We will be taking down the Christmas trees and packing up the lights this Saturday, January 15, 2022 at *9am (NEW TIME). Please consider volunteering if you’re able. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Confirmation candidates and high schoolers in need of service hours are welcome.
Please email Mary Pat if you can help! Thank you!
St. Matthias celebrated the Christmas Season by illuminating our church and school property with beautiful, personalized, 6-foot, freshly-cut Christmas trees, decorated with white lights. Tonight is the last night the Nativity and trees will be lit this Christmas season. All are welcome to visit the trees and read the plaques from 6:00 PM until midnight.
To find a specific tree, visit https://www.stmatthias.net/treedirectory/.
We are expected to abide by the following notification from the Franklin Township:
Advisory: Resolution #21-418: Imposing a face covering requirement for all establishments open to the public in Franklin Township, Somerset County
Reminder to All Residents and Business Owners:
On December 28, 2021, the Township Council adopted Resolution #21-418: Imposing a face covering requirement for all establishments open to the public in Franklin Township, Somerset County
1. All businesses and venues located in the Township of Franklin that are open to the public shall require both staff and customers (or visitors) to wear face coverings or face shields over their nose and mouth while inside the establishment when in the presence of others (within six feet); and
2.The face covering requirement of this Resolution does not apply to the following persons: young children under age 2; a person with a disability who cannot wear a face covering or cannot safely wear a face covering for reasons related to the disability; a person for whom wearing a mask would create a risk to the person related to their work, as determined by local, state, or federal regulations or workplace safety guidance; a person while eating or drinking inside any establishment that serves food or beverages; and
3. This Resolution shall remain in effect until February 8, 2022, unless it is rescinded earlier by the Township Manager, following 72 hours’ notice to the Township Council, or by further resolution of the Township Council.
The Township of Franklin is offering free Covid-19 PCR testing on Wednesday, January 5, 2022 from 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Testing will be at Franklin Middle School- Hamilton Street Campus, 415 Francis Street, Somerset, NJ 08873.
Individuals under 18 must be accompanied by a parent.
Social distancing and masks required. NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Christmas Season Schedule:
December 24th 2:00 pm, 4:00 pm, 6:30 pm
December 25th Midnight, 10:00 am, 12:00 pm
December 26th 8:00 am, 10:00 am, 12:00 pm
Feast of the Holy Family
December 31st 5:00 pm
Solemnity of Mary (Vigil)
January 1st 10:00 am
Solemnity of Mary
January 2nd 8:00 am, 10:00 am, 12:00 pm
Epiphany
January 8th 5:00 pm
Baptism of Jesus (Vigil)
January 9th 8:00 am, 10:00 am, 12:00 pm
Baptism of Jesus
Dear Friends,
How wonderful to see so many lights all around us! The shining lights are a symbol of joy and hope in darkness. Jesus claimed that he is the light of the world (John 8:12). “The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.” (John 1:15). We all have gone through periods of darkness in our life, especially these past two years, but the light of Christ has sustained us thus far. May his light continue to shine in us, especially when we experience darkness in our life, and may the blessings 0f the baby in the manger stay with you and your dear ones now and for the whole of the New Year.
~ Fr. Abraham
St. Matthias is again celebrating the Christmas Season by illuminating our church and school property with beautiful, personalized, 6-foot, freshly-cut Christmas trees, decorated with white lights.
The Nativity and trees will remain lit every night from 6:00 PM until midnight, through the Feast of the Epiphany on January 6, 2022. People are welcome to come to visit the trees and read the plaques throughout this time. Everyone driving by on JFK Blvd. will be reminded of the hope and peace that breaks into our darkness at Christmas time.
To find a specific tree, visit https://www.stmatthias.net/treedirectory/.
Thank you to everyone who has donated to our GivingTuesday “Spirit Tech Connect” campaign to help us purchase video/live-streaming equipment for our church community. For those who may not have had a chance to donate and would like to do so, we will continue to accept donations.
Watch our video and listen to our volunteers. Then DONATE at: https://secure.givelively.org/donate/st-matthias-church-school/givingtuesday-spiritual-tech-connect-campaign.
You may donate:
Know that we are very grateful for your participation. Every donation counts and brings us closer to our goal! Thank you for your generosity!
Congratulations to Irving Leong, winner of the Super 50/50 Raffle in the amount of $12,481.50!
This yearly fundraiser helps to fund the many vital ministries of our parish. Thank you to all who purchased tickets and supported this important effort to help our parish.
Mr. Anthony Kearns, the Chancellor of our Diocese, has sent us a letter.
Please click here to read the letter.