We are replacing our current Gather Comprehensive 2nd Edition hymnals (published in 2004) with new Gather IV hymnals. Not only does this hymnal include many of the “greatest hits” of the past 18 years, it also has a current Order of the Mass that reflects liturgical language changes instituted back in 2011. If you would like to honor people in your life by dedicating a new hymnal to them, you now have that opportunity with a special nameplate placed inside the front cover. The recommended donation is $20, which will be used to defray the cost of the hymnals. Many thanks to those who’ve … [Read more...] about Order form for new hymnal dedication bookplates
Memorials and Dedications
The sounds and sights of St. Matt’s: two ways to memorialize
We now offer two ways to memorialize or honor a special person or event. We continue to offer the opportunity to have the church bells ring one day in memory or in honor of someone special. Now, you may also have the sanctuary lamp in the church or chapel burn for a week in memory or in honor of someone you would like to remember in a special way. Contact Linda Rivera at the parish office if you would like to schedule a day to ring the bells, or a week to burn the sanctuary lamp for your special memory or event. … [Read more...] about The sounds and sights of St. Matt’s: two ways to memorialize
