Mark your calendars for these important dates. There are a lot of exciting things coming up, these are just a few!
September 13 - St. Matthew Ministry Showcase
September 16, 23 and 30 - New Members & Baptism Class
September 20 - Annual Block Party
October 4 - New Members Lunch
October 11 - New Member & Baptism Sunday
October 17 – Date Night Banquet
October 25 – Keyboard Praise

Are you interested in joining our church? We have set aside a special day, October 11, for this to happen.  We ask that you join us for three classes to prepare for this special Sunday.

Immediately following ReFuel on Wednesdays, September 16, 23, and 30; our pastors are hosting a new member and baptism class in Room 5 (downstairs under the Sanctuary) at 7:00 pm. On Sunday, October 4 at 12:30 PM, there will be a luncheon where you can meet the entire staff of Saint Matthew and ask questions.

Contact Pastor Rob at rtevis@stmatthew.church for more information… or just show up to join the class.  Let’s make a splash for Jesus by taking our next steps of faith!

Join us September 20 in the parking lot for a block party.

There will be free food, drinks, music and activities for all ages.

Are you desiring to follow Jesus in baptism?  We have set aside a special day, October 11, for this to happen.  We ask that you join us for three classes to prepare for this special Sunday.

Immediately following ReFuel on Wednesdays, September 16, 23, and 30; our pastors are hosting a new member and baptism class in Room 5 (downstairs under the Sanctuary) at 7 p.m. On Sunday, October 4 at 12:30 p.m., there will be a luncheon where you can meet the entire staff of Saint Matthew and ask questions.

Contact Pastor Rob at rtevis@stmatthew.church for more information… or just show up to join the class.  Let’s make a splash for Jesus by taking our next steps of faith!

Date Night 2026
At Saint Matthew Church, 1200 Moreland Ave, Belleville, IL 62223

Saturday, October 17, 5-8:30 PM (Doors Open at 4 PM)

FOR WHO?  Are you in love?  Date Night is for ALL serious dating couples and married couples!

For just $80 per couple,  you’ll get:

• A catered Dinner with 6 Violin String Ensemble Music
• A personalized “Better Love” relationship assessment
• Future Date Night ideas designed to help your relationship
• A LIVE simulcast session with Dr. Les & Leslie Parrott hosted by Rob & Krissy Tevis
• Nursery available

Check out betterlove.com to find out about the Parrott’s ministry, including the 5 Love Languages.



WHAT IS IT? Date Night is an engaging and fun event for couples of any age or stage – featuring real-life and practical content from Les and Leslie. It’s a live, interactive, virtual event for couples in these turbulent times!  Each couple receives a code for the Better Love Assessment (retails for $35; learn more at BetterLove.com).  After dinner, there will be a debriefing live simulcast on the Better Love Assessments that includes information on personalities, conflict, communication, and a whole lot more.  They will help you create an “action plan” to grow in your love!

REGISTER? PRE-REGISTER AT A REGISTRATION TABLE IN THE FOYER OR ONLINE AT - https://stmatthew-belleville.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3857754

As soon as you register, you will receive a code to take the Better Love Assessment for you and your loved one!  It is best to take the assessment before Date Night!

Keyboard Praise is an annual celebration of music from many different eras. It will be streamed live on the church website, Facebook, and YouTube. You can read more about our Keyboard Praise event here.

To make reservations for large groups, please call the church office at 618-397-5994