worship serve u evangelize

WORSHIP u SERVE u EVANGELIZE

807 Havens Corners RoadGahanna, Ohio 43230

614-471-0212 • www.stmatthew.net

As a community of believers who know,

love, and serve Jesus Christ, we celebrate the

sacramental life of the Church, proclaim the

saving message of Christ, and share the love of the

Lord, especially with the least, the poor,

and the suffering.

MASSESWeekendsSaturday – 5:00 p.m. VigilSunday – 8:00 & 10:00 a.m.,12:00 noon & 5:00 p.m.Holy DaysPlease consult the bulletin or website.WeekdaysMonday thru Friday, 6:30 & 8:30 a.m.Saturday – 8:30 a.m.

CONFESSIONSWednesday 7:00-7:30 a.m.Saturday 4:00-4:45 p.m.Sunday 11:00-11:45 a.m.Or by appointment

OFFICE HOURSMonday and Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday, 8:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

BAPTISMSAll Baptism inquiries must begin by filling out a Baptism form on our website at www.stmatthew.net/baptism. For more information, please contact Katie Ryzenga at 614-532-0620 or [email protected].

MARRIAGEMarriage preparation must begin at least 6 months before a desired wedding date. All inquiries begin on the Parish website atwww.stmatthew.net/marriage.

ANOINTING & VISITATION OF THE SICKContact the Parish Office to schedule an anointing and/or to arrange a visit from our pastoral staff.

PARISH CLERGY – 614-471-0212Fr. Theodore K. Sill, PastorFr. Peter Asantebwana, Parochial VicarFr. Michael Nimocks, Retired & In Holy ServiceFr. Stan Benecki, Retired & In Holy ServiceDeacons: Rev. Mr. Joseph Meyer Rev. Mr. Christopher Walsh

PARISH STAFF – 614-471-0212Business Manager: Leo GrimesDirector of Athletics: Eileen Buzenski – 614-478-8533Director of Music: Dawn Shininger – 614-532-0627Facilities Superintendent: George HarveyOffice & Ministry Coordinator: Michelle DoughertySafe Environment: Michelle Lantz

FAMILY LIFE OFFICE – 614-532-0620Catholic Inquiry/Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA):

Jennifer Cabe – 614-532-0626, [email protected] Education Coordinator:

Ashley Allwein – [email protected] Life Coordinator:

Julie Ratliff – [email protected] Coordinator:

Katie Ryzenga – [email protected] and Young Adult Ministry:

Maggie Smith – [email protected] Coordinator:

Jacob Wilson – [email protected] Formation & Stewardship Coordinator:

Brooke Warren – [email protected]

PARISH SCHOOL – PRE-K-GRADE 8 – 614-471-4930www.cdstmatthew.orgPrincipal: John Rathburn, [email protected]

CHARITABLE WORKS MINISTRY – 614-471-5320Monday-Friday, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon; Thursday, 6:00-8:00 p.m.

PARISH REGISTRATIONTo register as a parish member, stop by the office or register online at www.stmatthew.net/online-parishioner-registration.

BULLETIN DEADLINEAnnouncements must be submitted to Hillarie Michaels by email to [email protected] by 12:00 noon on Monday.

ST. MATTHEW CHURCH GAHANNA, OHIO

LITURGICAL MINISTRIES

SATURDAY,OCTOBER 23

5:00 P.M.

SUNDAY,OCTOBER 24

8.00 A.M.

SUNDAY,OCTOBER 24

10:00 A.M.

SUNDAY,OCTOBER 24

12:00 P.M.

SUNDAY,OCTOBER 24

5:00 P.M.

EXTRAORDINARYMINISTERS OF HOLY

COMMUNION

Max Maksimoski, [email protected] – 614-607-4799 (Extraordinary Ministers, Lectors)Vicki Wengert, [email protected] – 614-270-2118 (Sacristans)

Patti HerrickVicki Wengert

Kathy Wodarcyk

Rita KleinJeff Klein

Mary Campanelli

Olga M. MagyarAnn WhitlatchTom Whitlatch

Darlene DoodyTom MigneryAngel Rice

Max MaksimoskiHeather Thompson

Beth Huddy

IN HOME Shawn Miller (2); Mary Campanelli (4); Karen Lackey (5); Rita Klein (6); Greg Schmiedebusch (7)

LECTORS Patti HerrickStephen Blubaugh

Mary HumphreyPhil Mullin

Tom WhitlatchAnn Whitlatch

Michael MotilAngel Rice Max Maksimoski

SACRISTANS Kathy Wodarcyk Corinne Miller Cathy Buzenski Angel Rice Vicki Wengert

SERVERSMC – Luke Aaron

Albree AaronDevin Canter

Natalie Dinovo

MC – John BookerDonovan McGovern

Raegan Rickman

MC – Ethan LackeyMiles BlakeWill Blake

Logan GeigBen Riesbeck

MC – Thomas Williams

MC – Teddy Williams

Joseph Williams

MC – Conner Norman

Mackenzie Norman

STEWARDSHIP

2021-2022 Through October 10, 2021 Year to Date

Parish Budgeted Expenses $42,115.00 $631,725.00

Contributions $41,902.25 $555,990.03

Surplus (Shortage) ($ 212.75) ($75,734.97)

Note: St. Matthew's fiscal year is July 1, 2021 to June 30, 2022.Contributions include offertory and parish facilities fund donations.

DISCIPLESHIPHow can I begin my Journey? It’s as simple as 1-2-3:1. Participate 1 hour per week in community prayer (Sunday Mass).2. Devote 1 hour per week volunteering in a parish ministry.3. Contribute 1 hour of weekly income (2.5%) for financial

support.WORSHIP + SERVE + EVANGELIZE

UPCOMING SPECIAL ENVELOPESWhether you donate through Online Giving or use envelopes, we are grateful for your support for the upcoming collections: St. Matthew School Support and Parish Facilities Fund. If you use Online Giving, simply log in to your account at https://www.osvhub.com/stmatthew and select the fund to which you'd like to donate. Thank you!

MASS INTENTIONS AND SCRIPTURESMONDAY, OCTOBER 18 – 2 Tm 4:10-17b; Lk 10:1-9 6:30 a.m. Dwight Allen/Scott & Pat Martin 8:30 a.m. Robert Walsh/Fr. Theodore K. SillTUESDAY, OCTOBER 19 – Rom 5:12, 15b, 17-19, 20b-21; Lk 12:35-38 6:30 a.m. Eudorla & Melvin Smith/Daughter 8:30 a.m. Danny Askew/Mom & DadWEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 20 – Rom 6:12-18; Lk 12:39-48 6:30 a.m. Intentions of Amelia Morgan/Terry Magyar 8:30 a.m. Frank & Betty Everson/FamilyTHURSDAY, OCTOBER 21 – Rom 6:19-23; Lk 12:49-53 6:30 a.m. Dick Stedman/Pat Martin 8:30 a.m. Dwight Allen/Mike & Ann FedererFRIDAY, OCTOBER 22 – Rom 7:18-25a; Lk 12:54-59 6:30 a.m. Mary Ann Messaros/Rovnak Family 8:30 a.m. Intentions of Mary Ellen Guntzelman/ Maryann MalinowskiSATURDAY, OCTOBER 23 – Rom 8:1-11; Lk 13:1-9 8:30 a.m. Intentions of Ma – ry Jane Graf/Federer Family 5:00 p.m. Joyce A. Regan/Mr. & Mrs. Robert KnappSUNDAY, OCTOBER 24 – Jer 31:7-9; Heb 5:1-6; Mk 10:46-52 8:00 a.m. Matthew Connell/Frank & Judeen Hartge 10:00 a.m. For Saint Matthew Parishioners/Fr. Theodore K. Sill 12:00 p.m. Robert Walsh/Dcn. Frank Iannarino & Diaconate Community 5:00 p.m. Dario Ocampo/Family

TWENTY-NINTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME OCTOBER 17, 2021

IN OUR PARISH

OPPORTUNITIES IN MUSIC MINISTRY YOUTH CHOIR – The St. Matthew Parish Youth Choir is open to all parish youth, including St. Matthew School and Family of Faith (formerly PSR), 2nd grade and older. The choir sings at scheduled weekend Masses from November through April, as well as special Masses or liturgies like Christmas Eve and Good Friday. Rehearsals are every Tuesday from 6:00-6:45 p.m. in the Choir Loft. The first rehearsal is Tuesday, October 26. Questions? Please contact Dawn at 614-471-0212, ext. 1117 or [email protected].

♥ BANNS OF MARRIAGE ♥Let us pray for those preparing for marriage:

III Lynn Kelly & Stephen Greaves

HOLY HOUR FOR REPARATION, PURIFICATION AND SANCTIFICATION OF THE CHURCH – Please join our clergy and fellow parishioners in the church on the Fourth Friday of the month for Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and an hour of prayer for the universal Church. The next Holy Hour will be held this Friday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome.

BOOK OF THE DECEASED – Throughout October, we remember loved ones who have died. You are invited to write the names of your loved ones in the Remembrance Book, located in the Gathering Space in the Church and they will be remembered on the Feast of All Souls on Tuesday, November 2 at 7:00 p.m.

SAINT MATTHEW CHARITABLE WORKS COLLECTION is next weekend, October 23-24, after all Masses. Your kindness is appreciated.

THANK YOU – Dear Parishioners, On behalf of Unbound, thank you very much for welcoming us to your parish. Our hearts are full of gratitude for the generosity you have shown to the children, youth and the elders in our sponsorship program. Through your willingness to partner with Unbound, your parish community has taken steps toward a closer walk with Jesus in the name of the poor. We pray that members of your parish community who answered the call to sponsorship will be richly blessed by their experience.

PARISH OFFICE FALL HOURS – The Parish Office will be open on Monday from 8:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 8:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m. and Friday from 8:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

THE NURSERY is open for the Sunday, 10:00 a.m. Mass only.

GOLDEN MUSTANGS – The Golden Mustangs monthly meeting is this Wednesday, October 20 in the St. Anthony Room at 5:30 p.m. (Please note the 5:30 p.m. start is 30 minutes earlier than our usual time.) After our meal, Father Ignatius will share some history and traditions of the Melkite Rite of the Catholic Church. On Saturday, October 23 at 10:00 a.m, we will visit Father Ignatius at Holy Resurrection, the Melkite church. A carpool will leave from St. Matthew at 9:30 a.m. Please contact Paul or Joan Rovnak at [email protected] or 614-475-4785 with any questions. We hope to see you there! Thank you.

ATTENTION MOMS – WILL YOU TAKE OUR MOMS GROUP SURVEY? Camaraderie. That’s what we moms desire, isn’t it? People in our corner who understand our unique joys and challenges in a way that only other mothers can. And wouldn’t it be wonderful to find that camaraderie amongst our church family? In an effort to create more connection for mothers at St. Matthew, we are revamping our Moms Group to better serve ALL the moms of the parish. Our desire for this group is to plan regular opportunities for moms (and their kids) to get together for informal social outings to build friendships and foster community within our Catholic family. Whether you’re a stay-at-home mom or a working mom, this group is for you — and we want it to accommodate YOUR needs. That’s why it would be so helpful to get your input as we make plans for the future. If you can spare less than two minutes, we’d greatly appreciate your feedback on this at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/QYFWZBB. For any additional inquiries about the St. Matthew Moms Group, please reach out to Trisha Mathis at [email protected].


BIBLE STUDIES 2021-2022Please join us this fall for an exciting lineup of all new Bible Studies and Catholic topics. Details of each can be found at https://www.stmatthew.net/bible-study. Please register early as seating is limited in some sessions. We hope to see you there!

STUDY PRESENTER DATES TIME LOCATION COST REGISTRATION/INFORMATION

SundayMass Readings

ExplainedDr. Brant Pitre

Thursdays (every week; come

anytime)9:15-10:45 a.m.

Church Library in the

UndercroftFREE

Lorraine Curtin – (614) [email protected]

(no need to register)

Lecture Series * Institute of Catholic Culture

Monthly;see below* 7:00-8:30 p.m. St. Anthony

Room FREE

Julia Hoenig – (614) [email protected]

(please register so enough materials will be available)

Series on the Apostle Paul

Institute of Catholic Culture

Tuesdays, September 28–

February 15(no class: 11/23,

12/21, 12/28, 1/4)

9:15-10:45 a.m. St. Raphael Room FREE

Julia Hoenig – (614) [email protected]

(please register, seating is limited to 24)

The Creed Bishop Robert Barron

Wednesdays,October 6-

November 107:00-8:30 p.m. St. Gabriel

Room FREEPat Martin – (614) 886-3881,

[email protected](please register, seating is limited to 24)

Lectio:Eucharist Dr. Brant Pitre

Tuesdays, January 11–

March 157:00-8:30 p.m. St. Raphael

Room $10

Darlene Doody – (614) 557-8867, [email protected]

(please register by December 27 so that workbooks can be received in time)

*LECTURE SERIES TOPICS FOR 2021-2022

November 10 – Preparing the Way of the Lord: The Dead Sea scrolls and the community of the Essenes

December 14 – Silent: 400 years before Christ

January 12 – Spirits of Light and Darkness: A study of angels and demons

February 9 – Our Lady of Guadalupe: A Conquest of darkness

March 9 – Fighting for the Faith: The Irish war of independence

April 6 – Hearing God’s Voice: Discovering God’s plan for us

May 10 – Reagan, Thatcher, & The Pope: The fall of the Soviet Union


T H E P R O B L E M

Watching the news and reading the headlines, we may feel helpless seeing the heartbreaking lack of respect for human life. How do we respond when our efforts seem small in the face of the culture of death?

O U R C H R I S T I A N I D E N T I T Y

To understand more fully how to defend and protect human life, we must first consider who we are, at the deepest level. God creates us in his image and likeness, which means we are made to be in loving relationship with him. The essence of our identity and worth, the source of our dignity, is that we are loved by God: “We are not the sum of our weaknesses and failures; we are the sum of the Father’s love for us and our real capacity to become the image of his Son.”1

We are called to divine intimacy, true communion with God, and we can grow in this closeness with him through daily prayer, reading the Scriptures, and frequent participation in the sacraments, especially Confession and the Eucharist.

O U R M I S S I O N A S C H R I S T I A N S

The knowledge and realization of how deeply we are loved by God elicits a response of love that simultaneously draws us closer to God and, at the same time, impels us to share his love with others.

Embracing a relationship with God means following in his footsteps, wherever he may call. Just as Jesus invited St. Peter and St. Andrew to become his disciples, he invites us to do the same: “Come after me, and I will make you fishers of men” (Matthew 4:19).

Being a disciple of Jesus naturally includes sharing the Gospel with others and inviting them into a deeper relationship with God. As Christians, our identity and our mission are two sides of the same coin; like the apostles, we are called to be missionary disciples.

M I S S I O N A R Y D I S C I P L E S H I P

This doesn’t necessarily mean quitting our jobs or moving to foreign countries. For most of us, our mission field is daily life: “Christ teaches us how to evangelize, how to invite people into communion with him, and how to create a culture of witness: namely, through love. A Christian life lived with charity and faith is the most effective form of evangelization.”2

The first step towards living this life is allowing Jesus to meet and transform us daily. If we respond to his grace, our lives will show we have something beyond what the world offers: we follow a person whose love changes our lives, so we want others to also experience his transforming love.

When we live in union with God, open to his prompting, we’re more able to see the opportunities for witness and his guidance in responding to these opportunities. We may fear doing the wrong thing or saying the wrong thing, but we do not need to be afraid. Jesus promised his disciples, “I am with you always, until the end of the age” (Matthew 28:20).

I D E N T I T Y C R I S I S

As a society and as individuals, we often measure ourselves by false standards: by what and how much we do, our successes or failures, how others treat us, the degree of our pleasure or independence, etc. And when these changeable substitutes prove to be insufficient, or when we are faced with challenges and suffering, we may feel helpless, alone, or abandoned; we may be tempted to feel as though our lives have decreased value or worth.

How to Build a Culture of Life


But God’s love—individual, real, unchanging—is the true source of our worth, identity, and dignity. It really is not a question of who we are, but rather whose we are. Because his love will never change, nothing can reduce our God-given dignity, and nothing can diminish the immeasurable worth of our lives.

O U R R E S P O N S E

When someone is facing great trials, we need to meet them where they are, walk with them on their journey, intercede for them, and be open to sharing Christ’s love however he directs.

When a woman becomes pregnant, and her boyfriend threatens to leave if she continues the pregnancy, we need to lovingly walk with her. When family members or friends become seriously ill, we need to assure them that God still offers them something in this life, and they still have purpose. We need to consistently be with them every step of the way.

Sometimes our actions speak for themselves; other times, words are needed. Whatever the situation, Jesus knows

how to speak to each person’s heart; we simply need to follow where he leads.

A C U LT U R E O F L I F E

This is how we answer our missionary call. This is how we build a culture of life, a culture that joyfully proclaims the truth of God’s love, purpose, and plan for each person. Changing the culture is a process of conversion that begins in our own hearts and includes a willingness to be instructed and a desire to be close to Jesus—the source of joy and love.

When we encounter Christ, experience his love, and deepen our relationship with him, we become more aware of our own worth and that of others. His love for each person is cause for great joy, and growing understanding of this priceless treasure motivates us to share his love with others. Our lives are often changed by the witness of others; so too, others’ lives may be changed by our witness and authentic friendship with them.

Let us go, therefore, and not be afraid. God is always with us.

1 John Paul II, Homily, 17th World Youth Day, Downsview Park, Toronto, July 28, 2002.

2 USCCB Committee on Evangelization and Catechesis, Disciples Called to Witness: The New Evangelization. Copyright © 2012, United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, Washington, DC. All rights reserved.

Excerpt from “Homily of the Holy Father John Paul II” © 2002, Libreria Editrice Vaticana, Vatican City. Used with permission. All rights reserved. Models used for illustrative purposes only. Dad and baby via Twenty20/@itsjuliwilliams. Used with permission. All rights reserved. Icons: Entypo pictograms by Daniel Bruce – www.entypo.com. Used with permission. Copyright © 2017, United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, Washington, D.C. All rights reserved.

U N I T E D S T A T E S C O N F E R E N C E O F C A T H O L I C B I S H O P S Secretariat of Pro-Life Activities

People of Life | @usccbprolife | @ProjectRachel

View, download, or order the U.S. bishops’ pro-life materials!W W W . U S C C B . O R G / R E S P E C T L I F E


LATCHKEY HIRING – St. Matthew School Latchkey is hiring for the 2021-2022 school year. They are looking for 1-2 people who can assist with 1st/2nd grade and 3rd/4th grade, Monday-Friday from 2:00-6:00 p.m., 20 hours a week. Candidates must have taken Protecting God’s Children and complete a background check. For more information, please call the School Office at 614-471-4930 or contact Robin Kuhns at [email protected].

ST. MATTHEW MAIN EVENT – The St. Matthew Home and School Association invites you to join us for the 25th Annual Main Event on Saturday, October 30 at 6:00 p.m. at Jefferson Country Club for an evening of fun and fundraising as we host a harvest ball to support the school. Each year, over $30,000 from the H&S budget goes to tuition assistance and scholarships, fostering strength in Catholic education in our community. This year’s event will feature a silent auction with some truly unique ways to support our classrooms, a Reverse Raffle (winner takes home $1,000), a bourbon tasting event, and a special celebrity host for the evening. We will also be selling reverse raffle tickets after Masses in the lobby for $20 a piece. For more information on ways to support the school, please visit https://one.bidpal.net/2021mainevent/welcome.

LOST AND FOUND – If you’re missing something (a book? a hat or gloves? car keys?) it may be sitting on our counter! Next time you are at church, stop by the counter by the ushers’ station (to the right of the elevator) and claim what is yours. Thank you!

FAMILY LIFE OFFICE – The Saint Matthew Parish Family Life Office is here to serve your family! We have relocated our office to the lower level of the church. Feel free to stop by and/or call us at 614-532-0620 with any questions or for family resources. Our staff members collaborate in our ministries which include Marriage Preparation, Baptism Preparation, First Steps in Faith, Family of Faith, Confirmation Preparation, Youth Ministry, RCIA, Summer Adventure, the Search, and other parish events and activities. We are eager to support you in your journey of Faith at all stages of life.

JULIA GREELEY COMMITTEE DISCUSSION – This Thursday, October 21, the Julia Greeley Committee will be hosting a discussion of The Racial Divide in the United States: A reflection for the World Day of Peace 2015 by Bishop Braxton. In addition, there will be a presentation from the Julia Greeley Guild on the life of Julia Greeley and the cause for her canonization at 7:00 p.m. in the St. Gabriel Room. We hope you will join us for a meaningful discussion and to learn more about the life of this holy woman.

BOOK CLUB – The Saint Matthew Book Club will meet on Wednesday, October 27 at 7:00 p.m. in the Saint Michael Room. We will be discussing the book My Life is a Miracle by Sister Bernadette Moriau. All are welcome. (Please note: there will be no meeting in November due to Thanksgiving.)

SAVE THE DATE – Saint Matthew Parish is planning a fun celebration for All Saints Day. Mark your calendar for Sunday, October 31 at 1:15 p.m. and plan to attend! The celebration will include prayer & saint procession in church, snacks and games in the St. Anthony Room and Trunk or Treat in the PAC parking lot! Please visit https://www.stmatthew.net/all-saints-day-event for more information and to register. We hope to see you there!

FALL PARISH CONSULTATION SESSIONS COMING! As part of the ongoing strategic process for Real Presence, Real Future, the Diocese of Columbus will be hosting Consultation Sessions for each parish throughout the Fall. St. Matthew’s sessions will be held on Saturday, October 30 and Saturday, November 6 from 9:00-11:00 a.m. via Zoom videoconferencing. Parishioner participation in these sessions is critical to helping shape the future of the Diocese of Columbus. The feedback provided during these sessions will be used to draft new models for review by parishioners in early 2022. Every parishioner in the Diocese is encouraged to attend! Registration is required by logging on to www.realpresencerealfuture.org. (Even if you are not able to participate, register anyway. All registrants will receive a link to the recording via email after the session.)

CHRISTMAS WREATHS – BOY SCOUT TROOP 317 FUND RAISER – DEADLINE IS TODAY – Boy Scout Troop 317 sponsored by St. Matthew Parish is taking orders for Christmas Wreaths and door sprays. The deadline to order is today, Sunday, October 17. Delivery will be around third week of November. Checks should be sent to Mr. Tom Liszkay, 457 Tresham Road, Gahanna, Ohio 43230. For more information, please contact Tom at [email protected] or by phone at 614-476-2044 (please leave your name and return phone number while speaking slowly and clearly). Checks should be made out to "Boy Scout Troop 317 BSA." Orders should be made by e-mail or phone. Our products for sale include our 25 inch Classic Wreath ($25), and our Classic Door Spray ($20), and our 25 inch Victorian Wreath ($30). Our Boy Scout prayer is that you stay safe and well during this season. Be Prepared!

ATTENTION MEN! Do you want to develop a closer relationship with God? Do you like to snow ski or snowboard? If so, please consider joining Wilderness Outreach on its 5th annual Wilderness Outreach ski trip to Summit County, Colorado, February 6-12, 2022. Fr. Ryan Schmit will be our chaplain. This outing will include Liturgy of the Hours, Daily Mass, and as much skiing/snowboarding as your legs can handle. We will also read a book on masculine spirituality or related topic prior to arrival and discuss that book each night after dinner. A rough estimate of costs is around $1,800.00 for condo, airfare, lift tickets, rental car, and food. If you are interested or need more information, please contact Deacon Christopher Walsh at [email protected] or 614-580-7059. Space is extremely limited, so reserve your spot today!

PRO-LIFE CORNERDuring Respect Life Month this October, we will be presenting bulletin inserts from the USCCB Respect Life site. This week’s bulletin insert is entitled “How to Build a Culture of Life.”The following are the events planned for this month. In particular, note our 40 Days for Life parish day scheduled for this coming Monday.• 40 Days for Life parish day for St. Matthew this Monday,

October 18 – the feast day of St. Luke. The link for the Sign-Up Genius for this prayer vigil is https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0a4eaeaf2da2fd0-40days1.

• Pro-Life Rosary in the main Church on Tuesday, October 26 at 7:00 p.m. Following the Rosary, there will be a Pro-Life Committee meeting at 7:30 p.m., in the Undercroft Library, to which all are invited.

If you are interested in learning more about St. Matthew’s Pro-Life group, please contact Jeff Solinger at [email protected] or 614-506-2382.


KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS ST. JUDE COUNCIL 5801

Knights are the right arm of the Church and involved in charitable works in our Parish.

Knights are a fraternity united with Christ. Learn more at KofC5801.org.

STATIONS OF THE CROSS – Join the Knights every 4th Wednesday of the month for Stations of the Cross in the church starting at 6:30 p.m. All are welcome.

KNIGHT OF THE YEAR – Congratulations to Max Maksimoski..

FAMILY OF THE YEAR – Congratulations to the Alan Ratliff Family.

PARISH PROJECTSGiven the generosity of our parishioners, the Facilities Team is pleased to provide regular updates on St. Matthew campus projects, improvements, and ongoing initiatives to provide a safe, healthy, and prayerful environment.This past week, we took more steps to protect the health and safety of our students and staff. We also found out there is a downside to increasing campus activities.After several missed delivery dates, our 45 air purifiers arrived and were distributed throughout the school. Purchased with EANS (Federal money), these machines utilize true HEPA H13 filters catching 99% of particles to 0.1 microns providing a healthier classroom environment. Coupled with a school mask mandate, nightly cleaning, and electrostatic spray disinfection systems, we remain in the forefront of doing what we can to control the spread of viruses.Campus logistics remains a priority as we manage drop-off and pick-up of students from over 250 cars and a dozen buses, all in less than twenty minutes two times each day. Additional signs have been added to keep lanes clear of parked cars. Freshening up parking lot lines remains on the schedule, but is a challenge between school and increased weekend activities. Weather permitting, we plan to paint the parking lots on Friday, October 22 when there is no school. Please drive carefully as there will be many more cones throughout the campus.Speaking of a busy campus, our Facilities Team asks for your help, particularly on the weekends. When several groups utilize kitchens, rooms, and areas, one after another, trash piles up, accidents occur, and furniture gets moved. We are doing our best to ensure cleaning products are available, trash cans have extra liners in them, and janitorial closets are open. Please help clean up after your meetings and events. Moving furniture back where it was, wiping tables, cleaning up the kitchen and placing full trash bags in the janitor closets goes a long way to making our campus a great and enjoyable place to meet. Thanks again for your help.Please do not hesitate to email suggestions on how we can better serve you to [email protected]. Be safe, stay healthy, and God Bless.

TMIY IS RETURNING ON SATURDAY MORNINGS – All St. Matthew men are invited to attend the Saturday morning That Man Is You program. The morning will begin with a light breakfast around 7:20 a.m. followed by a TMIY short video presentation, and concluding with discussion about the presentation. If you are not familiar with the TMIY program, you may learn more about it here: https://paradisusdei.org/that-man-is-you/. This year's program is titled Thy Kingdom Come and is outlined within the above website. No RSVPs needed. Any questions, please call/text Brian Gatch at 614-499-4836.

PILGRIMAGE TO POLAND WITH SR. PAULINA, O.P., SR. LEONARDA, O.P. AND FR. DAVID SCHALK – Join this guided journey through Poland, June 8-21, 2022, which is a perfect balance of faith, history and culture. Follow in the footsteps of Pope Saint John Paul II. Visit Czestochowa, the spiritual center of Poland, where you will attend Mass at the Jasna Gora Monastery and pray in front of the Black Madonna. Hear the stories about the Franciscan friar, St. Maximilian Kolbe, as well as St. Faustina, an apostle of the Divine Mercy. This custom pilgrimage is facilitated by Globus Vacations and is priced from $3,851 per person. For additional information and pricing details, please contact Lisa Janzen, Elite Travel at 614-371-7281 or [email protected].

ST. MATTHEW SOCIAL CONCERNS COMMITTEE – Our parish has formed a Social Concerns Committee that will advocate for multiple aspects of Catholic Social Teaching, including pro-life work, advocacy for the poor, and other social issues. If you are interested in learning more about this group or would like to be involved, please contact Jim Gernetzke at [email protected].

NEW TO THE PARISH? YOU CAN NOW REGISTER ONLINE – To register as a parish member, you can stop in the office or register online at http://www.stmatthew.net/new-parishioners and we will contact you with more information.

FOLLOW ST. MATTHEW ON SOCIAL MEDIA! Follow our social media accounts for updates on Parish events, worship times, and more! Facebook: @StMatthewGahanna; Twitter: @GahannaStMatts; Instagram: @stmatthewapostle.

PLEASE HELP US KEEP YOUR RECORDS CURRENT! In an effort to ensure that our Parish database stays current, we are requesting that you update the Parish Roster form when you have a life event change such as change of address, marital status, birth of a child, etc. The form can be accessed via http://www.stmatthew.net/parish-roster-update or under Quick Links on Saint Matthew’s main page. If you have questions, please call the Parish Office at 614-471-0212. We appreciate your time, cooperation and commitment to the parish.

IF A FAMILY MEMBER IS SICK OR SERIOUSLY ILL, consider contacting the Parish Office at 614-471-0212 for one of the priests to administer the Sacrament of Holy Eucharist and the Anointing of the Sick. Due to HIPAA privacy laws, hospitals no longer notify church offices when parishioners are admitted. As well, in the case of serious illness, families are encouraged to contact us early allowing the priest and patient to talk about any spiritual needs they may have including receiving the Sacrament of Penance.

WE WELCOME INTO OUR FAMILY OF FAITH the following child who was baptized on Sunday, October 10: Hannah Michell Alford.

WE PRAY FOR THOSE WHO HAVE DIED – Alex Gray, son of Paul & Carla Gray, brother of Daniel Gray and grandson of Shirley Maietta; and Bill Parry, uncle of Shawn Parry.


CHARITABLE WORKS MINISTRY NEWSRecap of September 2021 – The St. Matthew Charitable Works Ministry provided an estimated 6,270 meals to 187 households within the Gahanna community during the month of September. Thank you for your continued support to those families who are experiencing difficult times.

2021 FOOD REQUESTS

INDIVIDUALS SERVED

EST. MEALS PROVIDED*

EOY 2020 1,622 4,108 61,620

Ist Qtr 575 1,362 20,430

2nd Qtr 571 1,304 19,560

July 193 421 6,315

August 181 429 6,435

September 187 418 6,270

Year to Date 1,707 3,934 59,010

*3 meals/day x 5 daysOur normal hours of operation are from 10:00 a.m.-noon, Monday-Friday and now 6:00-8:00 p.m. on Thursday. We are located within the PSR building (the old convent). All are welcome to visit the location to observe what we do and, if the Spirit moves you, become a part of our Ministry. You can sign up to volunteer at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040945aeaa2aa5f94-charitable.

SACRED HEART CONGRESS – You are invited to attend the 10th Annual Sacred Heart Congress either in person (or by Live Stream) on Saturday, November 6 from 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at St. Paul the Apostle Church in Westerville. Please visit www.welcomehisheart.com for more information and to register. ST. CHARLES INFORMATIONAL MEETINGS – St. Charles Preparatory School will be hosting a series of casual informational meetings all around the greater Columbus area in October. Parents and guardians of young men in 6th, 7th or 8th grade are encouraged to join us for an opportunity to learn more about St. Charles from other current families! For locations and registration, visit cardinalchats.scprep.org or phone the school’s admissions team at 380-209-2228. CATHOLIC MEN’S LUNCHEON CLUB IS FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 5 – Fr. Michael Hartge will address Catholic Men's Luncheon Club on Friday, November 5, 2021. Please join us at St. Patrick Church in downtown Columbus for lunch and to hear Fr. Michael Hartge, Moderator of the Curia, speak about the Columbus Diocese’ Real Presence, Real Future initiative. Holy Mass (optional) begins at 11:45 a.m. followed by lunch at 12:10 p.m. and Father Hartge’s remarks. Free parking available in the Columbus State Grant Avenue parking lot (25-S) across the street from St. Patrick. No reservations are necessary and $10.00 covers the lunch and meeting. Bring a friend! For information on Catholic Men’s Luncheon Club, visit www.catholicmensministry.com/cmlc. Our December luncheon will feature newly ordained Fr. Stephen Ondrey. SAVE THE DATE OCTOBER 23 – The Columbus Catholic Young Adult Conference is being held on Saturday, October 23 at St. John Neumann Catholic Church in Sunbury. The theme of the conference is "No Fear in Love." Inspired by the scripture verse Deuteronomy 31:8, this conference will bring together hundreds of young adults (ages 19-35) in prayer, fellowship and the opportunity to encounter Christ in a transformative way. To register, attendees can visit www.ccyac.org/register.CHILDREN’S BOOK DRIVE – Christ Child Society chapters across the country are banding together to collect 100,000 children’s books and distribute them to children in need. Christ Child Society of Columbus is part of this massive effort. One of the best indicators of academic success is getting children’s books into homes and then reading them to our kids. Yet, 61% of low-income families have no children’s books. With that in mind, please drop off NEW or GENTLY used, baby board books to 2ND grade reading level at 38 W. Stafford Ave. Worthington 43085; 578 Woodlawn Ave. Westerville, 43081; 7133 Coventry Woods, Dr. Dublin, 43017 or 5277 East Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43213 the week of October 25-29. Christ Child Columbus is working with Reach Out and Read Columbus supplying books to 13 Children’s Hospital outpatient clinics so that your donations will go to children that need them. Help us build up reading levels and advance childhood literacy! For more information or to donate, go to www.ChristChildSociety.org. Donate directly from our Amazon book list at www.tinyurl.com/ccsbookdrive.BEWARE OF PHONY E-MAILS AND TEXTS STILL CIRCULATING Please note that there still have been numerous phony e-mails/texts sent to unsuspecting persons (clergy, teachers, parishioners, others) from alleged priests of the Diocese requesting funds to purchase various gift cards for alleged charitable and pastoral reasons. Please be aware that there is a new scam using text messages to convey similar requests. If you receive any kind of communication, please contact the person directly to verify the authenticity of the solicitation or, at least to notify the person that a scam is underway using their identity. Thank you.

BETHESDA HEALING MINISTRY – We deliver HOPE. If you (or someone you know) is struggling from a past abortion experience, please call: 614-309-0157.

OPEN HOUSE AT ST. FRANCIS DESALES HIGH SCHOOL – Discover the St. Francis DeSales High School DIFFERENCE at Open House on Sunday, November 7. This signature event is designed to be more than just a tour – it is an interactive experience that highlights the beauty of our campus, people and programs. Customize your visit to experience St. Francis DeSales High School in a way that is as unique as you are! Your personalized visit will include: an admissions overview; a campus tour led by a St. Francis DeSales High School student ambassador; a co-curricular fair highlighting athletic programs, performing arts, and student organizations; opportunities to engage in one-on-one discussions with teachers, advisors and coaches; presentations, department spotlights, and small group meetings that provide academic previews; and an admissions consultation with assistance in creating your application for the Class of 2026. To accommodate the high interest in our Open House and to provide individual attention to all of our guests, we will offer three Open House Welcome sessions starting at 11:00 a.m., 11:45 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Each session is limited to 80 families and preregistration is required. Please register at www.sfdstallions.org/open-house.

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A family chiropractor focused on Prenatal & Pediactric care, helping

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St. Matthew Parishioner

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