The House of St. Matthew honors the tax collector who became an evangelist, symbolizing radical transformation, God's mercy, and the call to discipleship. Known for his Gospel account, Matthew exemplifies the power of written testimony and the importance of sharing one's encounter with Christ. His story reminds us that no past is beyond redemption and that every person has a unique role in God's plan.
Members of the House of St. Matthew are called to embrace their own journey of transformation, to seek truth with humility, and to serve others with the same generosity that they have received. As Matthew left his tax booth to follow Jesus, so too are Setonians encouraged to leave behind whatever holds them back and to respond wholeheartedly to God's call.
"As Jesus passed on from there, he saw a man named Matthew sitting at the customs post. He said to him, 'Follow me.' And he got up and followed him."
- Matthew 9:9