ABOUT US
Mission Statement
As a Christian community on an exciting journey of faith, we strive to follow God’s loving ways by growing spiritually, reaching out to all and seeking truth and justice.
Brief History
The first church, for the Lewisporte Mission, was a log cabin which was constructed in 1876, the same year of settlement and served the Methodist community as Church, Sunday school, and Day school. Then in 1903, Lewisporte became a separate charge, had its own resident minister and a new church was built on the present site of the Loyal Orange Lodge. Due to its boggy conditions, at the time, the congregation deemed this second church to be unsuitable and a new church was built very close to our present building and opened in the Spring of 1916.
In 1925, the Methodist church of Newfoundland entered into a Church Union and became a part of the United Church of Canada. In 1957, our church was officially given the name "St. Matthew's United Church." Due to a significant growth in our congregation, it was decided that a new church building was needed.
And on March 15th., 1964 St. Matthew's celebrated the official opening and dedication of our present church.
St. Matthew's United Church has played a very important role in the life of the Town of Lewisporte. Its past has been one of continual physical and spiritual growth.
OUR MINISTERS
SUNDAY SCHOOL
OUR STAFF , BOARD & COMMITEES
GROUPS
MINISTRIES
WORSHIP CENTRE
CHOIRS
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NEWS
WALKING BY FAITH
10:00am Tuesdays and Thursdays join Rev. Paula for a spiritual prompt as we walk around the Woolfrey's Pond Boardwalk together. Meet at the top of Pond Road parking lot. On poor weather Tuesdays and Thursdays, walk from 10:00-10:30am around the outside aisles of the sanctuary at St. Matthew’s. Please bring clean indoor footwear and dress for the temperature as the heat will not be on. The centre aisle will be for those who need to move at a slower pace. Rain or shine we will be "Walking by Faith."
THANKSGIVING TICKETS
The Thanksgiving Harvest Supper will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 10th, take-out only. The tickets are on sale at the church office this week only, (I’m on vacation from Oct 2-15) cost is $15.00 ea. More info to come, on how to get you tickets, during the week of Oct 2-6.
FARMERS & CRAFT MARKET
This is going to be another HUGE event! Mark your calendars for Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023. St. Matthew’s United Church is having a Farmer’s Market & Craft Fair! If you are interested in having a Vendor’s Craft Table please let us know by calling the church office at 535-2629. Cost $25 per table. Limited availability! Here’s a sneak peek of what’s coming to the Farmers Market…Baked Goods, Veggies, Cafe, and much, much more! Keep following our Facebook Page for more details.
ALLERGY ALERT!
We are a scent free Church, due to life threatening allergies; especially perfumes, cologne, fragrances of any kind, flowers etc... We also need to be NUT FREE -peanuts and tree nuts. Thank you for your attention to providing a safe environment for all.
BULLETIN SUBMISSIONS
Items to be included in the bulletin are due at the church office by 4:00 PM on Thursdays. Any items received after this time will be included in the following week’s bulletin. Thank you for your consideration.
FOOD BANK
Food Bank Sunday: Food Bank Sunday is the third Sunday of every month and members of the congregation are asked to bring item(s) for the Food Bank. The food bank has given us the following list of the most frequently used foods for your convenience: Cereal, Pasta (spaghetti/macaroni), Pasta Sauce, Dessert Items (cookies, can fruit, jelly, etc.), Can Soup, Can Vegetables, Juice, Tea/Coffee, Sugar/Sugar Twin, Jam, Peanut Butter, or Cheese Whiz, Ketchup or Miracle Whip, Can Beans, Meatballs or Pasta, Crackers, Can Milk, Can Sandwich Meat and Kid’s Snacks (Pudding or Fruit cups, Cereal Bars, & Juice Boxes). Thank you.
EVENTS
Sunday, September 24th. - 11;00a.m.
Creation Time 3
You may join Reverend Paula Gale for Sunday Worship by double clicking the YouTube link below:
Sunday, September 17th. - 11:00 a.m
You may join Reverend Paula Gale for Sunday worship 'Creating with God" by double clicking the YouTube link below:
WORSHIP SERVICES
Sept. 24th - 11am at St. Matthew's
Oct. 1 - 11am St. Matthew's World Communion Sunday
Oct. 8th - 11am St. Matthew's, 2:30 pm Porterville - Thanksgiving Sunday
MEETINGS
Wednesday the 27th - Church Council at 7pm downstairs
TRUTH & RECONCILIATION DAY
Saturday the 30th – 12 noon. National Day for Truth & Reconciliation Day event with area United Churches at the Boyd’s Cove Beothuck Interpretation Centre. We will have learning activities, hike to the site, visit the Spirit Garden, and share in lunch. Details to come on the church Facebook page. All ages and families encouraged to attend!
UPCOMING EVENTS
- October 7th, Thanksgiving supper roast beef take-out.
- October 21st. - Farmer's Market
- November 25th, Fall sale.
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NEWS & EVENTS
HOW TO DONATE
Your donation to the Life and Ministry of St. Matthew's United Church is greatly appreciated.
You may contribute in either of Three ways
Sunday Offering
Simply place your gift in the Collection Plate during our worship service. You may make cheques payable to St. Matthew's United Church. Please ensure that you identify the ministry that you wish to donate to. Envelopes may also be dropped off at the church office.
E-Transfers
St. Matthew's are now able to accept E-Transfers through our email address lewisporteunitedchurch@gmail.com
PAR
Pre-Authorized Remittance, or PAR, allows you to support our church through an automatic monthly withdrawal from your bank account. Please consider PAR, if you wish to make regular contributions throughout the year. PAR is a convenient way to support both the church and M&S.
Being able to count on regular donations means increased financial stability for the times when you are away.
For more information please contact our Secretary at
the Church Office.
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CONTACT US
St. Matthew’s United Church, Main Street, P.O. Box 67, Lewisporte, NL A0G 3A0
Office: (709) 535-2629 • Fax: (709) 535-2689 • email: lewisporteunitedchurch@gmail.com
Church Office Hours: Monday to Thursday 9a.m. - Noon, 1p.m. - 4 p.m
Friday 9a.m. - 1p.m.
Minister: Rev. Paula Gale 709-884-6356
Minister Emeritus: Rev. A.G. Elliot
You may send an email directly to the Secretary at the Church Office by completing the box below: