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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…
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…
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…
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” at Holy Martyrs Church in Falmouth serves as an invitation for parents, grandparents, and children who seek the…
SCARBOROUGH---Parishioners at St. John Paul II Parish (St. Maximilian Kolbe Church, Scarborough; Holy Cross Church, South Portland; St. Bartholomew…
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…
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…
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…
"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…
On Sunday, April 30, churches in Brewer and Farmington will host special celebrations commemorating the Feast of St. Joseph the Worker (May 1).
St.…
VASSALBORO---Twice a month, volunteers sewing, cutting, ironing, and sorting can be observed at tables in an eye-catching building at 864 Main Street…
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…
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…
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 Deeley invites teenagers and adults from around Maine who already have been baptized in the Catholic Church to receive the sacrament of…
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…
Despite the rain pouring outside, a small group gathered inside the entrance to the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception on Sunday, April 30, for…
“The Good Shepherd Sisters are a big deal.”
That sentiment, expressed by Carey Nason, executive director of Saint André Home, summed up the feelings…
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, celebrated 50 days after Easter Sunday, commemorates the descent of the Holy Spirit upon Christ’s disciples and marks the end of the…
The Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus takes place 19 days after Pentecost Sunday and on the Friday after the Solemnity of the Most Holy…
An Aroostook County senior citizen’s refrigerator broke, resulting in her inability to make her rent payment. A woman Down East ran out of wood to…
Over 200 Gather at Turkey Pot Pie Fundraiser in East Millinocket to Raise Money for Capital Campaign
EAST MILLINOCKET---Over 200 parishioners and community members gathered at St. Peter Church in East Millinocket on April 27 to enjoy turkey pot pie,…
The Office of the Tribunal will hold presentations and discussions on the annulment process in the Catholic Church in the coming weeks and months.…
