Death is inevitable, and the decisions made beforehand can make a difference in the care and comfort of a dying person and his or her loved ones.  A presentation will be offered between the Sunday Masses on Feb. 26 in the Parish Conference Center, at 9:45 a.m.

Sign up this weekend in the narthex for the next American Red Cross Blood Drive. It will take place on Sunday, Feb. 26, in the Cohan-Hansom Building, 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. If you are interested in volunteering to help with the blood drive or want more information, please contact Mary Ann Dunn at 550-5101 or madunn@churchofstmatthew.org.

St. Matthew’s married couples are invited to take part in an exciting, new program designed just for them! Marriage Matters will begin with “Six Dates for Catholic Couples” on March 4, 9:45-10:45 a.m., in the Parish Conference Center. Gerry & Taffy Armbruster will guide participants through a format that encourages couples to grow in love guided by their faith ...

When planning your summer vacations and camps, keep in mind Vacation Bible School at St. Matthew. This year’s session is planned for June 11-15. Information: Anne Good, anne.good@yahoo.com or (312) 371-5815.

If you are seeking a way to make Christ the center of your everyday life, you are invited to experience a three-day Cursillo weekend at Camp Marymount. The weekend for men will take place Feb. 16-19 and the women’s weekend will be March 1-4. Contact Maria and Vincent Giannattasio, 337-0980 or mbgiannattasio@gmail.com.

The First Communion closet at St. Matthew is available to families whose children will be participating in the sacramental celebration this Spring. We are accepting donations of First Communion clothing for the closet. If you are in need of a First Communion dress, veil or suit, or are interested in donating ...

It’s a journey for a lifetime, and what better time to sign up than now — as we prepare for the Nativity of our Lord. A Holy Land pilgrimage with Fr. Mark Beckman will depart Nashville on May 28. There is an optional extension to Mt. Sinai and St. Catherine’s Monastery in Egypt. For more information ...