The Good News Newsletter is a periodic publication that provides updates on the Community of Saints Regional Catholic School. We currently distribute to over 3000 alums, families and friends. We would like to continually increase our distribution. So, if you know of any alums, families or friends of St. Matthew's who are not currently receiving The Good News, please contact us with their mailing information. The-Good-News-Fall-Winter-2025.pdf COS Students Out Pace National Average Growth in Math & Reading. A year ago, we reported impressive growth in reading skills for Community of … [Read more...] about The Good News Fall Winter 2025
St. Matt’s Hosts Free Concert Sunday, Dec. 7, 2025, at 3:00pm
St. Paul Civic Symphony Performs Free, All-Ages Concert Sunday, December 7, 2025 at 3:00 pm Church of Saint Matthew 490 Hall Avenue Saint Paul, MN 55107 Bring family and friends, young and old, for a joyous celebration of music when St. Matthew’s hosts the St. Paul Civic Symphony. Selections to be performed include: Samuel Barber - “School for Scandal” Overture Margaret Bonds - “Montgomery Variations” Arthur Bliss - Two Studies for Orchestra Igor Stravinsky - Firebird Suite (1919). The Saint Paul Civic Symphony is a nonprofit organization made up … [Read more...] about St. Matt’s Hosts Free Concert Sunday, Dec. 7, 2025, at 3:00pm
Advent & Christmas Worship Schedule 2025
Communal Reconciliation Service Sunday, November 30 – 2:00 pm Reflections on Fr. Steve Adrian's Legacy Guest Speaker: Fr. Michael Joncas Tuesday, December 2 – 6:30 pm Christmas Bake Sale, Boutique and Craft Fair Saturday, December 6 – 11:00 am to 5:30 pm Sunday, December 7 – 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Breakfast with Santa Sunday, December 7 – 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Saint Paul Civic Symphony Concert Sunday, December 7 – 3:00 pm Men’s Club Auction Wednesday, December 10 – 8:00 pm Christmas Eve Mass Wednesday, December 24 – 4:15 pm Christmas Day Mass Thursday, December 25 – 10:15 am The … [Read more...] about Advent & Christmas Worship Schedule 2025
Fr. Michael Joncas on Vatican II and Fr. Steve
Guest Speaker - Fr. Michael Joncas Tuesday, December 2, 2025 6:30 PM Church of Saint Matthew 490 Hall Avenue Saint Paul, MN 55107 You are invited to attend a talk given by Fr. Michael Joncas, at which he will reflect on Fr. Steve Adrian’s legacy and how it was shaped by Vatican II. Fr. Mike will also talk about his half century of composing liturgical music. While “On Eagle’s Wings” is Fr. Mike’s best-known work, he’s composed many other memorable hymns and acclamations. In fact, we can expect to hear some of them during his presentation. Please come and bring your friends. There is … [Read more...] about Fr. Michael Joncas on Vatican II and Fr. Steve
Men’s Club News October 2025
Hi all, The Men’s Club Board will meet at 7:30 PM on October 8 followed by the Regular Membership meeting at 8 PM. We have been asked to cover the cost for maintenance expenses related to building and grounds (parking lot & retaining wall on north end of campus). Total is $1,850. Elections at this month’s meeting. Pizza is planned for the meeting. The September meat raffles are projected to make $580. Looking forward: Meat raffles every Friday at Gallagher’s Bar, 5 pm. Come to help or come to buy. They serve a good fish dinner on Fridays! October meeting will be on the October … [Read more...] about Men’s Club News October 2025
Men’s Club News September 2025
The Men’s Club Board will meet at 7:30 PM on September 10 followed by the Regular Membership meeting at 8 PM. We have been asked to provide support to the parish youth group project on Sunday 9/21. Discussions amongst our board members are leaning for us to provide the food for the event with other volunteers doing the cooking and serving. Open for discussion at the meeting. The August meat raffles are projected to make $600. Congratulations to the Miesville Mudhens, the 2025 Minnesota Baseball Association Class A Champions. Looking forward: Meat raffles every Friday at Gallagher’s … [Read more...] about Men’s Club News September 2025
Men’s Club News August 2025
The next meeting of the Men’s Club is Wednesday, 8/13/2025. Our Board meets at 7:30 and the Regular meeting starts at 8 pm. We will have a guest from Community of Saints at the regular meeting. Our next event is this coming Sunday, 8/17/2025. Mass on the Grass at Cherokee Park. Mass starts at 10:30 am. Bring your own lawn chairs. We are providing the burgers, dogs and brats. This year, we are going to cook at church and haul them up in warmers. We’ll also have some refreshments available. Cooking starts at 8:00 if you want to help with that. Looking forward: Meat raffles every Friday at … [Read more...] about Men’s Club News August 2025
The Good News Summer 2025
The Good News Newsletter is a periodic publication that provides updates on the Community of Saints Regional Catholic School. We currently distribute to over 3000 alums, families and friends. We would like to continually increase our distribution. So, if you know of any alums, families or friends of St. Matthew's who are not currently receiving The Good News, please contact us with their mailing information. Download PDF file: The Good News Summer 2025 Community of Saints 2025 Grads: Well Prepared and Ready to Launch. Next year, graduates from COS will attend seven different high … [Read more...] about The Good News Summer 2025
Men’s Club News July 2025
The next board/regular meeting of the St. Matthew’s Men’s Club is our July 9 meeting which is the night that we take a bus to Miesville. Here are the details that went into the bulletin. I hope you can join us. It’s always a fun time. Miesville Mudhens Trip – The Men’s Club has reserved a bus to attend a Miesville Mudhens baseball game on Wednesday, July 9. The bus leaves St. Matthew’s at 6 pm, arrival in Miesville by 7 pm, game starts at 8 pm and we return after the game. Food is available for purchase at the ballpark, at King’s Place Bar & Grill, and Wiederholt’s Supper Club. Ballpark … [Read more...] about Men’s Club News July 2025
The Good News Spring 2025
The Good News Newsletter is a periodic publication that provides updates on the Community of Saints Regional Catholic School. We currently distribute to over 3000 alums, families and friends. We would like to continually increase our distribution. So, if you know of any alums, families or friends of St. Matthew's who are not currently receiving The Good News, please contact us with their mailing information. Download PDF file: The Good News Spring 2025 A Ministry That Changed Lives: Father Steve Adrian (1942-2024) – Father Steve Adrian helped launch Alums & Friends & Families … [Read more...] about The Good News Spring 2025
Volunteering with Loaves & Fishes, March 2025
Loaves & Fishes is a nonprofit organization with a mission to serve free, healthy meals to Minnesotans where the need is greatest. Loaves & Fishes has been serving free community meals from the St. Matthew Social Hall since 2006. Currently, St. Matthew hosts one of the largest free community meals for the organization. Volunteers work with a Site Coordinator to chop fruits/veggies, complete salads, and finish entrees during the Preparation/Package shift. Throughout the Service Shift, volunteers pass out meals and greet guests in drive-up or walk-up service. They also assist with … [Read more...] about Volunteering with Loaves & Fishes, March 2025
Volunteer Opportunities and Parish Needs for the week of 3-2-2025
Then I said, “Here am I. Send me!” Isaiah 6:8 Processional Cross: Beginning in Lent, we will again begin Mass with the processional cross and Book of Gospels being carried in the opening procession. If you are able to carry the processional cross at the beginning of Mass, contact Mary at 651-224-9793, or speak to a sacristan at Mass. Let us know at which Mass you would be available. Greeter: We are in need of a volunteer to serve as a greeter at the Saturday 4:15 pm Mass. Duties include welcoming those attending the Mass and offering a hymnal, worship aid and a bulletin. An excellent … [Read more...] about Volunteer Opportunities and Parish Needs for the week of 3-2-2025
Parish Administrator’s Note – March 2, 2025
Another Column on Vatican II I recently witnessed (online) a celebration of life for one of my hometown priests, Fr. Jerry Holtzman. As a boy in Mitchell, S.D., during the 1960s, I took brilliant, high-quality priest/pastors for granted. Fr. Jerry was one such. He had multiple master’s degrees and was fluent in French, German and Thai. His obituary characterized him as “a fervent believer in the reforms of Vatican II.” That’s the short name for the Second Vatican Council, which had multiple sessions from 1962-1965. (They were held at the Vatican in Rome. Councils are named after their … [Read more...] about Parish Administrator’s Note – March 2, 2025
Lent and Easter letter from Phil Grant 2-17-2025
Download letter: Lent and Easter letter from Phil Grant-2-17-2025.pdf February 17, 2025 Dear Parishioners: Lent begins soon: Ash Wednesday is March 5. To support your Lenten journey, this mailing includes the Little Black Book. The booklet contains scripture, reflection and prayer for each day of Lent. (Note that the book actually starts on Sunday, March 2.) I invite you to spend six minutes a day with these books. It’s a St. Matt’s tradition, a way to help us deepen our appreciation of Lent. We’ve included two special envelopes: one is for seasonal church decorations and flowers for … [Read more...] about Lent and Easter letter from Phil Grant 2-17-2025
Lenten and Easter Worship Schedule 2025
Download PDF flyer: 2025-Lent-Easter-Schedule Church of St. Matthew 510 Hall Avenue, Saint Paul, MN 55107 www.st-matts.org • (651) 224-9793 Here the love of Christ shall end divisions. All are welcome. Weekend Masses are celebrated on: Saturdays – 4:15 pm Sundays – 10:15 am Ash Wednesday - Wednesday, March 5 Ash and Communion Service – 7:00 am (cancelled due to storm) Ash and Communion Service – 7:00 pm Stations of the Cross All Tuesdays during Lent – 12:30 pm Fridays during Lent – 5:30 pm Saint Matthew’s Fabulous Fish Fry All Fridays during Lent 4:30 pm – 7:30 … [Read more...] about Lenten and Easter Worship Schedule 2025
News and Events February 23, 2025
Black Catholic History Mother Lange, who was born in Cuba to Haitian parents, came to the United States around 1813, settling near Baltimore. She saw that the children of immigrants needed education. She and her friend opened a free school to educate children of color. On July 2, 1829, Elizabeth and three other women made their religious vows and founded the Oblate Sisters of Providence, an order that continues today. Elizabeth took the name Sister Mary and she was known as Mother Mary since she was their foundress and first superior. The Oblate Sisters educated and provided a home for … [Read more...] about News and Events February 23, 2025
Parish Administrator’s Note – February 23, 2025
APP Report We recently had a visit from the Archdiocesan Parish Planning (APP) group. Team members Steve Karel and Phil Paquette have checked in with me regularly since I began here in 2021. Both have a strong background in parish planning and finance. The primary purpose of their visit was to see how we’re responding to our long-time pastor Fr. Steve Adrian’s death December 1. That gave Karen Thompson (trustee) and me a chance to tell our December story. Recall that in the space of three weeks, this community and its friends organized a beautiful celebration of Fr. Steve’s life. We also … [Read more...] about Parish Administrator’s Note – February 23, 2025
Volunteer Opportunities and Parish Needs for the week of 2-23-2025
Then I said, “Here am I. Send me!” Isaiah 6:8 Greeter: We are in need of a volunteer to serve as a greeter at the Saturday 4:15 pm Mass. Duties include welcoming those attending the Mass and offering a hymnal, worship aid and a bulletin. An excellent opportunity for a Confirmation candidate to serve the parish! Any student or adult who may be interested in serving the parish in this way may contact the Parish Center at 651-224-9793 or speak to a greeter or sacristan at the Saturday 4:15 pm Mass. Offertory Gifts: At each Mass, we would like two members of the congregation to carry forward … [Read more...] about Volunteer Opportunities and Parish Needs for the week of 2-23-2025
Parish Administrator’s Note – February 16, 2025
Connections, Joy, Laughter On a recent day off from work, I was online “having coffee” with friends from around the country. In the midst of talking about what’s going on nationally, my friend Betsy from Wisconsin mentioned the importance of (social) connections. Her comment came as we shared concerns about the current anti-immigrant language and actions coming out of Washington, D.C. None of us like what we’re witnessing. I shared our preliminary steps here at St. Matt’s, e.g., acquiring Red Cards, going to meetings, sharing information, and organizing. More on this topic coming … [Read more...] about Parish Administrator’s Note – February 16, 2025
Volunteer Opportunities and Parish Needs for the week of 2-16-2025
Then I said, “Here am I. Send me!” Isaiah 6:8 Receptionist: We need a volunteer to work at the Parish Center reception desk on Mondays and Tuesdays in March. Monday dates are March 3, 10, 17, and 24. Tuesday dates are March 4, 11, 18, and 25. Hours are 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. You may choose to volunteer for the whole four hours or any duration of time that works for your schedule. Duties are mainly to greet visitors to the Parish Center and to answer the phone at the reception desk. Anyone able to be of assistance on one or all of these days, please contact the Parish Center at … [Read more...] about Volunteer Opportunities and Parish Needs for the week of 2-16-2025
St. Matthew’s Youth Group Activity Saturday, February 22, 2025
We Invite Families to Join Our Next Youth Group Activity! St. Matthew's Church 510 Hall Avenue St Paul, MN 55107 Saturday, February 22, 2025 Schedule For the Evening Mass - 4:15 pm Dinner & Activity - 5:30 - 6:30 pm Feed My Starving Children – 7:00 - 8:30 pm 990 Lone Oak Rd #136, Eagan, MN 55121 Download the flyer to R.S.V.P. – Youth group flyer February 2025 … [Read more...] about St. Matthew’s Youth Group Activity Saturday, February 22, 2025
Men’s Club News February 2025
February 2025 General Meeting The February general meeting will be held at the 5-8 Club, 1741 S Robert St, West St Paul this coming Wednesday February 12th at 6pm. A meal off the menu and complimentary beverages will be provided by the Men’s Club. Winter Fest The Men’s Club will be once again selling food and drinks at this year’s Dodge Nature Center Winter Fest on Saturday February 15th from 2pm to 5pm, 1701 Charlton Street, West St. Paul, volunteers needed. Fish Fries Fish Fries will begin on Friday March 7th and run through Friday April 18th, flyers to follow soon. Meat … [Read more...] about Men’s Club News February 2025
Parish Administrator’s Note – February 9, 2025
Pray, Act, Hope “Pray as if everything depends on God. Act as if everything depends on you.” That classic saying comes to my mind these days, as I think about how we move forward in 2025. Consider just one critical moral issue: how do we treat our immigrant brothers and sisters? We pray for immigrants at Mass, and I expect most of us pray for them personally. All good. Beyond that, what actions can we take? Where can we find help? Some possibilities: Pay particular attention to news about immigration enforcement. Not all of it is legal. I’m convinced that some people want us to stop … [Read more...] about Parish Administrator’s Note – February 9, 2025
Volunteer Opportunities and Parish Needs for the week of 2-9-2025
Then I said, “Here am I. Send me!” Isaiah 6:8 Receptionist: We need a volunteer to work at the Parish Center reception desk on Mondays in March. The dates are March 3, 10, 17, and 24. Hours are 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. You may choose to volunteer for the whole four hours or any duration of time that works for your schedule. Duties are mainly to greet visitors to the Parish Center and to answer the phone at the reception desk. Anyone able to be of assistance on one or all of these days, please contact the Parish Center at 651-224-9793. Greeter: We are in need of a volunteer to serve as a greeter … [Read more...] about Volunteer Opportunities and Parish Needs for the week of 2-9-2025
Lenten Fish Fry: March 7 through April 18, 2025
36th Annual Lenten Fish Fry St. Matthew’s Social Hall 510 Hall Ave., St. Paul, MN 55107 Every Friday March 7 through Good Friday April 18 Serving Time: 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. Download flyer: 2025 Fish Fry Flyer.pdf Both dine-in and curbside pick-up options are available. Table service for dine-in, no buffet line Fish meal includes choice of fried or baked Wild Caught Alaskan Pollock, baked potato, vegetable, coleslaw, roll, dessert, coffee, milk, water. Fish meal: Adults $16 Fish meal: Children 5-12 $8 Fish meal: Under 5 free Non-fish options include coffee, milk, water and … [Read more...] about Lenten Fish Fry: March 7 through April 18, 2025
Rosary Society Meeting February 11, 2025
All women of the community are invited to the Tuesday, February 11th Rosary Society meeting, which will be held from 12:30 to 2:00 pm in the Parish Center's lower level meeting room. Come to socialize, enjoy valentine themed refreshments and activities and plan our remaining Winter and Spring activities. … [Read more...] about Rosary Society Meeting February 11, 2025
Volunteer Opportunities and Parish Needs for the week of 2-2-2025
Then I said, “Here am I. Send me!” Isaiah 6:8 Receptionist: We need a volunteer to work at the Parish Center reception desk on Mondays and Tuesdays in February and March. Monday dates are February 10, 17, 24 and March 3, 10, 17, 24. Tuesday dates are March 11,18, and 25. Hours are 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. You may choose to volunteer for the whole four hours or any duration of time that works for your schedule. Duties are mainly to greet visitors to the Parish Center and to answer the phone at the reception desk. Anyone able to be of assistance on one or all of these days, please contact the … [Read more...] about Volunteer Opportunities and Parish Needs for the week of 2-2-2025
Parish Administrator’s Note – February 2, 2025
The Common Good “Your true character is most accurately measured by how you treat those who can do nothing for you.” Mother Theresa I recently ran across this quote, and it got me to thinking about recent federal government actions, particularly those regarding immigration. Pope Francis was blunt, calling Trump’s plans for mass deportation a “disgrace”. We need hope, courage and organization to counter such a disgrace. Let us draw on Scripture, our faith, and the preaching of Fr. Steve and Fr. Thomas to give us hope and courage. As for organizing, our Parish Council has begun discussing … [Read more...] about Parish Administrator’s Note – February 2, 2025
Faith Formation News 1-26-2025
Faith Formation Classes This Week On Wednesday, January 29, all Faith Formation public school students in grades K to 10 have class in the Parish Center. Grades K to 5 are in class from 6:30 to 7:45 PM, and Grades 6 to 10 are in class from 6:45 to 7:50 PM. Parents of children preparing for sacraments, remember to turn in proof of baptism for your student if you have not already done so. We can make a copy of your document on Wednesday evening if you bring the document to the front desk in the Parish Center. If your child was baptized at another church and you do not have proof of baptism, … [Read more...] about Faith Formation News 1-26-2025
Parish Administrator’s Note – January 26, 2025
Stories I’m glad that this weekend’s Masses lead to “Soup and Stories” about Fr. Steve Adrian, our long-time pastor, mentor and friend. We had a wonderful funeral Mass for him last month. Now it’s time to celebrate his life and legacy with a shared meal and shared memories. (Downstairs in our Social Hall. All are welcome.) Stories inspire laughter, learning and love. Stories form friendships, communities and traditions. Story-telling is part of being human. Lately, I’ve heard a few friends make defeatist talk. They point to the many, real problems in the world. Some bring up the change in … [Read more...] about Parish Administrator’s Note – January 26, 2025
Volunteer Opportunities and Parish Needs for the week of 1-26-2025
Then I said, “Here am I. Send me!” Isaiah 6:8 Greeter: We are in need of a volunteer to serve as a greeter at the Saturday 4:15 pm Mass. Duties include welcoming those attending the Mass and offering a hymnal, worship aid and a bulletin. An excellent opportunity for a Confirmation candidate to serve the parish! Any student or adult who may be interested in serving the parish in this way may contact the Parish Center at 651-224-9793 or speak to a greeter or sacristan at the Saturday 4:15 pm Mass. Offertory Gifts: At each Mass, we would like two members of the congregation to carry forward … [Read more...] about Volunteer Opportunities and Parish Needs for the week of 1-26-2025
Christmas 2024 flower donations
Thank you, Saint Matthew’s families and friends, for your contributions to the 2023 Christmas environment fund. Your gifts in memory or in honor of your loved ones are greatly appreciated. Download list of flower donations (PDF): Christmas-Flower-Insert-January 26 2024.pdf IN MEMORY OF Fr. Steve Adrian, Joe, Tracy and Arlene Palermo by Carole Palermo Ted Snyder by Suzanne Snyder Ronald G. Crawford, Raymond J. Galep, Otto Motzka by Marina Crawford James and Helen Stevens by Chris and Sue Stevens George and Emma Sticha by Alan Sticha James R. Stanger Sr. by Mary Ellen … [Read more...] about Christmas 2024 flower donations
Thank You! Fr. Steve Adrian Celebration of Life 12-21-2024
Thank you to everyone who helped with Fr. Steve’s Celebration of Life on December 21, 2024. Everything came together in a short amount of time thanks to everyone’s efforts. Thank you to our amazing volunteers! Outside Volunteers: Bob Bejblik, John Del Vecchio, Dave Haley, Jack Katzmark, Tom Kegler, Dave Longbehn, Bob Pavlak, Dave Pavlak, Tony Postiglione, Lorenzo Puente, Mark Reding, Allen Schowalter, Tom Smith, St. Paul Police Reserves, Paul Storms Ushers and Greeters: Greg Baker, Vicky Baker, Joe Bieza, Tim Dalzell, Gloria Deziel, Scott Goldenstein, Anita Hottinger, Sr. Adair Lassonde, … [Read more...] about Thank You! Fr. Steve Adrian Celebration of Life 12-21-2024
A Letter from Fr. Steve Adrian’s Family
Words cannot fully express the depth of our gratitude to St. Matthew’s and Community of Saints School for the extraordinary compassion, gracious service, and unwavering support shown during Fr. Steve’s illness and passing. Every aspect of the care you provided was imbued with such love and thoughtfulness, leaving an indelible mark on our hearts that we will treasure forever. We were profoundly touched by the stories you shared, each one a beautiful testament to the life Steve lived and the joy he brought to so many. Your heartfelt sentiments, the genuine tears you shed, and the depth of your … [Read more...] about A Letter from Fr. Steve Adrian’s Family
Faith Formation News 1-19-2025
Faith Formation Late January On Wednesday, January 22, only Faith Formation students in grades 2 to 7 who are preparing for First Communion have class, and these students plus their parents should report to the church that evening, not to the Parish Center (see the First Communion Class notice below for details). All other Fatih Formation students, those NOT preparing for First Communion, do NOT have class on January 22. The following week, Wednesday, January 29, all Faith Formation public school students in grades K to 10 have class in the Parish Center. First Communion Class and Parent … [Read more...] about Faith Formation News 1-19-2025
