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The Meaning of the Advent Candle
The Meaning of the Advent Candles
Five simple candles tell the story of Christ's birth and the reasons God sent His only Son to the earth...
The candle of HOPE reminds us of the prophets words and the promises they shared with all those who heard.
The candle of PEACE reminds us to prepare our hearts, because it is within us that true worship starts.
The candle of JOY reminds us how the angels came to announce god's good news and glorify His name.
The candle of LOVE is our response to Gods Son as we so humbly thank Him for all He has done.
The Final Candle stands tall above all the rest because it is fro the One who is brightest and best....
The candle of CHRIST reminds us of the reason we rejoice and celebrate in the Christmas season!
Praying your blessed as you joyfully welcome Christ into your home and hearts. -
Church Community News
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Tuesday, 19 December, we will celebrate the 108th Anniversary of the Dedication of the All Saints Church. Mass will take place at 7:00 pm. A light reception will follow in the Activities Building.Read More
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The Angel/Sharing Tree has been a tradition among our parish churches for over 30 years. This year, in addition to our parishioners who are in Nursing Homes and shut-ins, community organizations will be contacted to provide names to be placed on the “Angel” cards which will be on the trees in all of our Church buildings. The agencies we are supporting are: Bread of Life Food Pantry, Catholic Charities, Etna Commons, Vincentian Nursing Home, Little Sisters of the Poor, Genesis, Lifeline, St. Mary’s Courtyard, and our Parish Nursing Home residents and shut-ins. The “Angel” cards will be available the weekend of November 25th and 26th and gifts must be returned by the December 16th and 17th weekend. Monetary donations will also be accepted for those of you who would rather have the Ladies of Charity purchase a gift on your behalf. If using a check please make payable to “Ladies of Charity, St. Matthew’s Parish”. Thank you for your continued support of this wonderful parish tradition. May Christ, our Hope, continue to bless you.Read More -
If you are waiting for the last minute to get your “Lucky Number” for 2024, the time is NOW. There are approximately 30 tickets left. The 2024 Year-Long Lottery Ticket Order Form in the Parish Documents section of this website. Return Order Form together with a check made out to St. Matthew Parish by placing them in an envelope marked “SMP 2024 Year-Long Lottery” and drop into any of our four church collections or return via mail to: St. Matthew Parish, 3616 Mt. Troy Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15212. Your Ticket stub/stubs will be sent to you. If you have any questions, please call 412-821-2351 ext. 384 and leave a voice message.Read More
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Wednesday, December 13th the youth group will be joining the Lumen Christi group for their Christmas Party! It will be in Newmeyer Hall from 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm.---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SMP Youth Ministry is now on Instagram: Follow us at: www.instagram.comstmatthewpgh_ariseym/ -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We are starting a Junior Ladies of Charity! If you want to get more involved with service in the community and in the Parish this is the group to join! It is for Young Women in grades 7th thru 12th! If you would like more information or are interested in joining, please contact Morgan Hall at: [email protected] or ext. 415Read More -
St. Matthew Parish has available low-gluten hosts for those who have difficulties with Celiac Disease and other similar disorders. According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, products containing less than 20 ppm (parts per million) may be labeled as "gluten free." An article in the magazine Gluten-Free Living states that the equivalent of 27,000 ppm (10 milligrams) per day is usually safe, though this number may well vary from person to person. The low-gluten hosts from our provider are 100ppm and are approved for use by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. If you are in need of a low-gluten host, please come to the sacristy (where the Priest and Deacon vest). There the Priest will discuss with you how you will be able to receive safely.Read More
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Tweets From Fr. Gretz
James R. Gretz
@JRGretz
#Advent “We have seen incredible things today.” Isaiah envisioned the barren become lush,those sick healed, etc. The Pharisees & teachers of the law weren't able to envision anything good from God. Yet the men bringing the paralytic did. What incredible things will YOU see today?
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Today's Readings
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Livestream of Mass for Oct are as follows:
December 8th 8:00 am
December 10th 9:00 amKeep an eye on this page as livestream masses may be cancelled or moved due to lack of help.
If you know of anyone that would love to help with this ministry please contact Anna at the parish office. [email protected] -
Saint Matthew Parish Obituaries
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Saint Matthew Parish Hall/Gym Rentals
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Saint Matthew Parish Express Railroad Holiday Train Display
Saint Aloysius Campus 2nd floor Opening Friday after Thanksgiving 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Saturdays and Sundays Thru January 14, 2024 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Free Admission. Donations Accepted.
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