are welcome to serve as lectors, greeters and gift bearers as we celebrate Mass at the Main Campus. Children in third grade or older are also invited to participate in our Children’s Choir, which sings at each monthly Children’s Mass. After Mass, we invite you and your family to come together for Family Sunday.
If you are not receiving the monthly signup emails and would like your child to participate, please email Michelle Lyberg at mlyberg@stmatthewcatholic.org.
As an option to school year programming, open to middle school youth beginning or in the process of completing the INVITED topics. Each topic is offered in a three-day intensive at our Waxhaw campus.
| WEEK ONE (July 22 to 24) | WEEK TWO (July 29 to 31) |
|---|---|
| 9:30 am to noon Sacraments, Morality or Trinity | 9:30 am to noon Revelation, The Church or Jesus Christ |
| 5:30 to 7 pm Revelation, The Church or Jesus Christ | 5:30 to 7 pm Sacraments, Morality or Trinity |
Registration for rising 7th or 8th grade youth opens on Sunday, Mar. 16 at 3 pm through the button link below. Registration for rising 6th grade youth opens on Wednesday, Mar. 19 at 8 am. Visit our Summer Invited webpage for more details and registration link.
The 2025 Diocesan Support Appeal (DSA), themed Reflecting God’s Light, provides essential funding for over 50 ministries and programs that help fulfill our mission to grow as a community of praise, worship, and service in the Piedmont and western North Carolina. Bishop Martin invites us to prayerfully consider a “stretch” gift to the DSA, serving Christ by supporting thousands of Catholics in our diocese. To contribute online, visit www.charlottediocese.org/dsa and select “Saint Matthew” as your parish to ensure your gift counts toward our parish goal.
St. Matthew parish offers scholarship opportunities for high school seniors or adults continuing their education! Deadline to apply for either scholarship is April 15, 2025.
JOURNEY OF FAITH SCHOLARSHIP: Two $5000 Scholarships will be awarded. Adults and high school seniors may apply.
ADULTS: Registered St. Matthew parishioner; active in parish ministry; pursuing a degree and career in teaching, youth ministry, health care, military, religious vocations or social work.
SENIORS: Registered St. Matthew parishioner; active in youth ministry programs or serving as a Faith Formation volunteer; pursuing a degree and career in teaching, youth ministry, health care, military, religious vocations or social work.
TEEN STEWARDSHIP SCHOLARSHIP: $1000 Scholarship will be awarded.
Registered parishioner of St. Matthew, high school junior and senior applicant who demonstrates Catholic stewardship in their life, and who has completed a service project for a parish ministry or local community.
Our parish community thrives when everyone shares their gifts in service to the Church. We invite you to consider serving in one of our liturgical ministries! Whether you have a warm smile to welcome others as a greeter or host (usher), a deep love for the Eucharist as an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion (EMHC), a calling to proclaim God’s Word as a lector, or a heart for reverent preparation as a sacristan, your service makes a difference. We also need altar servers to assist at Mass, choir members to lift voices in praise, and parishioners to serve in our production ministry to enhance our liturgies. Join us in making our worship beautiful and welcoming. Your parish family needs you! Please follow the links below to visit the individual ministry pages.
Need Help Finding a Place to Serve?
Do you want to be involved at St. Matthew but aren’t sure where you best fit? We would love to talk to you! Take a minute to fill out the form below to get started or contact Rossana Alvarez, at ralvarez@stmatthewcatholic.org.
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Vacation Bible School 2025 – True North
June 23-27, 2025 from 9 am to Noon
Main Campus
Take kids on the ultimate Alaskan adventure where the northern lights shine over majestic mountains, racing rivers, and sparkling glaciers. As they trek the tundra, they’ll discover how easy it is to lose sight of what’s true in our wild world today. Guiding them towards Jesus, True North VBS reveals that He is a faithful friend we can always trust. He’s our True North!
Registration links will appear on the VBS website on Monday, Feb. 3. Registration will go live on Feb. 9 at 3 pm.
Being an altar server is a wonderful way for children to actively participate in the Mass. Any child in grades 5 through 12 who has made their First Communion is eligible to serve.
Training will be offered on the following dates. Your child is required to attend one of the sessions listed below. Registration is required, all session are held in the main campus sanctuary:
New to volunteering at St. Matthew? Please read our Safe Environment Policy.
