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Bringing faith, dignity, and respect to the classroom

Caring, considerate, kind, and patient. Those are among the words that students at St. Michael School in Augusta use to describe Jennifer Hoffman,…

Exsultet

The Easter Proclamation Exult, let them exult, the hosts of heaven, exult, let Angel ministers of God exult, let the trumpet of salvation sound…

Prison Ministry

Each month, more than 125 parishioners from across the diocese journey to more than 600 inmates in Maine's correctional facilities.…

Good Thief Prayer

My Crucified Jesus, wash me with your most Precious Blood. Look upon me as the good thief, who hung on the cross next to You at Calvary. A sinner,…

Prison Ministry Frequently Asked Questions

Am I safe in the facilities? Yes! There are many people in each facility to help keep everyone safe. Onsite guidance and help will be provided by…

St. Martin I

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Journey to Emmaus Youth Curriculum

Journey to Emmaus is an optional resource for high school youth ministry. The curriculum was originally developed by the Diocese of Arlington,…

Looking forward to a future together with Christ

Blaine Guido, age 26, says he has always believed there is a reason why things happen. Now, however, he says he has come to a greater understanding…

9 Days for Life

“9 Days for Life,” a novena for the intention that all human life be respected, will begin on January 16 and continue through January 24, 2026. You…

Saint Francis of Paola

Saint Francis of Paola - Feast Day: April 2 St. Francis of Paola was born in the region of Calabria, Italy, in 1416. His parents had a strong…

St. John Baptist de La Salle

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Saint Vincent Ferrer

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Saint Isidore of Seville

Saint Isidore of Seville - Feast Day: April 4 St. Isidore of Seville was a scholar, writer and fearless defender of the faith in the fourth and…

Ongoing Ministerial Development & Resources: Discipleship & Evangelization

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