Since the beginning of Generations, our parish has made a commitment to invite our members into a deeper participation in the life of the parish. We asked for a greater participation in the prayer-life of the parish and we asked for a greater participation in the ministerial life of the parish; this in an effort to encourage all members to become involved in the daily mission of our Church.

We also asked all our families to adopt a need-to-give, versus give-to-need, philosophy when considering, time, talent and their financial support of our offertory and capital fund. “Do not neglect to do good and to share what you have, for such sacrifices are pleasing to God” (Hebrews 13:16).

We have developed and communicated our minimum expectations to our parishioners:

• Participate 1-hour per week in community prayer (Sunday Mass).
• Devote 1-hour per week volunteering in a parish ministry.
• Contribute 1-hour of weekly income (2.5%) for financial support.

As a parish, we have made an amazing commitment to improve St. Matthew's facilities: new offsite sports fields, a new Parish Activity Center and playground, a new Church, new parish administration offices and meeting center, a new learning center, renovation of the old convent into a multi-purpose facility, renovation of the rectory into a residence for our priests, and much needed improvements to the school.

The ultimate success of this plan continues to rest upon the commitment and generosity of the parishioners of St. Matthew the Apostle Parish.