At St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, ministry is more than a program—it is faith put into action. Whether serving our local community, supporting one another in times of need, or sharing God’s love through acts of compassion, St. Peter’s ministries are at work every day, bringing faith to life and strengthening connections within our church and beyond.
The Son & Sand Retreat Center, located on the west end of the St. Peter’s campus, welcomes youth groups, church groups, mission teams, and other organizations throughout the year. Just minutes from the beach, the retreat center provides a unique setting for spiritual growth, fellowship, recreation, and service opportunities within the local community. Whether gathering for a weekend retreat, mission experience, or group getaway, guests find a comfortable and inviting place to connect, learn, and renew.
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During the colder months, St. Peter’s extends Christ’s love and hospitality by opening the Son & Sand Retreat Center as a Cold Weather Shelter for individuals experiencing homelessness when severe weather conditions make it unsafe to be outdoors. This important ministry is a partnership among several local congregations known as the Ocean City Crisis Coalition. Made possible through the dedication of caring volunteers, the shelter provides guests with a warm, safe place to spend the night, along with a home-cooked dinner and breakfast, shower facilities, laundry services, and a comfortable bed. Through this outreach, St. Peter’s and its community partners offer not only physical comfort but also dignity, compassion, and hope to those in need.
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Our Open Door Feeding Ministry provides a free hot lunch and distributes bags of groceries to individuals and families every Wednesday from 12:00 to 1:30 PM, year-round. This welcoming ministry also offers a time of fellowship, care, and conversation, with opportunities to connect guests with additional support and resources as needed. There are no requirements—everyone is welcome simply by showing up.
Our Community Service Team aids those of the community in need by:
- Providing School supplies & other items needed for children at Title 1 schools in the area;
- Providing complete holiday meals and gift certificates for gas, food, gifts and baskets at Thanksgiving, Christmas and Easter for our families in need and;
- Sending cards and gift certificates to those friends and relatives who serve on active duty in the military.
The Community Life Center (a gymnasium size hall) is available to rent for parties, receptions, dances, and large meetings. The hall seats up to 484 people in row seating and 225 and includes a stage and small soundboard with wireless mics. There are also rooms that can be rented for smaller group meetings.
We offers Sunday Worship each week with two distinct services: Contemporary Worship at 9:00 AM and Traditional Worship at 10:30 AM. Fellowship is available before and after both services, featuring coffee, tea, bagels with cream cheese, and pastries. All are warmly invited to join us as we gather in worship, community, and faith.
INTERFAITH LEADERS SOCIAL
JUSTICE STATEMENT
January 31, 2018
MEXICO
LANTERN HILL, CANON BUENA VISTA, MEXICO
Lantern Hill is an educational youth program established by Abby and JJ Williams in 2007. Located in Canon Buena Vista, Mexico, the mission of Lantern Hill is "Breaking the chains of poverty through love, education and care." Lantern Hill offers tutoring, after school and summer school programs, meals and related support to families who are a part of Lantern Hill. They recently started an organic gardening program and are exploring other sustainable development projects such as raising free-range chickens to provide eggs for the community. They are also currently in the process of developing a small computer lab and hope to provide guest houses in the near future to accommodate additional staff and volunteers. The Lantern Hill staff currently consists of seven members from the community who oversee the daily operations, serving 40-60 school age youth and their families. Lantern Hill offers both short-term and long-term volunteer opportunities for individuals, groups or families. |
Lantern Hill offers both short-term and long-term volunteer opportunities for individuals, groups or families.It is a place where true relationships are established, lives are changed and both youth and their families are provided an opportunity for a future that breaks the chains of poverty. To donate or learn more about Lantern Hill, go to www.lanternhillmx.org. TAKE BACK THE LIGHT SERVICE FOR REFLECTION & RECONCILIATION September 6, 2017 Temple Bat Yam, Berlin, MD After the events in Charlottesville, VA, congregations from Ocean City & Berlin worship together to express our common love and commitment to the well-being and worth of all people. Sponsored by C.U.R.E. (Clergy United for Reconciliation & Equality). |