Catholic Campaign for Human Development (CCHD) grants support local parish initiatives that aim to solve community-wide problems, empowering the poor to make life changes that allow them to become more self-sufficient.
Thanks to the efforts of the sixth graders at St. John’s Catholic School in Brunswick, many local community members in need will have a warmer winter, both against the elements and in their hearts.
To honor veterans and celebrate their beloved school, the students, staff, and faculty of Holy Cross School in South Portland gathered in the school yard for a special ceremony.
A new holiday tradition at Mount Merici Academy in Waterville offers the opportunity to honor a special person in the lives of participants.
January 29, 2023
Event
Bishop Robert Deeley will celebrate Mass at St. John the Baptist Church on 39 Pleasant Street in Brunswick at 11 a.m. to launch Catholic Schools Week across Maine.
January 11, 2023
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Bishop Deeley will visit the students, staff, and faculty at Holy Cross School in South Portland from 9 a.m. to noon.
November 20, 2022
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All high schoolers are welcome to gather for “Attitude of Gratitude: Thanksgiving and the Eucharist” on Sunday, November 20, at the hall of Most Holy Trinity Church in Saco from 1:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The focus will be on increasing our thankfulness, especially for the gift of the Eucharist.
November 20, 2022
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A Thanksgiving Breakfast will be held at St. Philip Church, located on 404 Goodwins Mills Road in Lyman, on Sunday, November 20, from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. All proceeds will benefit St. James School in Biddeford.
November 11, 2025
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St. Matthew Parish in Limerick will hold a Veterans Day Mass and breakfast on Tuesday, November 11, at 8 a.m. at the church on 19 Dora Lane in Limerick. The Mass will be offered for the intentions of active military personnel and veterans, living and deceased. Following Mass, there will be a breakfast in the parish hall during which all veterans present will be given a Veterans USA Flag lapel pin attached to a “Thank You for Your Service” card.
This year, the donations totaled 334 pairs of sneakers, 1,506 pairs of socks, and monetary donations of $2,567 for local children in need.
