Inviting all to build the body of Christ.
St. Matthew is a people-centered church with a mission to build the Body of Christ, where you can learn, live and grow as a disciple of Jesus Christ. In-Person service, Sundays, 930am; YouTube available after service, FaceBook Live broadcast simultaneously at 9:30 am, on the Facebook page, The Beloved Community of St. Matthew Lutheran Church of Itasca, IL.
Upcoming Sermons & Events
JANUARY
01 – First Sunday New Year’s Celebration
08 – Three Kings Day – Epiphany – Star Words Given
15 – MLK Day commemoration
22 – Reconciling Sunday
29 – Holocaust Remembrance Sunday
FEBRUARY
05 – Candlemas Sunday
12 – Vow Renewal Sunday/ Congregational Meeting: Immediately following service
19 – Transfiguration Sunday
LENT Begins: 21 – Pancake Supper – 630pm
22 – Ash Wednesday *Ashes to go at noon – outdoor service in front of church * Ash Wednesday evening service – 7pm
26 – First Sunday of Lent (Bible Study: ELCA Discipleship Series)
When Jesus called Matthew, a tax collector and outcast, he went to his house to break bread with him and others who were unfairly judged, despised, and not welcomed to share in the love and healing power of God’s Word. Just as Jesus sought out Matthew, St. Matthew Lutheran Church welcomes all who seek a place at God’s table. We welcome you to receive and share new life in Christ, regardless of your race, culture, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, ability, and economic status. We are a congregation committed to celebrating the wondrous diversity, equity, and inclusion of God’s creation in both membership and leadership. As Jesus called Matthew out of love, we welcome you to hear, learn, and grow in your faith with us. To those seeking God’s Grace and Love, St. Matthew Lutheran Church is committed to embracing the work of anti-racism, actively promotes racial equity by boldly throwing open the locked doors of division, and we welcome ALL to join in building the body of Christ.
“I desire mercy, not sacrifice. For I have not come to call the righteous, but the sinners.” — Matthew 9:13
Pastor’s Corner
God is Love – No Ifs Ands or Buts!
This Week’s Video
Prayer & Care
At St. Matthew, we believe in the power of God expressed in prayer and relationship. If there is a brokenness in your life that you would appreciate a faithful companion to walk with you, please leave your requests here.
