Social Concerns
Serves as a core group to coordinate the various outreach programs of the parish.
Call the Rectory to contact any group. (570) 421-2342.
Advocate to Disabilities
Seeks to welcome persons with disabilities and their families into parish life and enable them to participate in parish programs.
Family
Gives families the opportunity to join other families in their parish and to plan and share Christ-centered activities. They sponsor the Family Picnic in September and the Parish Family Communion Breakfast each Spring.
55+ Friendship Club
Provides for the spiritual and social needs of the senior members of the parish. The group meets the third Friday of each month at 11:30AM in the Parish Center for conversation, games, and a brown bag lunch. Trips are often planned.
Food Pantry
Offers an emergency food supply to those parishioners in need. Non-perishable food is donated by parishioners weekly. Food is left in the designated boxes in the rear of the church and packed by volunteers. The food pantry in open from 9:00AM - 10:00AM Monday mornings for distribution.
The Father Francis Craft Council #11434 is a fraternal organization which performs service and charitable works. They organize youth activities, fund raising trips, assist at the Block Party, and participate in the Baptismal process. Meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. and the 4th Sat.
at 9:30 a.m. in the Parish Center.
Pro Life Committee
Tries, through various means, to heighten awareness in our parish of the issues of abortion, infanticide and euthanasia. As none of these practices are permitted by the Catholic Church, as a loving community we provide an outreach to people facing difficult life decisions. We are affiliated with the Deanery pro-life group, CryOut!
Welcoming Committee
Provides a welcome atmosphere for new members; each of whom is called personally. Coffee and donuts are served after 12:05 Mass twice a year. Watch the Bulletin for details. All parishioners are invited to meet new members.
Block Party
A fund raising and great social event that takes place every August on the parish grounds.
A complete scouting program is offered following recommendations by the Boy Scouts of America. The troop has been in existence and active since 1928.
Many young girls take an active part in our Girl Scout program. "Daisies" are for kindergarten students and "Brownies" are generally ages 6-7-8. As girls advance, there is a junior program offered. As the girls advance in scouting they are given more responsibility and leadership.
Cub Scouts
Cub Scout Pack #83: Cub Scouting helps to teach boys to be self-reliant, dependable and caring individuals, while building self-esteem and having fun along the way.
Annual Family Picnic
Held in September, this family oriented day provides games, music, entertainment, food, and fun for all members. It is usually held at Dansbury Park in East Stroudsburg.
Softball
St. Matthew's is a member of the Monroe County Church Softball League and the Amateur Softball Association of America. The league is co-ed and very competitive. The season usually starts the first week of May and ends in early August (including playoffs) with games played on weekdays starting at 6:30 p.m. Currently players must be at least 15 years old with those under 18 needing a parental permission slip.
Volleyball
St. Matthew's is a member of the Monroe County Church Volleyball League. The season usually starts the second week of January and ends the last week of March (including playoffs) with matches played on weekdays starting at 6:00 or 7:30 p.m. Currently players must be at least 15 years old with those under 18 needing a parental permission slip.
St. Matthew's
Catholic
Church
Pocono Mts.
East Stroudsburg, PA
