For further information about any of these ministries,
please contact the church office (847) 382-7002
Meals on Wheels
Barrington Area Meals On Wheels is a community service
program that provides nutritious mid-day meals to senior citizens
who are unable to cook for themselves. The meals are prepared by Governor's
Park under the supervision of a registered nutritionist.
All delivery of meals, program coordination and implementation
is done by volunteers. St. Matthew provides drivers two days a month--the
second Tuesday and third Wednesday of each month. We strive for each
volunteer to only have to drive one day every other month, or approximately
six times per year. Each day a volunteer drives requires one and one-half
hours. Should you become part of our program, this brief volunteer
time will become one of the most gratifying services you will personally
experience. The recipients of the meals truly appreciate your time
and effort.
New volunteers are always welcome! They will be given
"on the job training" and will not be expected to drive
until familiar with the program.
Caring Crib
Once a year a crib is used to collect baby items
for the Care First Pregnancy Center. These donations include the diapers,
bedding, clothes, and small furniture.
St. Matthew's Caring Tree
Every year between the second week in November and
the first week of December, St. Matthews creates a Caring Christmas
Tree. We collect toys, gifts, food (non-perishable) and cash donations
for people and families in need. All items collected are distributed
via the Salvation Army. For more information on the Caring Tree, please
contact the Church Office at 847-382-7002
September 11th 2002
A civic remembrance program with the Barrington
Fire Department was provided for the community. It honored the fire
service personnel who lost their lives on September 11, 2001. Cookies
and coffee were provided in the church basement following the program.
