Welcome

We thank the Lord, that He has brought you to the website of St. Matthew Lutheran Church and Early Childhood Center. 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.
We welcome you to worship with us and are excited to meet you!
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!
Welcome 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).
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 celebrates his 10th Installation Anniversary
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All Worship Services at St. Matthew
Saturday Evening Worship Service
Sunday Morning Worship Services and Educational Hour
participation of the choirs and musical ensembles.
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.
In a sense, there is something for everyone.
Thursday Evening Worship Service - Resumes Summer 2023
Special Services - There are many special services offered throughout the year: Advent, Lent, Ascension, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Eve are just a few of the services offered for your family worship.
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 pray for you, or simply note that, for instance, you would like to be a member of one of our musical groups. You will be contacted by the appropriate team member in a short period of time. There are many organizations and ministries at St. Matthew. Click Here to view these ministries.
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 door 4, 12 or 13. Once inside, you will be greeted by Pastor Blonski and/or a member of the Usher/Deacon team who can answer any questions that you may have.
How do I Contact a Pastor?
The staff of St. Matthew Lutheran Church works as a team ministry. You will always be able to contact pastor, day or night. We have voice mail and listed phone numbers. Pastor Ed Blonski will be happy to hear from you in person, by phone, text, or e-mail.
Pastor Edward Blonski
Blonski@StMattsOnline.com
Church - 847.438.7709 Ext. 103
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.
- Are designed to be Bible Based, Vibrant and Christ Centered.
- Communion is offered at each service.
- 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!
- 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
- 4:00pm Classic Liturgical Service (Casual Dresss)
Sunday Morning Worship Services and Educational Hour
- 8:00am Classic Liturgical Service
participation of the choirs and musical ensembles.
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.
- 10:45am Creative Contemporary Service
In a sense, there is something for everyone.
Thursday Evening Worship Service - Resumes Summer 2023
Special Services - There are many special services offered throughout the year: Advent, Lent, Ascension, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Eve are just a few of the services offered for your family worship.
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 pray for you, or simply note that, for instance, you would like to be a member of one of our musical groups. You will be contacted by the appropriate team member in a short period of time. There are many organizations and ministries at St. Matthew. Click Here to view these ministries.
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 door 4, 12 or 13. Once inside, you will be greeted by Pastor Blonski and/or a member of the Usher/Deacon team who can answer any questions that you may have.
How do I Contact a Pastor?
The staff of St. Matthew Lutheran Church works as a team ministry. You will always be able to contact pastor, day or night. We have voice mail and listed phone numbers. Pastor Ed Blonski will be happy to hear from you in person, by phone, text, or e-mail.
Pastor Edward Blonski
Blonski@StMattsOnline.com
Church - 847.438.7709 Ext. 103
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.
- Being baptized at St. Matthew automatically makes one a baptized member of St. Matthew.
- Adult members and families may transfer their membership to St. Matthew from other congregations of the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod.
- 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.
- 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.
Affiliations
St. Matthew Lutheran Church & School
24500 North Old McHenry Road Hawthorn Woods, Illinois 60047 Phone: 847-438-7709 Fax: 847-438-0376 Email: smlcs@stmatts.net Church Office Hours Monday - Friday 8:00am-3:00pm St. Matthew Early Childhood Center 24480 North Old McHenry Rd Hawthorn Woods, Illinois 60047 Phone: 847-438-6103 Fax: 847-438-0376 Email: ecc@stmattsonline.com Service Times Saturday: 4:00pm Sunday: 8:00am & 10:45am Full Schedule |
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