Events at St. Matthew’s

Sep
13

Browse and Buy Open

Come in and see our large variety of clothing for all ages! We have a great assortment of home decor and kitchen items also. Everything is bargain priced!

For more than two decades, St Matthew's Browse and Buy Shop

has been a stalwart presence in the community,

providing essential goods and services on a weekly basis.

Our commitment to philanthropy is unwavering,

with all profits going towards local charities in our community.

Each month we chose an organization to whom we will donate and they will recieve the profits for that month. Profits for the month of September will be going to

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Sep
16

Browse and Buy Dropoff

We are accepting donations for Browse and Buy on the 3rd Tuesday each month from 10am to 12noon. Due to limited storage we are only accepting men’s and children’s clothing and shoes in good condition (no stains or rips please). Also small household goods, books, toys again in good condition.

No electronics such as TVs, VCR/DVD players or record players. Also no tapes, VCR videos.

Please come to the front door of the parish hall.

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Sep
20
to Sep 21

Food Pantry Weekend

The third weekend each month is dedicated to St Matthew’s contributions to the Horseheads Food Pantry. Everyone is asked to bring at least one food item in to leave in the basket in the narthex at the back of the church or the entry hall in the Parish Hall. They welcome all non-perishable food items A list of the specific items requested each month is listed in the weekly bulletin.

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Sep
20

Browse and Buy Open

Come in and see our large variety of clothing for all ages! We have a great assortment of home decor and kitchen items also. Everything is bargain priced!

For more than two decades, St Matthew's Browse and Buy Shop

has been a stalwart presence in the community,

providing essential goods and services on a weekly basis.

Our commitment to philanthropy is unwavering,

with all profits going towards local charities in our community.

Each month we chose an organization to whom we will donate and they will recieve the profits for that month. Profits for the month of September will be going to

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Sep
25

ECW Birthday Bag Packing

We will be meeting today to pack more birthday bags for the Horseheads Food Pantry. Please donate cake mix and frosting before that day in the narthex or parish hall. ECW will provide the remaining items

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Sep
27

Browse and Buy Open

Come in and see our large variety of clothing for all ages! We have a great assortment of home decor and kitchen items also. Everything is bargain priced!

For more than two decades, St Matthew's Browse and Buy Shop

has been a stalwart presence in the community,

providing essential goods and services on a weekly basis.

Our commitment to philanthropy is unwavering,

with all profits going towards local charities in our community.

Each month we chose an organization to whom we will donate and they will recieve the profits for that month. Profits for the month of September will be going to

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Oct
4

Browse and Buy Open

Come in and see our large variety of clothing for all ages! We have a great assortment of home decor and kitchen items also. Everything is bargain priced!

For more than two decades, St Matthew's Browse and Buy Shop

has been a stalwart presence in the community,

providing essential goods and services on a weekly basis.

Our commitment to philanthropy is unwavering,

with all profits going towards local charities in our community.

Each month we chose an organization to whom we will donate and they will recieve the profits for that month. Profits for the month of October will be going to

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Oct
18
to Oct 19

Food Pantry Weekend

The third weekend each month is dedicated to St Matthew’s contributions to the Horseheads Food Pantry. Everyone is asked to bring at least one food item in to leave in the basket in the narthex at the back of the church or the entry hall in the Parish Hall. They welcome all non-perishable food items A list of the specific items requested each month is listed in the weekly bulletin.

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Oct
21

Browse and Buy Dropoff

We are accepting donations for Browse and Buy on the 3rd Tuesday each month from 10am to 12noon. Due to limited storage we are only accepting men’s and children’s clothing and shoes in good condition (no stains or rips please). Also small household goods, books, toys again in good condition.

No electronics such as TVs, VCR/DVD players or record players. Also no tapes, VCR videos.

Please come to the front door of the parish hall.

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Nov
1
to Nov 2

Blessing Box Weekend

The first weekend of each month is Blessing Box Weekend at which time we have the opportunity to give special thanks for events or people in our lives

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Nov
15
to Nov 16

Food Pantry Weekend

The third weekend each month is dedicated to St Matthew’s contributions to the Horseheads Food Pantry. Everyone is asked to bring at least one food item in to leave in the basket in the narthex at the back of the church or the entry hall in the Parish Hall. They welcome all non-perishable food items A list of the specific items requested each month is listed in the weekly bulletin.

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Nov
18

Browse and Buy Dropoff

We are accepting donations for Browse and Buy on the 3rd Tuesday each month from 10am to 12noon. Due to limited storage we are only accepting men’s and children’s clothing and shoes in good condition (no stains or rips please). Also small household goods, books, toys again in good condition.

No electronics such as TVs, VCR/DVD players or record players. Also no tapes, VCR videos.

Please come to the front door of the parish hall.

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Nov
29
to Nov 30

First Sunday of Advent

The first Sunday usually has the theme of prophecy, and in particular, the prophets in the old testament who predicted the arrival of Jesus are remembered. For this reason, the first candle, also known as The Prophecy Candle, represents hope found by Christians in the anticipation and arrival of Jesus

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Dec
6
to Dec 7

Second Sunday of Advent

The Second Sunday of Advent

Known as The Bethlehem Candle, the candle lit on the second Sunday of Advent is to remind Christians of the journey Mary and Joseph took to get to Bethlehem from Nazareth. For many Christians, it is an example of trust in God and a demonstration of Faith. It is also known as the peace candle. 

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Dec
6
to Dec 7

Blessing Box Weekend

The first weekend of each month is Blessing Box Weekend at which time we have the opportunity to give special thanks for events or people in our lives

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Dec
13
to Dec 14

Third Sunday in Advent

The Third Sunday of Advent

The third candle is Pink, it represents joy at the happy occasion of Christ's birth. It is also known as The Shepherds Candle. In the Bible the Shepherd who visited Jesus first encountered angels. Those angels said to the shepherds "Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people." It is this Joy that Christians remember on the third Sunday. 

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Dec
16

Browse and Buy Dropoff

We are accepting donations for Browse and Buy on the 3rd Tuesday each month from 10am to 12noon. Due to limited storage we are only accepting men’s and children’s clothing and shoes in good condition (no stains or rips please). Also small household goods, books, toys again in good condition.

No electronics such as TVs, VCR/DVD players or record players. Also no tapes, VCR videos.

Please come to the front door of the parish hall.

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Dec
20
to Dec 21

Food Pantry Weekend

The third weekend each month is dedicated to St Matthew’s contributions to the Horseheads Food Pantry. Everyone is asked to bring at least one food item in to leave in the basket in the narthex at the back of the church or the entry hall in the Parish Hall. They welcome all non-perishable food items A list of the specific items requested each month is listed in the weekly bulletin.

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Dec
20
to Dec 21

Fourth Sunday in Advent

The Fourth Sunday of Advent

The last Sunday before Christmas Day is when the fourth candle is lit. This candle is known as The Angel's Candle and represents love, which is at the core of Christmas. 

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Sep
6

Browse and Buy Open

Come in and see our large variety of clothing for all ages! We have a great assortment of home decor and kitchen items also. Everything is bargain priced!

For more than two decades, St Matthew's Browse and Buy Shop

has been a stalwart presence in the community,

providing essential goods and services on a weekly basis.

Our commitment to philanthropy is unwavering,

with all profits going towards local charities in our community.

Each month we chose an organization to whom we will donate and they will recieve the profits for that month. Profits for the month of September will be going to

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Sep
6
to Sep 7

Blessing Box Weekend

The first weekend of each month is Blessing Box Weekend at which time we have the opportunity to give special thanks for events or people in our lives

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Aug
31

Reserved Sacrament Communion

In-person and online services. Please contact the office 739-5226 or stmattshhds@yahoo.com for zoom information

Altar: Margaret Clark-Plaskie

Presider: Barb Talbot

Reader: Lisa Kuhnel

Distributor :Margaret Clark-Plaskie

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Aug
30

Reserved Sacrament Communion

In-person and online services. Please contact the office 739-5226 or stmattshhds@yahoo.com for zoom information

Altar: Gloria Oldfield

Presider: Shelley Bacmanski

Reader: Terry Fox

Distributor : John Oldfield

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Aug
23

Chicken BBQ Fundraiser

On Saturday, August 23, 2025 St. Matthew’s will be hosting a Chicken BBQ Fundraiser in Teal Park to help bring awareness to the topic of Appendix Cancer. All proceeds will go to help Allena McGlaughlin with expenses during her treatment. The Chicken will be cooked by Stearn’s Poultry of Alfred, NY. We will be pre-selling tickets as well as having chicken available for walk-ins. Dinners will cost $15 each and include a roll, macaroni salad and baked beans. We will also have 50/50 drawings and raffle baskets. Sales will begin at 11:30 am until gone. Tickets are available at the church office weekday mornings, Browse and Buy on Saturdays, Teal Park dessert sale on Thursday evenings, Jubliee Foods starting in July and some to be announced locations

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Aug
23

Browse and Buy Open

Come in and see our large variety of clothing for all ages! We have a great assortment of home decor and kitchen items also. Everything is bargain priced!

For more than two decades, St Matthew's Browse and Buy Shop

has been a stalwart presence in the community,

providing essential goods and services on a weekly basis.

Our commitment to philanthropy is unwavering,

with all profits going towards local charities in our community.

Each month we chose an organization to whom we will donate and they will recieve the profits for that month. Profits for the month of August will be going to Appendix Cancer Research Foundation

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Aug
21

Teal Park Pie Sale

Final Concert of the season ! Each Thursday during June thru August we sell dessert during the Teal Park Concerts.

The servings are packaged so that you can eat it at the concert and buy a second piece to take home!! We have a variety of pie, cookies, brownies or cake slices each week. long with fresh popped popcorn So there is something for everyone. Come on in and have some dessert and enjoy some good music . Music this week provided by The Hepcats

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Aug
19

Browse and Buy Dropoff

We are accepting donations for Browse and Buy on the 3rd Tuesday each month from 10am to 12noon. Due to limited storage we are only accepting men’s and children’s clothing and shoes in good condition (no stains or rips please). Also small household goods, books, toys again in good condition.

No electronics such as TVs, VCR/DVD players or record players. Also no tapes, VCR videos.

Please come to the front door of the parish hall.

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Aug
16

Browse and Buy Open

Come in and see our large variety of clothing for all ages! We have a great assortment of home decor and kitchen items also. Everything is bargain priced!

For more than two decades, St Matthew's Browse and Buy Shop

has been a stalwart presence in the community,

providing essential goods and services on a weekly basis.

Our commitment to philanthropy is unwavering,

with all profits going towards local charities in our community.

Each month we chose an organization to whom we will donate and they will recieve the profits for that month. Profits for the month of August will be going to Appendix Cancer Research Foundation

View Event →
Aug
16
to Aug 17

Food Pantry Weekend

The third weekend each month is dedicated to St Matthew’s contributions to the Horseheads Food Pantry. Everyone is asked to bring at least one food item in to leave in the basket in the narthex at the back of the church or the entry hall in the Parish Hall. They welcome all non-perishable food items A list of the specific items requested each month is listed in the weekly bulletin.

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Aug
14

Teal Park Pie Sale

Each Thursday during June thru August we sell dessert during the Teal Park Concerts.

The servings are packaged so that you can eat it at the concert and buy a second piece to take home!! We have a variety of pie, cookies, brownies or cake slices each week. long with fresh popped popcorn So there is something for everyone. Come on in and have some dessert and enjoy some good music . Music this week provided by The Developments playing a wide variety of Pop, Rock, Blues and Soul music and some of our very own original songs, sure to please a diverse crowd.

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Aug
10

Reserved Sacrament Communion

In-person and online services. Please contact the office 739-5226 or stmattshhds@yahoo.com for zoom information

Altar: Margaret Clark-Plaskie

Presider: Stephanie Lewis

Reader: Steve Snyder

Distributor :Mary Hoxter

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Aug
9

Browse and Buy Open

Come in and see our large variety of clothing for all ages! We have a great assortment of home decor and kitchen items also. Everything is bargain priced!

For more than two decades, St Matthew's Browse and Buy Shop

has been a stalwart presence in the community,

providing essential goods and services on a weekly basis.

Our commitment to philanthropy is unwavering,

with all profits going towards local charities in our community.

Each month we chose an organization to whom we will donate and they will recieve the profits for that month. Profits for the month of August will be going to Appendix Cancer Research Foundation

View Event →