St. Matthew

"Know that I am with you always."
Matthew 28:20

Diocese of St. Petersburg, Florida
Saint Matthew Roman Catholic Church
9111 90th Ave. N.
Largo, FL 33777
(click here for Directions)
phone 727-393-1288  

Our Celebration Schedule

Saturday Vigil 4:00 pm

Regular Mass schedule restarts September 8th - Sunday 7:30, 9:00 and 11:00 am

Holy Days 8:30 am & 7:00 pm
Daily Mass 8:30 am, Monday - Saturday

Rosary: Monday—Saturday 8:00 am
Miraculous Medal Novena - prayed each Tuesday following the 8:30 am Mass
Divine Mercy - prayed each Friday following the 8:30 am Mass
Sacrament of Penance, Saturday 3:00 - 3:45 pm, or by appointment

Office Hours:

Monday - Thursday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm 
Friday - 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Our Mission Statement

With the word of God as our foundation, the people of Saint Matthew Catholic Parish strive to be the presence of God in our community.  We do so through joyful worship, fellowship with our members, a welcoming spirit to visitors and seekers, an increasing willingness to give of our time, talent and treasure to serve God's people and a desire to spread our faith through ongoing spiritual growth.

"I am the light of the world.  Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life." John 8:12

What is the Light of the World Retreat?

LOTW is a parish-based retreat presented by parishioners and clergy.  This is intended for both men and women over the age of 18.  This experience brings the light of the Gospel alive within and our parish through a living encounter with Jesus Christ.  Attending a Light of the World retreat is a wonderful opportunity to enhance and enrich your faith with those you see at Mass as well as parishioner you have yet to meet.

Light of the World Registration

Light of the World - More Information

For more information, call Anne Koster in the church office.

SEASONS DVD study - "Finding I Am,"

Join SEASONS this fall for our DVD study "Finding I Am" as we take to the streets of ancient Israel to find Biblical truth that speaks to us today!  We will explore who Jesus really is as we study the Gospel of John, through impacting videos, as well as both large and small group sharing.  All women 18 and up are invited to join this wonderful "sisterhood" here at St. Matthew.  We will meet for 7 Mondays, beginning Oct. 1st at 6:50 p.m.  "Early-bird registration" through Sept. 23rd for the first 30 participants is $20.  In order to ensure book delivery by our start date or register, please e-mail Karen TODAY at or call Karen at 727-393-0805. View the promo video using the button below.

Finding I Am promo video

New Website Feature

A parish Event Calendar has been added to the website that lists Masses, special liturgical items such as Adoration, ministry events and meetings, and other special events.  One of the benefits to ministry leaders is planning around existing events.  Be sure to let our parish secretary, Anne Koster, know of any additions or edits to the Events Calendar.  By clicking on specific events, additional information is shown and includes dates, times, location and contact person.

Pilgrimage to Germany, Prague and Austria featuring the Passion Play of Oberammergau

Join Fr. Tom Anastasia and Fr. Tom Barrett as hosts on a 12-day tour visiting Berlin, Dresden, Prague, Ĉeský Krumlov, Viena, Salzburg and Munich. 

August 25th - September 5th, 2020

The tour features round trip airfare from Tampa or Miami, accommodations at first class / select hotels based on two persons sharing in twin-bedded rooms with private bath (hotels and guest houses are used in Oberammergau), most mealsy, comprehensive sightseeing, and all admission fees including the Passion Play, porterage, hotel taxes, services charges, government and airline surchages are included in the $4,799 per person, double-occupancy price.  Complete information and day-to-day itinerary - click here.