Happenings:

This Week in Worship: Rest                                          Communicating the importance of rest was one of the first things God did in the Bible.  So why have we neglected- or worse denied- the importance of this principle?  Join us Sunday as we look at the pattern God gives us for the pace of our lives and it may just begin with a nap. Bring a Bible and bring a friend.  

Christians In Action (CIA) Saturday January 28th, 9 AM              On January 28th, join others from St. Matthew’s as we go and do yard work for a member of our food pantry.  We will meet at the church at 9 AM.  Contact JT Anderson if you have any questions.  jtanderson83@gmail.com, 804-370-1873.

Confirmation Orientation/Information Session This Sunday 11 AM!                                                                                                  All youth currently in 8th grade or older are eligible to participate in "Confirmation" this year.  On Sunday, January 29th, we will have an orientation/information session to discuss what confirmation is, what the expectations of the confirmation class will be, get an idea of how many confirmands we may have this year, and to help families discern whether this is the right time for their youth to take this big step in their faith journey.  The meeting will be held in the fellowship hall during the 11am service.

Three Strands Women’s Small Group Outing                                The Three Strands Women's Small Group will meet at Bertucci's (corner of Lauderdale and Broad St.) on Tuesday, January 31st at 7 pm for dinner.  Interested in checking out Three Strands?  Join us for dinner!  Contact Jenny Hines at hinesmom@gmail.com

Parents Night Out, Saturday, February 11th, 5-8 PM
Drop off the kids at the church at 5 pm and then receive your date assignment from Pastor Gordon.  The kids will have a pizza dinner and a fun time with the Youth Group while you enjoy a pre-Valentine's Day night on the town!  Space is limited, $5/child.  To register, contact Jenny Hines at hinesmom@gmail.com or Chad Robins at smumcyouth@comcast.net.

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Richmond, VA   23233
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