This is an open community of people in all stages in the spiritual journey who share life together while seeking to deepen their affection for Christ and their understanding of how to "walk in a manner worthy of His calling." 

We're studying a new book called, "Jesus Outside the Lines: A Way Forward for Those Who Are Tired of Taking Sides" by Scott Sauls.  Polarizing, us-against-them discussions divide us and distract us from thinking clearly and communicating lovingly with others. Scott Sauls, like many of us, is weary of the bickering and is seeking a way of truth and beauty through the conflicts. Jesus Outside the Lines presents Jesus as this way. You can purchase the book here.

Please contact Leslie Holst for more information.

Dine with Nine is an opportunity to bring the Saint Matthew community together around brunch/lunch tables of nine. These casual potluck meals provide a welcoming place to share our stories and build friendships. Table hosts will open their homes, rotating guests each month. Participants will bring a dish to share and have the opportunity to meet people in the Saint Matthew community.

Please contact Debbie Kent for more information.

Separation and divorce are tough. Too many decisions to make, too many emotions to navigate. If you are like most people who are contemplating or in the midst of separation and/or divorce, you may not have someone to speak with who understands what you're going through.

DivorceCare groups meet all over the Bay Area and includes a DVD series for discussion on topics including: How to find help, facing anger, depression, loneliness, financial planning, new relationships, dealing with children, forgiveness- to name a few. Visit their website to find a meeting location and time that work for you.

Please contact Harriette Heibel for more information.

The Early Risers greet every Wednesday morning with reading God's Word and by asking for His direction and guidance to glean what He wants us to know. 

The time is divided between directed Bible reading and prayer. The group is always open to new participants and invites anyone who wants to explore God's daily presence and the application of His Word in their daily lives to join. 

Please contact Gwen Ross for more information.

Join your fellow Saint Matthew women for a small group gathering to discuss a mixture of articles, theological reflections, devotions and stories of comfort and challenge that help you grow in faith and engage in ministry and action.

Please contact Elaine Stephenson for more information.

Come and join WOW A dynamic group of women that offer you a safe place to come and meet new people and build relationships through bible study, where we can share our faith as we walk beside one another in our challenges, disappointments, fears, and joys.

Please contact Cathy Fuller or Donna Noonan for more information.

Join fellow Saint Matthew young women to go deeper and do life together.

Please contact Tami Gomez or Juliana Basil for more information.

Join your fellow Saint Matthew men for casual golf outings for all levels. We will meet at the Diablo Hills Golf Course in Walnut Creek once a month. Afterwards, we will enjoy some grub and a round at The Greenery to share our experiences.

Please contact Gerry Long or Kevin Morgan for more information.

GriefShare is a 13-week program designed to assist those that have had recent losses using videos from grief experts and through meaningful discussion.

For more on GriefShare, visit their website. Cost is $15 for the workbook.

Please contact Linda Cole or Erick Onishi for more information.

Join us at Buttercup Pantry as we come together to look at faith, learn about God's love, and gain understanding about who we are called to be in Jesus. We are an open and ongoing group and you are welcome to join us whenever you can make it!

Each week we read and discuss a short text by various authors along with a Bible passage. This is followed by a time of sharing prayer requests. Periodically we also serve in various outreach opportunities. 

Please contact Jerry Hanson for more information.

Come design and create clothes for those in need- girls' dresses and shorts for boys. We meet once a month to sew, but you can also just cut out fabric, pin on trims, put in elastic, or iron. Join in this labor of love!

We have supplies ready to go, but always need gently used sheets and pillowcases as well as any trims and fabrics you might have or wish to donate!

Please contact Sue Lape for more information.

Learning to Pray the Scriptures is the practice of Lectio Divina. There are currently four closed Lectio groups at Saint Matthew. 

If you are interested in joining the Lectio Divina community and creating a new group, please contact Tracy Delony.

Please contact Lin Ashlock or Tracy Delony for more information.

A new session of Sunday afternoon Lectio Divina is happening in November and December in Clayton! Meets 3-4pm on 11/8, 11/22, 12/6 and 12/20 There is no homework for this group. Participants should plan to wear masks and practice physical distancing.

Please contact Jen Pelosi for more information.

The Piecemakers Quilters have been meeting at Saint Matthew for more than 20 years. The quilters gather weekly - stitching together quilts made with love, service to others, and to God. 

Join your fellow Saint Matthew women for a small group casual gathering for women of all levels. You may work on your own project, or help make quilts and receiving blankets for the Layette Ministry.

Please contact Sharon Mazanac for more information.

The Saint Matthew Prayer Shawl Ministry is a group of knitters and crocheters who create beautiful prayer shawls - many including the triune stitch representing the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. The shawls are prayed over and given to those in need of feeling wrapped up in God's love, the abiding peace of Jesus, and the comfort of the Holy Spirit. This casual group is for all levels. Beginners are welcome, and we will help guide you along. 

Please contact Ann Dunn for more information.

The Priscilla Circle is a women's small group that has been meeting for decades. They are currently studying Max Lucado's Chronicles of the Cross. 

Please contact Barbara Crews at 925.933.5674 for more information.

Join your fellow Saint Matthew women for a small group service gathering on Tuesday mornings. 

On the second Friday of each month we provide a meal for YEAH, a year round shelter for 18-25 year olds. We also prepare snack bags to carry a person through the day. Our other service is organizing the all congregation Layette Ministry contributions for the County Hospital in Martinez. 

Please contact Barbara Groenveld for more information.

The Visiting Care Team has a heart for showing Christ's love and compassion through visiting the sick, home-bound, and hospitalized Partners in Mission and friends of Saint Matthew as needed.

This team meets regularly, about once every two months, for training on how to visit, to pray for our care partners and each other, and to offer support to each other around our visiting ministry.

Please contact Kathy Fitterer or Tami Gomez for more information.

Walk and Talk meets every other week for a short devotion and casual conversation. Walkers of all ages and paces are welcome! Please practice social distancing when we are together and wear your face mask as we visit and as we walk. Our next walk is Saturday, October 10. We will be meeting at Heather Farms Park near the play structures at 9am. Please let group leader Lisa Bell know if you plan to join by emailing her at lisabell9@comcast.net. For more information about this or future Walk and Talks, please email or call Lisa at (707) 771-5606.