The next book is “The Devil in Pew Number Seven” by Rebecca N. Alonzo. It is a true story. The next meeting will be on January 17thg at the home of the Johnsons. Hope you can join us!
Special Choir Service
On Sunday, December 8 at 10:00 a.m. the Choir will present “Come Ye Faithful” by Hal H. Hopson. They will be accompanied by orchestra.
Poinsettia
Publication of dedications will be next week. The cost per plant this year is $10.00. These plants enhance the festive atmosphere for our Advent and Christmas services.
Ushers and Greeters Needed
Please consider being an usher or a greeter! For more information, please contact Frances Taylor or the church office.
October Book Club Meeting
We are currently reading SCARS An Amazing End Times Prophecy Novel, by Patience Prence. Revelation comes to life in theis adrenaline-fueled Christian thriller weaved with End Times prophecy. The club will meet on Friday, October 25 at the home of the Grahams.
From SMLC 2013 VBS
Dear Members of St. Matthew, As one of our little members commented during Sunday’s opening night of VBS Athens: “This is the best day of my LIFE!” What a joyous way to end the evening; his remark put a smile on many faces. One of our visiting children on Monday invited two of the non-believing Greek shop …
LCMS National Youth Gathering
Please pray each day this week for our youth attending this week’s LCMS National Youth Gathering in San Antonio-Chandler, Zack, Leo and John.
VBS Athens Mission Project
No sew fleece blankets with the VBS Day 2 message “Give all your worries and cares to God, for he cares about you.” 1Peter 5:7 will be hand tied by participants in the Athens Market Linen Shop. The finished blankets will be donated to the local Houston chapter of Project Linus- providing security through blankets. …
Summer at SMLC
Summer Schedule Beginning with Sunday, June 2nd and continuing through Sunday, August 19th, all children PreK to Grade 7 will meet in Room 102 at 9:30 a.m. for songs, faith related films, and games. Attendance will be rewarded with a KIDS Ministry stamp for their helping-build-churches savings booklet. Classes are being led each week …