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Giving rise to hope

Hope Rising, a division of St. André Home, provides a safe place for victims of human trafficking to rebuild their lives. [Read the story.]

Saying goodbye to a 'powerhouse of prayer'

The Sisters Adorers of the Precious Blood leave their monastery in Portland after 84 years of praying and caring for the people of the diocese. [Read the story.]

Providing an avenue out of addiction

Catholic Charities Maine’s Counseling Services provides those battling substance use with the guidance and tools they need to move beyond addiction.  [Read the story.]

Deacon of the Year honored for his selfless service

For bringing the presence of Christ to those he meets, Deacon Darrell Blackwell is honored as the diocese’s 2018 Deacon of the Year. [ Read the story.]

Celebrating 50 years of joy-filled service

As she celebrates her golden jubilee, Sister Carol Martin, PFM, reflects on 50 years of living and serving in the spirit of St. Francis of Assisi.  [Read the story.]

2018 September / October

"I know God has a plan for me."

Glorifying God through sacred music

Staying steadfast in faith through life's struggles

Teens prove they're up to the task during LOYO camp

Theology at Tim's has faith brewing

Totus Tuus helps youths discover the gift of belonging to God

Middle schooler pens Fatima play

2018 July / August

Two Paths Lead to the Priesthood

A ministry of mercy behind bars

'House of Comfort is a gift for Aroostook County

All for God

Youth ministers keep a cross-county connection

Embracing a commitment to a life of service

Decades of dedication to a melodic ministry

2018 May / June

The beginning of a new century of faith

Creating a PATH out of homelessness

Parishes seek to lift up their communities

Development center nurtures children, while supporting families

Serving the Lord in the Sebago Lakes Region

Choir members preserve their heritage while praising God

Students show concern for our common home

2018 March / April

Finding a home in the Catholic Church

Junior chaplains lead the way

Forming families in faith

V Encuentro: A call to reach out to the Hispanic / Latino community

Born to be a deacon

2018 January / February

The gift of mercy leads to the priesthood

A march that changed a life

Teacher of the Year honored for her passion and dedication

Coming home to answer Christ's call

Serving Christ in the County

2017 November / December

Ordained to a ministry of joy

Soaring in faith following a devastating crash

Mercy is forever her song

Celebrating a century of excellence

Carrying on a legacy of Mercy

2017 September / October

St. André Home: Serving Women & Children in Need

Surrendering to the Will of God

Walking in the footsteps of a martyr

A fresh approach to learning about food security

A garden grown for sharing

2017 July August

Sibling Servants

Making Music, Praying Twice

Brightening Days with a Visit and a Smile

Couples Unite in a Journey of Faith

Volunteers turn Secondhand into First Rate

2017 May / June

Called to be Leaders

Serving Seniors through Compassion and Companionship

A Down East Mission to Teach the Faith

Spreading the Joy of Love

Peace, Love, and Potluck!

2017 March / April

Cheerleaders for Marriage

A Journey of Love and Trust

Touching Hearts and Changing Lives

A Positive Prognosis

STREAM Allows Creativity to Flow

2017 January / February

Helping the Homeless to Help Themselves

Living Out a Vocation of Service

Keeping the Faith: From Youth Ministry to Campus Ministry

Preserving a Church, Piece by Piece

Building a Home Upon Faith

2016 November / December

Catholic Charities: Providing Help & Hope for 50 Years

A Journey from Physics to Faith

The African Express: A Special Delivery for a Cameroon Hospital

Doing Small Things with Great Love

Remembering a Great Shepherd

2016 September / October

Carrying on a Legacy of Faith

Creating a Place of Peace and Prayer

World Youth Day: A Celebration of Hope

A Pilgrimage of Faith and Trust

Beginning a New Century of Faith

2016 July / August

I've never been happier!

Together with Alzheimer's

A Garden Grown for Sharing

Serving to Stretch Dollars

2016 May / June

Guiding the Way Forward

Students to Sisters: An Hour of Love

A Family's Second Home

A Ministry Blanketed in Warmth

2016 March / April

Serving wherever there has been a need

Hospice: An End-of-Life Journey

A Residence with a Heart

The Doors of Mercy are Open

2016 January / February

Healing the body, mind, and spirit

Guiding the Way to Christ

Immersed in Christ's Love

Answering the Call to Serve

Crusading for Peace and Justice

2015 November / December

A Mission of Love

That Man is You!

Living a Love Story

100 Years of God's Blessings

2015 September / October

A Daughter of God

Nurturing a Palette of Potential

Following Mary to her Son

A Legacy of Compassionate Care

2015 July / August

"This is where the Lord wants me."

A Peaceful Presence

Serving in the spirit of Saint Ignatius

Living for Christ in the World

2015 May / June

Bringing Christ into Focus on Campus

Supporting Seniors through Conversation and Caring

A Diamond of a Daughter

Partners in Service

2015 March / April

All in the Family at All Saints

Providing Peer Presence

Benefitting from a Developing Partnership

Serving and Studying the Ursuline Way

2015 January / February

My Sister's Keeper

150 Years of Walking Among Us

Parenting and the Power of Play

Igniting the Flames of Faith

Annulments: A Door to Healing

2014 November / December

Leilani's Legacy

A Gift of the Heart

A Dream of Faith

Churches United in Love

2014 September / October

"There is Always Time for God."

A Ray of Sunshine

Serving in the Spirit of Catherine McAuley

Focus on Francis: Ten Lessons for Pastoral Leaders

2014 July / August

Finding Peace in the Priesthood

Still Climbing Mountains

A Display of Faith

The Canonizations of Two Men of Courage

2014 May/June

"Be Extraordinary: An Invitation to Get to Know Jesus."

A Love for God and Learning

A Chance to Get Acquainted

Focus on Francis: "Preach the Gospel Always, If Necessary Use Words."

2014 March/April

"We Have a New Shepherd"

A Spirit of Joy

"We Have Our Church"

Focus on Francis: Pilgrimage to Assisi

2014 January/February

On a Mission to Maine

The Way We Grow

Continuing to Serve 125 Years Later

Focus on Francis: A Shared Vision for Rebuilding the Church

2013 November/December

Providing help and creating hope

Rebuilding stories, reshaping lives

A neighborhood church closes

2013 September/October

Excited to be Catholic!

Planting Seeds for the Future

A Community’s Groundbreaking Achievement