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
Lent and Easter
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
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
Lenten and Easter Worship Schedule 2024
Download PDF flyer: Lenten and Easter worship schedule 2024 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-February 14 Ash and Communion Service - 7:00 am Mass and Ashes - 7:00 pm Stations of the Cross Mondays during Lent - 7:00 pm Tuesdays during Lent - 12:30 pm Saint Matthew's Fabulous Fish Fry Dine-in or Take-out ALL Fridays during Lent 4:30 - 7:30 pm Communal … [Read more...] about Lenten and Easter Worship Schedule 2024
Triduum handouts 2024
Handout - Altars of Repose Triduum 2024.pdf Handout - Good Friday Triduum 2024.pdf Triduum - condensed 2024.pdf … [Read more...] about Triduum handouts 2024
A Reflection on Washing of the Feet, 3-17-2024
The tradition of the Washing of the Feet on Holy Thursday tends to make people anxious. People don’t seem to have a problem with washing another person’s feet. The problem is having their own feet washed. Even at the Last Supper, Peter says, “Lord, you will never wash my feet.” Lent is a time when we are called to acts of service and alms giving. But it’s not often that we stop to reflect on what it means to receive someone else’s act of service. It requires vulnerability, courage and grace. You have to allow your own weaknesses to be exposed. You have to say out loud that you have a need, … [Read more...] about A Reflection on Washing of the Feet, 3-17-2024
Fish Fry Fridays: February 16- March 29, 2024
35th Annual Fish Fry Fridays St. Matthew’s Social Hall 510 Hall Ave., St. Paul, MN 55107 Every Friday Feb. 16 - Good Friday Mar. 29 Serving Time: 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. Both dine-in and curbside pick-up options are available. Table service for dine-in, no buffet line Baked and/or fried wild Alaskan pollock, baked potato, vegetable, cole slaw, roll and dessert. Grilled cheese or spaghetti available as non-fish option. Beer, wine and pop available for purchase Adult meal $15 fish / $13 non-fish. Cash, check or card. Children’s meals at reduced price Dine-in: enter at Door 5 at the rear … [Read more...] about Fish Fry Fridays: February 16- March 29, 2024
Lent and Easter Schedule 2023
Click to download schedule (PDF): 2023-Lenten-Easter-Schedule Church of St. Matthew 510 Hall Avenue, Saint Paul, MN The Church of Saint Matthew invites you to join in this season of Lent and the joyous season of Easter. We welcome you come celebrate with us the resurrection of our Lord, Jesus Christ. If you desire information about us, please visit our web page www.st-matt.org or call 651.224.9793. Here the love of Christ shall end divisions. All are welcome. Weekend Masses are celebrated on: Saturdays – 4:15 pm (in-person) Sundays – 10:15 am (in-person and online) Saint Matthew’s … [Read more...] about Lent and Easter Schedule 2023
Saturday Mornings with Fr. Steve Adrian, March 11, 18, 25, 2023
During this year’s Lenten season, Fr. Steve will present a three part series on the Acts of the Apostles. The New Testament readings for weekend Masses during the Easter Season are all taken from the Acts of the Apostles. These three talks will take place on Saturday, March 11, 18 and 25 at 9:30 AM in the Church. Light refreshments will be provided. This Lenten activity is sponsored by the Rosary Society and Liturgy Committee. … [Read more...] about Saturday Mornings with Fr. Steve Adrian, March 11, 18, 25, 2023
Fish Fry Fridays: February 24 – April 7, 2023
34th Annual Fish Fry Fridays St. Matthew’s Social Hall 510 Hall Ave., St. Paul, MN 55107 Every Friday February 24 through April 7 Serving Time: 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. Both dine-in and curbside pick-up options are available. Baked and/or fried fish, baked potato, vegetable, cole slaw, roll and brownie. Grilled cheese or spaghetti available as non-fish option. Beer and wine available. Adult meal $15 fish / $13 non-fish. Cash or card. Children’s meals at reduced price Enter social hall entrance at the rear of the church. Enter curbside-to-go line off Humboldt Ave. onto Robie St. To … [Read more...] about Fish Fry Fridays: February 24 – April 7, 2023
April 12, 2022: Pray the Sorrowful Mysteries of the Rosary
The location of Tuesday’s Rosary Society gathering to pray the Sorrowful Mysteries of the Rosary has been changed to the lower level of the Parish Center. Enter through the parking lot door. The time is 6 p.m. on Tuesday, April 12, 2022. Refreshments will be available. All are invited! … [Read more...] about April 12, 2022: Pray the Sorrowful Mysteries of the Rosary
Lenten Fish Fries 2022: Indoor dining option on April 8 and 15!
On the last two Fish Fry nights of this year, April 8 and 15, St. Matthew’s will be open for INDOOR DINING and drive-up-to-go. St. Matthew's 33rd Annual Lenten Fish Fry Every Friday, March 4 through April 15, 2022 Serving Time: 4:30-7:30 p.m. Baked and/or fried fish, potato, vegetable, cole slaw, roll and dessert. Grilled cheese or spaghetti available as non-fish option Meals are $13 each • Credit cards accepted Please enter order lines off of Humboldt Ave. onto Robie St. St. Paul Maps address is 497 Humboldt Ave. 55107 A safe way to enjoy a delicious, affordable meal! Sponsored by … [Read more...] about Lenten Fish Fries 2022: Indoor dining option on April 8 and 15!
Lenten Fish Fries 2022
On the last two Fish Fry nights of this year, April 8 and 15, St. Matthew’s will be open for INDOOR DINING and drive-up-to-go. St. Matthew's 33rd Annual Lenten Fish Fry Every Friday, March 4 through April 15, 2022 Serving Time: 4:30-7:30 p.m. Baked and/or fried fish, potato, vegetable, cole slaw, roll and dessert. Grilled cheese or spaghetti available as non-fish option Meals are $13 each • Credit cards accepted Please enter order lines off of Humboldt Ave. onto Robie St. St. Paul Maps address is 497 Humboldt Ave. 55107 A safe way to enjoy a delicious, affordable meal! Sponsored by … [Read more...] about Lenten Fish Fries 2022
Palm Sunday Blessed Palms 3/28/2021
Blessed Palms: If you are unable to attend the In-Person mass for Palm Sunday, Blest Palms will be distributed in front of the church after the airing of the Streamed mass, Sunday March 28th. Distribution of palms will begin at 11:30 on Hall Ave. If you are unable to travel to the church, call the Parish Center and leave your name and address. Palms will be delivered to your home. … [Read more...] about Palm Sunday Blessed Palms 3/28/2021
Stations of the Cross at the Church of Saint Matthew
https://youtu.be/OnFygCylNiM Stations of the Cross Also known as The Way of the Cross* Song: At the Cross Her Station Keeping (additional verse sung after each station) At the cross her station keeping, stood the mournful Mother weeping. Close to Jesus to the last. In her heart His sorrow sharing, all His bitter anguish bearing, now at length the sword had passed. Preparatory Prayer In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. To you, eternal Father, we now offer this tribute of our worship in a spirit of humility and with a contrite heart. May it … [Read more...] about Stations of the Cross at the Church of Saint Matthew
Lenten Fish Fries 2021
St. Matthew's 32nd Drive Up to Go Annual Lenten Fish Fries Every Friday, February 19 through April 2, 2021 Serving Time: 4:30-7:30 p.m. Baked and/or fried fish, potato, vegetable, coleslaw, roll, and dessert. Grilled cheese or spaghetti available as a non-fish option Meals are $10 each. Credit cards accepted Orders are taken on Hall Avenue in front of the church or at the social hall entrance at the rear of the church. How does the Fish Fry 'DRIVE-UP TO-GO' work? Orders are taken at the parking area in the front of the church on Hall Avenue or at the social hall entrance at the … [Read more...] about Lenten Fish Fries 2021
Litany in Time of Need
Archbishop Bernard Hebda asks that the students from every Catholic school in the twelve-county territory of the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis and the faithful set aside time every day, wherever they may be, to join together in offering the “Litany in Time of Need.” Please join us by tuning in to Relevant Radio 1330am, relevantradio.com, or the Relevant Radio App, where the litany will be broadcast each day at 11:05 a.m. Details of the "Litany in Time of Need" intercessory prayer initiative are here: Invoking the Powerful Intercession of the Saints with Archbishop … [Read more...] about Litany in Time of Need
Lenten Fish Fry drive-ups canceled for April 3 and 10, 2020
Changes due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak: The Men’s Club has decided to cancel the last two Fish Fries (April 3 and 10), especially in light of Governor Walz’s "stay at home" order. A great big thanks to all those who ate fish at St Matt’s during these five weeks and to all the dedicated workers. … [Read more...] about Lenten Fish Fry drive-ups canceled for April 3 and 10, 2020
Stations of the Cross 3-16-2020
Stations of the Cross Also known as The Way of the Cross* Song: At the Cross Her Station Keeping (additional verse sung after each station) At the cross her station keeping, stood the mournful Mother weeping. Close to Jesus to the last. In her heart His sorrow sharing, all His bitter anguish bearing, now at length the sword had passed. Preparatory Prayer In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. To you, eternal Father, we now offer this tribute of our worship in a spirit of humility and with a contrite heart. May it redound to your honor and … [Read more...] about Stations of the Cross 3-16-2020
St. Matthew’s 31st Annual Lenten Fish Fries Continue!
Changes due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak: On March 20 & March 27 will be doing Drive-up only, no Dine-in service. Pick up on Hall Ave. in front of the church and at the Social Hall entrance at the back of the church. Serving Time: 4:30-7:30 p.m. Baked and fried wild caught Alaskan Pollock, baked potato, vegetable, coleslaw, and dessert. Grilled cheese and spaghetti available as non-fish option $10 per meal Credit cards accepted Dining on April 3 and April 10 will be determined by what happens through March 31. Sponsored by the St. Matthew’s Men’s Club … [Read more...] about St. Matthew’s 31st Annual Lenten Fish Fries Continue!
Lenten Fish Fries 2020
St. Matthew's 31st Annual "All You Care To Eat" Lenten Fish Fries Every Friday, February 28 through April 10, 2020 Serving Time: 4:30-7:30 p.m. · Baked and fried wild caught Alaskan Pollock, baked potato, vegetable, cole slaw, roll, beverage and dessert. Grilled cheese and spaghetti available as non-fish option. Adults $12 • Seniors $11 • Age 6-12 $6 • Under 6 FREE Credit cards accepted TABLE SERVICE – No waiting in a buffet line! Beer, wine and pop available for purchase $1 off for drive-up to-go orders on Hall Ave. There is a special menu and pricing on Good Friday … [Read more...] about Lenten Fish Fries 2020
90 Days of Lent and Easter 2020
We invite you to the Church of Saint Matthew for liturgies, sacraments, devotions, scripture study and fish fries during this season of reconciliation, hope and joy. Bookmark this page or download the flyer. Download St. Matthew 90 Days of Lent and Easter schedule (PDF document) LENT Ash Wednesday Masses Wednesday Feb 26 8:00am & 7:00pm Church Fish Fry Fridays Each Friday Feb 28 thru Apr 10 4:30-7:00pm Social Hall Weekend liturgies Sat, Sun Feb 29 thru Apr 5 4:15pm, … [Read more...] about 90 Days of Lent and Easter 2020
Fabulous Fish Fries 2019
The Saint Matthew’s Men’s Club and our co-sponsors, The Saint Matthew’s Rosary Society, Community of Saints Regional Catholic School, Girl Scout Troop 54692, Scouts BSA Troop for Boys #288, Scouts BSA Troop for Girls #7091 and Casa Guadalupana, would like to thank all the volunteers who helped make this year’s fish fry a huge success. A huge thank you to all of our customers that purchased our meals. We’ll do it all again starting on 2/28/2020. All the proceeds from the Good Friday sales, $2,790, have been donated to Saint Matthew's parish. Congratulations to the Fish Fry raffle winner: … [Read more...] about Fabulous Fish Fries 2019
Good Friday Lenten Fish Fry 2019
St. Matthew's 30th Annual Lenten Fish Fries Last call! Friday, April 19, 2019 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm St. Matthew's Social Hall 510 Hall Ave, St. Paul, MN 55107 TABLE SERVICE: No waiting in a buffet line! Drive up lane for to-go orders on Hall Ave. Special Good Friday "Fish and Chips" pricing and menu: Adults: $9.00 Children: (6-12) $5.00 Under 6: Free Additional order of fish filets: Add $3.00 Good Friday Main Menu baked or fried fish (4-5 filets) tater tots & coleslaw brownie milk, water or coffee Non-fish options: grilled cheese or … [Read more...] about Good Friday Lenten Fish Fry 2019
Lenten Enchilada Dinners at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church 2019
Please join us for authentic Mexican Enchilada Lenten dinners on Fridays, March 8th through April 12th, 2019, (not Good Friday) from 11:30am – 6:30pm. Enjoy time with family and friends (eat in) or order as “take-out”. Large plate $10.00, small plate $8.00. Enchiladas also sold “to-go” (by the dozen for $20.00) Come and taste the “Mexican Experience”! All welcome. Credit cards now accepted. OLG Church, 401 Concord Street, St. Paul 55107 651-228-0506 … [Read more...] about Lenten Enchilada Dinners at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church 2019
Lenten Fish Fries 2019
April 19 is our last Lenten Fish Fry for 2019! Click here for special "Fish and Chips" pricing and menu. Note that “All You Care to Eat” pricing was for March 8 - April 12 only. Every Friday during Lent: March 8 through April 19, 2019 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm St. Matthew's Social Hall 510 Hall Ave, St. Paul, MN 55107 TABLE SERVICE: No waiting in a buffet line! Drive up lane for to-go orders on Hall Ave. "All You Care to Eat" pricing and menu, March 8 - April 12 only (does not include Good Friday): Adults: $12 Seniors: $11 Children ages 6-12: $6 Children under 6: free How does … [Read more...] about Lenten Fish Fries 2019
Lent, Holy Week and Easter 2019
Lent 2019 Download full Lenten schedule (PDF file): Lent at St Matthew 2019-r Weekend Masses are celebrated on Saturdays at 4:15 p.m. & Sundays at 10:15 a.m. Weekday Masses are Monday, Tuesday & Friday at 8:00 a.m. Wednesday: Sacred Scripture/Communion Service at 8:00 a.m. Ash Wednesday March 6, 8:00 a.m. Communion Service & 7:00 p.m. Mass Community of Saints Regional Catholic School: 9:10 a.m. Stations of the Cross Mondays, March 11 - April 15, 6:30 p.m. Fish Fries Fridays, March 8 – April 19, 4:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. More info Sacrament of … [Read more...] about Lent, Holy Week and Easter 2019
Lenten Fish Fries 2018
St. Matthew's Lenten Fish Fries at the Church of St. Matthew Fridays During Lent February 16, 2018 through March 30, 2018 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm Adults $11.00 • Seniors $10.00 • Children 5 -12 $6.00 Children under 5 free with paid adult. Special pricing for Good Friday Fish Fry, March 30: Adults $8.00 • Children 5 -12 $5.00 Extra serving of fish available for $3.00. Children under 5 free with paid adult. Take Out Available. Menu Baked or Fried Fish Baked Potato Cole Slaw Vegetable Beverage Dessert Children’s Option Available: grilled cheese sandwiches – includes all the … [Read more...] about Lenten Fish Fries 2018
Lent and Easter Schedule 2018
Click to download flyer: Lenten Schedule 2018 Click to download flyer: Holy Week Schedule 2018 Church of St. Matthew 510 Hall Avenue, Saint Paul, MN The Church of Saint Matthew invites you to join them in this season of Lent and the joyous season of Easter. We welcome you come celebrate with us the resurrection of our Lord, Jesus Christ. If you desire information about us, please visit our web page www.st-matt.org or call 651.224.9793. Season of Lent Ash Wednesday, February 14 - 8:00 a.m. & 7:00 p.m. Mass Ash Wednesday, February 14 - 9:30 a.m. Community of Saint Regional … [Read more...] about Lent and Easter Schedule 2018
