WELCOME TO
Holy Trinity with St Matthews
ONE BIG FAMILY
It is with immense joy and excitement that we extend a warm and deep welcome to each and every one of you, whether you are a longtime member, a newcomer, or someone simply seeking spiritual connection.
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In this sacred space, we come together not just as a congregation, but as a diverse and supportive family bound by our shared faith and love for God. As you step into our church, envision it not just as a physical structure, but as a haven for spiritual growth, community fellowship, and unwavering support.
ONE HEART -TWO LUNGS
St Matthew's Church a bilingual community of faith. We have different groups in English and Spanish, and just like Jesus called God his Father abba in his own mother tongue (Aramaic), we too worship God and pray in our own language.
Our model is taken from the letters of St Paul, when he reflected on the nature of the Church. We are one body, one parish, one community, one family. Just as a human body, we breathe through our two lungs. Each of the lungs has its own characteristics and needs, its richness and challenges, its uniqueness. But having both is what make us what we are, a very open, inclusive, friendly and welcoming family.
funerals
The funeral service is an opportunity to gather before God to express grief, to give thanks in celebration of a life, and to commend the soul of the departed into God’s keeping. The service maybe short and quiet with only a few family members, or it may be an occasion of great solemnity with music and hymns. There may be a short speech by one of the mourners, some favourite readings, and a full church. It can be an occasion of great joy in honour of a life lived to the full.
Everyone in England has the right to a funeral in the local parish church, even if they have not been church-goers. Our Churches are the spiritual “homes” of everyone who lives within the parishes. Taking funerals is important part of the work for parish clergy. They give time to visiting families, comforting those who are facing loss, and helping them to arrange the service. If the priest did not know the deceased person, it helps if relatives provide some details.
The funeral director plays an important part in coordinating arrangements and will want to know what you are planning. They will advise you on the fees for a funeral service in church, at a cemetery, or at a crematorium. If the family wish it, a Mass can be part of these ceremonies. This would usually be held at St Matthew’s Church. We will help you prepare a service which remembers your loved one in a unique way, and we can guide you though the selection of music (hymns or instrumental), bible readings, other readings, preparation of orders of service, etc. At St Matthew's we can facilitate funerals in English, Spanish or bilingual.

As part of the funeral you might want to have a wake or a reception in which share memories of your lost loved one. If you wish, we can help you arrange that at St Matthew's following the funeral in our own hall.
To arrange a funeral al St Matthew's you can either contact your funeral directors and give them our details or you can telephone (020 7357 8532) or email the office to arrange a meeting with one of our clergy (admin.eng@stmatt.co.uk).
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Whether you decide to celebrate the funeral of your loved one with us or not, we are here to help and support you. If you need someone to talk to, just give us a call and we will more happy to meet up with you and listen. You are not alone.