However, our beginnings started in late 1974 when John Cardinal Cody had a meeting with Fr. Ed Hughes and told him he would found a new Parish in the Eastern section of Schaumburg, Il. The first Sunday Mass took place at Meineke Recreation Center on March 1, 1975, with approximately 200 people attending. Matthew is now the spiritual home of almost 3000 households or 9000 people! Our 16 acres of la
nd, bordering on two sides by a nature center, now have four buildings erected on them. We are a thriving faith community. Hundreds of volunteers help to run the many ministries and programs that serve our parishioners. Over the last few years, it seems that the Lord has truly blessed us and poured out his Spirit upon us. Bound together in charity and love, the diversity of cultures spiritualities, lifestyles, and age make us a truly Catholic family. Our most important priorities are prayerful and uplifting liturgies, spiritual renewal, the formation of our young, the continued religious education of adults, the corporal works of mercy, the development of lay leadership, and stewardship. If you found our web page, pray for us. The power of prayer truly accomplishes miracles. The Lord Jesus is the one upon whom we rely. It is the power of his love that continues to keep us faithful to the Word and Traditions that make us faithful servants. The grace and peace of God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ be with you!
