Bishop Ruggieri examines the meaning of perseverance and the importance of sharing each other's burdens.
Bishop Statements
Bishop Ruggieri reflects on the original disciples and the continuing call to follow Jesus.
Bishop Ruggieri reflects on the dangers of fear and benefits of hope
Bishop Ruggieri reflects on "hierarchies" of love.
Bishop Ruggieri talks about the importance of seizing the day.
Bishop Ruggieri reflects on his trip to Washington, DC last week.
The bishop comments on the decision regarding statute of limitations
Bishop Ruggieri shares the five essential "marks" of Catholic education.
Bishop Ruggieri reflects on God's love.
The bishop encourages us to befriend a saint in 2025.
The bishop reflects on the love of the season.
Bishop Ruggieri shares this final reflection on Mary, Joseph and Jesus before Christmas.
Bishop Ruggieri offers an Advent reflection
Bishop Ruggieri offers an Advent reflection
The bishop shares his holiday greetings to the diocese
Bishop Ruggieri expresses gratitude for religious freedom
Bishop Ruggieri reflects on his first six months in the Diocese of Portland
The bishop reflects on Veterans Day.
Bishop Ruggieri shares a letter in advance of the November 5 election.
Bishop Ruggieri reflects on the November 1 holy day.
A message from Bishop Ruggieri
The bishop reflects on World Mision Sunday.
Pope Francis has called for a day of prayer and fasting on the anniversary of the attacks on Israel.
Archbishop-elect will assume his new role on October 31.
This year, the day is celebrated on Sunday, July 28.
The week runs from July 21 to July 27.
The bishop asks for prayers for peace.
The bishop reflects on the solemnity of a secondary patron of the diocese.
A message from the USCCB Committee on Pro-Life Activities
The bishop reflects on the end of slavery in the United States.
The bishop reflects on his own father's values.
Bishop Ruggieri will celebrate Memorial Day Mass today.
The bishop shares his reflections on the holiest days of the liturgical year
Bishop comments on proposed bill to create new rights for “gender-affirming care” and “reproductive health care”
Bishop Deeley comments on proposed changes to the Maine constitution.
Rev. Dr. King's message of love and peace is as relevant today as ever.
We all seek from Jesus the way to move forward with our lives.
The bishop shares a greeting on this season of hope and joy.
Bishop Deeley offers his comments on recent threats in Maine and beyond
A message from Bishop Deeley to the Catholic community of Maine as we celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday.
The Diocese of Portland will continue to accompany any woman, regardless of faith, who is experiencing difficulties in pregnancy through our various Catholic agencies in Maine, including pregnancy help centers and parish-based initiatives like Walking with Moms in Need.
National Marriage Week and World Marriage Day are opportunities to remind ourselves of the importance of promoting a culture of love that is rooted in a foundation of marriage and family.
The bishop issued this statement on Wednesday morning.
The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity is an opportunity to ask God to help Christian Churches seek common ground and appreciation for each other.
On January 16, the nation will pause to honor the memory of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., an important motivator of the civil rights movement who did not ask for a confrontation with hatred but faced this ugly reality with hope and the dream of better days.
January is National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month, and January 11 is National Human Trafficking Awareness Day.
Bishop Deeley shares a message on the passing of the Pope Emeritus on December 31, 2022.
Bishop Deeley shares a message of hope for 2023.
A new approach to New Year’s resolutions
A message for the season from Bishop Robert Deeley.
