Saint Matthew's Catholic Church
78 Ridgeway Street East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
570-421-2342
rectory@ptd.net
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Saint Matthew's Catholic Church
East Stroudsburg, PA
Important Announcement from our Dioceses of Scranton
In a letter to the Faithful of the Diocese of Scranton, Bishop Bambera has announced a dispensation from the obligation to attend Mass this year on the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception in December. Despite the dispensation, all people of good will are still strongly encouraged to celebrate the Blessed Mother under her title of the Immaculate Conception.
November 4, 2024
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
Every December 8, Catholics joyfully celebrate the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Patroness of the United States.
This year, December 8 will fall on a Sunday – specifically the Second Sunday of Advent.
As a result, the celebration of the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception is transferred to Monday, December 9th.
In the past, it was understood that when this situation occurred, the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception did not maintain the obligation to attend Mass due to its proximity to the Sunday Mass obligation. However, the Holy See just recently clarified that the obligation must remain.
As we quickly approach the end of the liturgical year, I am keenly aware that many parishes have already finalized their schedules for December and many deaneries are planning communal penance services around that time. Furthermore, the short notice of this change might cause confusion.
Therefore, in accord with canon 87, §1, I am hereby granting a dispensation to the Catholic faithful from the obligation to attend Mass on Monday, December 9, 2024, the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception throughout the territory of the Diocese of Scranton.
In granting this dispensation, I want to emphasize two things.
- First, while the obligation will not be in effect this year, I strongly encourage all faithful who are able to make a special effort to attend Mass on December 9, or do some form of extra prayer, like praying the Rosary.
- Second, this dispensation is for this year (2024) only. Next year, in 2025, the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception will fall on a Monday and there will be NO dispensation from the obligation to attend Mass on that day.
Please be assured of my prayers for you and your family as the sacred season of Advent approaches.
Faithfully yours in Christ,
Most Reverend Joseph C. Bambera, D.D., J.C.L.
Bishop of Scranton
About us
"Lord, help me to do all that you ask, for as long as you ask, simply because you have asked it of me".
We, the members of St. Matthew's Parish are all servant leaders who strengthened by the Eucharist become stewards of all God has given to us. As faithful stewards we evangelize through our participation in Worship and Word so that we can offer our Service to our parish Community and to the broader Community as we humbly strive to witness the Good News and to spread the Kingdom of God.
Please prayerfully consider how you will offer your gifts of time and talent as you read through this booklet and reach out to the contact person(s) or complete the tear-off to help in our parish mission to spread the Kingdom of God through Worship, Word, Service and Community.
Forming Disciples, Sharing Gifts Commitment Card
Dear Brothers & Sisters in Crist:
The Forming Disciples and Sharing Gifts process encourages parishioners to identify their gifts, to be grateful for these gifts, to cultivate and use them responsibly, to share them lovingly in justice with others, and to return them back to God with increase.
We are abundantly blessed by God. The diversity, hospitality, generous and faith-filled commitment of our parishioners reflects the grace of God alive in our hearts and the life of our parish. In humility, we also acknowledge that there is still much work to do.
I encourage you to reflect on your commitment to St. Matthew's Church Parish on an annual basis so we can anticipate opportunities for growth and change as we move closer to the Lord and continue the work of Jesus in our community.
The commitment Card represents the sacrifices of time, talent, and treasure you will make to strengthen our parish mission.
- For volunteer opportunities, please review the Ministry Booklet.
- Regarding your financial support please prayerfully consider:
- If you are being called to take the next step in sacrificial giving by an increase.
- If you need too remain at your current level of financial support.
- If you are experiencing some hardship that requires you to modify your current financial commitment.
Click on the Button to submit your information and leave your information in the you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to let me know.
May God bless us all as we renew our commitment to "Forming Disciples, Sharing Gifts".
Testimonials
Let's take a moment to read our Parishioners' testimonials
My name is Janine Graziano-Full, and my husband Nick and 3 children have been parishioners. I am fully aware....
Janine Graziano-Full, Stroudsburg
My name is Dave Makarsky, my wife Val and I have been parishioners for approximately one and half years now.......
David Makarsky, East Stroudsburg
My name is Ariette Escobar and I would like to share something with you today. My Husband and I have been attending....
Ariette Escobar, East Stroudsburg
My name is Melissa and I have been parishioner of St. Matthew's for 15 years. I am currently involved....
Melissa
Mass Times
Saturday Vigil: 4:00pm
Sunday: 8:00am, 9:15am (Spanish), 10:45am,
12:15pm, 2:00pm (Spanish) & 6:00pm
Daily Mass (English):
Monday-Friday: 12:00pm Noon
Saturday: 8:00am
Daily Mass (Spanish):
Monday-Friday: 8:00am (Spanish)
Friday: 6:30pm (Spanish)
Saturday: 7:00am (Spanish)
Confession (English):
Saturday: after 8:00am Mass & 3:00-3:45pm
or by appointment
Confession (Spanish):
Friday: 5:30-6:15pm (Spanish only)
Eucharist Adoration:
Tuesday-Friday: 12:30-6:00pm
Office Hours:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, & Friday: 8:30am-2:00pm
Office closed Thursday & for daily mass (11:45-12:30pm).
Livestream Mass: Phone:
570-421-2342
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Email: rectory@ptd.net
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