WELCOME TO
Holy Trinity with St Matthews
ONE BIG FAMILY
It is with immense joy and excitement that we extend a warm and deep welcome to each and every one of you, whether you are a longtime member, a newcomer, or someone simply seeking spiritual connection.
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In this sacred space, we come together not just as a congregation, but as a diverse and supportive family bound by our shared faith and love for God. As you step into our church, envision it not just as a physical structure, but as a haven for spiritual growth, community fellowship, and unwavering support.
ONE HEART -TWO LUNGS
St Matthew's Church a bilingual community of faith. We have different groups in English and Spanish, and just like Jesus called God his Father abba in his own mother tongue (Aramaic), we too worship God and pray in our own language.
Our model is taken from the letters of St Paul, when he reflected on the nature of the Church. We are one body, one parish, one community, one family. Just as a human body, we breathe through our two lungs. Each of the lungs has its own characteristics and needs, its richness and challenges, its uniqueness. But having both is what make us what we are, a very open, inclusive, friendly and welcoming family.
confirmation
Congratulations on wanting to explore confirmation with St Matthew's. Confirmation can be an important part of a lifetime journey of faith as a follower of Jesus Christ.
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Confirmation is a special church service in which a person confirms the promises that were made when they were baptized. If you were baptized at a christening when you were a child, your parents and godparents made these promises on your behalf. As a young person or adult, you may be ready to affirm these promises for yourself and commit your life to following Jesus Christ. At a confirmation service, you make these promises for yourself and you receive the gift of the Holy Spirit to help you in your joruney. Your friends and family as well as the local Christian community will be there to promise to support and pray for you. Our Diocesan bishop, or another bishop appointed by him for the service, will lay their hands on your head and ask God’s Holy Spirit to give you the strength and commitment to live God’s way for the rest of your life.
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We run confirmations classes for those aged 14 and over every year. You can sign up from May to August using this website. Classes begin in September and run weekly. This is a good way to explore your faith with others who are also thinking about confirmation and is a safe place to ask any questions you have about God, Jesus and the journey of faith. Confirmations usually take place around June.
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If you would like to sign up for the confirmation preparation group, fill in the form below.