SHINE with April Showers
April 5 - May 3, 2025 - Fundraising Event

SHINE EVENT
May 3, 2025 | 5:00pm-7:00pm

​Details
It is time to SHINE with LCMS Northern Illinois District’s district-wide servant event “SHINE”. 
St. Matthew will be participating in giving witness to the love of Jesus through acts of service to their neighbors and communities.   

For all event details, click below.​

Welcome to St. Matthew Lutheran Church
​& Early Childhood Center

​Join us for worship Saturday at 4:00pm or Sunday at 8:00am or 10:45am
​We look forward to seeing you!
The Campus of St. Matthew Lutheran Church & Early Childhood Center will be
closed on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, due to a scheduled plumbing project.
During this time, the building’s water supply will be turned off.
If you need assistance, please contact the church office at 847-438-7709.
Thank you for your understanding.
Seeking the boundless need around us and
exploring ways we can support that need
with the boundless love of Jesus
that encourages us to live in His boundless hope.
The answer to all need is Jesus, who is love. Love is not limited to what we feel for others or what they feel from us. Love is actually a person: Jesus Christ, the Son of God, our Savior. Through His love and grace, we will not perish but have eternal life. As we become the conduit of Jesus’ love, the Holy Spirit will create a life of boundless hope ​in the person whose need is discovered–whatever that need happens to be.

Welcome to St. Matthew

We're glad you've stopped by our website. God has a plan and adventure waiting for all of us. Perhaps you are new to the community or looking for a new church home. If you've never visited St. Matthew before, we'd love to see you this weekend.

​You will find there are many programs for all members of your family. St. Matthew is a great place to start making strides in your spiritual growth. Once here we hope to fill your heart through the Word, prayer, and song. Bring your kids to a place they can begin and enjoy their journeys with Christ.

What's Happening at St. Matthew

SemiQuincentennial Celebration
June 27, 2026 | 4:00pm-8:00pm | East Parking Lot


Join us for this special event to celebrate the 250th birthday of the United States.

​RSVP by June 22nd.  
Vacation Bible Shool
July 20-24, 2026

Journey through Ireland in Emerald Crossing, where Psalm 23 comes to life!
Kids will explore God as Shepherd, Guide, Comforter, Provider, and King through David’s story, hands-on activities, and apologetics.

​Registration is now open!
"FORE" the Kids Golf Outing
July 26, 2026 | 1:00pm-5:00pm | Renwood Golf Course

Join us for and afternoon of golf, food, and fun at the 10th Annual 'FORE' the Kids Golf Outing!