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NEW in 2024: "Natural Plan" introductory program to help couples get a better understanding of Natural Family Planning (NFP) and choose which…
Marriage and family are sacred gifts from God and are vital for society and the Church.
Sacred Scripture
Sacred Scripture begins with the creation…
Upcoming Presentations on the annulment process
The Office of the Tribunal is holding presentations and discussions on the annulment process in the…
The Department of Canonical Services contains the Diocesan Tribunal, which handles cases that are subject to the Canon Law of the Church as well as…
Marriage Policy of the Diocese of Portland
Marriage Norms (2010)
Marriage Preparation Guidelines (2008)
Convalidation Guidelines (2010)…
The Roman Catholic Diocese of Portland offers a wide range of ministries to serve individuals in their efforts of ongoing faith formation. In this…
"Just as he once encountered the young Paul, Jesus also wants to encounter each one of you, my dear young people. Indeed, even before we desire it,…
The Apostles' Creed
I believe in God,
the Father almighty,
Creator of heaven and earth,
and in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord,
who was…
Join the diocesan-wide Mission Rosary Group and help missionaries around the world through your gift of prayer.
There are no fees or requirements to…
The Pontifical Mission Societies are the official missionary arm of the Catholic Church. The four societies seek to bring Christ's word and…
A beautiful way to honor, thank, or remember a loved one, while supporting missionary work, is to have a Mass celebrated for them by a mission priest…
Society Membership Communicates the Faith
For many years, Catholics have followed the custom of enrolling themselves or their loved ones, living or…
Join in prayer and support for the people of South Sudan
The countries of South Sudan and Sudan face a dire humanitarian situation due to a…
Visits from missionaries are a summer staple in parishes in Maine. Each year, they share stories of the wonderful work they're doing to…
Scheduled to visit:
St. Michael Parish, Augusta
The ministry of Polish Redemptorists in the East began as the answer to the “perestroika” …
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St. Brendan the Navigator Parish, Camden
Since its official recognition by the Church in 1836, the Society of Mary (Marist…
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Our Lady of the Eucharist Parish, Lincoln; Christ the King Parish, Millinocket; and St. Benedict, Benedicta
My name is Mirian…
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St. Matthew Parish, Limerick and St. Thérèse of Lisieux Parish, Sanford
The Religious Order known as the Piarist Fathers was…
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The Portland Peninsula & Island Parishes
The words of St. Paul, ‘We are ambassadors for Christ” are at the heart of the…
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Parish of the Ascension of the Lord, Kittery
"Do not be afraid, I am with you” was the courage of our sisters - The Missionary…
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Prince of Peace Parish, Lewiston, Lisbon Falls, and Sabattus
Having brought the fullness of life to our world when he rose from…
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St. Joseph, Bridgton, and St. Teresa of Calcutta, Norway
How desperate would you have to be to feed your children mud? For…
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St. John Paul II Parish, Scarborough
The Medical Missionaries of Mary are an international congregation of women religious…
