St. Mary of the Visitation Parish will have two Holy Hours for Peace and Consolation on Friday, February 6: at St. Agnes Church, 76 Sewall Street in Island Falls, from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. and St. Mary of the Visitation Church, 112 Military Street in Houlton, from 5:15 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. followed by Mass at 6:30 p.m. and a potluck dinner.

Our Lady of Hope Parish will have a Service of Prayer for Peace, Healing, and Justice at St. Pius X Church, 492 Ocean Avenue in Portland, on Thursday, February 5 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

In the wake of recent events here in our state and across the country involving immigration enforcement, many are living with fear, uncertainty, and grief. In response, Bishop James Ruggieri invites the faithful to gather for a Holy Hour for Peace and Consolation on Friday, February 6, at 6 p.m. in the chapel of the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. It will be livestreamed on the Cathedral's website.

Local artist Sophie Ritchie Rahilly will lead a Paint & Pray guided paint session at the churches of the Parish of the Ascension of the Lord this Lent.

Local artist Sophie Ritchie Rahilly will lead a Paint & Pray guided paint session at the churches of the Parish of the Ascension of the Lord this Lent.

Local artist Sophie Ritchie Rahilly will lead a Paint & Pray guided paint session at the churches of the Parish of the Ascension of the Lord this Lent.

To kick-off the beginning of 40 Days for Life, a pro-life Rosary will be prayed at Sacred Heart Church in Hallowell on Sunday, February 15, at 1:15 p.m. followed by a 2 p.m. rally in the church hall.  

Discover unique antiques, art, and vintage collectibles all under one roof at the Knights of Columbus Vintage Expo, which will be held at the Augusta Armory on March 21. Admission is $5. Vendor space is available. Visit the website for details.

Families are invited to gather at St. Joseph Church in Brewer for a Lenten event that will include outdoor Stations of the Cross, a brief adoration, and a mac-n-cheese dinner in the church hall. Please sign up by March 1 at: bit.ly/49XwAf1

The Knights of Columbus will be serving Friday fish dinners on the Fridays of Lent at 4:30 p.m. in the cafeteria of St. Thomas School, 69 North Avenue in Sanford.