Befrienders:

The Reverend Bob Hardman leads the Befriender ministry at St. Matthew's. Befrienders are individuals who volunteer to visit parishioners who are elderly, ill, in crisis, or just need a spiritual friend to talk with on a regular basis. As the Body of Christ, St. Matthew’s is a relational body, and God has given us to one another for spiritual companionship, support, and encouragement. St. Matthew’s Befrienders are trained and receive regular continuing education and clergy supervision. If you would like a Befriender or are interested in serving as one, please contact Bob Hardman.

Eucharistic Ministers:
We have trained lay Eucharistic ministers who are willing to bring bread and wine from our Sunday worship to anyone who desires communion and cannot come to church. Most of the people who request to receive communion are homebound due to age or a recent hospitalization. Eucharistic ministers generally visit on Sunday after church, or at other times by prior arrangement. To request communion or learn more about becoming a Eucharistic Minister please contact Marilyn Grantham.

Meals Ministry:

St. Matthew’s also has a Meals Ministry in which those who are sick, have had surgery, or are going through a tough time receive a home cooked meal. To receive a meal, or volunteer to cook one, please contact coordinator Joan Hershbell.