All are invited to three gatherings in Maine.
Diocesan News
The “Revitalization of the Eucharist and Vocations” Retreat, held at St. Joseph Church in Brewer, sought to help teens connect with the Eucharist and to discover where God is calling them in life.
The award, which was presented by Bishop Robert Deeley and Catholic Charities Maine CEO Stephen Letourneau, includes a monetary grant and a stained-glass plaque.
The MLK Day of Service, held in the hall of St. Hyacinth Church, aimed to bring together members of the community in support and fellowship to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Seminarian Matthew Valles, who is in formation for the priesthood, was ordained tot he transitional diaconate during a Mass at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Portland.
Bishop Robert Deeley will ordain to Matthew Valles to the transitional diaconate at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Portland.
Bishop Deeley celebrated Mass at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Portland on January 1, a day on which the Church observes both the World Day of Peace and the Solemnity of Mary, the Mother of God.
The move will assist the aging sisters in Waterville and allow their mission of eucharistic adoration to continue.
A special collection will be held during Masses in Maine churches for the Retirement Fund for Religious.
It was a joyous occasion for parishioners who were able to celebrate Mass for the first time since the church was vandalized in October.
Children from the faith formation class at St. James the Greater Church in Baileyville donated several bags of food to the pantry.
The Festival of Lessons & Carols, a tradition that dates to the 19th century, recounts the history of salvation through Scripture readings, prayer, and music.
Molly DiLorenzo is responsible for developing and executing plans to engage the Catholic community statewide, as well as regionally and nationally.
Theology in the County provides adults an opportunity to gather in a casual setting to learn about the Catholic faith.
Area businesses decorate and donate beautiful trees which are then auctioned off as fundraisers.
The guest presenter will be Sister Maximilian Cote, a member of the Daughters of Mary, Mother of Healing Love from Manchester, NH
Veterans were thanked with words, a blessing, and the playing of "Taps."
The Diocese of Portland's statement on its appeal to the Law Court.
A concert in support of the victims of the Lewiston mass shooting and to lift the spirits of the community will be held at Holy Family Church in Lewiston on Sunday, November 12.
The victims names were read during the service and a candle lit in memory of each of them.
An independent audit of safe environment procedures has found the Roman Catholic Diocese of Portland, which includes 48 parishes and 144 churches in Maine, in full compliance with the Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People.
A program to help those who have lost loved ones work their way through the CHristmas and Thanksgiving seasons.
Celebrating All Saints' Day Mass, the bishop said that the saints "arethe people who demanded righteousness instead of going along with injustice. "
November 2 is the Commemoration of All the Faithful departed, better known as All Souls’ Day.
Facilitated by Cross Catholic Outreach, the program invites people to fill up shoeboxes with toys and other gifts to be delivered to children in developing countries.
Family members and friends of the deceased as well as other community members gathered for a prayer service at Holy Family Church in Lewiston
Many sections of the Millinocket Cemetery have unmarked graves where children who died in the pandemic are buried.
Hundreds gathered at the Basilica of Ss. Peter & Paul for the 'One Lewiston' Community Vigil to remember those killed in the mass shooting.
All Saints' Day is a holy day of obligation
The Mass will be celebrated at Holy Name of Jesus Church in Machias on Wednesday, November 8, at 6:30 p.m.
A prayer service will be held at 2 p.m. at Holy Family Church in Lewiston.
People may stop by at any time to pray for the victims, for personal healing, or for other intentions
The two-day mission will be presented by Dr. Ralph Martin at St. Maximilian Kolbe Church in Scarborough.
Christmas fairs are a chance to gather in community, while raising money to support parishes and ministries.
Bishop Robert Deeley encourages the faithful in Maine to participate in the Worldwide Day of Prayer and Fasting called for by Pope Francis on Friday, October 27.
This is an opportunity to have your questions asked about eucharistic adoration.
The seven-week series will be held Wednesday evenings at St. Matthew Church in Hampden.
Bishop Robert Deeley will join with parishioners and former priests of the parish for a centennial Mass.
A celebration that will include a eucharistic procession, a parish wide Mass, and a bean supper will be held on October 28.
The theme of the retreat is "Becoming Men of Light."
There will now be additional Sunday Masses and additional confession times to provide greater opportunities for the faithful to attend Mass.
People brought a variety of pets to be blessed outside St. Mary Church in Bangor.
The registration deadline for the Fall Sacred Music Conference is October 3. The conference is open to directors of music, cantors, and volunteer choir members from around New England.
The contest seeks to enkindle in the students a love for St. Francis and the beauty of creation.
St. Paul the Apostle Parish will welcome Lisa Cotter, a nationally acclaimed Catholic speaker and author, will offer a presentation to Catholic teens and young adults on November 11.
Dozens attended the annual African Festival held at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception's Guild Hall. The gala is a celebration of African culture and a fundraiser for the community programs offered by Sacred Heart / St. Dominic Parish in Protland
The celebration will include a presentation on St. Francis, a Transitus Service, Blessing of the Animals, and Mass.
Parishioners who attend Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church in Windham donate healthy snacks to give to children in the community who need them.
The Blue Mass is celebrated annually to express gratitude and to pray for all those who work in public safety.
Father Wilfred Labbe joined with members of St. Thérèse of Lisieux Parish and students from St. Thomas School on Monday, September 11, to break ground for a new parish rectory, the first stage of an ambitious project that will include the building of a parish center.
