05/31/2026
β¨ St. Matthew UMC Family, Friends & Community β¨
We are blessed to have two special opportunities ahead to come together in faith, fellowship, and support of the ministry of St. Matthew United Methodist Church.
π Family & Friends Day
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Sunday, June 28, 2026 | 9:00 AM
Theme: "Gathered Together in His Love"
This annual celebration is more than a fundraiserβit's a day of worship, fellowship, unity, and welcoming others into the love of Christ. We invite family members, friends, former members, and the community to join us as we celebrate what God is doing through St. Matthew UMC. Following worship, we will enjoy food and fellowship together.
ππ 160th Anniversary Celebration Weekend
As we celebrate 160 years of faith, service, and community, we invite you to be part of this historic milestone. This elegant evening will allow us to reflect on God's faithfulness throughout our church's rich history while embracing the future He has prepared for us.
π 160th Anniversary Gala
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Saturday, September 12, 2026
π 4:00 PM β 7:00 PM
π Saint Mark Banquet & Conference Center, Sumter, SC
Continue the celebration with us the following morning as we gather in worship and thanksgiving for all God has done through St. Matthew United Methodist Church over the past 160 years.
π 160th Anniversary Worship Service
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Sunday, September 13, 2026
π 9:00 AM
π St. Matthew United Methodist Church
π€ Special Guest Speaker: Bishop Leonard Fairley
While these events include opportunities for financial support, we encourage everyone to focus on the greater purpose behind them. Every contribution helps sustain and strengthen the ministry of St. Matthew UMC, but your presence, prayers, participation, and support are just as meaningful.
These celebrations are about more than raising fundsβthey are about honoring our heritage, investing in our future, strengthening our church family, and glorifying God for His continued faithfulness.
We look forward to celebrating with you as we gather together in His love and commemorate years of faith, service, and community.