Events

Join Deacon Gianni Chicco on December 3 & 10 at 6 p.m. for a two-part Advent discussion on peace - in our world and in our hearts. 

The former rectory at Sacred Heart Church, 24 Sacred Heart Place in Auburn, has been transformed into a Christmas Victorian House filled with an exciting assortment of holiday decorations.

During the season of Advent, all are invited to attend a Waiting for the Lord Advent program and solemn vespers, which will include an hour of adoration with exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, prayers, psalms, songs, and an Advent reflection, followed by quiet time and the opportunity for the sacrament of reconciliation.

The Sisters of St. Joseph of Lyon invite everyone to join them for Advent Prayer via Zoom on the Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays of Advent from 6 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. This year's theme is "A Season of Comfort and Hope." The first prayer will be on December 1.

St. Anthony of Padua Parish invites women to be part of a special evening focused on the true meaning of the blessed season of Advent, as we prepare our hearts for Jesus’ birth.

Children will have an opportunity to visit with Santa Claus on Saturday, December 6, in the hall of St. Pius X Church in Portland and then enjoy a pancake breakfast. 

Deacon Bob Cleveland and Peter Piconi will lead an Advent Retreat on Exploring Hope on Saturday, December 6, 8 a.m. to noon, at Our Lady of Good Hope Church, 7 Union Street in Camden.

The Our Lady of Ransom Ladies Guild will hold its annual Christmas craft fair on Saturday, December 6, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., in the church hall at 117 Elm Street in Mechanic Falls.

The Parish of the Holy Eucharist’s Advent Fair will be held Saturday, December 6, beginning at 9 a.m. at Sacred Heart Church, 326 Main Street in Yarmouth.

The former rectory at Sacred Heart Church, 24 Sacred Heart Place in Auburn, has been transformed into a Christmas Victorian House filled with an exciting assortment of holiday decorations.

Parishioners are invited to bring their Baby Jesus figurines to Mass at the churches of St. Peter the Fisherman Parish to have them blessed.

Since 1989, Our Lady Queen of Peace Church has offered the gift of music and Scripture by presenting a live Nativity for the community.

Children are invited to Breakfast with Saint Nick on December 7 at St. Matthew Church in Limerick.

St. Thérèse of Lisieux Parish will present the beautiful ecumenical service of Lessons & Carols at Holy Family Church, 66 North Avenue in Sanford, on Sunday, December 7, at 2 p.m.

 The Sisters of St. Joseph of Lyon invite everyone to join them for Advent Prayer via Zoom on the Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays of Advent from 6 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. This year's theme is "A Season of Comfort and Hope." The first prayer will be on December 1.

 The Sisters of St. Joseph of Lyon invite everyone to join them for Advent Prayer via Zoom on the Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays of Advent from 6 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. This year's theme is "A Season of Comfort and Hope." The first prayer will be on December 1.

Join Deacon Gianni Chicco on December 3 & 10 at 6 p.m. for a two-part Advent discussion on peace - in our world and in our hearts. 

On Wednesday, December 10, Holy Spirit Parish will hold a Candlelight Holiday Memorial Service in the sanctuary of St. Martha Church, 30 Portland Road in Kennebunk.

All are invited to join Bishop James Ruggieri and Spanish-speaking parishioners for Las Mañanitas, a traditional serenade performed at dawn to honor Our Lady of Guadalupe on her feast day.

During the season of Advent, all are invited to attend a Waiting for the Lord Advent program and solemn vespers, which will include an hour of adoration with exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, prayers, psalms, songs, and an Advent reflection, followed by quiet time and the opportunity for the sacrament of reconciliation.

Corpus Christi Parish will present the Festival of Lessons & Carols on Friday, December 12, at St. John the Baptist Church, 26 Monument Street in Winslow. 

Join in the Festival of Lessons & Carols, an evening of Scripture, music, and prayer, followed by mince pies and refreshments on Friday, December 12, at 6 p.m. at Holy Family Church, 429 Main Street in Old Town. All are welcome! 

The Sisters of St. Joseph of Lyon invite everyone to join them for Advent Prayer via Zoom on the Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays of Advent from 6 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. This year's theme is "A Season of Comfort and Hope."  

Bishop James Ruggieri will celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe with a Mass on December 12 at 6:30  p.m. at Sacred Heart Church in Portland. All are welcome to attend.