Silver & Gold Anniversary Mass

Marriage establishes a holy covenant among three: one man, one woman, and God himself. The annual Silver & Gold Anniversary Mass is a testimony to the goodness of Christian marriage and the blessings it can bring. It is an opportunity to thank God for graces given and to ask for the continuing gift of grace to persevere in the commitments that have been made.

What is the Silver & Gold Mass?

Catholics marking milestone wedding anniversaries are invited to participate in the annual Silver & Gold Anniversary Mass celebrated by the bishop of the diocese. Bishop James Ruggieri will offer a special blessing to all married couples in the church. A light reception will follow the celebration.

2026 Slideshow

When is the next Mass?

The Silver & Gold Mass was celebrated on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at St. John Church, 217 York Street in Bangor. The next Mass will be held in the summer of 2027.

Who should register to attend?

Couples living in Maine who are celebrating the milestone anniversaries of 10 years, 25 years, 40 years, and 50 or more years of sacramental marriage were invited to register to attend the Mass in person and/or to be included in the downloadable commemorative program.

What if our anniversary this year marks something other than 10, 25, 40, or 50+ years?

While all are invited to participate in the Mass which celebrates the gift of Christian marriage, only those celebrating milestone anniversaries of 10 years, 25 years, 40 years, and 50 or more years will receive special recognition in the commemorative program and slideshow