“A Heartsong Blessing” – lyrics by Mattie J.T. Stepanek & music by Joseph Martin – was the closing song for the pre-Thanksgiving service at Gaithersburg Presbyterian Church in Maryland.
Mattie Stepanek embraced giving and gratitude, even amid life’s challenges. His timeless message inspires us to cherish every moment with hope, purpose, and peace.
Fourth graders in Mrs. Ryan Brazil’s class interview Mama Peace about “gratitude” – for their “Little Minds, Big Talks” podcast.
Read or listen to Mattie’s “On Being Thankful” poem – penned at age 5 – a simple expression of appreciation and trust.
Dr. Jeni Stepanek shares Maattie’s spiritual life and legacy at an event hosted by Bethlehem House at the The Catholic University of America.
Flowing Thoughtfulness – a poem written by Mattie’s when he was 9-years-old that is a lovely message for World Kindness Day.
Commemorating a legacy of peace, creating tools and resources for peace, and celebrating a toast to peace… the July 2025 e-Peace Update.
Rockville Town Center Village Neighbors Commemorate Mattie’s Anniversary with Peace Garden Visit and Poetry Reading.
Faith McLuckie, an artist with Visability, chooses a Mattie quote for her “Doorways for Democracy Project” that debuted June 7 in Rockville, Maryland.
A Father’s Day poem penned by Mattie at age 9, upcoming “Save the Date(s)” info, and brick sponsorships…