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In January 2025, the Saint Matthew Ecumenical Catholic Church cross logo was adopted by the Parish Council. Created by parishioner Sharon Smith in collaboration with her niece, Sarah Smith, it is inspired by the fleur-de-lis, or lily flower cross. The stylized lily design dates back to the ancient times of…

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From Bishop Arturo | 4th of July Pastoral Letter 2026 | 4to de Julio 2026 Carta Pastoral

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From Bishop Arturo | Pastoral Message for Solemnity of Pentecost 2026 / Mensaje Pastoral Solemnidad de Pentecostés 2026

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From Bishop Arturo | Pastoral Message for Easter 2026 / Mensaje Pastoral para Pascua 2026

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Thu05FebAll DayThe Footsteps of Saint Paul October 5 - 13, 2027

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February 5, 2026 All Day(GMT-08:00)

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Join Us for The Footsteps of Saint Paul Pilgrimage We invite you to join us for a special 9-day pilgrimage following the footsteps of Saint Paul, October 5–13, 2027. Together,

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Join Us for The Footsteps of Saint Paul Pilgrimage

We invite you to join us for a special 9-day pilgrimage following the footsteps of Saint Paul, October 5–13, 2027. Together, we’ll journey through Greece, visiting meaningful biblical and historic sites including Thessaloniki, Philippi, Kavala, Meteora, Delphi, Athens, Corinth, and Aegina Island.

This will be a wonderful opportunity to grow in faith, experience the places connected to Saint Paul’s ministry, and share the journey in community.

All-inclusive package includes:

• Airfare
• Hotel accommodations
• Three meals per day
• All tips
• Sightseeing and admission fees according to the itinerary

Last day to book: February 5, 2027

Please see the flyer for additional details: The Footsteps of Saint Paul | October 5-13 2027 | Flyer (PDF)

If you are interested in joining or have questions, please contact Jennie.

Contact: Jennie Guida
Phone: 714-321-9639
Email: 10_1ggkids@cox.net

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Wed07Oct(Oct 7)1:00 amNow Accepting Parish Council Nominations

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October 7, 2026 1:00 am(GMT-07:00)

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Saint Matthew is now accepting self-nominations for our Parish Council! Each year, four new members are elected to serve our parish community. If you feel called to become more involved in

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Saint Matthew is now accepting self-nominations for our Parish Council!

Each year, four new members are elected to serve our parish community. If you feel called to become more involved in the life of Saint Matthew and help support the mission and direction of our church, we invite you to prayerfully consider serving on the Parish Council.

Parish Council members serve a three-year term and participate in monthly meetings, parish ministry, and other Council activities throughout their term.

If you are interested in serving, please email parishcouncil@saint-matthew.org by October 15 to submit your self-nomination.

Please see the flyer for eligibility requirements and additional information. Thank you for considering this opportunity to serve our Saint Matthew community!

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Saint Matthew Church Chapel500 E Imperial Hwy

Thu08Oct8:30 amWeekday Mass

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October 8, 2026 8:30 am(GMT-07:00)

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Saint Matthew Church Chapel

500 E Imperial Hwy

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We’re happy to share that Saint Matt’s will be introducing a new Thursday Weekday Mass, beginning Thursday, February 5, 2026, at 8:30 a.m.

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We’re happy to share that Saint Matt’s will be introducing a new Thursday Weekday Mass, beginning Thursday, February 5, 2026, at 8:30 a.m.

This Mass will be celebrated every Thursday and offers a beautiful opportunity to gather in prayer during the week. All are warmly invited to join us as we deepen our faith and community through the Eucharist.

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Online via Facebook Live and Zoom500 E Imperial Hwy

Sun11OctAll DaySunday Masses In Person Indoors and Live Via VideoEvery Sunday at the 9:30 am and 12:00 pm Masses (or at 10:30 am when we have the Unity Mass)

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October 11, 2026 All Day(GMT-07:00)

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Online via Facebook Live and Zoom

500 E Imperial Hwy

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Attend Mass in Person (inside the church) English and Spanish Join us at 9:30 a.m. (English) and 12:30 p.m. (Spanish). On every 5th Sunday (for months that have 5 Sundays) we

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Join us at 9:30 a.m. (English) and 12:30 p.m. (Spanish). On every 5th Sunday (for months that have 5 Sundays) we also have Unity Sunday at 10:30 PT (Multilingual) outside the church.

Please remember:

Please stay home if you are sick, and join us at church when you are well again.
Please wear a mask that covers both your nose and mouth. We will also be checking temperatures.
Please continue to keep a distance of 6 feet from those not in your household.
We will continue to have our food drive every Sunday.

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Click on the link below at 9:30 am PT (English). Please note that you may need to refresh the page to see the live video. On every 5th Sunday we have Unity Sunday at 10:30 am PT (Multilingual).

Click here to join the service on Facebook Live

Click here to access the Liturgical Aids (scroll down to “Liturgical Aids for Online Mass”)

Mass Recordings

Recordings will be available on Facebook after the scheduled Mass times. However, if you do not use Facebook, you can also find the recordings that Mo. Jetty produces and publishes to YouTube, on our Videos page (a day or so after the Mass).

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House of Ruth and Junia (in person and online)618 West Grafton Place

Wed14Oct6:00 pmBible Study | The Book of Enoch parellel to Revelation

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October 14, 2026 6:00 pm(GMT-07:00)

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House of Ruth and Junia (in person and online)

618 West Grafton Place

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The Book of Enoch – Parallel to Revelation – Teacher Reverend Jetty Van Ben Berghe Schedule: • Meets Weekly: Every Wednesday • Dates: Starts 8/26-/2026- A 12 session

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The Book of Enoch – Parallel to Revelation – Teacher Reverend Jetty Van Ben Berghe

Schedule:

• Meets Weekly: Every Wednesday

• Dates: Starts 8/26-/2026- A 12 session study one per week on Wednesday

Description:

New Study on The Book of Enoch- parallel to Revelation- 12-week session- on zoom ask Rev Jetty for the zoom link. In person

Handout: SGS13 ask outlines to reverendjetty@saint-mathew.org

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Sun25OctAll Day2026 Growing Together Drawing

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October 25, 2026 All Day(GMT-07:00)

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Our 2026 Growing Together Drawing continues! These drawings will be held the last Sunday of each month. The first drawing was on Sunday, January 25, 2026 and the final drawing will

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Our 2026 Growing Together Drawing continues! These drawings will be held the last Sunday of each month. The first drawing was on Sunday, January 25, 2026 and the final drawing will be on December 27, 2026. Each winner’s ticket will be re-entered for subsequent monthly drawings.

All winners will be announced after the 9:30 am mass.

Please remember that each winner’s ticket with be re-entered for subsequent months’ drawings. This means there will be multiple chances to win $100!

Event Coordinator: Jennie Guida

How to purchase tickets

We are sold out! Thank you everyone for your support!

Winners!

January: Fr. Toting Tronco
February: Lydia Russo
March: Mark Querijero
April: Mark Querijero
May: Margret Green
June: Mithila
July: TBA
August: TBA
September: TBA
October: TBA
November: TBA
December: TBA

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Saint Matthew Ecumenical Catholic Church (Chapel)500 E. Imperial Highway

Sun01Nov8:30 amPriests Available to Hear Confessions

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November 1, 2026 8:30 am(GMT-08:00)

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Saint Matthew Ecumenical Catholic Church (Chapel)

500 E. Imperial Highway

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On the first Sunday of every month we will have 1-2 priests available to hear confessions from 8:30 am until Mass begins at 9:30 am. We will also have confessors

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On the first Sunday of every month we will have 1-2 priests available to hear confessions from 8:30 am until Mass begins at 9:30 am. We will also have confessors available in between the two Masses, until the 12:30 pm Mass begins.

Everyone is welcome to make appointments with any priest for confession as well. View the Parish Staff contact information here.

For those who are interested in confessions via Zoom or over phone, Mother Leslie is available at any time. Please text or call her to schedule an appointment at your their convenience: (626) 484-2591

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Saint Matthew Ecumenical Catholic Church (Parish Hall)500 E Imperial Hwy

Tue03Nov7:00 pmHealing ServiceEach first Thuesday of the month " Heling Service" in the Sactuary of Saint Matthew Church- 7Pm

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November 3, 2026 7:00 pm(GMT-08:00)

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Saint Matthew Ecumenical Catholic Church (Parish Hall)

500 E Imperial Hwy

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Healing Service on the 1st Tuesday of every month with the changes for us all. What to Expect at the Healing Service… Meditation music Healing for the sick. Thank you and hope you can

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Healing Service on the 1st Tuesday of every month

with the changes for us all.

What to Expect at the Healing Service…

Meditation music
Healing for the sick.

Thank you and hope you can join us!

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Saint Matthew Church Chapel500 E Imperial Hwy

Tue03Nov7:00 pmHealing Service- 1st Tuesday of every month.

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November 3, 2026 7:00 pm(GMT-08:00)

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Saint Matthew Church Chapel

500 E Imperial Hwy

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The Healing Service occurs every first Tuesday of the month at 7:00 pm PT in the church Sanctuary All are Welcome!

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The Healing Service occurs every first Tuesday of the month at 7:00 pm PT in the church Sanctuary

All are Welcome!

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Thu24DecAll DayChristmas Schedule 2026 to be announced

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December 24, 2026 All Day(GMT-08:00)

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Saint Matthew Ecumenical Catholic Church (Chapel)500 E. Imperial Highway

Mon01Feb12:00 pmAsh Wednesday Services- To be announced 2027

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February 1, 2027 12:00 pm(GMT-08:00)

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Saint Matthew Ecumenical Catholic Church (Chapel)

500 E. Imperial Highway

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Saint Matthew will provide Ash Wednesday Mass on February 18, 2026 at 12:00 noon. For those who are unable to attend this mass, Ashes to Go will

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Saint Matthew will provide Ash Wednesday Mass on February 18, 2026 at 12:00 noon.

For those who are unable to attend this mass, Ashes to Go will be offered by Saint Matthew clergy with the following options:

• In the church from 1:00-6:00 p.m.
• Drive by on Sycamore at Imperial from 1:00-6:00 p.m.

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San Mateo ofrecerá la Misa de Miércoles de Ceniza el 18 de febrero de 2026 a las 12:00 p.m.

Para quienes no puedan asistir a la Misa, el clero de San Mateo ofrecerá “Cenizas para Llevar” con las siguientes opciones:

• En la iglesia de 1:00 a 6:00 p.m.
• Drive-by en Sycamore y Imperial de 1:00 a 6:00 p.m.

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Saint Matthew Church Chapel500 E Imperial Hwy

Mon01Feb6:00 pmHoly Week Confessions- To be announced 2027

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February 1, 2027 6:00 pm(GMT-08:00)

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Saint Matthew Church Chapel

500 E Imperial Hwy

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Letters

Pastoral Letters, Announcements, and Reflections and Vignettes from Our Parish

From Bishop Peter | A Pastoral Letter on Christian Leadership | Una carta pastoral sobre el liderazgo cristiano

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From Bishop Arturo | 4th of July Pastoral Letter 2026 | 4to de Julio 2026 Carta Pastoral

From Bishop Arturo | Pastoral Message for Solemnity of Pentecost 2026 / Mensaje Pastoral Solemnidad de Pentecostés 2026

From Bishop Arturo | Pastoral Message for Easter 2026 / Mensaje Pastoral para Pascua 2026

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