Events
Calendar of Events
To get a complete picture of our services, special events and church social events, please see the calendar below. Visit our Schedule of Services for a complete listing of worship options.
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11am Meditation
12pm Bible Study - online
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10am Said Eucharist
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10am St. Matthew's Boutique
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10am St. Matthew's Boutique
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8am Said Eucharist
10:30am Sung Eucharist
4pm Evensong
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11am Meditation
12pm Bible Study - online
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10am Said Eucharist
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10am St. Matthew's Boutique
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10am St. Matthew's Boutique
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8am Said Eucharist
10:30am Sung Eucharist
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11am Meditation
12pm Bible Study - online
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12am Online Auction
10am Said Eucharist
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12am Online Auction
10am St. Matthew's Boutique
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12am Online Auction
10am St. Matthew's Boutique
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12am Online Auction
8am Said Eucharist
10:30am Sung Eucharist
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12am Online Auction
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12am Online Auction
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12am Online Auction
11am Meditation
12pm Bible Study - online
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12am Online Auction
10am Said Eucharist
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12am Online Auction
10am St. Matthew's Boutique
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12am Online Auction
10am St. Matthew's Boutique
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12am Online Auction
8am Said Eucharist
10:30am Sung Eucharist
12pm Chapel Chat
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12am Online Auction
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11am Meditation
12pm Bible Study - online
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10am Said Eucharist
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10am St. Matthew's Boutique
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10am St. Matthew's Boutique
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8am Said Eucharist
10:30am Sung Eucharist
7pm Advent Lessons and Carols
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Sing to the Lord a new song, for God has done marvelous things.
Psalm 98:1
Upcoming Special Events
Throughout the year, St. Matthew’s hosts a variety of unique events. Please visit our site frequently to see what is up and coming.
Online Treasures Auction
Art, Books, Experiences, Vacations, Valuables, Beautiful Things
St. Matthew's annual Online Auction will take place November 13-23, 2025.
The auction has a fascinating range of items on offer including fine art, antiques, silver and jewellery, fashion items, food items and more. All proceeds go to charity. No Sales Tax. Many thanks for your support!
Our 2025 online auction is open for bidding from midnight Friday, November 13 to
Sunday, November 23 at 4pm.
The catalogue will be available to view online from Friday, November 7. You must register to bid.
To register and view the online catalogue please click on the link below.
Nativities of the World
Join us Advent Sundays at 10:30 AM
Discover nativity sets from around the globe each Sunday of Advent — presented by our children & youth.
- Nov 30 – Hope
- Dec 7 – Peace
- Dec 14 – Joy
- Dec 21 – Love
- Dec 24 – Christmas Eve Family Service
Scarf & Jewellery Sale
St. Matthew’s annual Scarf and Jewellery sale will be Sunday, December 7, 2025, 9am - 1pm.
This charity sale is held in the church hall, 217 First Avenue near Bank Street, Ottawa. Fabulous selection of designer scarves, purses, jewellery and ties included as well as some Christmas decorations.
25% per cent of revenues go to the Ottawa Food Bank.
All proceeds to charity.
No Sales Tax.
Previous Special Events
Blessing of the Bicycles
St. Matthew’s holds a ‘Blessing of the Bicycles and other forms of active transportation' service annually. We celebrate our stewardship of the Earth by engaging in active modes of transportation with a Blessing of the Bicycles. Bring your bicycles, bus passes, walking shoes, scooters, inline skates, etc.
This service will take place on Sunday, April 27th at 10:30am.
The community is welcome!
Great Glebe Garage Sale
St. Matthew’s participates in the Annual Great Glebe Garage Sale in May. All proceeds go to charity. Volunteers are needed. Please contact the church office at 613-234-4024 for more information.
Souper Sundays
Souper Sundays will resume in the fall of 2024. These events are a time of fellowship for our church family. Come and meet other members and enjoy some of the best soup ever!
All are welcome!
Doors Open Ottawa 2022
St. Matthew’s was open for in-person visits during the 20th anniversary of Doors Open Ottawa in June 2022. Visitors were also able to take a virtual tour from the comfort of home!
Even though Doors Open is now over you can continue to take a unique online tour of St. Matthew’s beautiful worship space
here.
Parking and Location
Address:
217 First Avenue, Ottawa, ON K1S 2G5
Most of Glebe Avenue and First Avenue allow for 2 hours of free street parking 7 days a week. Please confirm with street signage before leaving your car. Street parking is free on Sunday on Bank Street.