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October is Pastor Appreciation Month. We as a congregation would like to thank Pastor Dean Poellet for his spiritual leadership and guidance for our church. May God continue to guide him with the messages God wants his people to receive. |
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Events
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Trick-or-TreatYou are invited Rain or Shine for our annual Indoor Trick-or-Treat!
When: October 31st Time: 6-7:30pm Where: St. Matthew Lutheran Church Address: 2418 Aurelius Rd. Holt, MI Instructions: Enter front driveway on Aurelius road. Candy, Games, Snacks and Fun! Come and enjoy a safe and fun way of trick- or- treating with your family! |
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Church Clean-Up
It wouldn’t be Fall if the Trustees didn’t schedule an outdoor cleanup day! So, please set aside Saturday, November 2nd, from about 9a-12p to help spruce things up before (hopefully!) the snow flies. A light lunch will be provided afterward. See Jan Poellet or Brenda Schmidt if you have questions or would like to volunteer. |
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Sunday School And Youth Bible Study
The new school year is ramping up and we are excited to welcome the kids back to Sunday School and Youth Bible Study! Both Sunday. Children age 3-1st grade will meet in Room 110 from 9:30 to 10am. Children in grades 2-6 will meet in Room 109 from 9-10am. Youth Bible Study for children in grades 7-12 will begin on Wednesday, Sept. 11 and meets in the lounge from 7 to 8:15pm. If your child wishes to join us and you would be able to contribute $5 to the cost of his or her book, that would be appreciated. Regardless, all are welcome!
If you have any questions, please contact Jade Viges ([email protected]) or Philip Viges ([email protected]).
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Regular Sunday Worship Schedule 9:15-10am-Adult Bible study 10:30-11:40am-In service and live stream along with worship interpreted into American Sign Language HERE: May the faithful find SALVATION, and the careless be AWAKENED HERE: May the doubting find FAITH, and the anxious be ENCOURAGED HERE: May the tempted find HELP, and the sorrowful COMFORT HERE: May the weary find REST, and the strong be RENEWED 
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Location
We are located at 2418 N. Aurelius Rd. Holt, Michigan 48842 just south of Willoughby Rd. Phones
St. Matthew Lutheran Church : (517)-694-0978 Holt Lutheran School : (517)-694-3182 SonShine Early Childcare Center: (517)-694-3182 SML : [email protected] HLS : [email protected] SECC: [email protected] 
MINISTRY OFFICE HOURSSML - St Matthew Lutheran Monday-Friday 9am - 1pm 
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Pop/Beer Can Drive
Collections by the Monzo family continue as they now focus on the 2025 National Youth Gathering. You can bring your cans & bottles here on Sundays, or contact Amanda at 348-2484 or [email protected] to arrange for pick-up at your home. Thank you. |
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Matching Gift Missionary Highlight for October 2024 Who: Mission of Christ Network Where: Southeast Asia What: Missionary support Mission of Christ Network, Iantha Scheiwe, is the director of this ministry that works with missionaries throughout Southeast Asia. She worked with a couple of SML teams that went to China. Her work is vital to the interface of LCMS missionaries and the local cultures. She is fluent in the local language and cultural norms. You may donate to this cause using the special envelopes located alongside of the Mission Bulletin Board. The Mission Board will match gifts up to a total of $250 for 2024! 
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Eyeglasses Collection BasketInstead of throwing your old eyeglasses out, please put them in the collection basket located on the mailbox shelving in the Portal Café. You can also put them in the designated box on the counter in the church office. The eyeglasses will be donated to MOST ministries for their mission trips. Contact Ron Soule if you have any questions about this.
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“Fear not, for I am with you..." Isaiah 41:10
The entire order of service is being projected on the wall. However, hymnals will once again be offered if you choose to use one. You are always welcome to bring your own. You will find bulletins on a table once you enter the church as well as a basket in which to place your offerings.
During the service there will be microphones picking up the sounds of the congregation so those listening to the live-stream can hear the singing of hymns. The camera is set up along the wall of the media room, or the wall to your right if you are facing the altar. Jade will be signing during the service, so if you're walking in front of the camera that will block the view of those who have difficulty with hearing.
There will be no ushers serving at this time. Those members of an LCMS congregation wishing to receive the Body and Blood of Christ may come to the railing at the time they choose.
Bible study is continuing to offer coffee. There is plenty of room for more of you to attend.
These changes and rules may be too rigid for some people and too lax for others. However, ultimately, the Church is not based upon rules, laws, guidelines, executive orders or emergency declarations. It is based upon the love and mercy of God, without which all of us would already be dead and suffering in hell. He calls us to live lives of mercy and grace, while we love one another. He does not call His children to live by the letter of the law. The Triune God is the only Expert who knows the real truth, and He has already numbered each of our days. There is nothing you or I can do to lengthen them. As time goes by, we will get better at this if we work together in humility and repentance.
-God's peace to you-
Pastor Poellet
OUR MISSION: To know Jesus and to let Him be known, by reflecting God's love, teaching our children and serving the community.