Social Concerns
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Social Concerns Minister and Director of Adult Faith Formation
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We welcome you to live out the message of the Gospel through participation in one or more of the Social Concerns ministries. (Mt:25, 34-46)
Prayer for Social Justice
Almighty and eternal God, may your grace enkindle in all person a love of the unfortunate people whom poverty and misery reduce to a condition of life unworthy of human beings. Arouse in the hearts of those who call you Father a hunger and thirst for social justice and for fraternal charity in deeds and in truth. Grant, O Lord, peace in our days, peace to souls, peace to our community and peace among nations---
Pope Pius XII
Lord, Open Our Eyes
Lord, open our eyes,
That we may see you in
our brothers and sisters.
Lord, open our ears,
That we may hear the cries
of the hungry, the cold,
the frightened, the oppressed.
Lord, open our hearts,
That we may love each other
as you love us.
Renew in us your spirit
Lord, free us and make us one.
Mother Teresa
Alternative Christmas
We offer opportunities to “purchase” Christmas gifts (such as a goat or 10 chickens) for loved ones but the gifts actually go to our third world brothers and sisters. Angel Tree
A Christmas-time collection for the children of the incarcerated.Arimatheans
Our bereavement ministry that provides support following the death of a loved one and in the funeral preparations. Coat Drive
Fall collection of coats, hats, and gloves for needy men, women, and children in Montgomery County. Direct Assistance
Providing financial aid to the community in the form of rent and utility relief, prescription assistance and for various other needs. Ecumenical School
Supply CollectionOur summer collection of school items for the children of financially-challenged families in the community schools - a beautiful joint effort with other faith communities in our area. Fair Trade Crafts Sale
Saint Peter's encourages the practice ad support of FAir Trade practices through our annual crafts sale which sells crafts made by third-world artisans in Fair Trade communities. Food Pantry
Providing emergency food assistance to the needy of our community with food donations made by our parishioners. Holiday Baskets
We prepare holiday baskets at Thanksgiving as well as food/gift baskets at Christmas for the needy in the community. Legislative Network
Saint Peter’s encourages parishioners to become better informed Catholics by registering with the Maryland Catholic Conference for legislative updates at www.mdcathcon.org. Through the easy-access Catholic Advocacy Network (CAN) you can make your voice heard in the public square. Parish Nurses
Promoting health, wellness, and healing through education, health counseling, and blood pressure screening. by our parish RNs. Pro-life Ministry
Promoting respect for the dignity of human life at all stages.Project Rachel
Providing resources to those who suffer from the tragic effects of abortion. Saint Peter House
Supporting the emotional and social dimensions of the women residents of Saint Peter House located in Brookeville S.O.M.E.
(So Others Might Eat)Supplying chili and assorted items on the first Tuesday of the month for the SOME soup kitchen in DC. Volunteers also have the opportunity to serve meals to the homeless. Spread the Joy
Our Easter program collection assists organizations which help the need-based populations.