A report of the many and varied ministries carried out by the faithful people of this parish.

St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church

330 N. Hubbards Lane Louisville, Kentucky 40207

502.895.3485 • 502.895.3486 FAX

stmatthewsepiscopallouisville.org

Annual Report

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St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church

Clergy & Staff The Rev. Kelly E. Kirby, Rector

The Rev. Emily S. Crouch, Associate Rector Barbara Ellis, Directory of Music Ministry

Lynn Miller, Coordinator of Youth Ministry and Outreach Ministry Emily Fraiser, Parish Secretary Joanne Coleman, Accountant

Leshaun Butler, Sexton

Clergy in our midst The Rt. Rev. David Reed The Rev. Dr. Helen Jones The Rev. Moray Peoples

The Rev. Don Brown

2014 Vestry & Officers Edie Nixon, Senior Warden

Bob Nesmith, Junior Warden Ruthe Holmberg, Secretary/Clerk

David Brooks, Treasurer Kate Wagner, Youth Representative

2015 2016 2017

Sam Bridge Bob Huffman Bill Bond Steve Cherry Jay Crocker Carrie Bohnert Gaylee Gillim Laura Shaffer Mary Johnson Bob Nesmith Jim Moyer Margaret Krantz Gibbs Reese Edie Nixon Dwayne Watson Kate Wagner

Reports

for the Year 2014

P a g e Mission Statement and Affirming Principles ....................................... 4 Unsung Hero(ine)s ...................................................................................... 5 Committees at St. Matthew’s .................................................................... 6 Financial Reports Income and Expense Sheet ............................................................. 10 2014 Balance Sheet ........................................................................... 11 Outreach Disbursements ................................................................ 13 Clergy Discretionary Funds ........................................................... 14 2015 Budget ................................................................................................ 15 Endowment Fund ...................................................................................... 17 Stewards of St. Matthew’s ....................................................................... 18 Ministry Reports ....................................................................................... 19 Parish Statistics.......................................................................................... 27

Parish Mission Statement Our mission is to be a caring, inclusive community, centered in the Eucharist and grounded in the Gospel, so that we can reach out as Christ’s hands to the world.

Affirming Principles

We are a caring, inclusive community St. Matthew was an outcast in his time. We honor St. Matthew by welcoming the outcasts of our time.

We believe in the value of every person, regardless of physical, economic or social condition, and strive to be a community which serves the unique spiritual needs of all God’s children.

We respect and honor others who worship one God.

We acknowledge that God created all things and, as God’s stewards, we strive to care for all creation.

Centered in the Eucharist

The Eucharist, at the very core of our community, reveals the truth that we are one in Christ, and strengthens and renews us for service.

All persons are welcome to worship with us, to share the Eucharist at God’s table, and to assist our efforts in the greater community to proclaim God’s word.

Grounded in the Gospel

Jesus preached a message of compassion, inclusion and love. So do we.

We are a community of compassion. Our bonds are based on God’s overwhelming love, rather than narrow definitions of doctrine and behavior.

We accept people at all points in their spiritual journeys, and support each other as we question and grow in faith.

So that we can reach out as Christ’s hands to the world

We care about and care for each other, whomever that “other” person may be, both within and beyond our community of faith.

We believe that there are unique needs of God’s people at every stage of their journeys, and we seek to provide programs and support to serve spiritual needs throughout life.

We reach out to address the world’s physical and spiritual needs, rather than waiting for the world to come to us.

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Unsung Hero(ine)s

February 2014 Kathy Bowling & Don Kissling

January 2013 Sarah Weston

January 2012 Ellen Robertson and Mary Louise Gorman

January 2011 Lee & Jody Fletcher

January 2010 Linda Collins

January 2009 Dottie Rohrer

January 2008 Ed & Karen Hill

January 2007 Bill McKinney

January 2006 Richard Rodahaffer and John Thomas

January 2005 Aidan & Bobbie Stone

January 2004 Fred & Joan Siegfriedt

January 2003 Chuck & Joyce Barry

January 2002 Lillian Yeager

January 2001 Jonnie Hoge and Sharon Nesmith

January 2000 Jane O’Roark

January 1999 Maida Wood

January 1998 whole parish

January 1997 Joyce Aprile, Mack Mathews, Evelyn Carter and Betty Jobson

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Committees at St. Matthew’s Please contact any clergy, staff or chair for more information or to join a ministry.

Worship Acolytes Lynn Miller Altar Guild Ann Hines, Lynn Reese Chalice Bearers Steve Ellis Flower Guild Linda Collins Lay Eucharistic Visitors Emily Crouch Lectors 8:00 & 10:00 Steve Ellis Lectors 5:00 Ellen Robertson Ushers 8:00 John Thomas, Richard Rodahaffer Ushers 10:00 Kitten Lawless Ushers 5:00 Greg Kuhns

Music Adult Choir Barbara Ellis Golden Bells Barbara Ellis Adult Handbell Choir Barbara Ellis

Administration Finance Accounting Volunteers Don Kissling Annual Pledge Drive David Brooks, Carrie Bohnert Endowment Edie Nixon Living the Spirit Bill Bond Finance Committee David Brooks Membership Joanne Coleman Memorial Gifts Joanne Coleman Planned Giving Gaylee Gillim Treasurer David Brooks

Building and Grounds: Main Building/Vicarage LeShaun Butler First Aid Laura Bomar Grounds Caroline Deutsch Memorial Garden Ellen Robertson, Mary Louise Gorman Communications: Digital Signage Mary Johnson, Dave Sparks Media/Video Rhody Streeter Website/eSpirit Mary Johnson Office Volunteers Emily Fraiser Reception Desk Emily Fraiser

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Committees at St. Matthew’s (continued)

Christian Formation Confirmation Emily Crouch Adult Education Kelly Kirby (temporarily) Children’s Education Anne Farra Dimensions of Faith Bob Nesmith EfM (Education for Ministry) Moray Peoples, Jim Stanton Going Deeper Series Sue Bridge Library Lee Fletcher, Kathy Bowling Monday Morning Bible Study Kelly Kirby Women In Conversation Lynn Miller

Youth Education Lynn Miller Early Bird Theologians Nan Lang, Jay Redman Faith and Life Speed Stodghill, Bob Nesmith Narthex Coffee Ministry VACANT Parents in Conversation Kim Hillis Sunday Morning Forum Kit Kincade Welcome to St. Matthew’s Emily Crouch Youth Program Lynn Miller

Sunday School Coordinator Anne Farra Committee Chair Elea Fox Baptismal Preparation Kim Hillis Bridge Worship John Krantz Children’s Chapel Brian Good Food Pantry Family Room Elea Fox

Godly Play Program Laura Bomar Hospitality (for families) Andrea Ledvina Pancakes in Pajamas Marie Griffin Vacation Bible School Sarah Dewberry

Parish Nurture Pastoral Care: Bereavement Emily Crouch Care Teams Sarah Johansen, Mickey Peck Flower Delivery Susan Judge, Elizabeth Ragsdale,

Sanna Viltamaa Flower/Music Memorial Fund Barbara Uligian Parish Nuture Emily Crouch Homebound Ministry Joe Paul Pruett Bread for Newcomers Barbara Ellis Funeral Visitation Ministry Ann Hines, Lynn Reese, Sarah Weston Greeters/Welcome Desk Sue Bridge

Nametags Emily Crouch

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Committees at St. Matthew’s (continued)

Outreach /Social Concerns Staff Liason Lynn Miller Creation Relations Rhody Streeter Dare to Care Food Pantry Brian Good Food Pantry Garden Caroline Deutsch, Nicholas Eastman, Franklin Jelsma Habitat for Humanity Bob Clark, Harry Tidwell Kenya Kids at Rongo Alice Tiano, Ellen Robertson Outreach Committee-Grants Susan Judge St. George’s Scholar Institute Steve Cherry, Tom Kolb St. Matthew’s Area Ministries Lynn Miller Social Concerns: Marie Koelsch

Advent Tree Becky Donovan Alternative Gifts Fair Becky Donovan Clothes Closet Don Kissling, Bill Weinberg Cornerstone Sharon Nesmith, Diane Clark Food Collections Don Kissling Hunger Walk Jody Fletcher Red Cross Blood Drive Emily Crouch Refugee Ministry Sharon Nesmith Seaman’s Ministry Sarah Weston Thanksgiving Ingathering Jody Fletcher Wayside Christian Mission Sarah Weston

Hospitality Cooks & Bottlewashers VACANT Kitchen Ministry Sharon Nesmith Receptions VACANT Thanksgiving Dinner Bob Huffman

Fellowship/Groups Art in the Narthex Marti Plager Brotherhood of St. Andrew’s Roger Dutschke Daughters of the King Marylin Quinn

ICU Bag Ministry Sarah Johansen Foyers Sue Bridge/Denee Bannister Ladies Lunch Bunch Betty Triplett Men’s Breakfast Group Joe Paul Pruett

Library (see also Christian Formation): Archives Lee Fletcher Book of Remembrance VACANT Oral History Project Lee Fletcher Book Group Barbara Beury Social Bridge Matt Just Yoga Margaret Bond

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Committees at St. Matthew’s (continued)

Other Outreach Opportunities CASA Penny Shaw Episcopal Church Home Marilyn Quinn, Diane Clark Healing Place Sharon Nesmith Hearts for Kenya John Willingham Norton Hospital Volunteers Linda Wardell

Community Groups at St. Matthew’s AA and Newcomers Al-Anon Community Preschool of St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church Girl Scout Daisy Troop #1264 Kentucky Habitat for Humanity Kentucky Housing Foundation Survivors of Suicide

Contact information is on the parish bulletin board and available by calling the parish office, 502-895-3485.

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Financial Reports

Income and Expense Statement

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2014 Balance Sheet

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2014 Balance Sheet (continued)

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Outreach reaching out as Christ’s hands to the world

Disbursements

St. Matthew’s reaches out in many ways. These disbursements are the financial outreach from the parish in 2014. We are involved on local, national and international levels, both financially and person-to-person.

Bishop’s Discretionary Fund 720.00 Calvary Episcopal Church 2,100.00 Cornerstone 333.26 Creation Care 352.54 Dare to Care 4,845.65 Episcopal Relief & Development 3,453.13 Food Pantry 825.00 Hearts4Kenya 723.46 Rongo Oprhans 4,830.54 St. George Relief Fund 2,110.00 St. George’s Community Center 6,273.67 St. Matthew’s Area Ministries 6,500.00

Subtotal $33,077.25

St. Matthew’s also directly supports over 60 orphans in Rongo, Kenya. This is a St. Matthew’s project that does not go through any outside agency. The Kenya Kids at Rongo committee works directly with the orphanage.

Support for RongoOrphans 37,989.64

Total Gifts $ 71,066.89

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Clergy Discretionary Funds

The Rev. Emily S. Crouch, Associate Rector:

Assistance to parishioners $ 000.00 Assistance to non-parishioners $ 846.80 Charitable Organizations $ 398.18

TOTAL $ 1,244.98

The Rev. Thomas A. Momberg, Interim Rector: 1/1/14-8/31/14 The Rev. Kelly E. Kirby, Rector: 9/1/14-12/31/14

Assistance to parishioners $ 670.00 Assistance to non-parishioners $ 50.00 Charitable Organizations $ 1580.00

TOTAL $ 2,300.00

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2015 Budget

2014 Budget 2015 Approved Budget

INCOME

Plate Offerings 40,000 30,000 Pledges 600,000 675,000

Previous Year Pledges 5,000 5,000 Rental Income 3,240 3,240

Hall Rental Income 5,370 5,400 Miscellaneous Income 50

Interest Income 30 30 Total Income 653,640 718,720

EXPENSE Work Outside the Parish

Diocesan Pledge 119,280 118,487 Outreach 10,000

Salaries Salaries 338,009 336,300 Housing Allowance 34,000 34,000

Total Salaries 372,009 370,300 Benefits

Pension 41,990 37,320 Social Security Employer Expense 26,164 28,328 Health & Life Insurance 42,750 32,319 Auto Expense 1,800 1,800 Continuing Education-Rector 1,000 1,000 Continuing Education-Other Clergy 500 500 Continuing Education-Staff - 1,000

Total Benefits 114,204 102,267 Discretionary Funds 3,300 3,120 Sabbatical Expense 1,000 1,000 Operating Expenses

Building Expenses General Insurance 25,494 23,700 Utilities 49,000 58,000 Telephone 6,480 6,720 Building Maintenance 10,355 8,405 Equipment Service Contracts 11,431 6,079 Janitorial Supplies & Service 23,686 11,384 Building & Office Equipment 15,000 Grounds 10,575 10,650 Waste Removal 1,195 1,200 Building Usage Reimbursement (12,000) (24,000)

Office Expenses Office Supplies 10,000 7,500 Postage 5,000 3,000 Computer Service 3,000 3,500 Public Relations - 150

Miscellaneous Expense 50 200 Payroll/Bank Fees 2,364 2,244

Total Operating Expenses 146,631 133,732

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2015 Budget, continued

2014 Budget 2015 Approved Budget

Program (Work Inside Parish) Expense Worship

Altar Guild Vestments Prayer Book Replacement

1,650 - 100

2,150

100 Forward Day by Day 320 320

Total Worship 2,070 2,570 Music & Supplies

Music Supplies

2,800

2,500 Christmas & Easter Musicians 5:00 Service Musicians

2,000

3,500 -

Organ/Music Substitute 750 750 Total Music & Supplies 5,550 6,750 Fellowship/Small Groups 1,100 - Hospitality & Receptions Administrative

Vestry

2,500

515

4,000

500 Diocesan Convention 1,050 1,080 Retreats 500 - Rector's Hospitality 1,000 2,000

Total Administrative 3,065 3,580 Church Education/Christian Formation

Adult Education

2,500

2,500 Church School 2,500 4,000 Youth 6,000 4,500

Total Education/Formation 11,000 11,000 Parish Nurture 500 - Library 2,000 2,400

Total Program Expense 27,785 30,300

Expenses Released from Designated Funds (8,418) (44,977)

Total Expense 437,782 714,230

Net Income (Expense) (122,151) 4,490

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Endowment Fund (as of December 31, 2014)

as of 12/31/13 as of 12/31/14 CASH & SECURITIES Cash - Wells Fargo Securities $6,863.21 $1,135.54 Investment - Dodge & Cox Balanced Fund $1,221,200.60 $1,034,903.34

Total $1,228,063.81 $1,036,038.88

Sub-Fund Account Current Endowed Total General Use $0.00 $234,881.08 $234,881.07 Assets, Memorials & Aesthetics $14,597.79 $167,682.82 $182,280.61 Parish Programs $15,256.87 $59,997.90 $75,254.77 Outreach $16,949.68 $299,454.45 $316,404.13 Dimensions of Faith $27,397.52 $142,149.94 $169,547.45 Accrued Building Fund Interest $57,670.85 $57,670.85 Beam Repair due Building Fund $0.00 $0.00

Total $131,872.69 $904,166.19 $1,036,038.88

Donations and Dividends 2014 Dividends/Interest $248.38 General Use $0.00 Assets, Memorials & Aesthetics $0.00 Parish Programs $0.00 Outreach $0.00 Dimensions of Faith $0.00

Total $248.38

Disbursements General Use $52,520.02 Assets, Memorials & Aesthetics $4,300.00 Parish Programs $0.00 Outreach $9,250.00 Dimensions of Faith $9,658.94 Building Interest $110,000.00 Beam Repair $100,000.00 Bank Charges $2,456.74

Total Disbursements $288,185.70

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Stewards of St. Matthew’s

The Planned Giving Committee has been quietly at work since 2010. This year, their efforts reached an important benchmark with the creation of a legacy society, Stewards of St. Matthew’s. Individuals are part of the Stewards of St. Matthew’s when they share with the rector or a member of the planned giving committee that they have made a gift in their will/ trust; make a charitable gift annuity; make a gift of appreciated securities; make a gift of life insurance or a gift from tax-deferred retirement plans; or other planned gifts. The following individuals are recognized as charter members: Ken and Denee Bannister Neville Blakemore Kathy Bowling Ellie Britt David and Jackie Brooks Steve and Mary Jane Cherry Lee and Jody Fletcher Mary Louise Gorman Gaylee Gillim and Ed Hart Judy Heuglin Mary Johnson Brian and Kelly Kirby Tom Kolb and Cathy Sutton Greg and Joan Kuhns Edie Nixon Aidan and Bobbie Stone Mary Nancy Todd Kevin and Linda Wardell George and Pat Wheeler Anonymous (7)

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Ministry Reports

USHERS FOR 5PM SERVICE If you are interested in serving as a Eucharistic usher or greeter for our 5pm services, please contact Greg Kuhns (502-893-3383). Greg will provide prospective ushers with guidelines and responsibilities as well as add new ushers to the schedule. ACOLYTES Acolytes are persons assisting the celebrant in a religious service or procession. At St. Matthew's, youth in grades 6-12 serve as acolytes at the 10:00 service (1 adult at the 8:00 a.m. service). Any interested youth can contact Lynn Miller to be trained and added to the rotating schedule. ALTAR GUILD Altar Guild is a loyal group that gives thoughtful care and attention in support of our clergy and the liturgical life of our parish. Members care for the altar, vessels, linens and prepare for Sunday Eucharist and baptisms as well as weekly services, wedding and funerals. Please contact Lynn Reese (228-0004) or Ann Hines (894-0225) if you are interested in getting involved. FINANCE VOLUNTEERS The finance volunteers assist with money counting. The chair of this ministry, Don Kissling, would like to thank the following for their participation: Ken Bannister, Sam Bridge, David Brooks, Jack Carter, Anne Hampton, Ed Pelton, John Thomas and Bill Weinberg and our church accountant, Joanne Coleman. Retiring from this ministry with much thanks is Will Irving and Bill McKinny. If you are interested in serving, please contact Don Kissling (426-2361). PLANNED GIVING Planned Giving is a ministry that is part of the Stewardship committee. It presents opportunities to inform and educate the parish on how to make a gift to St. Matthew’s Church during one’s lifetime, by using estate and tax planning techniques. Committee members are Gaylee Gillim (chair), Neville Blakemore, Ruthe Holmberg, and Cathy Sutton. Please contact the rector, or any committee member, to get information. THE ENDOWMENT FUND The Endowment is a fund which receives large gifts or bequests from donors. The Fund is divided into 5 sub-funds, General Use, Assets, Memorials and Aesthetics, Parish Programs, Outreach and Dimensions of Faith. The money in each of these sub-funds is distributed for the intended purpose such as Outreach and Dimensions of Faith or for Capital Needs (roof repair, HVAC replacement, etc) or seed money to try a new program or ministry within the parish. Edie Nixon is the Treasurer of the Endowment Fund. The Endowment is part of the Finance committee. Please contact either David Brooks or Edie Nixon if you are interested in joining the Finance Committee.

MEMORIAL GARDEN Members of the Memorial Garden Committee are responsible for the care and maintenance of the Memorial Garden- weeding, mulching, trimming, planting, etc. Mary Louise Gorman and Ellen Robertson are the contact persons. Any willing hands are welcome to help on an as-needed basis! MUSIC The music ministry of St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church strives to provide music that will enhance weekly worship presented by singers of all ages from within our community. Music is a part of the liturgy and careful attention is placed on selecting hymns, service music and anthems that complement the liturgy and are appropriate for the season and readings of the day. The choir currently has 47 participants, including one paid assistant. The two handbell choirs are currently full with 22 ringers. The choir is open to anyone, including youth, that likes to sing. There is a waiting list for openings in the handbell choirs. Contact Barbara Ellis for more information. (bellis@stmatthewsepiscopallouisvilleky.org or 895-3485, ext. 106) YOUTH PROGRAM The youth program at St. Matthew's is an engaging and welcoming community for our youth and their friends. We work to build relationships, enhance our sense of community, and energize and equip our youth to extend the love of God to the world. Over 40 youth have participated in some or all of the youth activities this past year. All youth in 6th-12th grade are welcome and should contact Lynn Miller or any staff member to begin participating. BRIDGE The bridge ministry is an instructed service for children from grades 2 to 5. The service strives to introduce our children to the structure and meaning of the Episcopal church service. The children actively participate as acolytes, readers, and ushers for the service. Parents are welcome to attend any service. John Krantz is the chair of the bridge chaplains. If you are interested, and we always welcome new chaplains, please contact John. CHILDREN’S COMMITTEE The St. Matthew’s Children’s Committee is a group of parish members who meet regularly and collaborate on efforts that benefits children and families within St. Matthews. This ministry includes Sunday School, Godly Play, Children’s Chapel, the Food Pantry Family Room, Vacation Bible School, Pancakes and Pajamas, Parents in Conversation, and ongoing special and holiday events. Contact Elea Fox, Chair at 502-216-7375 or elea.fox@depaulschool.org

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EDUCATION FOR MINISTRY "Education for Ministry” (EfM) is designed for lay persons who desire to grow in appreciation of their personal ministry. We meet one evening a week during the academic year and these seminars are limited to twelve persons so that each person can fully participate. Currently, I am the contact person and you may reach out directly to me. The Rev. Moray Peoples, cell 502-836-1278. Also, a bird’s eye view of EfM is accessible online: efm.sewanee.edu This website is terrific! ST. MATTHEW’S EPISCOPAL LIBRARY The library with its organized collection of materials provides an accessible and inviting space for study and research for individuals and groups. It circulates books and other media to parishioners of all ages. The library committee is led by librarians Lee Fletcher, Kathy Bowling and Tyler Goldberg. Many parishioners assist with the library’s operation. Newcomers to St. Matthew’s are welcomed to the library as both patrons and prospective volunteers. Volunteers are needed to assist parishioners and to check out items after each Sunday morning service. CLINGMAN FORUM The Forum develops and schedules educational presentations for parishioners in Clingman Chapel after the 10 a.m. Eucharist. The typical time schedule would be from 11:20 a.m. to Noon. We try to develop a variety of programs that will be useful and interesting in strengthening knowledge and faith. A small committee works to plan the programs. We are in the process of expanding the committee and welcome new members. We are also open to new program ideas from parishioners. Kit Kincade is currently the committee chair. (502) 426-1641. KitKincade@gmail.com. VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL St. Matthews joins with other Louisville area Episcopal churches to put on a week of Vacation Bible School every summer for children age 4 to 5th grade. We rely on enthusiastic volunteers (from 6th grade to adults) to offer this week of learning about God in our lives and relationship-building with our friends from other churches. If you would like to be involved, contact Sarah Dewberry at sndewberry@gmail.com. WOMEN IN CONVERSATION Women in Conversation is a book-based weekly discussion group, meeting from 9:30-11:00 on Thursday mornings. The wide variety of books read are suggested by and agreed upon by group members. All are welcome and can join by arriving on Thursday morning or by contacting Lynn Miller. PASTORAL CARE The ministries of pastoral care seek to support persons at each stage of their life and faith. From delivering flowers to parishioners experiencing grief and loss to hospital visitation, St. Matthew's seeks to involve clergy and lay ministers in the ministry of healing and wholeness. If you are new to St. Matthew's there are several ways to become involved in ministries of care: please speak with the Rev. Emily Crouch if interested.

CARE TEAM MINISTRY The new Care Team ministry launched January 15, 2014 as a volunteer team of 30 parishioners. During the first year we made 673 connections with our parish family through cards, emails, visits, phone calls and meal deliveries. Working under the direction of our clergy, the Care Teams have offered support, to parish members in need, and enabled our clergy to focus on areas of ministry beyond the Care Teams mission. Care Teams are in place to continue nurturing our parish family in 2015. If you are interested in joining our ministry, contact Sarah Johansen, Care Team Coordinator at 499-0249. FLOWER DELIVERY Flowers from the altar are arranged and delivered on Mondays to those the staff identify. Susan Judge keeps the schedule of the deliverers while Elizabeth Ragsdale and Sanna Viitamaa arrange the flowers. If you wish to join the list of those who deliver, please contact Susan Judge, syjudge@gmail.com. If you wish to help arrange the flowers on Monday mornings, please contact Elizabeth Ragsdale, rags2224@bellsouth.net, or Sanna Viitamaa, sanna@keyzer.org. HOMEBOUND MINISTRY For over 20 years the Homebound Committee has been providing a regular caring ministry with homebound parishioners. Each committee member usually calls on the same parishioners over the years and establishes enduring and special relationships. Committee membership is determined by the number of parishioners being served. You may speak with Joe Paul Pruett for additional information. NEWCOMER MINISTRY From baking and sending bread to visitors, to regular newcomer classes, this ministry seeks to be a face of hospitality for those who are new or visiting our church. If you are interested in joining the newcomer ministry please contact the Rev. Emily Crouch about ways to connect and become involved. CHURCH GARDEN We maintain a garden on the church grounds. During the growing season, we run a “farmer’s market” in the narthex after church services featuring produce and flowers from our garden (and from the gardens of parishioners). All money from the farmer’s market goes to the Food Pantry. Interested volunteers should contact Franklin Jelsma, Caroline Deutsch or Nicholas Eastman. LOUISVILLE HABITAT FOR HUMANITY St. Matthew’s assists the Metro Louisville Habitat for Humanity build homes in our community for those in need the first Saturday of every month. Please contact Bob Clark (245-5633) or Harry Tidwell (899-9390) for more details.

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HEARTS FOR KENYA We work in Oyugis Kenya. Our projects include a farming co-op with 150 farmers, teaching farming in 20 schools and helping to provide the 8,000 students with a daily meal, and running a medical clinic. I am president: John Willingham Give me a call or email for ways to help. CORNERSTONE Cornerstone is a program of the Home of the Innocents that provides weekly peer support and life skills education for young adults who have grown up in out of home placement, foster care, are homeless or are fleeing domestic violence. Volunteers from St. Matthew's assist the first Tuesday of each month during the “school year” by providing child care while parents meet and by providing the meal for that evening. The food items for the meal are donated by volunteers who sign up and the meal is prepared by volunteers the Monday before the meeting. Child care volunteers may contact Diane Clark at 245-5633. Cooks and food contributors may sign up on the bulletin board. REFUGEE MINISTRY Refugee Ministry is done through Kentucky Refugee Ministries. We collect gently used household items and furniture year around to help furnish refugee apartments. Periodically St. Matthew's co-sponsors a refugee family by supporting the family with friendship, some transportation, adapting to the American way of life,by providing all furnishings for an apartment as well as providing rent and utility expense for three to four months depending on when the refugees gain employment. Those interested in volunteering may sign up on the bulletin board when that is offered or by contacting Sharon Nesmith at 228-5918 (snesmith@mindspring.com). Household contributions may be placed in the collection bin in the Narthex coat closet. Large furniture or large quantity donors should contact Sharon Nesmith. HEALING PLACE The Healing Place is an addiction recovery facility in Louisville that treats men, and women. St. Matthew's members contribute new toiletry items (especially travel size) and used bed and bath linens. Contributions may be placed in the bin in the Narthex coat closet. Questions may be directed to Sharon Nesmith at 228-5918. (snesmith@mindspring.com). KITCHEN COMMITTEE The kitchen committee inspects, cleans and re-establishes order in the Saints Hall kitchen and the serving bar area of Saints Hall each week and the Staff kitchen each month. Periodically, all drawers, shelves and cabinets are cleaned and organized. The committee also maintains supplies for the coffee ministry as well as the kitchen. For questions or to volunteer, contact Sharon Nesmith at 228-5918. (snesmith@mindspring.com).

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ST. MATTHEW’S AREA MINISTRIES St. Matthew's is a member church of St. Matthew's Area Ministries (St. MAM). Area churches unite to provide resources to those in need in the community (ex. emergency need-food, rent, utilities, stabilize families in transition). St. Matthew's provides three volunteer board members. If interested, contact Lynn Miller or any clergy or vestry member. ST. GEORGE’S SCHOLAR INSTITUTE St George's Scholar Institute (formerly known as St George's Community Center) provides an after school educational environment for 40 middle & high school students and a summer school for 75 students. St Matthew's parishioners have in the past year provided: > Easter contributions to the operating budget > Board membership to St George's Scholar Institute > Volunteer services at special events > Construction project with the Brotherhood of St Andrew > A grant to purchase food for a Thanksgiving dinner for involved youth & families > Purchases of tickets for annual fundraising breakfast event. Contacts are: Tom Kolb and Steve Cherry. HUNGER WALK The Hunger Walk is one way that St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church supports DARE to CARE’s local and international programs to alleviate hunger in our city and the world. The annual fall Hunger Walk raises community awareness about hunger in Louisville as well as the money necessary to support the Food Bank. You can get involved by walking with our St. Matthew’s group in the 5K walk or run if you want to register for the race. Contact Jody Fletcher to volunteer to volunteer. SEAMEN'S MINISTRY Gently used books, CD's, and DVD's are collected throughout the year for the Mariners on the River. We also contribute items for Christmas boxes which include hand knitted or crocheted scarves, personal items, candy, puzzles, etc. and handmade Christmas cards from our church school children. Please contact Sarah Weston at 426-6678 or srweston@bellsouth.net for additional information. THANKSGIVING INGATHERING The Thanksgiving Ingathering is another way St. Matthew’s reaches out to our community as Christ’s hands in the world. At Thanksgiving, parishioners donate food and money to help those who do not have adequate food to celebrate the holiday. The donations are divided between Calvary Episcopal Church and St. George’s Relief Fund in downtown Louisville. A portion is also given to our own Dare to Care Food Bank at St. Matthew’s. Contact Jody Fletcher to volunteer.

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WAYSIDE CHRISTIAN MISSION We serve lunch on the second Sunday of each month at Wayside Christian Mission located at 432 E. Jefferson St. from noon to 2:00pm.Volunteers are always needed and appreciated. Children 8yrs. and older are welcome. Please contact Sarah Weston at 426-6678 or srweston@bellsouth.net for more information. HEALTH MINISTRY As a recently created ministry we are not to be confused with the Care Teams. Watch for the Health Ministry to sponsor the upcoming Blood Drive and, later on, Blood Pressure Screenings. Look to the Health Ministry for confidential discussion of health related matters for you or a loved one. ART IN THE NARTHEX Our purpose is to showcase excellence in original design and craft appropriate to viewers of all ages who visit St. Matthew’s. The art is displayed on the curved brick wall (24 feet long) in the narthex. If you are interested contact Marti Plager 502-245-8112 or email martiplager@gmail.com. BROTHERS OF ST. ANDREWS Brothers of St. Andrew are men of our church who are committed to supporting the needs of men & boys to strengthen their spiritual journey - thru the church - by better understanding Scripture and mutual support. Once a month we read the Sunday scripture texts and explore its significance to us. All who are interested are welcome the second Saturday of each month @ 8:30 am at the church. For info contact Ed Pelton (797-0539); Dave Johansen or Roger Dutschke (myhomeky@att.net). DAUGHTERS OF THE KING The Hildegard Visionary Chapter of Daughters of the King is an order for women at St. Matthew’s. Daughters promise to follow a Rule of Life that includes a Rule of Prayer and a Rule of Service. Members pray daily for those on the parish prayer list as well as those whose requests come to us individually or through the Prayer Box. The Daughters also serve the parish through the baptismal banners and hospital bag ministries. Contact Marilyn Quinn, marilyn.quinn@att.net, or any woman you see wearing the cross for more information. ST. MATTHEW’S ARCHIVES/ORAL HISTORY PROJECT The Archives of St. Matthew's Episcopal Church is housed in the Church Library. It includes documents, photographs, oral histories and other media of the church from the church’s history. The purpose of this oral history project is to gather information about, and insight into, the history of St. Matthew's Church. For information and volunteer possibilities, contact Lee Fletcher.

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NORTON HOSPITAL VOLUNTEERS Norton Hospital, located at 200 East Chestnut is always seeking volunteers to assist in any of our 35 areas of need. Originally founded by Episcopal women, Norton Hospital uses volunteers from faith communities and beyond to support our adult hospital patients and their families. Parishioner Linda Wardell (phone 749-5351; emaillindajwardell@gmail.com) can answer questions about the volunteer experience, or contact Melinda Townsend-Breslin, Manager of Volunteer, Retail and Welcome Center Services (phone 629-7075; email melinda.townsend@nortonhealthcare.org) to discuss volunteer options.

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2014 Parish Statistics

2012 2013 2014

Baptisms ............................................................ 18 ............. 11 ............... 15

Confirmed, Received & Reaffirmed ........... 11 ............. 0 ................. 13

Marriages ........................................................... 3 ................ 1 ................ 2

Burials .................................................................. 9................ 8 ................. 8

Sunday Eucharists .......................................... 163 ........... 163 ............ 151

Weekday Eucharists ........................................ 71 ............. 65 ...............56

Average Sunday Attendance ....................... 301 ........... 320 ............ 267

Monetary Pledges .......................................... 296 ............ 269 ........... 217

Amount Pledged......................................... $803,681 .... $711,198 ... $630,437

Pledges received (as of 2/4/2015) for 2015 ............ 252

Amount pledged ....................................... $698,866

The Living the Spirit capital campaign to retire the debt incurred in our building project has raised $955,538 from pledges, one-time gifts, memorials, special events, and interest.

As of December 31, 2014, $873,160 had been received in pledges and $1,000 was expected in future pledge payments.

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