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Feast of St. Joseph the Worker

St. Joseph has two feast days on the liturgical calendar. The first, on March 19, celebrates Joseph as the husband of Mary and the second, on May 1,…

St. Joseph's Table in Farmington

In celebration of the Feast Day of St. Joseph the Worker, St. Joseph Parish in Farmington will have a St. Joseph's Table on Sunday, April 30, in the…

A vibrant center of faith celebrates 50 years

For 50 years, the Christian Life Center in Frenchville has been bringing people closer to God and changing lives. “It’s a place for fellowship and…

Why Did Jesus Ascend to Heaven?

Dear Father Joe: Why did Jesus ascend to heaven? Why not just stay here on earth? If He was immortal, He never would’ve died, and we could all see…

The Mass: “To whom am I speaking?”

Whenever you answer the phone, it’s always a good idea to have some indication who might be calling. All of us appreciate knowing the identity of the…

May 2023 - "Thy kingdom Come, Thy will be done."

If you tuned into the Super Bowl this year or watched any prime-time television lately, you’ve probably seen some of the “He Gets Us” commercials. It…

Called to be a servant

Since he was a young man in his 20s, Daniel Mahoney has dedicated his life to serving others, taking an active role in the churches where he…

“Making Music, Praying Twice” in Falmouth

“Making Music, Praying Twice” at Holy Martyrs Church in Falmouth serves as an invitation for parents, grandparents, and children who seek the…

“40 Cans for Lent” Collects Over 7,000 Pounds of Food in Scarborough, South Portland, and Cape Elizabeth

SCARBOROUGH---Parishioners at St. John Paul II Parish (St. Maximilian Kolbe Church, Scarborough; Holy Cross Church, South Portland; St. Bartholomew…

St. John’s Teacher in Brunswick Participates in National Space Symposium

BRUNSWICK---Karin Paquin, a middle school science teacher at St. John’s Catholic School in Brunswick who was selected as one of five teachers across…

World Day of Prayer for Vocations Set for April 21

PORTLAND---The World Day of Prayer for Vocations will be celebrated by the Catholic Church on Sunday, April 21, 2024.. The Fourth Sunday of Easter is…

World Day of Prayer for Vocations

The purpose of this day is to publicly fulfill the Lord’s instruction: “The harvest is abundant but the laborers are few; so ask the master of the…

World Day of Prayer for Vocations

"A vocation is a precious gift that God sows in our heart, a call to leave ourselves behind and embark on a journey of love and service. Every…

Events to Honor St. Joseph the Worker Set for Brewer, Farmington, and Portland on April 30

On Sunday, April 30, churches in Brewer and Farmington will host special celebrations commemorating the Feast of St. Joseph the Worker (May 1). St.…

“Leap of Faith” Reawakens Former St. Bridget Church in Vassalboro

VASSALBORO---Twice a month, volunteers sewing, cutting, ironing, and sorting can be observed at tables in an eye-catching building at 864 Main Street…

Maintenance Person

The Diocesan Housing Bureau seeks a full-time maintenance person to support St. Ignatius Apartments in Sanford. The responsibilities include the…

"Month of Mary" Events, Prayers, and Resources

For centuries, the month of May has been dedicated to Mary, the Mother of God. During this month, Christians offer up to Mary from their hearts…

St. Christopher Church on Peaks Island Celebrating Centennial with Rejoicing and Renovations

PEAKS ISLAND---For 100 years, St. Christopher Church on Peaks Island has been not only the center of Catholic life on the island, but a source of…

Office of Lifelong Faith Formation Events and Programs

Maine Catholic Youth Day Held in Brewer “The interactions, the connections, the reaching out, it was a great day.” The words of Lori Dahlhoff,…

Bishop to Celebrate the Sacrament of Confirmation for Baptized Catholic Teens and Adults in Bangor & Falmouth

Bishop Deeley invites teenagers and adults from around Maine who already have been baptized in the Catholic Church to receive the sacrament of…

Blessing of the Tools and Equipment in Brewer Honored St. Joseph the Worker on April 30

BREWER---First responders, a fishing boat owner, and even the driver of a work truck were among the individuals gathered outside of St. Joseph Church…

Feast of St. Joseph the Worker celebrated with the Blessing of Tools in Portland

Despite the rain pouring outside, a small group gathered inside the entrance to the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception on Sunday, April 30, for…

Celebrating the Good Shepherd Sisters of Quebec

“The Good Shepherd Sisters are a big deal.” That sentiment, expressed by Carey Nason, executive director of Saint André Home, summed up the feelings…

Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord

In the Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord, we celebrate Christ's bodily ascension into heaven, which occurred in the presence of his apostles.…

Pentecost Sunday

Pentecost, celebrated 50 days after Easter Sunday, commemorates the descent of the Holy Spirit upon Christ’s disciples and marks the end of the…

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