Bishop-Elect Ruggieri appeared at a news conference alongside Bishop Robert Deeley, expressing his gratitude to Pope Francis and saying he will let the Holy Spirit be his guide in his new ministry.
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During the Mass at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, the bishop also wished parishioners a Happy Valentine's Day, saying that it is not contradictory to have Ash Wednesday fall on this day because it is really all about God's love.
The diocese's 13th bishop will be ordained and installed on May 7, 2024.
All Saints Parish in Brunswick, Corpus Christi Parish in Waterville, St. Dominic Academy in Lewiston, and St. John Paul II Parish in Scarborough will participate in the national effort to tackle hunger.
All are invited to three gatherings in Maine.
The “Revitalization of the Eucharist and Vocations” Retreat, held at St. Joseph Church in Brewer, sought to help teens connect with the Eucharist and to discover where God is calling them in life.
The award, which was presented by Bishop Robert Deeley and Catholic Charities Maine CEO Stephen Letourneau, includes a monetary grant and a stained-glass plaque.
The MLK Day of Service, held in the hall of St. Hyacinth Church, aimed to bring together members of the community in support and fellowship to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Seminarian Matthew Valles, who is in formation for the priesthood, was ordained tot he transitional diaconate during a Mass at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Portland.
Bishop Robert Deeley will ordain to Matthew Valles to the transitional diaconate at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Portland.
Bishop Deeley celebrated Mass at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Portland on January 1, a day on which the Church observes both the World Day of Peace and the Solemnity of Mary, the Mother of God.
Bishop Robert Deeley presided at the Festivals of Lessons & Carols, a tradition that dates to 19th century England.
The move will assist the aging sisters in Waterville and allow their mission of eucharistic adoration to continue.
Members of the Hispanic community from across Maine came together for the celebration at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Portland.
A special collection will be held during Masses in Maine churches for the Retirement Fund for Religious.
It was a joyous occasion for parishioners who were able to celebrate Mass for the first time since the church was vandalized in October.
Children from the faith formation class at St. James the Greater Church in Baileyville donated several bags of food to the pantry.
The Festival of Lessons & Carols, a tradition that dates to the 19th century, recounts the history of salvation through Scripture readings, prayer, and music.
Making an Advent wreath is a tradition that dates to the 16th century.
Molly DiLorenzo is responsible for developing and executing plans to engage the Catholic community statewide, as well as regionally and nationally.
Theology in the County provides adults an opportunity to gather in a casual setting to learn about the Catholic faith.
Area businesses decorate and donate beautiful trees which are then auctioned off as fundraisers.
The guest presenter will be Sister Maximilian Cote, a member of the Daughters of Mary, Mother of Healing Love from Manchester, NH
Veterans were thanked with words, a blessing, and the playing of "Taps."
Three parishes will host free community dinners to which all are invited.
The Diocese of Portland's statement on its appeal to the Law Court.
A concert in support of the victims of the Lewiston mass shooting and to lift the spirits of the community will be held at Holy Family Church in Lewiston on Sunday, November 12.
The victims names were read during the service and a candle lit in memory of each of them.
Children dressed up as their favorite saints for the November 4th Mass at St. Martin of Tours Church in Millinocket.
Veterans Day celebrations are planned in Bangor, Limerick, and South Portland.
An independent audit of safe environment procedures has found the Roman Catholic Diocese of Portland, which includes 48 parishes and 144 churches in Maine, in full compliance with the Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People.
Bishop Robert Deeley celebrated a Mass of Remembrance at the cathedral.
A program to help those who have lost loved ones work their way through the CHristmas and Thanksgiving seasons.
Celebrating All Saints' Day Mass, the bishop said that the saints "arethe people who demanded righteousness instead of going along with injustice. "
November 2 is the Commemoration of All the Faithful departed, better known as All Souls’ Day.
Facilitated by Cross Catholic Outreach, the program invites people to fill up shoeboxes with toys and other gifts to be delivered to children in developing countries.
Family members and friends of the deceased as well as other community members gathered for a prayer service at Holy Family Church in Lewiston
Many sections of the Millinocket Cemetery have unmarked graves where children who died in the pandemic are buried.
Hundreds gathered at the Basilica of Ss. Peter & Paul for the 'One Lewiston' Community Vigil to remember those killed in the mass shooting.
All Saints' Day is a holy day of obligation
The Mass will be celebrated at Holy Name of Jesus Church in Machias on Wednesday, November 8, at 6:30 p.m.
A prayer service will be held at 2 p.m. at Holy Family Church in Lewiston.
People may stop by at any time to pray for the victims, for personal healing, or for other intentions
Parishes are holding trunk or treat events, saints parades, dinners, and more.
The two-day mission will be presented by Dr. Ralph Martin at St. Maximilian Kolbe Church in Scarborough.
Christmas fairs are a chance to gather in community, while raising money to support parishes and ministries.
Bishop Robert Deeley encourages the faithful in Maine to participate in the Worldwide Day of Prayer and Fasting called for by Pope Francis on Friday, October 27.
This is an opportunity to have your questions asked about eucharistic adoration.
The seven-week series will be held Wednesday evenings at St. Matthew Church in Hampden.
Bishop Robert Deeley will join with parishioners and former priests of the parish for a centennial Mass.
