January 22nd 2012 Weekly News
St. Matthew’s Weekly E-Messenger for Sunday, January 22nd 2012:
MISSION OPPORTUNITY: In April of last year portions of Alabama, including Tuscaloosa, were struck by a major Tornado which did major damage in its path destroying most of everything that it touched. In the Tuscaloosa area the tornados path was approximately three quarters of a mile wide and six miles long. The damage in this area was devastating and many families are still without a home.
Habitat for Humanity is coordinating the rebuilding program and the Episcopal Diocese of Alabama is working with that group in encouraging and coordinating Episcopal groups from throughout the country to volunteer in the rebuilding effort.
Last August a mission group from St. Paul's (Akron) spent a week in Tuscaloosa and Donna and Dick Wilkison from our parish were included in that group. They can testify to the need for the work that was done and which will continue for several more years before enough adequate housing will be constructed.
There will be a combined St.Pauls/St. Matthews mission group returning to Tuscaloosa for the week of March 18. If you would like to join this mission group please contact Dick or Donna Wilkison for details.
USO Cookie Drive: Church Women United will be collecting cookies for active reservists including those being sent out for their basic training. Please bring 3 dozen cookies to the kitchen this Sunday, January 22. They may be store bought, but of course the home baked are their favorites. Please seal cookies in freezer bags. Youth and men are welcome to participate in this collection. Thanks from your representative, Gretchen Tucker.
Secret Angel: Program continues until May and will conclude with a banquet. Please contact Rita Mix at 216.533.1144, or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it with your preference for a luncheon or dinner on May 19, 22 or 22. Her address until the end of April is 5016 Winged Foot Ave, Sarasota FL 34234.
Fourth Quarter Giving Statements: Are on the table in the Narthex.
January Calendar of Events:
22nd – 12pm-2pm Confirmation Class
29th – Ana Esper, El Salvador Discussion
after the 10am Service
We look forward to seeing you on Sunday!
