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

3

10am Said Eucharist

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10am St. Matthew's Boutique

5

10am St. Matthew's Boutique

6

8am Said Eucharist

10:30am Sung Eucharist

4pm Evensong with Reception

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9

11am Meditation

12pm Bible Study - online

10

10am Said Eucharist

11

10am St. Matthew's Boutique

12

10am St. Matthew's Boutique

13

8am Said Eucharist

10:30am Sung Eucharist - Palm Sunday

14

10am Said Eucharist

15

10am Said Eucharist

16

10am Said Eucharist

11am Meditation

12pm Bible Study - online

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17

10am Said Eucharist

5:15pm Maundy Thursday Supper

7pm Maundy Thursday

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11am Good Friday service

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8pm Easter Vigil

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8am Said Eucharist

10:30am Sung Eucharist - Easter Sunday

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11am Meditation

12pm Bible Study - online

24

10am Said Eucharist

25

10am St. Matthew's Boutique

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10am St. Matthew's Boutique

27

8am Said Eucharist

10:30am Sung Eucharist - Family Service

11:30am Souper Sunday

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11am Meditation

12pm Bible Study - online

1

10am Said Eucharist

2

10am St. Matthew's Boutique

3

10am St. Matthew's Boutique

4

8am Said Eucharist

10:30am Sung Eucharist

11:30am Greeters and Sidespersons Meeting

4pm Evensong

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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.

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!

Previous Special Events

Scarf & Jewellery Sale

St. Matthew’s annual Scarf and Jewellery sale will be Sunday, December 1, 2024, 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.

Scarf and Jewellery poster
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!

Online Treasures Auction

Art, Books, Experiences, Vacations, Valuables, Beautiful Things

St. Matthew’s holds an online auction annually in November. Check back for details and registration link.


PAINTING CREDIT: Donna Lynd & PHOTO CREDIT: Ian Glen

Online Auction poster
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.

Doors Open Ottawa 2022

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.

  • Is there free parking available?

    A limited number of free parking spaces on Sundays are available in the church lot off First Avenue. Entrance to the lot is between the church and the townhouses just west of Bank Street.

  • Is there accessible parking on site?

    Two signed accessible parking spots are available in the church lot. The ramp to the church is located at the accessible parking spots. There is elevator access to the lower level of the church. Please call us if you have any questions about the church’s accessibility.

  • Can I secure my bike somewhere?

    Our bike rack is located outside the door at 217 First Avenue.

  • Is there guest parking for weddings and funerals?

    For funerals or weddings the office can arrange for parking permits through the City of Ottawa.

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