On September 21st, Christians around the world celebrate the Feast of St. Matthew, a day dedicated to honoring one of Jesus' twelve apostles who underwent a remarkable transformation from despised tax collector to cherished disciple. The story of St. Matthew is a powerful reminder of Jesus' call to anyone, regardless of their past, into a new life of purpose and faith. To mark this special day, I’m excited to share a fun and meaningful recipe that your family will love—Coin Pancakes!
Why Coin Pancakes?
Before St. Matthew became a disciple, he worked as a tax collector in Roman Judea. During that time, tax collectors were often despised for their association with Roman authorities and for profiting off their fellow Jews. Yet Jesus, in His great mercy, called Matthew to follow Him, demonstrating that no one is beyond redemption. To remember St. Matthew’s unique role as a tax collector, we’ll be making coin-shaped pancakes to symbolize the coins he once collected—but with a sweet twist!
This simple recipe is perfect for breakfast or brunch at the Feast of St. Matthew. The pancakes are light, fluffy, and shaped like little coins, making them a fun and symbolic way to celebrate. Drizzle them with honey or syrup for a sweet, golden touch, and enjoy with your family as you reflect on St. Matthew’s story of transformation.
How to Make Coin Pancakes
This recipe is incredibly easy and uses ingredients you likely already have in your kitchen—flour, buttermilk, butter, and a few pantry staples. The pancakes come together in just a few minutes, and the small, coin-like shapes make them perfect for little hands. Kids will love helping with this recipe and learning about St. Matthew’s life as you cook together.
These Coin Pancakes for the Feast of St. Matthew are a fun way to incorporate St. Matthew’s story into your family’s celebration. They’re not only delicious but also provide a great opportunity to talk about themes of repentance, redemption, and the way Christ called Matthew to follow Him.
More Ways to Celebrate St. Matthew’s Day:
In addition to making these Coin Pancakes, there are other simple ways to commemorate St. Matthew’s feast day with your family:
Read Matthew 9:9-13: Reflect on the moment Jesus called Matthew to follow Him.
Play Monopoly: Get into the spirit of Matthew’s former tax collector life with a game of Monopoly!
Enjoy grapes: St. Matthew’s Day coincides with grape harvests in parts of Spain, so enjoy some fresh grapes or grape juice to honor the day.
Let’s Get Ready Together!
Celebrating the Feast of St. Matthew is a great way to connect with the life of this apostle and reflect on the transforming power of Christ’s call. As you gather around the table to enjoy these fun and symbolic Coin Pancakes, may it be a reminder of the grace and mercy that Jesus extends to all of us. I’m excited to celebrate with you as we continue to journey through the liturgical year!
Make sure to follow along for more recipes, activities, and ideas to celebrate the Feast of St. Matthew and other holy days in your home!
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