Employment Opportunities
St. Matthew is hiring for two custodial positions: 1 Full-time Parish/School Custodian and 1 Part-time School Night Custodian
Application deadline: Thursday, September 10, 2026
Parish/School Custodian (Full-time: 7:30am—4:00pm)
A person who maintains a clean, safe, and welcoming environment in the St. Matthew facilities —
including regular cleaning, minor repairs, and event setup/tear down/cleanup, often working under the direction of the pastor, church staff, or building administrator.
School Night Custodian (Part-time: 3:30pm to 7:30pm)
A person responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and organized environment for the school and parish after school hours.
This includes tasks like cleaning classrooms, bathrooms, and common areas; emptying trash; and ensuring the building is secure for the night.
If you are interested and wish to complete an application for employment and/or receive a detailed role description, please stop by or contact the Parish Office.
Parish Office
2700 SE Virginia Ave.
(Located northeast of Church, driveway entrance is off 27th Ave., between Maryland and Virginia)
785-232-5012, ext 102
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OCIA Classes begin September 10
The Order of Christian Initiation for Adults (OCIA) is a year-long process of prayer, learning, and reflection designed for those seeking to become Catholic, Baptized Catholics seeking Confirmation, and for those simply exploring the Catholic faith. It is open to all adults.
Wherever you are on your faith journey, we welcome you!
Classes begin Thursday, September 10, 2026
Contact Deacon David Auten at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 785-232-5012, ext. 104 for more information.
Cowboy Boots and Catholic Roots
Save the date Saturday, September 19, 2026 for an evening of dinner and dancing.
Register and Pay after Masses September 12 & 13.
To register online, scan the QR code below or click here for the Google Form
St. Matthew Fall Festival October 25, 2026
The St. Matthew Fall Festival features a traditional Turkey Dinner of turkey, dressing, mashed potatoes & gravy, sweet potatoes, green beans, cranberry salad, coleslaw, roll & dessert. We also have fun for the whole family with Indoor Games and Booths that include bingo, card games, silent auction, baked goods, religious items, cake spin, children's games, concessions and a 50/50 Drawing. Plan to join us each fall!
The Fall Festival for 2026 will be held Sunday, October 25.
We hope to see you! Bring your family and enjoy the day at St. Matthew.
IT'S NOT TOO EARLY TO SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER!
For questions or information on volunteering, please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call the Parish Office at 785-232-5012.
Fall Festival Silent Auction Chair Needed
We’re currently looking for a volunteer or two who would like to organize the Silent Auction at Fall Festival. For more information, please reach out to Paige at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Some other Fall Festival volunteer needs are Ticket Collection, Set Up & Tear Down, Dining Room, and Bingo. More information soon.
Volunteer to Help with Donut Sundays
The St. Matthew Women’s Organization Board is looking for groups and/or individuals who would like to host Donut Sundays.
You will need three people for each of the Sunday Masses on Donut Sunday (the third Sunday of each month).
If you are interested, please contact Debra O'Shea at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Become a Gift Bearer
We invite parishioners and families to sign up to be Gift Bearers at weekend Masses.
Sign-up sheets are available in the vestibule each month.
Please note Gift Bearers are asked to arrive 15 minutes prior to Mass to check in.
For more information, ask an usher or contact the Parish Office.
