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The importance of music to liturgy should not be underestimated. The Catechism of the Catholic Church emphasizes ‘The musical tradition of the…
“Memorial Day is a time to remember those who kept the faith and died in service to our country...It is our duty as Americans to praise their…
On May 5, 2000, Pope Saint John Paul II decreed that the Second Sunday of Easter, the Octave of Easter, would be known as Divine Mercy Sunday. …
The Easter Triduum is the culmination of the liturgical year, during which we celebrate the Paschal Mystery of Christ -- his Passion, death, and…
In this section, Father Michael Seavey's seven-part series explaining the Catholic Church's teachings on immigration can be found in its entirety.…
The Mass of Our Lord's Supper
March 28, 2024
Holy Thursday marks the beginning of the sacred Easter Triduum, which culminates with the…
Father Michael Sevigny, OFM Cap.
Originally from the town of Sanford, Father Sevigny was named the director of the Office of Hispanic Ministry in…
Lenten Observances of Fast and Abstinence
"The seasons and days of penance in the course of the liturgical year (Lent, and each Friday in memory of…
Lent, which begins Ash Wednesday and ends on Holy Thursday (February 14 - March 28, 2024), is a period of spiritual renewal that helps us…
The Stations of the Cross began in the days of the early Church when pilgrims would journey to Jerusalem to retrace the final steps taken by Jesus…
Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, a period of spiritual renewal which helps us prepare for the celebration of the paschal mystery of Christ…
Reflections on the readings from the Lectionary by Rev. Clement D. Thibodeau (1932-2017)
Click on the date to read the reflection.
First Sunday of…
Clusters
Cluster 1: 1 Priest
Eagle Lake, Wallagrass, Fort Kent, St. Francis, Allagash
Cluster 2: 3 Priests
Frenchville, St. Agatha, Birch…
In addition to every Sunday of the year, the Lord’s Day, which we keep holy in accordance with the Third Commandment, the following dates are Holy…
The "O Antiphons" of Advent
The Church has been singing the "O" Antiphons since at least the eighth century. They are the antiphons that are sung…
“Advent...returns us to the horizon of hope, a hope that does not disappoint because it is founded on the Word of God." - Pope Francis
Advent, the…
The Manger
In its present form, the custom of displaying figures depicting the birth of Jesus Christ owes its origin to St. Francis of Assisi, who…
Advent wreaths traditionally consist of a circle of evergreen branches with four candles, three purple and one pink or rose colored.
The purple…
Masses on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day
December 31 and January 1
"Mary, the all-holy ever-virgin Mother of God, is the masterwork of the…
"The Sacrament of Reconciliation calls us back to God and embraces us with his infinite mercy & joy." - Pope Francis
The Season of Lent is a…
Opportunities for the Sacrament of Reconciliation during the third week of Advent
The season of Advent is a time of preparation for the celebration…
A beautiful way to begin your Thanksgiving celebration is by gathering around the Lord's table with your parish family to thank him for the…
Norms for Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion
HM September Spanish
HM September English
HM August Spa
HM August Eng
Novena for Priesthood…
The purpose of our archives is to collect, preserve and make available to research the official records of the Diocese of Portland, which reflect the…
Parishes Organized by Cluster
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Cluster 1…
