The Matthian Newsletter

Published: 12 July 2020

We’re Still Here

Volume 4, Issue 2: Sunday, July 12, 2020

Masses have resumed and the Church is still alive and well.
Some ministries have resumed and we are adjusting to virtual meetings.
Welcome to the latest issue of The Matthian.
A nod to the founding members of the parish community, utilizing a new way to communicate and stay in touch.

All Are Welcome at Mass!

A new page on the parish website has been created for COVID-19 updates. Please check frequently to stay up to date. https://www.stmatthiasparish.org/covid-19-updates/
Click here to read more.

St. Matthias 10:30 am Mass will be Live streamed on YouTube

NEW: St. Matthias’ 10:30 am Sunday Mass will be live streamed. We have established a YouTube channel for parishioners to access this Mass each weekend. Click here to learn more.

Scripture Reflection – The Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

No doubt you are familiar with the adages, “Actions speak louder than words,” or, “Sticks and stones may break my bones but words will never hurt me.”  Those sentiments may be true enough.  But a poet once wrote, “What a curious power words have.”  Words matter. Click here to read more. 

Subscribe to the St. Matthias Bulletin

Due to the restrictions in place because of the global pandemic, all worship aids were removed from Church except the weekly bulletin. This now contains the readings for Sunday Mass, prayer requests and Mass Intentions. You can receive this resource to your email inbox by subscribing or at Mass. Subscribe to the bulletin by clicking here https://ebulletins.jspaluch.com/#/

Faith Formation Ideas for Families
For Parents:
* Bible Study: Our Breaking Open the Word group for parents is ongoing. If you would like to join, please email Sabrina. We are meeting on Wednesdays at 3:30 pm. Click here to read more. For Families with Children:
Check out St. Matthias’ Pinterest Page for faith formation ideas for families for the month of July. https://www.pinterest.com/smff2013/july-family-faith-ideas/

Peninsula Multifaith Coalition: An Interfaith Discussion about Race

Dear PMC Friends,
Talking about Racism is difficult for many people. Working to end racism in our institutions and systems is even harder.  At times we feel alone and discouraged. As a partner in the PMC, we know that sharing and working together is powerful.  We get so much accomplished together.
The PMC is facilitating an event called, “An Interfaith Discussion About Racism” on Monday, August 3rd at 7:00 pm. Here is the Flyer.
This event will be an important avenue to listen to people talking about racism and to share how we have been working for justice for all people.
THIS EVENT IS OPEN TO ALL PEOPLE, not just us in the PMC.   Please share this flyer with your congregants, friends, family and neighbors.   This is a unique opportunity to discuss race in an interfaith environment.
Pastor Connie Winter-Eulberg,
President of the Board of the Peninsula Multifaith Coalition

BACAR Hosts a Conversation About Race

BACAR, the Bay Area Conference of Associates and Religious is hosting a conversation about race on Wednesday, August 5th at 10:00 am. Click here to read more. 
The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops have reminded all people to good will to pray for an end to the pandemic of racism in our country and world. Prayer to Overcome Racism

St. Matthias Preschool Update

Like many private schools in the Archdiocese of San Francisco, St. Matthias Preschool has been negatively impacted by the public health crisis caused by COVID-19. The Preschool has been closed since March 12, 2020. Starting on April 1st and continuing through June 26th, the end of the school year, a distance learning model was implemented. Many parents withdrew their children, but expressed interest in returning to the Preschool once its door could reopen. Click here to read more.

Thank you for your continued support!
With the COVID-19 pandemic impacting everyday life, St. Matthias Parish would like to thank everyone for their continued support, both spiritual and financially. As we adapt to these unprecedented times, we are committed to serve our community as best we can. Please remember to check our website www.stmatthiasparish.org for updates.

The Matthian Newsletter

Published: 5 July 2020

We’re Still Here

Volume 4, Issue 1: Sunday, July 5, 2020

Masses have resumed and the Church is still alive and well.
Some ministries have resumed and we are adjusting to virtual meetings.
Welcome to the latest issue of The Matthian.
A nod to the founding members of the parish community, utilizing a new way to communicate and stay in touch.

All Are Welcome at Mass!

NEW: As of July 1st, Governor Newsom has ordered that “houses of worship” discontinue singing. We will continue to have instrumental music, but no one will be singing. “Activities such as singing and chanting negate the risk reduction achieved through six feet of physical distancing,” the state said in its new guidelines.

When you arrive to Church, a member of our staff will greet you at one of the double doors. There are baskets at both entrances for your donations (thank you!) We will direct you to a pew. Pews are numbered and every other pew is blocked off to maintain the mandatory 6 ft. of physical distance between households. Masks are required. Eucharistic Ministers will bring Communion to you. At the end of Mass, we ask that you exit quickly as we have cleaning protocols to begin. If you would like to volunteer to help us with the end of Mass cleaning, please speak to Sabrina, Lisa, Deacon David or Deacon Rich. We welcome your assistance!

REMINDER: The dispensation from attending Mass on Sundays and Holy Days of Obligation remains in effect. Those who are 50+ years old or have a pre-existing health condition that makes you more vulnerable to infection should stay home.

Those who have already completed the Informed Consent Form are not required to complete a form each weekend. If next weekend is your first time back, please bring your completed Informed Consent Form. (If you forget, don’t worry — we have copies in Fr. Lacey Hall).

A new page on the parish website has been created for COVID-19 updates. Please check frequently to stay up to date. https://www.stmatthiasparish.org/covid-19-updates/

Beginning July 5th: St. Matthias 10:30 am Mass will be Live streamed on YouTube

Beginning today, Sunday, July 5th St. Matthias’ 10:30 am Sunday Mass will be live streamed. We have established a YouTube channel for parishioners to access this Mass each weekend. Click here to learn more.

Scripture Reflection – The Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

During the coronavirus pandemic as we deal with day to day anxieties, many of us find the time to pray asking for and seeking feelings of inner peace. In today’s Gospel, Jesus says, “Come to me all who labor and find life burdensome, I will give you rest.” Click here to read more

Subscribe to the St. Matthias Bulletin

Due to the restrictions in place because of the global pandemic, all worship aids were removed from Church except the weekly bulletin. This now contains the readings for Sunday Mass, prayer requests and Mass Intentions. You can receive this resource to your email inbox by subscribing or at Mass. Subscribe to the bulletin by clicking here

Faith Formation Ideas for Families

For Parents:
* Bible Study: Our Breaking Open the Word group for parents is ongoing. If you would like to join, please email Sabrina. We are meeting on Wednesdays at 3:30 pm. Click here to read more.

For Families with Children:
Check out St. Matthias’ Pinterest Page for faith formation ideas for families for the month of July. https://www.pinterest.com/smff2013/july-family-faith-ideas/

Peninsula Multifaith Coalition: Samaritan House Collection

Samaritan House of San Mateo is in need of children’s socks and undergarments for distribution through their Kids Closet. We thought we could help by organizing a donation drive to collect these items now so they are ready to be delivered once the COVID-19 restrictions are lifted (hopefully before school starts in August). Click here for more information.

Thank you for your continued support!
With the COVID-19 pandemic impacting everyday life, St. Matthias Parish would like to thank everyone for their continued support, both spiritual and financially. As we adapt to these unprecedented times, we are committed to serve our community as best we can. Please remember to check our website www.stmatthiasparish.org for updates.

The Matthian Newsletter

Published: 28 June 2020

We’re Still Here

Volume 3, Issue 4: Sunday, June 28, 2020

Masses have resumed and the Church is still alive and well.
Some ministries have resumed and we are adjusting to virtual meetings.
Welcome to the latest issue of The Matthian.
A nod to the founding members of the parish community, utilizing a new way to communicate and stay in touch.

All Are Welcome at Mass!

All parishioners are welcome to attend Mass on either Saturday at 5:00 pm or Sunday at 10:30 am next weekend. Many are being cautious and still are not ready to return, therefore we are able to welcome all parishioners to Mass each weekend. 

When you arrive to Church, a member of our staff will greet you at one of the double doors. There are baskets at both entrances for your donations (thank you!) We will direct you to a pew. Pews are numbered and every other pew is blocked off to maintain the mandatory 6 ft. of physical distance between households. Masks are required. Only our music ministers are singing, parishioners are invited to hum along. Eucharistic Ministers will bring Communion to you. At the end of Mass, we ask that you exit quickly as we have cleaning protocols to begin. If you would like to volunteer to help us with the end of Mass cleaning, please speak to Sabrina, Lisa, Deacon David or Deacon Rich. We welcome your assistance!

Those who have already completed the Informed Consent Form are not required to complete a form each weekend. If next weekend is your first time back, please bring your completed Informed Consent Form. (If you forget, don’t worry — we have copies in Fr. Lacey Hall).

A new page on the parish website has been created for COVID-19 updates. Please check frequently to stay up to date. https://www.stmatthiasparish.org/covid-19-updates/

Scripture Reflection – The Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Last Sunday afternoon at St. Charles Church, seven individuals from St. Matthias and St. Charles parishes were Baptized, Confirmed and received their First Eucharist.  Additionally, four others were Confirmed and received the Eucharist.  Click here to read more…

Subscribe to the St. Matthias Bulletin

Due to the restrictions in place because of the global pandemic, all worship aids were removed from Church except the weekly bulletin. This now contains the readings for Sunday Mass, prayer requests and Mass Intentions. You can receive this resource to your email inbox by subscribing or at Mass. Subscribe to the bulletin by clicking here https://ebulletins.jspaluch.com/#/

Faith Formation Ideas for Families
For Parents:
* Bible Study: Our Breaking Open the Word group for parents is ongoing. If you would like to join, please email Sabrina. We are meeting on Wednesdays at 3:30 pm. Click here to read more. For Families with Children:
Check out St. Matthias’ Pinterest Page for activities related to this Sunday’s Gospel and journalling prompts for self-awareness and discovery. https://www.pinterest.com/smff2013/vol-3-issue-4-the-matthian/

Peninsula Multifaith Coalition: Samaritan House Collection

Samaritan House of San Mateo is in need of children’s socks and undergarments for distribution through their Kids Closet. We thought we could help by organizing a donation drive to collect these items now so they are ready to be delivered once the COVID-19 restrictions are lifted (hopefully before school starts in August). Click here for more information. 

Thank you for your continued support!
With the COVID-19 pandemic impacting everyday life, St. Matthias Parish would like to thank everyone for their continued support, both spiritual and financially. As we adapt to these unprecedented times, we are committed to serve our community as best we can. Please remember to check our website www.stmatthiasparish.org for updates.