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A Statement from Bishop Deeley on Bombing Threats at Synagogues

Over the past several days, I have been deeply saddened to learn about bomb threats sent to synagogues across our country - including right here in…

Epiphany Lessons & Carols - Lewiston

To celebrate the end of the Twelve Days of Christmas, the Psalterium Institute Chamber Choir, Boy Choir, and Girl Choir will present Epiphany Lessons…

Christmas Reflection by Father Wilfred Labbe

In the seasonal classic movie, Christmas Vacation, there is a scene in which the main character, Clark Griswold, discovers that rather than receiving…

Children's Nativity Play - Whitefield

Children from St. Michael Parish will present a Nativity play on Christmas Eve at 5:30 p.m. at St. Denis Church, 298 Grand Army Road in Whitefield.…

Children's Nativity Play - Portland

Children will put on a  Nativity play before the 4 p.m. Christmas Eve Mass at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, 307 Congress…

Christmas Masses

The Solemnity of the Nativity of the Lord celebrates the birth of Jesus, Christ and Lord, who is the Savior of the world, in Bethlehem: "The Word was…

Advent Reflection by Father Kyle Doustou

Dear friends in Christ, As we find ourselves at the end of our Advent pilgrimage and standing now on the cusp of Christmas, I hope that we find our…

Bishop Deeley Celebrates Advent Mass at Cheverus

On the morning of December 19, Bishop Deeley celebrated an Advent Mass at Cheverus High School. Fr. Robert Pecoraro, president of Cheverus, served as…

Prepare the Way - Epiphany Reflection

Enjoy cookies, conversation, and reflect upon the Epiphany on Sunday, January 7, following the 9 a.m. Mass at Notre Dame du Perpetual …

Generosity of Women's Council of St. Paul the Apostle Impacts Parish & the Community

The Women's Council of St. Paul the Apostle Parish in Bangor has shown its giving spirit in meaningful ways this holiday season.  When…

Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Masses and events around the diocese

The Diocese of Portland has compiled a listing of Masses throughout the state on December 24 and 25 to mark the Solemnity of the Nativity of the Lord…

New Year's Eve Dance Party - Lewiston

The Knight of Columbus will host a New Year's Dance on January 5, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the hall of Holy Cross Church Hall, 1080 Lisbon Street in…

A Christmas Message from Bishop Deeley

Today we celebrate this feast of Christmas, a most joyous day! But what is so wonderful about this day is that it is not a one-day reality. Jesus…

Current Applications for Lay Grant Program

Grant Application Forms Continuing Education Organization Tuition FMI: Contact the Ministerial ServIces Office at 207-773-6471.

Annual Parish Faith Formation Report

In 2023, the Office of Lifelong Faith Formation (OLFF) reinstituted an annual parish faith formation report.  Each January parishes in the Roman…

Mass of the Solemnity of Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God

Bishop Robert Deeley will celebrate Mass at the Cathedral for the Feast of the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God.

A New Year's Message from Bishop Deeley

It has been a difficult year in our world. The shootings in Lewiston still weigh heavy on our hearts. We carry with us this Christmas season a prayer…

With a prayer for peace, Bishop Robert Deeley welcomes in the New Year

Acknowledging the trials faced in 2023, including the ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East, but expressing his fervent hope for a year…

Pope Francis' Monthly Prayer Intentions 2025

The Pope's Worldwide Prayer Network has released Pope Francis' monthly prayer intentions for 2025. Each month, the Holy Father asks Catholics around…

Finding strength through prayer

When Tyler Nadeau heard multiple gunshots ring out not far from his home in Lewiston on the evening of October 25, his immediate thought was to pray…

Hooked on fiber arts and friendship

For Linda Seaman of Effingham, New Hampshire, there is no doubt which day she looks forward to the most. “Wednesday is my favorite day of the week…

Candlemas Celebration - Cherryfield

St. Peter the Fisherman Parish will commemorate Candlemas with celebrations at Holy Name of Jesus Church in Machias and St. Michael Church in…

Candlemas Celebration - Machias

St. Peter the Fisherman Parish will commemorate Candlemas with celebrations at Holy Name of Jesus Church in Machias and St. Michael Church in…

MERCY: Receive Your Heart's Desires - Middle School Retreat

Good Shepherd Parish in Saco will offer "MERCY: Receive Your Heart's Desires,” a retreat for fifth through eighth graders and their parents, on…

Transitional Diaconate Ordination

Seminarian Matthew Valles will be ordained to the transitional diaconate by Bishop Robert Deeley on Sunday, January 7, during the 10 a.m. Mass at the…

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