St. Matthew's Church
The 39
Articles -The 39 Articles were written during the 16th century English Reformation and
comprise the major theological document of Anglicanism. This website
offers some contemporary thoughts by the Rector, inspired by the
teaching of the Articles.
Courses Offered
Christianity
Explored - Would you like to find out more
about Christianity, or just brush up on the basics, in an informal
atmosphere?
Discipleship
Explored - This is sequel to Christianity
Explored and is a journey through the New Testament book of
Philippians.
Affiliations
American Anglican
Council - "A network of
individuals, parishes, and specialized ministries who affirm Biblical
authority and Christian orthodoxy within the Anglican
Communion."
Anglican Communion
Network - "A united, biblically
driven missionary movement dedicated to bringing the 'true and
legitimate' expression of Anglicanism to North America, making disciples
of Jesus Christ. The ACN allows Episcopalians to remain in communion
with the vast majority of the worldwide Anglican Communion who have
declared either impaired or broken communion with the Episcopal Church. For many Episcopalians, the ACN has come to represent the hope
for a return to the historic faith and order of
Anglicanism."
Seminary Supported
Trinity Episcopal
School for Ministry - Of the eleven seminaries of the Episcopal Church, Trinity is both the newest and the largest! It is located in Ambridge, Pennsylvania. "We are seeking to raise up and train dependably orthodox parish clergy and lay workers for the day-to-day hard work of building up parishes across America, and across the global village all around us."
Community Outreach
Snow-Cap Community Charities - Suburban Neighborhoods Operation Witness Community Action Program serves the needs of those in East Multnomah County through cooperative work with churches, community leaders and individuals. Residents in the area can get help with diapers, baby formula, winter utility bills, food, clothing, showers and other basic needs. To donate non-perishable food items at St. Matthews, place them in the wooden box behind the last pew - or bring them to the front of the church on the fourth Sunday of each month. St. Matthew's has supported Snow-Cap for 40 years - let's make it another 40!
William Temple House - "For more than 40 years William Temple House has served Portland's working poor families and individuals and today offers people in need a hand up by providing mental health counseling, emergency social services, and pastoral care."
Denomination
Diocese of Oregon - The Episcopal Church in Western Oregon.
The Episcopal Church - The national denomination.
