Saint Matthew United Methodist Church

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  • Kids’ News – God Provides Help for Moses

    Sue Kelcey
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    Last week, we heard how God spoke to Moses through a burning bush that did not burn up. In that moment, God called Moses to lead the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt. But Moses was unsure of himself. “O my Lord, I have never been eloquent… I am slow of speech and slow of tongue.” (Exodus 4:10)

    God answered by sending Moses’ brother, Aaron, to help. “You shall speak to him and put the words in his mouth… He shall speak for you to the people.” (Exodus 4:15–16)

    Together, Moses and Aaron went before Pharaoh with God’s command. “This is what the Lord, the God of Israel, says: ‘Let My people go, so that they may hold a festival to Me in the wilderness.’” (Exodus 5:1)

    But Pharaoh’s heart was hard. “Who is the Lord, that I should obey Him and let Israel go? I do not know the Lord, and I will not let Israel go.” (Exodus 5:2)

    Instead of listening, Pharaoh increased the work of the Israelites, making their suffering worse. Yet God was not finished. Through mighty acts—the plagues—He showed His power until Pharaoh finally allowed the Israelites to leave. That moment became the foundation of the Passover, a lasting reminder of God’s deliverance.

    What We Learned

    • God calls us even when we feel weak or unprepared.
    • He provides help—just as He gave Moses Aaron to speak.
    • Human pride may resist, but God’s power cannot be stopped.
    • God’s deliverance is worth remembering and celebrating.

  • Max’s Corner

    Max Brennan
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    It’s all about the concert this week. We’ve waited. We have HIGH expectations.
    MSB Gospel Group will be here THIS SATURDAY NIGHT—SEPT. 20—6:00 P.M.
    Now listen—we have sold tickets, but we can take more customers at the door. Just come with money in hand. We don’t want anyone to miss it.

    Pastor’s Class

    Same time, same station.
    At 9:45—followed by breakfast.

    Breakfast this Sunday

    It’s a “Winston” Sunday. Feel free to help.
    That’s at 10:30.

    Sermon this Sunday

    Sermon: Watching God Work
    I am fascinated by the way God works to bring people to faith. This Sunday, we will watch the conversion—over many years—of a woman who was a devout atheist. She made fun of Christians. She had no Christian friends.

    But then, in one sudden and overwhelming moment, the pieces all came together.

    Yep! We’re going to sing Amazing Grace.

    See you Sunday.
    God Bless—MB

  • Mary’s Corner

    Mary Teague
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    Hello all! I am so excited about our Saturday Night Concert Series this fall. Beginning this Saturday, September 20th at 6:00 PM, we will be entertained by the MSB Gospel Choir. (I have learned what MSB stands for, but I’ll let them share on Saturday.) Thanks to your generosity, we will be able to make a wonderful contribution to Eastside Community Assistance for September.

    We can also look forward to another brilliant show on October 25th at 6:00 PM, when All Peoples Church will perform the musical Lazarus in our Saint Matthew Auditorium. Dinner will follow both concerts.

    For this Saturday, we need desserts. Our meal will be hamburgers and hotdogs with all the trimmings. We also need folks to help with set-up at 5:00 PM and clean-up after the festivities. And remember—I have 6 tickets to give away. If you haven’t purchased a ticket because $25 is a lot, please come to the concert anyway! There will be room and plenty of food for all.

    Our dear and wonderful Faith Salfen is working daily to get the church cleaned and ready for the event. If you’re able to help with this, it would be greatly appreciated. Faith will be at the church Wednesday and Thursday afternoons beginning around 12:30. Thank you, Faith, for the love you show our church through your work!

    Finally, I will be preaching in a couple of weeks. The sermon will be about lenses and the way we see the world. I hope you can join us every week—either in person or online at saintmatthewumc.com. The good news of Jesus Christ is shared each week in our worship and in our proclamation of God’s message to His beloved children.

    I look forward to seeing you,

    – Mary

  • Kids’ News – Moses and the Burning Bush

    Sue Kelcey
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    Last week, we met Moses as a baby floating in a basket, saved from the river by Pharaoh’s daughter. He grew up in Egypt, but now the story takes a surprising turn.

    One day, while Moses was tending sheep in the wilderness, he saw something strange. A bush was on fire, but it didn’t burn up! Curious, he came closer. Then he heard a voice:

    “Moses! Moses!”

    “Here I am,” Moses answered.

    God spoke from the flames:

    “Take off your sandals, for the place where you are standing is holy ground. I have seen the suffering of my people in Egypt. I am sending you to Pharaoh to bring them out.”

    Moses was afraid. He whispered, “Who am I, that I should go to Pharaoh?” He felt unworthy because of his past mistakes. But God gave him a promise:

    “I will be with you.”

    God was not choosing Moses because he was perfect, but because He had a great plan—and Moses was part of it!

    What We Learned:

    • God can speak to us in surprising ways.
    • We don’t have to be perfect for God to use us.
    • When God calls us, He promises to be with us.
    • With God’s help, we can do important things for Him.

    See you in church Sunday as we follow Moses to see where God will lead His people next!

  • Max’s Corner

    Max Brennan
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    Sermon This Sunday: Lost and Found
    Scripture: The parables of the lost sheep and the lost coin from Luke 15.

    I will tell you a salvation story that will shock you. (I mean—really!) The guy seemed beyond hope: a white supremacist, a pagan priest, in prison for shooting someone. Then—in a moment—transformed.

    Put on your Baptist boots. We will sing “Saved! Saved! Saved!”

    Friday’s Word

    Click on the link and read it before you leave these pages.

    A Week Away

    The great Gospel concert is coming—the MSB Gospel Choir. They must be good. They cost us $2,000 to get them here. We will not make much for Eastside Ministries with this concert—only what we sell over 100 seats. But I predict a great evening.

    Do sell those tickets. Bring a friend—or two.

    Pastor’s Class

    Paul Davies, physicist, says it will be disastrous for Christianity if alien beings are found on other planets. I’ll tell you why that is not true—this Sunday—in class. You are welcome. Join us.

    At 9:45—followed by breakfast.

    Breakfast This Sunday

    It’s a “We-Bring” Sunday. I am impressed with our great breakfast each week. Come early. Eat. Help with the food at 10:30.

    St. Matthew Online

    I received three calls praising the service, which looked and sounded great last Sunday. For some reason, I can’t find it—but I will take the word of the callers. Our new equipment makes a big difference.

    I’ve reserved a spot for you on a pew if you can make it this Sunday. You may not like it. It’s toward the front.

    Women’s Luncheon

    Hey! Remember the Women’s Luncheon Thursday—at 11:00—I think.

    God Bless—MB