St. Matthew the Apostle

Catholic Church 2715 North Sarah Street

Saint Louis, Missouri 63113-2940

Office: (314) 531-6443 or (314) 531-6444

Fax: (314) 533-7318

Email Address: stmatthews@sbcglobal.net

Website: www.stmatthewtheapostle.org

Office Hours: Monday—Friday 9 AM to 5 PM

MASS SCHEDULE

Sunday: 9:30 AM, St. Matthew Church

Monday: 8:00 AM, Sts. Teresa & Bridget Rectory

Tuesday-Wednesday: 8:00 AM, St. Matthew Rectory

Thursday: 11:00 AM, St. Matthew Rectory

Friday: 7:00 AM, Missionaries of Charity Chapel

Saturday: 5:00 PM, St. Matthew Church

Feast Days: 6:00 PM, St. Matthew Church

RECONCILIATION By appointment only

Parish Staff

Parish Life Coordinator: Cheryl Archibald

Pastoral Associate: Father Kevin Cullen, S.J.

Parish Secretary: Peg Murphy

RCIA Coordinator: Cheryl Archibald

Music Minister: Judith Jackson

Youth and Young Adult Minister: Pam Mason

Bookkeeper: Eric Thimsen

Pastoral Council

Sheryl Williams, Chair

Trevor Green, Vice Chair

Jesuits in Residence

Father Thomas Greene, S.J.

Father Daniel White, S.J.

COMMUNITY HELP ORGANIZATIONS

St. Vincent DePaul Society 2715 North Sarah Street 289-6101, mailbox 1169

Northside Youth & Senior Service Center 4120 Maffitt Ave. 531-4161 or 531-1937

St. Charles Lwanga Center 4746 Carter Ave. 367-7929

C. H. I. P. S. Health & Wellness Center 2431 North Grand Blvd. 652-9231

St. Louis Catholic Academy 4720 Carter Ave. 389-0401

Northside Community Housing 4067 Lincoln Ave. 534-5400

Stanley & Clayton Rice Family Center* 4145 Kennerly Ave. 531-6443

* NO RENTAL OF THE FAMILY CENTER AT THIS TIME.

For instructions in the Catholic Faith, or in the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation,

Reconciliation or First Communion, call the Office.

For marriages, call the Office 6 months in advance.

Over 100 Years

in the “Ville”

Founded

1893

Founded 1893

Building the Kingdom of God

for over 125 Years in “The Ville”

Sunday, July 19, 2020

Saturday Vigil, July 18, 2020

Sunday, July 19, 2020

Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Reading I

Wisdom 12: 13, 16-19

You give repentance for sins.

Reflection: This passage from the Book of

Wisdom reveals a caring God. Not a God

far away from the human condition.

Rather. This God is lenient and likely to

offer repentance. This God is slow to

anger and shows power in justice. Do I

meet this caring God on the good ground

of hope in my life?

Psalm 86

Lord, you are good and forgiving.

Reading II

Romans 8: 26-27

The Spirit intercedes with

inexpressible groanings.

Reflection: Last week, St. Paul said that

we join all of creation in groaning for what

PARISH MISSION STATEMENT: The very heart of St. Matthew the Apostle Catholic Church is Jesus Christ present on the

altar. Our mission, born at that altar, is to be sent forth into our neighborhood in order to

build up the Kingdom of God. The labor of this effort must address in deed more than in

word the needs of our people.

is yet to come. Today’s passage explains how

the Spirit intercedes for us with inexpressible

groaning. The on-going desire of the Spirit is

to help us in our need. Do I ask the Holy

Spirit to help me in my prayers and needs?

Gospel

Matthew 13: 24-43

Let them grow together until harvest.

Reflection: In St. Matthew’s gospel, we have

more parables that take us into the fields to

reflect on the seed that has been sown. God

is patient, allowing the crops that bear fruit

and the weeds to grow side by side. At the

harvest, the fruits of our lives will be known.

Do I listen with ears of faith to the promises

of God’s life growing within?

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Scripture Readings

for July 20—July 25, 2020

Ordinary Time / *Mass Intentions

Monday: Saint Apollinar is

Mi 6:1-8, Ps 53; Mt 12:38-42

*World Peace

St. Matthew Parish has resumed public Masses in our Church

with new safety requirements and protocol for everyone. Because of the Summer

heat and our ability to physically distance, our weekday Masses return to the

rectory. The Archbishop’s dispensation for attending Sunday Mass remains.

Sunday, July 19, 2020

Bible Study meets by Zoom with ongoing

conversation on the Psalms. For class on

Tuesday, July 21 please read Psalms 62-67.

To join the conversation, please send your

email address to stmatthews@sbcglobal.net.

Anima Christi

Soul of Christ, sanctify me.

Body of Christ, save me.

Blood of Christ, inebriate me.

Water from the side of Christ, wash me.

Passion of Christ, strengthen me.

O good Jesus, hear me.

Within your wounds, hide me.

Permit me not to be separated from you.

From the wicked enemy defend me.

At the hour of my death call me,

bid me come to your side, that with your

saints I may praise you forever and ever.

Amen

James Bank, Mary J. Briggs,

Susan Brooks, Ellis Burns, Ella Butler,

Tom Clarke, Doris Cotton, Sam Egeston,

Violet Hancock, Willie Mae Hall,

Cloteal Harris, Donnie Harris,

Michael Humbles, Michael Hunt,

Louise Hutchison, Morris Jones,

Gale Kirk, Joe Leake, Irma Logan,

Marcella McCoy, Sam Meyer,

Shirley Morris, Sammie Mae Page,

Joseph Piskulich, Marian Simms,

Marilyn Sims, Dorthelia Smith,

Shannon Stuart, William Watkins,

Carl Lewis Westfall,

William “Poochie” Westfall

Tuesday: Saint Lawrence of Brindisi

Mi 7:14-20; Ps 85; Mt 12:46-50

*People of the Parish

Wednesday: Saint Mary Magdalene

Sg 3:1-4b; Ps 64; Jn 20:1-18

*Dorothy Brown

Thursday: Saint Bridget

Jer 2:1-13; Ps 36; Mt 13:10-17

*Special Intentions

Friday: Saint Sharbel Makhlūf

Jer 3:14-1; Jer 31; Mt 13:18-23

*Benefactors

Saturday: Saint James, Apostle

2 Cor 4:7-15; Ps 126; Mt 20:20-28

*Deceased of the Parish

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Saturday Vigil, July 25, 2020

Sunday, July 26, 2020

Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Reading I

1 Kings 3: 5, 7-12

You have asked for wisdom.

Psalm 119

Lord, I love your commands.

Reading II

Romans 8: 28-30

God predestined us to be

conformed to the image of his Son.

Gospel

Matthew 13: 44-52

He sells all that he has and buys the field.

WE REMEMBER

Sunday, July 19, 2020

PASTOR’S CORNER

As disciples of Jesus, we care for the

seed of God’s Word growing within us.

Today after Mass, the Spiritual Life and

Worship Commission hosts Sunday

Conversation. This year’s survey will

help us examine how we practice our

faith in prayer and retreats.

Times and places for our renewal are

helpful. During summer, people move

outside to relax with friends. Spending

time with others on St. Matt’s Chats is a

virtual way of connecting. Spending

time with God deepens our devotion and

prayer. Meeting others in their needs

reveals our faith in action. Yesterday, the

St. Ann’s Novena began at her Shrine at

St. Nicholas Church and will go until

June 26. This week, two staff members

joined the Jesuit’s Colleagues Retreat;

a virtual retreat this year. An online

Bridges Information Session, hosted by

Pam Mason, is on Thursday, July 24 at

6:30 pm. The Bridges Program runs

from Sept. to May. All are welcome.

The Knights and Ladies of St. Peter

Claver host a “Sock Angel” drive. Bring

new socks through August to help people

served by Peter and Paul Community

Services and St. Patrick Center. We

await The Ville Block Party plans for

August 15th and what is needed.

As disciples of Jesus, we listen, reflect,

pray and act all throughout the summer

days ahead.

Pastoral Team

JULY BIRTHDAYS

Frederick Scurlock, Diamond Williams—3,

Ruby Carter—5, Ashley Walker—6,

Amina Hughes—8, Pat Nichols—9,

Juliet Iwelumnor Ezepue—10,

Angela Brand, Terez King—11,

Louis Buck—12,

Willie Royster Leake—13,

Toni Williams-Green—16,

Stella Mitchell-Ajagunna—17,

Brian Griffin II, Anastasia Jacobs—25,

Richard Anderson, Chizoba Ezepue,

Ernestine Jackson—26,

Barbara C. Williams—27

JULY ANNIVERSARIES

None

RESTING AT HOME

Brenda Bracken, Lurline Short,

Erica Short, Anene Hauschultz,

Stewart Patton, Kandace James,

Charlene Shannon, Cynthia Bailey

HOSPITAL/REHAB/NURSING HOME

Liz Bell - Northview Village

Henrietta Clay - Delmar Gardens West

Marsha Curry - Oak Knoll

Gregory Kibby - Delhaven Manor

Juanita Patton—Christian Extended Care

& Rehab

HOMEBOUND AND SICK

Angela Brand, Lorraine Buck,

Geraldine Chissem, Charity Green,

Flora Hailey, Mary Hoskins, Ricki Kibby,

Felicia Lee, Doris Mason,

Gretchen McCullum,

Tiffany Mingo, Crystal Small,

Eunice Stafford, Bradie Wilson

Sunday, July 19, 2020

Week of July 12th Attendance Masses on Weekdays: 8

Masses on Weekends: 39

July 11 and 12, 2020 Offertory

$ 2,824.32—General Fund

$ 570.00—Online Giving

Total Offertory for the Month of July

$ 4,906.32

Recipients for the Month of July

1st Sunday: Tithing for the Poor

(Archdiocese)

2nd Sunday: North Grand Neighborhood

Svcs. (Tiny Houses STL)

3rd Sunday: Habitat for Neighborhood

Business

4th Sunday: St. Vincent de Paul Society

Annual Catholic Appeal Update

2020 Parish Goal - $ 6,215.00

Total to date - $ 5,461.00

Participation - 49%

PARISH NEWS

St. Matthew the Apostle Protocol & Guidelines

Guidelines specific to St. Matthew Parish follows the Archdiocesan protocol.

Because of the summer heat and the ability for physical distancing, our weekday Masses

have returned to the rectory.

Everyone enters the Rectory or the Church single file, up the handicap ramp between

the Church and the Parish Office/ Rectory. Our temperature is taken and masks must be

worn, before each person will be directed to a place to sit. Masks remain on throughout the

service.

There are no processions in the Church. Directions will be given on how to receive

communion. We will be given directions on how to exit the Church. The office / rectory is

not open for meetings and all social gatherings are prohibited.

Archbishop Carlson is moving into Phase II Guidelines for parish communities in order for

people to remain well in mind, body and spirit.

All are welcome to return using the established guidelines and protocols.

SAVE THE DATE!

St. Matthew Virtual Auction

Sunday, September 13 @ 12 pm to

Saturday, September 19 @ 5 pm

This year’s annual fundraising event

will be held online. Information will

be found at:

www.stmatthewtheapostle.org

Events include:

Online week-long bidding

50/50 raffle drawing (Sat. at 5 pm)

Fund the Need

Invite your friends and family

to our virtual event.

Sunday, July 19, 2020

Spiritual Life and Worship Survey

The Spiritual Life and Worship Commission created this survey. (It should take less than 10 minutes).

If you would like assistance, please let us know. This survey is available on the parish website from

July 19 until August 2. To join the conversation go to Zoom and enter the Meeting ID: 865 2792 9244,

Password: Sunday or dial in +1 312 626 6799 or use the link on the Community Newsletter.

Gathering this information annually helps the commission members examine the parish needs and

resources, in light of our Parish Mission Statement. You are also welcome to speak directly with the

Commission's chair: Mr. Jerry Hall. Thank you for your time and reflection.

1) As a member of this faith community, how have I been nourished during the past year at

St. Matthew the Apostle Catholic Church or at other places?

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2) Living with the presence of the COVID-19 virus has affected all aspects of our lives. Have I found

video links, TV support, praying with Scripture, or personal supports to nourish me in my worship and

devotions, as I lived out of my faith during these unusual days?

Never Sometimes Usually Always

3) Does a regular, small group conversation interest me as a way to support for my Spiritual

Development during these days?

Never Sometimes Usually Always

4) Is my Spiritual Development strengthened by devotional prayers (novena, revival, rosary, scripture

reading, adoration, prayer hours, spiritual conversation, etc.)?

Never Sometimes Usually Always

5) Is my Spiritual Development deepened by on-going education and information (Sunday Conversation,

a parish organization’s program, a deanery event, an archdiocesan workshop, a national group or by

networking with another organization)?

Never Sometimes Usually Always

6) For your Spiritual Development, is there a retreat offering, a type of devotional prayer, or an on-going

formation/ workshop that would be helpful for growing into our faith?

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7) As a member of St. Matthew the Apostle Catholic Church, what are the areas of desire, hopes, needs;

areas for improvement and growth - especially concerning our liturgy, devotions, retreats and on-going

faith formation?

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Thank you for your time and reflections,

The Spiritual Life and Worship Commission Members

Submitted by ________________________________________________________________________

Sunday, July 19, 2020

IN REMEMBRANCE

Patrick W. Rush Patricia Rush

IN LOVING MEMORY

Mabel Hall Gregory Hall Leo Hall Jarvis Hall Gail Hall Mattie Hall

In Memory of

Clifton and Erna Martin

Alladin & Rezia Martin

William & Augusta Theriot

And All Family Members Who Have Passed

Habitat for Neighborhood Business We support existing and aspiring entrepreneurs and others who share our mission to

increase commercial investment in under-served neighborhoods.

Contact Gladys Smith, Program Administrator, at 314-977-3625.

“Strengthening Neighborhood Businesses”

The Bridges Retreat is an experience of the Spiritual Exercises retreat lived in daily life. St Matthew hosts

the program. Plan to attend the informational session on July 30 at 6:30 pm online via Zoom Meeting ID:

864 0481 8698, Password: 168401, or dial in: +1 312 626 6799 or use the link on the Community Newsletter.

Updated Parish Calendar

Saturday, July 18 - Mass, 5 pm

Sunday, July 19 - Mass, 9:30 am; First Holy Communion; Sunday Conversation:

(Spiritual Life & Worship Commission Survey), 11 am (online)

Monday, July 20 - PPC Agenda (online)

Tuesday, July 21 - Bible Study, 6 pm (online)

Saturday, July 25 - Confirmation celebrated with families; Mass, 5 pm

Sunday, July 26 - Ladies of Peter Claver (online)

Monday, July 27 - Stewardship Committee (online)

Tuesday, July 28 - Bible Study, 6 pm (online)

Thursday, July 30 - Bridges Info Session, 6:30 pm (online)

Friday, July 31 - Feast of St. Ignatius of Loyola

Saturday, August 1 - Mass, 5 pm

Sunday, August 2 - Mass, 9:30 am

Annual Silver and Gold Wedding Jubilee Mass for those celebrating 25, 50, or over 50 years of marriage

in 2020: The Mass will be held on Sunday, October 11, 2020 at the Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis at 2:30 p.m.,

celebrated by Archbishop Mitchell T. Rozanski.

Please register by September 11, 2020. For more details and registration, please visit archstl.org/jubilee or

call 314-792-7598.

Congratulations to Hatta Rose Br inkley and Lotanna Belle Ezeupue on receiving their First Holy

Communion.

Congratulations to Brennan Anderson, Dione Baloney, Hollye Ann Br inkley, Anthony Holmes, J r .,

Jadon Trice, and Carl Summers, Jr. on their Confirmation.

In Loving Memory of

Leroy & Maudesta Gougisha Jerone “Ronnie” Gougisha

In Loving Memory of James & Margaret Bland

Theresa Frisch-Gordon

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Beloved Father & Mother and Grandmother

Loving Memory of

Michael L. Bell. Sr. Edward A. Bell, Sr.

In Loving Memory of

Stanley & Clayton Rice Ernest &Lucinda Rice John & Mary Briggs

Clayton & Althlee Williams

Be a member of The Holy Name Society

Breakfast Club—2nd and 4th Sundays from 10:30-11:30 am in the Family Ctr.

In Beloved Memory of

Carl Jacob Westfall

Carl Lewis Westfall

Sophia Alexander Westfall

Ann A. Parker William “Beanie” Westfall

In Memory

of

Beaulah & Walter McPherson

Mildred & Barney Simms

And Other Family Members

In Loving Memory of Jannia Fields

Vivian Kirksey Henry Frank Clay, Jr.

In Loving Memory

of

Ida Collins Albert Mason, Jr.

Lindell Collins Ernest Collins

Lindell Collins, Jr. William Collins. Sr.

In Loving Memory of Burton & Ruby Woods, Paul & Victoria Powell,

George Powell, Willie Paul Powell, Charles “Bobby” Powell, Elenora Ross,

Mattie Toney, Elijah “Joe” Turnage, Equellia Woods

IN MEMORY OF CECIL A. GRANBERRY, SR. 1939-2015

In Memory of Helena C. Anthony Shawn C. Anthony

Lloyd Tilghman Francis Tilghman

Theresa Tilghman John O. Tilghman

In Memory

of Harrison & Minnie Lee Josephine Neal Daisy Whitley Morris Lee Sylvester Bassett Lillie Johnson

Be a member of

St. Ann Sodality

Attend Mass regularly Meetings every 3rd Sunday

In Memoriam

Oliver McCullum Raymond Prisby, Sr. Levester McCullum Mary Prisby Holliday Ruby Williams Gladys Prisby-Ross Willa Mae McFarley Raymond Prisby, Jr.

Virginia Ann Saunders Russell E. Prisby Vivian Prisby

In Memory of Earl Franklin Johnson, Sr. Earl Franklin Johnson, Jr.

Marian Fleming John E. Ford, Jr.

Ella & Willie Butler Samuel Sheppard Marquez Oliver

In Loving Memory of

Martin & Mae Duggan

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In loving memory of Thad Hollie, Jr., Esq.

“Therefore, my beloved, be steadfast, immovable, always abiding in the word of the Lord, because you

know that in the Lord your labor is not in vain.”

1 Corinthians 15:58

IN MEMORIAM

Deceased Members of St. Vincent de Paul Society @ St. Matthew

Beatrice Blackshear Leo Glaze Lillie Johnson

Henry Brown Cloteal Harris Al & Felecia Leake

Dorothy Cain Gwendolyn Harris Ruth Mitchell