Individuals attend St. Matthias’ for a variety of reasons. This is a friendly place where all are welcome. Questions and different points of view are honored and respected. When asked, “Why do you attend St. Matthias’?” members respond with a variety of reasons. Here are some recent testimonials from our congregation. Perhaps you will find your own reasons to make St. Matthias’ your spiritual home.

The Congregation

“ This parish is always welcoming to everyone. The hospitality is genuine.”

“ I have made wonderful friends here.” 

“ I feel the acceptance and love of
the St. Matthias’ community.”  

“ This is a community of grace.”

 “ I appreciate the love, concern and visible faith of the people.”

“ Everyone is equal here. I feel
accepted for who I am.” 

“ St. Matthias’ provides me with
an extended family.”

“ As intermittent visitors, we think
of St. Matthias’ as our home
away from home.”

 “ The diverse talents of the congregation are many.”

“ We enjoy finding time for
laughter and play as well as
providing service to others.”

“ I feel a warm connection
to the congregation.”

“ I appreciate the openness here.”

The Service

“ St. Matthias’ provides me a quiet place
to contemplate and pray.”

“ The sermons are thought provoking and remind me to care for others.

“ It gives my family a set of shared values.”

“ I’m fed with spiritual and
intellectual nutrition.” 

“ I love the music.” 

“ It lifts my spirit and boosts my spirituality.”

“ It provides me with of sense of purpose.” 

“ The music is fabulous.” 

“ It renews me spiritually. I walk
away inspired.”

“ I’m inspired to lead a more
purpose-driven life.”

“ I learn and grow here.”

“ It stimulates me intellectually
and emotionally.”

“ I love the peace and worship
that is provided here.”

“ It provides me with spiritual challenge.”