The St. Matthew Adult Dinner Group, or SMADG, is a long-time tradition which gives parishioners an opportunity to socialize together outside of a church setting. Dinners typically happen during the spring and summer months in the homes of volunteer hosts. Many members enjoy this time to get to know one another and to strengthen our church community.

On the fourth Saturday of every month, a group (everyone is welcome!) gathers at St. Matthew at 6:45 am to have breakfast with Argyle Knight in Orting. Argyle is a long-time member of St. Matthew - now living in a nursing home - and is known for his sharp wit.

Pictured here is the breakfast group from a recent morning: From L to R, Norbert Herriges, Argyle, Chuck Zimmerman, John Hibben, (with back to camera), Bob Wright, and Howard Burd.

The annual Vestry/Parish Picnic (hosted by the Vestry) was held at the Cuevas home in September after church services. A good crowd turned out to feast on hamburgers, salads, desserts, and drinks. The weather cooperated and was sunny after a foggy morning. Everybody had a great time.

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St. Matthew holds an annual Golf Tournament for its parish players at all levels. The original date, in April, was rained out this year and the 32 folks who were signed up to play were sorely disappointed. But with cleats, clubs, and a keen desire to play, St. Matthew’s intrepid golfers rescheduled their time on the links and finished out the tournament with impressively high scores, much laughter, and a wonderful feeling of fellowship.

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We Hiked To Paradise!  Just the right destination for a church group.  Eighteen St. Matthew members and friends hiked the trails of Mt. Rainier on a cloudy but rain-free September Saturday.  With several trails available, participants could choose a route suited to their own energy level surrounded by hills and wildflowers.  Trail Boss John Hibben looks forward to more hiking with the group.

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Group in front of Mt. Rainier               Myrtle Falls

        
      Overlooking the                  Group photo in front of
      Nisqually Glacier                  the Nisqually Glacier