2nd Sunday in Lent Sermon

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Remember the “Lenten Coffee Klatch” on Wednesdays @ 10am during this season of Lent

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1st Sunday in Lent Sermon – February 22-15

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Ash Wednesday Sermon – February 18th

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"Remember that you are dust and to dust you will return"

“Remember that you are dust and to dust you will return”

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The Transfiguration of Our Lord – February 15-15 Sermon

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A PHOTO FROM THE PAST

Do you know who this is??

Hint - He served as our pastor from 1945-53

Hint – He served as our pastor from 1945-53

The answer is found here

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Our Roast Beef Dinner Photos and Music

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5th Sunday After Epiphany Sermon

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The Installation of St. Matthew's 2015 Church Council

The Installation of St. Matthew’s 2015 Church Council

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Death of Church Member – Rudy Ebert

rudyEbertEBERT, Rudolf “Rudy” – Passed away peacefully, in his 84th year, at the Welland Hospital on Saturday, January 31, 2015, two days after celebrating his 60th wedding anniversary with his beloved wife Sylvia (nee Rumpel). Cherished father of Debbie Blanchard (David), Terry Lochhead (Mike) and Kimberly Ross (Chip). Proud grandfather of Cheryl Metcalf (Mat), Paul Blanchard (Roxanne), Allison Lochhead-Marshall (Curt), Scott Blanchard (Sarah), Courtney Ross, Lauren Ross and great-grandfather of Lillie, Charlotte, Abby, Aprilynn, Bridget and Autumn. Predeceased by his parents Adolf and Olga Ebert, brothers Ertmann and Eric and sister Erna. Rudy retired from General Motors after over 25 years of service. He was a long time member of St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church. The family will receive friends at the H.L. Cudney Funeral Home, 241 West Main Street, Welland on Tuesday, February 3rd from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Pastor Jukka Saarinen will conduct the Funeral Service in the Cudney Chapel on Wednesday, February 4th at 11 a.m. followed by interment in Overholt Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy, donations to St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church Memorial Fund would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences available at http://www.cudneyfuneralhome.com

 

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Death of Church Member – Ted Langille

tedlangilleLANGILLE, Theodore Alexander “Ted” – Suddenly, at the Welland Hospital, on Thursday, January 29, 2015 in his 69th year. Beloved husband of Donna Langille (nee, Mullen) for 46 years. Loving father of Lonnie Langille (Linda Johnston) and Jami VanSickle (Robert). Cherished grandfather of Jacob, Sydney, Sandra and Scott. Dear brother of Nancy MacLeod (Jim), Sharon Langille (Wayne), Sheila Langille (late Everett), Brad Langille (Wendy), Geoff Langille and Darren Langille (Tammy). Lovingly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents Thelma and Arthur Langille and sister-in-law Sheila Mullen. Ted worked Atlas Steel for 35 years and, following his retirement, as a grounds keeper at the Legends of Niagara Golf Club for 10 years. He was a member of St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church. Respecting Ted’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Ted’s Life will take place at a later date. As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations to St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church would be greatly appreciated by the family. Cards are available at theH.L. CUDNEY FUNERAL HOME , 241 West Main Street, Welland, who are in care of Mr. Langille’s funeral arrangements. Online condolences available atwww.cudneyfuneralhome.com12892966

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4th Sunday After Epiphany Sermon

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3rd Sunday After Epiphany Sermon

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Our Annual Congregational Meeting is being held next week (February 1st) in the Fellowship Hall, immediately after the morning service. Annual Reports are available at the entrance to the church. Please take one per family and remember to bring the report with you to the meeting.

Lunch will follow this meeting. To help with the lunch, please bring a half loaf of sandwiches or a plate of finger desserts (squares & cookies). Coffee, tea and juice will be provided.

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