Ministries and Programs

Music: Free Spirit Choir
With energy, joy and dedication, the members of St. Simeon’s choir lend their vocal talents to the celebration of fellowship and faith.

Cuddle Me
Diapers and other basic necessities are distributed to women who qualify for the USDA’s Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children, known as WIC. This program operates on Wednesdays from 9:00 am till 12:00 noon.

Sarah’s Kitchen
In partnership with Sarah’s Kitchen, a vibrant local feeding program, volunteers provide nutritional packets consisting of ingredients sufficient to prepare a meal for a family of four. This activity also takes place on Wednesday mornings. An after-school art program including healthy snacks will be added.

St. Andrews Academy/Virtual School of Excellence
Scheduled to begin in the fall of 2016, this program brings educational opportunity to the community in the areas of music, culinary arts, public speaking and performing arts, with classes conducted by on-site staff and laptop computers.

Community Outreach Youth Program
With support from worshipers from the nearby Ocean Village community, St. Simon’s partners with this local non-profit to provide “Spring Camp” to 160 area children, and hosted a recognition luncheon at the conclusion of the camp term in 2015.

Allegany Franciscan Ministries
Allegany Franciscan Ministries launched its Common Good Initiative in the Lincoln Park community in June, 2014. Its goal is to work with residents and stakeholders to create opportunities, develop strategies and make investments that lead to positive health outcomes, and St. Simon’s is a partner in that effort.