Welcome

We thank the Lord, that He has brought you to the website of St. Matthew Lutheran Church and School.  God has a plan and adventure waiting for all of us.  Perhaps you are new to the community or simply visiting us for the first time, please join us for worship and fellowship.

While browsing through our website, you will find out that there are many programs for all members of your family. St. Matthew is a great place to start your weekly spiritual values.  Once here we hope to fill your hearts through the Word, prayer and song.

• Bring your kids to a place they can enjoy!
• Join our members on their journey with Christ!
• Make strides in your spiritual growth!

We welcome you to worship with us and are excited to meet you!

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Welcome from The Rev. Timothy Kinne
Blessings to you in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ!  It would be an honor, a privilege and a pleasure to have the opportunity to meet you.  Please know that you are always welcome at St. Matthew, to be present at a Worship Service, to participate in a Bible Study, to attend one of the many events offered through the year by the congregation, or to simply stop in and say Hi!


from The Rev. Edward Blonski
I’m glad you stopped by! But I wanted you to know that sometimes you’ll find me at the church, in my office. Sometimes you’ll see me up in front of the sanctuary leading worship or preaching. There are times you’ll see me in front of a group of men and women leading a Bible study. And maybe sometimes you’ll see me walking on one of the trails in the forest preserves or neighborhoods in Lake County. No matter where you find me, I’m always glad to see you and I’ll do what I can to take the time to talk with you (if I’m preaching or leading worship, we will have to wait till after the last song).
Pastor Blonski's January 2019 VOICE Article "Who Am I?"

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All Worship Services at St. Matthew

1. Are designed to be Bible Based, Vibrant and Christ Centered.
2. Include a Children's Sermon (Feeding of the Lambs) with a brief message geared to reach into the hearts and lives of the young children! 
3. Offer Bible centered teaching in order to provide practical applications to life's situations. The messages are inspirational and will encourage and challenge each worshipper in their relationship with God, family, and friends. 

Saturday Evening Worship Service
                         5:30 p.m.  Classic Liturgical Service (Casual Dress)
                         (The Sacrament of the Altar is celebrated on the Saturday following the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month)

Sunday Morning Worship Services and Educational Hour

•  8:00 a.m.   Classic Liturgical Service 

                      (The Sacrament of the Altar is celebrated on the 1st, 3rd and 5th Sunday of the Month)
                      Using a variety of the Historic Liturgies, a regular rhythm to the worship practices of St. Matthew is maintained.  This service is blessed by the
                      participation of the choirs and musical ensembles and people usually attend in Business/Business Casual dress. 
 
        Following the 8:00 a.m. service, there is fellowship in Luther Hall.  This is where you can find the famous donut holes, coffee and juice. 

• 9:20 a.m.  Christian Education Hour & (Sunday School, Youth Bible Study and Adult Bible Study) 

                     During this time, there is Sunday School (preschool - 4th grade), pre-confirmation for grades 5 and 6, Adult Bible Study, Middle & High School Bible Study,
                     and Adult Instruction Class. Click Here to view the bible study opportunities.

• 10:45 a.m.  Creative Contemporary Service

              (The Sacrament of the Altar is celebrated on the 1st, 3rd and 5th Sundays of the Month)
               The Creative - Contemporary worship service at St. Matthew brings together dynamic music, moving real life stories, and stirring Bible-based teachings.
                In a sense, there is something for everyone.  Worshipers’ dress is casual.

Thursday Evening Worship Service (June Through August)
              7:00 p.m.  Classic Liturgical Service (Casual Dress)
              (The Sacrament of the Altar is celebrated on the Thursday following the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month)

• How can I get involved? - The "We Care Card" that you will be asked to fill out starts the process.  Ask the Pastor to visit you, ask our prayer team to for you, or simply note that for instance you would like to be a member of one of our musical family.  You will be contacted by the appropriate team member in a short period of time.  There are many organizations / ministries within St. Matthew.  Click Here to view these ministries.

• Special Services - There are many special services offered throughout the year:  Advent, Lent, Ascension,Thanksgiving, New Year's Eve are just a few of the services offered for your family worship. Click Here to view the Special Service Calendar.

When you arrive at St. Matthew Lutheran Church, there are four parking lots, one on each side of the building.  Handicapped parking is available and designated by blue signs or pavement markings.  You may enter the building through doors, 1,2,4, 7 and 13.  Once arriving there is a congregational member to greet you and answer any questions that you may have like--Where is the bathroom?"  Also greeting you will be a member of our Deacon team as well as our pastoral staff.


How do I Contact a Pastor?
The Pastoral Staff of St. Matthew Lutheran Church works as a team ministry. You will always be able to contact one of them, day or night.  We have voice mail and listed phone numbers. Senior Pastor Timothy Kinne and Pastor Edward Blonski will be happy to hear from you in person, by phone or e-mail. You can also connect them via their personal contact information:

Pastor Timothy Kinne
PastorKinne@StMattsOnline.com
Church - 847.438.7709 Ext. 228
224.360.2629

Pastor Edward Blonski
Blonski@StMattsOnline.com
Church - 847.438.7709 Ext. 227
909.373.7936


How Do I Become a Member at St. Matthew?
 St. Matthew Lutheran Church welcomes members into our community of faith in many ways.

1. Being baptized at St. Matthew automatically makes one a baptized member of St. Matthew.
2. Adult members and families may transfer their membership to St. Matthew from other congregations of the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod.
3. Other Christians may join St. Matthew after completing our Adult Discipleship Class, which teaches about St. Matthew and reviews the basics of the Christian faith.
4. Those becoming Christians also complete the Adult Discipleship Class, at which time they may be baptized and confirmed in the Christian faith. The Adult Discipleship Class is offered 3 or 4 times throughout the year. Call 847.438.7709 for more information.

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