BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//St. Matthias Episcopal Church - ECPv6.16.5//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:St. Matthias Episcopal Church X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://stmatthiasfl.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for St. Matthias Episcopal Church REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250714 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250719 DTSTAMP:20250516T012648Z CREATED:20250109T201820Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T012648Z UID:83088-1752451200-1752883199@stmatthiasfl.com SUMMARY:Vacation Bible School DESCRIPTION:Calling All Explorers! \nGet ready to pack your backpacks\, grab your binoculars\, and set off on the ultimate summer adventure! It’s never too early to start planning for Vacation Bible School\, and this year\, we’re going wild with a journey you won’t want to miss. \nThis year’s theme is Exploring the Miracles of Jesus: Desert & Jungle Safaris! From the dusty trails of the desert to the lush\, green canopy of the jungle\, we’ll uncover incredible miracles\, discover God’s love\, and grow in faith together — all while having a blast with games\, crafts\, music\, snacks\, and unforgettable stories. \nWe will be meeting the week of July 14-18\, 2025\, from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm\, and are accepting rising kindergarteners to sixth graders. The event is completely free for all in the community\, and we will also provide lunch for all the children as well. \nTo register\, please visit our Eventbrite and fill out this application. \nWhether you’re a seasoned VBS adventurer or a first-time traveler\, we can’t wait to see you there. Bring your friends\, your energy\, and your sense of wonder — this is going to be a summer experience to remember! \nPlease reach out to our Children’s Director\, Karen Freiberg (freibergs4@aol.com)\, with any questions. URL:https://stmatthiasfl.com/event/vacation-bible-school-2025/ LOCATION:Church Grounds CATEGORIES:Community Event,Youth Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://stmatthiasfl.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Vacation-Bible-School-25.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T200000 DTSTAMP:20250610T173924Z CREATED:20250610T173917Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T173924Z UID:83383-1753812000-1753819200@stmatthiasfl.com SUMMARY:Adult Book Study DESCRIPTION:Do you ever feel bored\, distracted\, or discouraged in prayer? \nWe fail to realize that prayer isn’t a place for us to be good or right\, and it isn’t a place for us to perform or prove our worth. It’s a place for us to be honest\, present\, and known—a place for us to offer ourselves and receive God. \nKyle Strobel and John Coe’s book Where Prayer Becomes Real: How Honesty with God Transforms Your Soul focuses on these topics. In this study\, parishoner Eddie Rodriguez will lead the group as we explore how to fearlessly draw near to a holy God\, pray without ceasing (and without posturing)\, and delight in the experience of being fully known and fully loved. \nWe will be meeting in the Parish Hall on Tuesdays from 6:00-8:00 pm on June 17th\, June 24th\, July 8th\, July 15th\, July 22nd\, and July 29th. (There will be no meeting Fourth of July week.) \nThe book for the study can be purchased on Amazon for $11.00. \nIf you’re interested in attending\, please add your name and contact information to the sign-up sheet in the Parish Hall. For any questions\, Eddie Rodriguez can be reached through email at edrodz2391@gmail.com or phone at 407.271.7817. \nWe hope to see you there! URL:https://stmatthiasfl.com/event/adult-book-study/ LOCATION:Parish Hall CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Fellowship ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://stmatthiasfl.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/WPBR-Book-Study-2025-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T160000 DTSTAMP:20251001T025345Z CREATED:20250428T131233Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T025345Z UID:83305-1761386400-1761408000@stmatthiasfl.com SUMMARY:Pet Blessing & Vendor Fair DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, October 25 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm for a day of celebration\, community\, and furry fun! \nOur Annual Pet Blessing & Vendor Fair invites you to enjoy browsing a variety of craft and pet-related vendors. Whether you’re shopping for unique handmade goods or treats and gear for your four-legged friends\, there’s something for everyone. We’re also firing up the grill\, so make sure to come hungry! \nThe Blessing of the Animals will take place at 12:00 noon\, and we invite pets of all shapes and sizes to receive this special blessing as we celebrate Saint Francis of Assisi. \nFeel free to RSVP to the event on Facebook as well. \nBring your pets\, your family\, and your friends — we can’t wait to see you there! URL:https://stmatthiasfl.com/event/pet-blessing-vendor-fair/ LOCATION:Church Grounds CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://stmatthiasfl.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Pet-Blessing-2025-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251122 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251123 DTSTAMP:20251001T022459Z CREATED:20251001T022455Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T022459Z UID:83595-1763769600-1763855999@stmatthiasfl.com SUMMARY:Thanksgiving Basket Project DESCRIPTION:This Thanksgiving\, let’s come together to share the gift of a holiday meal with families in need. \nOur annual Thanksgiving Basket Project provides a full meal to local families\, including all the essentials—stuffing\, gravy\, cranberry sauce\, pumpkin pie mix\, and more—along with a gift card to purchase a turkey. \nIn past years\, we’ve distributed 125 baskets. This year\, the need is even greater\, and we’ve set a new goal of 150 baskets. With your generosity\, we can make sure more families gather around a full table this Thanksgiving. \nBasket Assembly & Distribution will take place on Saturday\, November 22\, 2025\, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. \n \n \n \n \n \n WANT TO GET INVOLVED? \nDonate: Monetary donations are needed to purchase the items for each basket. Every contribution—big or small—makes a difference. \nOnline Donations: Go to Realm and select Thanksgiving Basket Project Donations as the giving fund. \nPhysical Donations: Make sure to indicate in the check’s memo line or on your giving envelope that your donation is for the Thanksgiving Basket Project. \nVolunteer: Sign-up sheets for helping assemble and distribute the baskets will be available in the Parish Hall at a later date. \n \n \n \n \n \n Together\, we can bring joy\, nourishment\, and hope to families in our community. Thank you for being part of this tradition of giving! URL:https://stmatthiasfl.com/event/thanksgiving-basket-project/ LOCATION:Church Grounds CATEGORIES:Community Outreach ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://stmatthiasfl.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Thanksgiving-Baskets-2025-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260104T170000 DTSTAMP:20251209T162426Z CREATED:20251209T160441Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T162426Z UID:83695-1765267200-1767546000@stmatthiasfl.com SUMMARY:December & January Events DESCRIPTION:🎄✨ The season of hope\, joy\, and celebration is here! ✨🎄Join us at St Matthias Episcopal Church for a beautiful lineup of Advent & Christmas special services and events — from joyful tree decorating 🎁 to heartfelt Christmas Eve worship 🌟 and cozy cookie fellowships 🍪. \n🕯️ Whether you’re a longtime member or a first-time visitor\, there’s something special for everyone this season! \n📅 Mark your calendars and gather with us in the warmth of community and faith.📝 Full schedule available here: https://stmatthiasfl.com/Christmas2025 \n#StMatthiasChristmas #AdventSeason #ChristmasWorship #FaithFamilyJoy #ChristmasAtChurch URL:https://stmatthiasfl.com/event/december-january-events/ CATEGORIES:Special Service ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://stmatthiasfl.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Xmas-Services.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251223 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260105 DTSTAMP:20251209T165501Z CREATED:20251209T164052Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T165501Z UID:83709-1766448000-1767571199@stmatthiasfl.com SUMMARY:Church office closed. DESCRIPTION:🎄✨ Holiday Office Closure Notice ✨🎄The St Matthias Church Office will be closed for the Christmas and New Year holidays from December 23\, 2025\, through January 4\, 2026. \nWe’ll be back in the office on Monday\, January 5—refreshed and ready for a joyful 2026! 💫 \nIn the meantime\, we wish you and your loved ones a blessed Christmas season and a peaceful New Year! 🌟❤️ URL:https://stmatthiasfl.com/event/church-office-closed/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://stmatthiasfl.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Office-closed.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260125 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260126 DTSTAMP:20260113T233422Z CREATED:20260113T233418Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T233422Z UID:83766-1769299200-1769385599@stmatthiasfl.com SUMMARY:Annual Parish Meeting & Potluck DESCRIPTION:This upcoming Sunday\, January 25th\, we will gather as one parish family for our Annual Parish Meeting & Potluck. There will be one service at 10:00 am\, followed immediately by the meeting around 11:00 am.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \nEach year\, we pause as a community to reflect on the blessings and challenges of the year behind us\, and to look faithfully and hopefully toward the year ahead. Together\, we will hear committee and vestry reports\, receive ministry updates\, and participate in vestry elections as we continue understanding how God is calling us to serve in the coming year.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \nAs Ephesians reminds us\, “From Christ\, the whole body\, joined and held together… grows and builds itself up in love” (Ephesians 4:16). Our annual meeting is one way we live in this truth — listening to one another\, sharing responsibilities\, and participating in the common life and ministry of our parish. In this work\, we remember that the Church is not just a building\, but a community of people seeking to follow Christ and care for the world God loves.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nFollowing the meeting\, everyone is warmly invited to remain for a parish-wide potluck. Please bring a favorite dish or dessert to share and enjoy fellowship\, conversation\, and community around the table. URL:https://stmatthiasfl.com/event/annual-parish-meeting-potluck/ LOCATION:Church Grounds CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://stmatthiasfl.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Annual-Parish-Meeting-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260313T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260313T190000 DTSTAMP:20260318T141434Z CREATED:20260313T163806Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T141434Z UID:83933-1773424800-1773428400@stmatthiasfl.com SUMMARY:Stations of The Cross DESCRIPTION: URL:https://stmatthiasfl.com/event/stations-of-the-cross-6/ CATEGORIES:Special Service ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://stmatthiasfl.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Stations-of-the-Cross1-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T190000 DTSTAMP:20260318T141458Z CREATED:20260313T164506Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T141458Z UID:83936-1774029600-1774033200@stmatthiasfl.com SUMMARY:Stations of The Cross DESCRIPTION: URL:https://stmatthiasfl.com/event/stations-of-the-cross-7/ CATEGORIES:Special Service ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://stmatthiasfl.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Stations-of-the-Cross1-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260405 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260406 DTSTAMP:20260401T043731Z CREATED:20260318T141656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T043731Z UID:83941-1775347200-1775433599@stmatthiasfl.com SUMMARY:Easter Egg Hunt DESCRIPTION: URL:https://stmatthiasfl.com/event/easter-egg-hunt/ CATEGORIES:Youth Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://stmatthiasfl.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Easter-Egg-Hunt1-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260405 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260406 DTSTAMP:20260318T141911Z CREATED:20260318T141911Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T141911Z UID:83946-1775347200-1775433599@stmatthiasfl.com SUMMARY:Holy Week & Easter Schedule DESCRIPTION: URL:https://stmatthiasfl.com/event/holy-week-easter-schedule/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://stmatthiasfl.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Holy-Week-Services-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T190000 DTSTAMP:20260326T035612Z CREATED:20260326T035428Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T035612Z UID:84060-1776445200-1776452400@stmatthiasfl.com SUMMARY:Pancake Supper DESCRIPTION: URL:https://stmatthiasfl.com/event/pancake-supper/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://stmatthiasfl.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Pancake-Supper-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260612 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260613 DTSTAMP:20260610T195852Z CREATED:20260610T195749Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T195852Z UID:84515-1781222400-1781308799@stmatthiasfl.com SUMMARY:Pulse Remembrance Day DESCRIPTION:“The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” (Psalm 34:18)\nToday\, we remember the 49 lives lost in the Pulse Nightclub tragedy and hold in prayer all those whose lives were forever changed on June 12\, 2016. \nAs we gather in remembrance on this anniversary\, we give thanks for the lives of those taken too soon\, pray for their families and loved ones\, and remember the survivors\, first responders\, and all who continue to carry the weight of that day. \nThis day falls during Pride Month\, a time when we celebrate the diversity of God’s beloved children and reaffirm the dignity and worth of every person. As followers of Christ\, we are called to love one another\, to seek peace\, and to build communities where all people are welcomed and valued. \nMay we honor the memory of those we lost by choosing compassion over hatred\, understanding over fear\, and love over violence. And may God’s healing presence continue to comfort all who grieve and strengthen all who work for a more just and peaceful world. \nGrant them eternal rest\, O Lord\, and let light perpetual shine upon them. URL:https://stmatthiasfl.com/event/pulse-remembrance-day/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://stmatthiasfl.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Pulse-Nightclub-Pride.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260619 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260620 DTSTAMP:20260610T200139Z CREATED:20260610T200052Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T200139Z UID:84526-1781827200-1781913599@stmatthiasfl.com SUMMARY:Juneteenth Freedom Day DESCRIPTION:“Thus says the Lord: Maintain justice and do what is right.” (Isaiah 56:1)\nToday\, we commemorate Juneteenth\, the day in 1865 when news of emancipation finally reached enslaved people in Texas\, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation had been issued. \nAs we give thanks for the gift of freedom and remember the resilience\, faith\, and contributions of Black Americans throughout our nation’s history\, we also reflect on our ongoing call as Christians to seek justice\, uphold the dignity of every human being\, and work toward reconciliation and peace. \nJuneteenth invites us to celebrate liberation while remembering the struggles that preceded it and the work that remains before us. In the words of our Baptismal Covenant\, may we continue to strive for justice and peace among all people\, and respect the dignity of every human being. \nMay this day be one of remembrance\, gratitude\, learning\, and hope. URL:https://stmatthiasfl.com/event/juneteenth-freedom-day/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://stmatthiasfl.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Juneteenth-June.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260621 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260622 DTSTAMP:20260610T200335Z CREATED:20260610T200320Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T200335Z UID:84532-1782000000-1782086399@stmatthiasfl.com SUMMARY:Happy Father's Day DESCRIPTION:“For you know that we dealt with each of you as a father deals with his own children\, encouraging\, comforting and urging you to live lives worthy of God\, who calls you into his kingdom and glory.” (1 Thessalonians 2:11-12)\nHappy Father’s Day to all the men who love with a father’s heart\, offering guidance\, encouragement\, protection\, and care to those entrusted to them. \nWe also recognize that this day can hold many emotions. Some celebrate with joy\, while others carry grief\, absence\, complicated relationships\, or the longing to be a parent. Wherever you find yourself today\, know that you are held in God’s love. URL:https://stmatthiasfl.com/event/fathers-day/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://stmatthiasfl.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Fathers-Day.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260704 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260705 DTSTAMP:20260629T154818Z CREATED:20260629T154815Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T154818Z UID:84802-1783123200-1783209599@stmatthiasfl.com SUMMARY:Independence Day DESCRIPTION:As we celebrate 250 years of our nation’s independence\, we give thanks for the freedoms we enjoy and pray for the grace to use them wisely. We also recognize that every generation is called to continue the work of creating a nation where justice\, dignity\, and peace are shared by all. \nAs the Book of Common Prayer reminds us\, “Give to the people of our country a zeal for justice\, and the strength of forbearance\, that we may use our liberty in accordance with thy gracious will.” \nMay God bless our nation with wisdom\, humility\, and hope. URL:https://stmatthiasfl.com/event/independence-day/ CATEGORIES:National Holiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://stmatthiasfl.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Fourth-of-July.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260712 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260713 DTSTAMP:20260630T161341Z CREATED:20260630T161341Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T161341Z UID:84817-1783814400-1783900799@stmatthiasfl.com SUMMARY:Canon Nelson Pinder Commemoration Day DESCRIPTION:Today we give thanks for the life and witness of the Rev. Canon Nelson W. Pinder\, a faithful priest\, courageous civil rights leader\, and beloved son of the Episcopal Church in Central Florida. \nServing at St. John the Baptist Episcopal Church in Orlando for more than five decades\, Canon Pinder believed that the Gospel called Christians to work for justice. Known as Orlando’s “Street Priest\,” he helped lead peaceful efforts to end segregation\, advocated for voting rights and equal opportunity\, and ministered to those on the margins with unwavering compassion. His ministry embodied the promise we make in our Baptismal Covenant: to strive for justice and peace among all people\, and to respect the dignity of every human being. \nAs we remember Canon Pinder\, may his example inspire us to follow Christ with courage\, humility\, and love\, seeking reconciliation in our communities and serving our neighbors as he so faithfully did. URL:https://stmatthiasfl.com/event/canon-nelson-pinder-commemoration-day/ CATEGORIES:Special Service ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://stmatthiasfl.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Pinder-Day.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260913T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260913T103000 DTSTAMP:20260630T184311Z CREATED:20260630T184240Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T184311Z UID:84823-1789295400-1789295400@stmatthiasfl.com SUMMARY:Back to Sunday School DESCRIPTION: URL:https://stmatthiasfl.com/event/back-to-sunday-school/ CATEGORIES:Youth Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://stmatthiasfl.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Sunday-School-Start-Date-2026.webp END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR