Stewardship & Volunteer Opportunities
Christian Education
The Board of Christian Education is responsible for:
The Board of Christian Education is responsible for:
- Fostering the spiritual growth in the life of our congregational children
- Strengthening the Christian home and helping to equip parent(s), children and young people for Christian family living
- Providing leadership education for teachers, officers and workers
- Responsible for planning, administering, directing and supervising all Christian educational programs
- Other responsibilities as outlined in the Constitution and Bylaws
Deacons
The Board of Deacons is responsible for:
The Board of Deacons is responsible for:
- Assisting the pastor(s) in all matters pertaining to the spiritual welfare of the congregation in worship, partaking of the Sacraments, supporting whole life stewardship, and practicing Christian life
- Ensuring all services are conducted in a manner conducive to worship among those in attendance
- Assisting the pastor(s) in arranging for pulpit assistance, special services, and guest speakers
- Other responsibilities as outlined in the Constitution and Bylaws
Outreach and Parish Life
The Board of Outreach and Parish Life is responsible for:
The Board of Outreach and Parish Life is responsible for:
- Evangelism and outreach
- Human Care ministries
- Church functions, and church sponsored events except those under the Board of Christian Education
- Other responsibilities as outlined in the Constitution and Bylaws
Stewardship and Finance
The Board of Stewardship and Finance is responsible for:
The Board of Stewardship and Finance is responsible for:
- Management and reporting of all financial aspects of the Church and School including stewardship, grants and bequests
- Prepare an annual budget
- Prepare, present and maintain a permanent record of monthly and year-to-date financial statements
- Other responsibilities as outlined in the Constitution and Bylaws
Trustees
The Board of Trustees is responsible for:
The Board of Trustees is responsible for:
- Maintenance and upkeep of the interior and exterior of the church, educational facilities, offsite properties, outbuildings and the cemetery
- Manages all contracts and well as the real estate and personal property of the Congregation including the operations of the cemetery.
- Other responsibilities as outlined in the Constitution and Bylaws
Altar Guild
Beauty in the church is not a matter of indifference. God gave us special instructions for beautifying the tabernacle and the temple and their services in the Old Testament. (Exodus 25-27, Numbers 4, Kings 5-7 and Chronicles 3-4).
Each month volunteers dedicate themselves to the Lord to prepare His house for worship. Altar Guild teams work closely with each other in making preparation for worship services. If you would like to become a member in serving His house at St. Matthew-Hawthorn Woods, please contact Lori Johnson.
Should you like to make a donation to place floral arrangements in memory or celebration of loved ones, this request is coordinated through the Church Office.
"O God, accept and bless the work of our hands to the care and adornment of your sanctuary that you may be glorified, through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord."
Beauty in the church is not a matter of indifference. God gave us special instructions for beautifying the tabernacle and the temple and their services in the Old Testament. (Exodus 25-27, Numbers 4, Kings 5-7 and Chronicles 3-4).
Each month volunteers dedicate themselves to the Lord to prepare His house for worship. Altar Guild teams work closely with each other in making preparation for worship services. If you would like to become a member in serving His house at St. Matthew-Hawthorn Woods, please contact Lori Johnson.
Should you like to make a donation to place floral arrangements in memory or celebration of loved ones, this request is coordinated through the Church Office.
"O God, accept and bless the work of our hands to the care and adornment of your sanctuary that you may be glorified, through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord."
Coffee Hour
Each Sunday immediately following the 8:00 a.m. Worship Service, members of the congregation gather in Luther Hall for coffee, juice and pastries. Why not stop by and enjoy friendship and fellowship for all ages. If you would like to be a "Host" of Coffee Hour, please contact the church office.
Each Sunday immediately following the 8:00 a.m. Worship Service, members of the congregation gather in Luther Hall for coffee, juice and pastries. Why not stop by and enjoy friendship and fellowship for all ages. If you would like to be a "Host" of Coffee Hour, please contact the church office.
COOL Food Pantry
The mission of the Christian Outreach of Lutherans (COOL) is to give comprehensive assistance to families in need, by reducing hunger and homelessness, while encouraging personal growth and self-sufficiency. Serving all of Lake County.
Bread for Life Sunday: Every last Sunday of the month will be Bread for Life Sunday. The Food Pantry Team meets on the following Monday to package and delivery the blessed loaves to COOL in Waukegan.
The mission of the Christian Outreach of Lutherans (COOL) is to give comprehensive assistance to families in need, by reducing hunger and homelessness, while encouraging personal growth and self-sufficiency. Serving all of Lake County.
Bread for Life Sunday: Every last Sunday of the month will be Bread for Life Sunday. The Food Pantry Team meets on the following Monday to package and delivery the blessed loaves to COOL in Waukegan.
Ladies Aid
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LERT
St. Matthew has partnered with Lutheran Church Charities and the L.E.R.T. Program.
Disasters can happen anytime, anywhere. In disasters, LCC volunteers serve
as the hands and feet of Jesus Christ to those who are suffering and in need.
For more information on how to a part of this great team, please contact the Church office.
Members of St. Matthew assisted Lutheran Church Charities Crosses for Losses ministry program by painting hearts and fish which are then assembled, scripted and attached to crosses. For more information on the LCC Crosses for Losses program, go to https://www.lutheranchurchcharities.org/crossesforlosses.html
St. Matthew has partnered with Lutheran Church Charities and the L.E.R.T. Program.
Disasters can happen anytime, anywhere. In disasters, LCC volunteers serve
as the hands and feet of Jesus Christ to those who are suffering and in need.
For more information on how to a part of this great team, please contact the Church office.
Members of St. Matthew assisted Lutheran Church Charities Crosses for Losses ministry program by painting hearts and fish which are then assembled, scripted and attached to crosses. For more information on the LCC Crosses for Losses program, go to https://www.lutheranchurchcharities.org/crossesforlosses.html
Lutheran Women's Missionary League
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Meals on Wheels
St. Matthew Lutheran Church and School has a "Meals On Wheels Team". Team members deliver meals to individuals and families in the community every fourth (4th) week of the month.
St. Matthew Lutheran Church and School has a "Meals On Wheels Team". Team members deliver meals to individuals and families in the community every fourth (4th) week of the month.
Sharing the Joy
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Women's Guild
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Comfort Dog
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Choir
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Sunday School
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Boy/Cub Scouts
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St. Matters
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