Family Life

The motto of “Making Music, Praying Twice” at Holy Martyrs Church in Falmouth serves as an invitation for parents, grandparents, and guardians who seek the experience of integrating music, prayer, and Catholic culture into daily family life: “While the gift of music education is invaluable, the gift of music combined with prayer is immeasurable.”

Held on the second Tuesday of the month, the free Matthew Meals are held in the cafeteria of St. Thomas School, located on 69 North Avenue in Sanford.

The Silver & Gold Anniversary Mass at 4 p.m. is a celebration of the gift of Christian marriage.

Bishop Robert Deeley will celebrate the annual Neophyte Mass on Sunday, June 18, at 10 a.m. at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Portland.

The ceremony is set for the Maine State Pier located at the intersection of Commercial Street and Franklin Street on the Portland waterfront. Last year’s event saw over 50 boats of all sizes and types participate.

The Funshine Fair will be held on the grounds of St. Matthew Church.

Bishop Robert Deeley will participate in a procession and Rosary Rally, sponsored by Maine Needs Fatima, beginning at 11 a.m.

Bishop Deeley will celebrate the Mass at St. Peter Church at 4 p.m.