Nov 23 Thanksgiving Potluck Luncheon
Nov 30 Advent Wreath-Making
Dec 2 The Chosen, Christmas Special
Dec 7 St. Nicholas Visit with Sunday School (Pre-K through 5th grade)
Dec 14 Advent Lessons and Carols 3:00 PM
Dec 19-21 SCROOGE!
ECW Lunch and Learn
The Episcopal Church Women gathered yesterday for fellowship and learning as Sylvia and Vicki led us in “The Making and Breaking of the Bread.” The program began with the lighting of a candle—kept burning until the bread came out of the oven—and continued with Sylvia’s thoughtful reflections on how each ingredient and step in the process symbolizes the life of Jesus.
Of course, everyone enjoyed tasting the freshly baked (not consecrated!) bread, warm from the oven. By the end of the gathering, three women felt inspired to join the Bread Guild—thanks be to God!
This special ministry is open to everyone—women and men of all ages. If you’d like to take part in the holy work of baking our Communion bread, please reach out to Sylvia Campbell.
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All Saints’ Day Celebration at St. Matt’s
What a beautiful day it was for All Saints’ Day at St. Matthew’s! The sun was shining, the air was crisp, and our beloved church and grounds looked their very best. We started the morning with a full hot breakfast—good food, great company, and plenty of laughter. Our new class, St. Matt’s 101, had its first session and was a wonderful way to welcome those just getting to know our parish family and the Episcopal faith.
During both services, we paused to remember and give thanks for the saints who have gone before us, reading aloud the names of those we’ve lost this past year. In a moving part of the service, parishioners brought in small wooden crosses—decorated at home in memory of loved ones—which were placed in front of the altar as a sign of love and remembrance. The children’s choir added their beautiful voices to the day, filling the church with music and joy.
We closed our celebration with the annual In-Gathering, as congregation members placed their 2026 pledge cards in the basket—an act of gratitude, community, and hope for the year ahead.
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Trunk or Treat 2025 Wrap-up
Scrooge! Musical Adaptation of “A Christmas Carol”
A musical adaptation of the timeless classic “A Christmas Carol”. This is an abbreviated version with show running time of 60 minutes plus a 15 minute intermission which makes this a great show for all ages!
Join us for a holiday tale of redemption through repentance and forgiveness, and the joy of charity through good will.
THREE SHOWS!
Dec 19th 7PM
Dec 20th 7PM
Dec 21st 1PM
>> ORDER TICKETS HERE! <<
Questions? Email us at EventsStMatts@gmail.com
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St. Matt’s Vintage Bazaar
See you next year!
The 2025 Vintage Bazaar was a resounding success, bringing together faith, fellowship, and community spirit under the warm (hot!) sun. We had a 70% increase in vendor participation compared to last year, with more than double the number of booths showcasing goods and services from parishioners, small business owners and neighbors throughout Snellville.
We are deeply grateful to everyone who helped make this day so special. Your support continues to build a stronger, more vibrant community. See you next year!
September 20, 2025
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
“Do not forget to show hospitality to strangers, for by so doing some people have shown hospitality to angels without knowing it.” – Hebrews 13:2
DOWNLOAD 2025 VENDOR APPLICATION
Need more information? Email admin@stmatthewssnellville.org
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Dinner Theater Wrap-up
It’s a wrap! A heartfelt thank you to everyone who made our Mystery Dinner Theater event, The Mystery of Montley’s Manor, a resounding success! Our incredible team of 22 cast and crew volunteers poured countless hours into crafting this fun filled production, while 40 dedicated “day-of” volunteers ensured a seamless and delightful experience for all who attended. Together, these 62 remarkable individuals delivered joy and fellowship to 150 community guests, serving more than 200 delicious meals to patrons, volunteers, cast, and crew across two incredible shows. Additionally, we’re thrilled to share that we raised over $3,000 for our capital campaign. To everyone who joined us, we hope you had a blast! Missed it? Stay tuned and keep an eye out for our next production!
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Café Theology
Starting a new book on September 6!
Visit our webpage for more information and current book information!
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Plug in to Christian Formation!
There are several new offerings this fall at St. Matthew’s!
Where’s My Class?
St. Matthew’s 101
NEW for month of NOVEMEBER
Meets in the Undercroft (downstairs from the parish hall)
November 2, 9, 16 & 23
This four-session class is especially for those new to St. Matt’s or to the Episcopal Church. Join us for fellowship, fun and facts!
Jesus of Nazareth 101
Meets in the Undercroft
Come to our class on the basic principles of Jesus. We hear and read about Jesus throughout our church services and daily lives. However, do we truly understand the details of his life and how the Gospel writers presented his story and transformative faith? We will spend the first half of fall exploring topics such as the virgin birth, the essence of the Good News, the crucifixion, and the resurrection. The second half will focus on some of the key issues Jesus raised (economics, politics, religion) that remain relevant today. If you know nothing or little about Jesus, want to learn more about the Gospels and who Jesus is, or need a refresher about the Son of God, everyone is welcome to join us for this class.
Fam Jam: Parenting – Joys, Struggles, and Raising Children to Know Christ
Meets in Room #1 (off the main hallway on the right)
Sunday’s Bible Study – Starts Sept 7: A continuation of the study of Genesis
Meets in the library (from the parish hall)
BEE a Part! Pre-K through 5th grade
Meets in the Christian Education wing
Youth 6th – 12th grades
Meets in the Undercroft (downstairs from the parish hall)
Wed Bible Study – Wednesdays 11:30am – 12:30pm, “Questions that Jesus Asked”
Meets in the library
Led by Father Tim. Throughout the Gospels, Jesus asked many questions that people either answered quickly or went away pondering for the rest of their lives. During the fall, we will explore questions that Jesus asked, including what we long for, who deserves compassion and healing, who Jesus is, and issues of faith and doubt. We will
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Vestry Corner – July 2025, by Dave Lott, Finance Liaison
I am honored to be serving in my second year on your Vestry. I am the liaison with the Finance Committee. Under the leadership of Mark DiGiovanni, the Finance Committee assists in preparing our annual budget and, working with Treasurer Chuck Marsh, reviews monthly the financial status of the parish and provides recommendations to the Vestry on financial issues. The parish has a very strong dual-control process in place for approving ongoing expenditures and our financial accounts are audited every year by an outside accounting firm. The Vestry has the final responsibility for approving the budget, the monthly financial reports as well as ongoing and extra-ordinary expenditures.
As I write this column in mid-July it is hard to believe we have already passed the halfway mark of both the calendar and our financial year. It seemed like we dashed through the seasons of Epiphany, Lent, Easter and Pentecost and a new school year will be starting for the kids in just a couple of weeks. I wanted to pause and take a moment to reflect with gratitude and share a few financial updates with the St. Matthew’s family.
Thanks to your ongoing generosity, our church’s financial health is strong and continues to recover from the Pandemic years. A summary of our current month and year-to-date revenue and expenses is included in each week’s Messenger newsletter as well as posted on the parish bulletin board in the hallway outside the parish office. Your faithful giving continues to support the daily life and ministries of our parish and we are so grateful for each and every contribution—whether it’s time, talent, or treasure.
Our Capital Campaign is progressing well, and we’re already seeing the fruits of your commitment. One of the most meaningful milestones so far has been the refurbishment of two of our cherished stained-glass windows. These windows don’t just beautify our sacred space—they tell stories, inspire prayer, and reflect the light of faith that shines through our parish and the Snellville community. It was a joy to see this first major project completed, and it’s a hopeful sign of things to come as there are several more significant and essential projects to be undertaken. If you haven’t made a pledge to the Campaign, it is never too late and I ask you to prayerfully consider doing so.
As we continue into the second half of the year, the Vestry remains committed to stewardship, transparency, and walking together in faith. Vestry meetings are normally held on the third Sunday of the month beginning around 12:15 in the Library. The meetings are open to all and we encourage those that might be interested in serving in the future on the Vestry to come and observe. If you are so interested, contact Fr. Tim, Senior Warden Susan Jung, Junior Warden Lindsay Isaacs or any Vestry member. There are four current members that are completing their three-year term at the end of this year.
Thank you again for your support and for being a vital part of the life of this church.
Blessings,
Dave Lott
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