Prayer is integral to the parish life here at St. Matthew’s. Every Bible study, class, meeting and ministry encompasses prayer at some point in the gathering. Below is a list of the different avenues for prayer here at St. Matthew’s, with links to more detailed information.
- Church Prayer List – Call the church office (345-8314) to add a name to the prayer list. These names are read aloud daily at Evening Prayer and posted on the web site.
- Evening Prayer - Each evening at 6 PM dedicated lay ministers read scripture and lead intercessions for our nation, our troops, the leaders of all the nations and those on our parish prayer list.
- Order of St. Luke
- Daughters of the King
- Sunday Prayer Teams – Prayer teams are available during Communion for personal prayer needs.
- Wednesday Noon Healing Service - A warm and intimate celebration of the Holy Communion, including a dignified ritual of "laying on of hands" for those who come for healing.
- Prayer Shawl Ministry - What better way to feel loved and comforted when suffering?
- Kairos Prison Ministry - Through Kairos, Christian men and women serve the Lord at 33 units of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. See how you can help! #1 on the list is prayer.
- Bible Studies - Groups that meet weekly to study God's Word.
- Spiritual Formation Special Events - Check the Parish Calendar to see the spiritual formation events that are currently scheduled.