Youngsters will become anchored in the knowledge that Christ guides them through life’s storms, discover why we need to care for our common home, take a Bible blast to the past, and go on other adventures during Vacation Bible Schools offered at parishes around the Diocese of Portland this summer. They are a way for youngsters to learn about their faith, while having fun and making new friends.
Below you will find a list of some of the Vacation Bible Schools being offered. Please contact the parish for more information and keep in mind that registration deadlines are often a couple weeks ahead of time so supplies can be ordered.
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| St. John Vianney Parish, Fort Kent | June 18 - June 22, 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. |
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Contact: Barb Pelletier at 207-834-4984 |
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| St. Mary of Lourdes Parish, Lincoln | June 18 - June 22, 9 a.m. - noon |
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Contact: Trish Aldrich at 207-738-4112. |
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| Good Shepherd Parish, Saco | June 25 - June 29, 9 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. |
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Contact Michelle Philbrick at 207-282-4812 or michelle.philbrick@portlanddiocese.org |
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| St. Anne Parish, Gorham | June 25 - June 29, 9 a.m. - noon |
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Contact: Sister Jackie Moreau, RSM, at 207-899-5427. |
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| St. Benedict Parish, Benedicta | June 25 - June 29, 9 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. |
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Contact: Parish office at 207-365-4294. |
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| St. Maximilian Kolbe Parish, Scarborough | June 25 - June 29, 8:30 a.m. - Noon |
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Contact: Cathy Ducey at 207-883-0334 or cathy.ducey@portlanddiocese.org |
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| St. Michael Parish, Augusta | June 25 - June 29, 8:30 a.m. - Noon |
.jpg) St. Michael Parish will offer a Vacation Bible School in the St. Michael School gymnasium from June 26 - 29. The theme will be "Splash Canyon." The week will include Bible stories, snacks, songs, crafts, and more. The cost is $45, which includes a T-Shirt and other goodies.Contact: Gail Gould at 207-623-8823.
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| St. Paul the Apostle Parish, Bangor | June 25 - June 29, 9 a.m. - Noon |
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Contact: Aimee Brooks at aimee.brooks@portlanddiocese.org or 207-217-6584. |
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| St. Peter Parish, Portland | June 25 - June 29, 9 a.m. - Noon |
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Contact: Melissa Maurais at 207-773-7746 or melissa.maurais@portlanddiocese.org. |
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| Father Dave Cote's Vacation Bible Camp | June 25 - June 29, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
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Father Dave Cote, in cooperation with St. Peter Chanel Parish in Van Buren, will offer a Vacation Bible Camp at Sanctuary Caswell located on Franck Road in Caswell. Children in grades 1 - 4 will be picked up daily at St. Bruno-St. Remi Church in Van Buren and brought to and from the camp, which features Bible study in the morning and outdoor activities in the afternoon. There is no cost to attend. The camp is made possible through many generous volunteers including the Knights of Columbus, the Columbiettes, and the Daughters of Isabella. Contact: Father Dave Cote at 207-868-9895 or 207-325-4202. |
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| Parish of the Ascension of the Lord, Kittery | July 9-13 and July 16-20, 9 a.m. to Noon |
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Contact: Shawn Gregory or Veronica Richards at 207-475-0192. |
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| Parish of the Holy Eucharist, Falmouth | July 23 - July 27, 9 am. to 12:15 p.m. |
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Contact: Georgette Dionne at 207-553-9076 or visit www.pothe.org. |
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| St. Brendan the Navigator Parish, Camden | July 30 - August 3, 9 a.m. to Noon |
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Contact: Sister Kathleen Luppens at kathleen.luppens@portlanddiocese.org or 207-236-4785, Ext. 109. |
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| Holy Savior Parish, Rumford | August 6 -10, 9 a.m. to Noon |
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Holy Savior Parish will present a Vacation Bible School "Growing in our Faith in God through the Gifts & Fruits of the Holy Spirit” from August 6 - 10. Children in grades K-6 are invited to attend. The registration deadline is July 7. Contact: Marie Naples at 207-491-7524 or Maureen Gill at 207-562-8089. |
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| Holy Spirit Parish, Wells | August 6 -10, 9 a.m. to Noon |
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Contact: Carolyn Houston at 207-646-5605 or 207-985-6252. |
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| Our Lady of the Snows Parish, Dexter | August 6 -10, 9 a.m. to Noon |
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Contact: Theresa Desmond at theresa.desmond@portlanddiocese.org or 207-564-0867. |
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| St. Matthew Parish, Limerick | August 6 -10, 6 p.m. to 8:20 p.m. |
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Contact the parish at 207-798-2244 or Deacon Paul at paul.lissandrello@portlanddiocese.org. |
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| St. Teresa of Calcutta Parish, Norway | August 6 -10, 9 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. |
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The “Saints Around the World” Vacation Bible Camp will be held at St. Catherine of Sienna Church, 32 Paris Street in Norway, on August 6-10. The camp will run each day from 9 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. For more information or to register, email Joanne Fortier at joanne.fortier@portlanddiocese.org of call 207-583-4284 and leave a message. |
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| St. Thérèse of Lisieux Parish, Sanford | August 6 -10, 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. |
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Contact the parish office at 207-324-2420 or http://www.stthereseparishmaine.org/vbs. |
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St. Mary of Lourdes Parish in Lincoln will offer a Vacation Bible School for children from ages 4 to 12 during the week of June 18 - 22. The theme is "Wilderness Adventures through the Sacraments." There is no cost to attend..jpg)
Children from pre-K (accompanied by a parent) through sixth grade are invited to participate in a Vacation Bible Camp at Most Holy Trinity Church, 271 Main Street in Saco, from June 25 -29. This year's theme is "Shipwrecked: Rescued by Jesus." The cost is $40 for one child, $70 for two children, $90 for three children, and $10 for each additional child. 
A Summer Bible Camp, "Heroes of Faith," will be offered in the hall of St. Peter Parish on 72 Federal Street in Portland from June 25-29. Students in grades K-5 are invited to participate, and middle and high school students are welcome to volunteer. The cost is $25 per student or $50 per family. 
The Parish of the Holy Eucharist will hold a Catholic Kidz Camp: "Tracking Mary, Mysteries & Messages," from July 23 - 27 at Holy Martyrs of North America Church, 266 Foreside Road in Falmouth. Children entering grades K-5 in the fall are welcome to attend. The cost is $35 per child. Teen helpers are welcome to attend at no cost..png)
