Welcome!

A welcome message from our beloved former Rector Father Bill Garrison

We are so glad you decided to check us out, so please know we won’t keep you long as we do our best to quickly tell you a little bit about s.

Saint Matthias is a friendly place where everyone is welcome. We truly believe that the people who walk through the doors here (or visit our website) were sent by God, just like the rest of us were. We respect the fact that all people are created in the image of God.

At Saint Matthias we are not required to leave our brains at the door. Discussion is open and honest, and all people are respected for their opinions. We journey with God together. And we emphasize doing the loving thing. We believe this is the simple way Jesus has asked us to show that we are his disciples — it's something we talk about a lot.

We have a wide range of programs extending throughout the year. Review the summaries and meeting times of our current groups under the Gifts, Ministries, and Services section of our web site and don’t hesitate to take part in one or many of them.

We believe strongly in social justice and community outreach. One example of our strong social commitment is our vibrant volunteer group, ‘Doing the Loving Thing’. The volunteers provide nutritious sandwiches, snacks, fruit, and water to the underprivileged in our community five days a week. The same volunteers administer a mail service for approximately 300 homeless neighbors. They also provide sanitary kits and other essential items to those in need.

In short — in the words of our mission statement — with faith and joy we seek God with open minds, serve all in the spirit of Christ, and share God's love with kind hearts through open discussion, common worship, and compassionate action. If these words pique your curiosity, then there is likely a place for you here, no matter your background. As we note every week before we take communion, “Wherever you are on your journey of faith, all are welcome. Won't you please come?"