Bishop Deeley will celebrate the Mass at 10 a.m. at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Portland.
Lifelong Faith Formation
From games to delicious food to a crowd that was double the size of expectations, the 2023 Holy Spirit Family Fest, held in the parking lot of St. Mary Church in Wells, exceeded the wildest of expectations on Sunday, May 21.
Youngsters will become anchored in the knowledge that Christ guides them through life’s storms, discover why we need to care for our common home, take a Bible blast to the past, and go on other adventures during Vacation Bible Schools and Totus Tuus offered at parishes around Maine this summer.
The conference aims to offer confidence for participants to engage seekers, ways for parishes to make their catechumenate ministry a source of joy and not stress, proven pillars of creating “intentional disciples,” and practical actions parishes can take to make themselves “communities of calling forth disciples.”
The Silver & Gold Anniversary Mass is a celebration of the gift of Christian marriage, that relationship of a man and a woman, husband and wife, which gives rise to new life.
Bishop Deeley invites teenagers and adults from around Maine who already have been baptized in the Catholic Church to receive the sacrament of confirmation at either of two different Masses.
Participants grew deeper in their knowledge of the Eucharist while building community, making new friends, and sharing about their own faith journeys.
The motto of “Making Music, Praying Twice” at Holy Martyrs Church in Falmouth serves as an invitation for parents, grandparents, and children who seek the experience of integrating music, prayer, and Catholic culture into daily family life.
The conference drew men from 45 different towns and cities in Maine, from York Beach to the Caribou area, who attended for different reasons but were all seeking guidance on how best to love and serve God and their families.
Faith formation children at St. Francis Xavier Church worked together to make life a little easier for Maine foster children.
National speakers, Masses with Bishop Robert Deeley, and offerings of faith and fellowship are all waiting for participants at three major conferences set for Maine in the coming months.
To set the tone for the Lenten season, a period of spiritual renewal, Fr. Simeon Gallagher, OFM Cap. will offer a four-day parish mission entitled “Healing Hearts and Homes: Reclaiming Virtues.”
Kim Suttie, the pastoral life coordinator at Corpus Christi Parish in Waterville, loves sharing her faith with othres.
The program is designed for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, but older children are always welcome, too.
Prior to the pandemic, the CLC offered a wide range of retreats, marriage preparation, and other programs designed to strengthen the faith of participants and increase their participation in parish life.
On the Solemnity of All Saints, Catholics celebrate the saints, both known and unknown, including people in our own lives who have possessed great faith.
Any middle schooler (Grades 6-8) and their adult chaperones are encouraged to gather for a special day of reflection that will build faith and community through prayer, togetherness, and fun.
Praying the Rosary is a powerful way to strengthen the Church and remind all of the love of God and the need to serve each other.
June 10, 2023
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The Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ (June 11, 2023), also known as the Feast of Corpus Christi, is a celebration of the real presence of Christ in the Eucharist.
June 11, 2023
Event
The Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ (June 11, 2023), also known as the Feast of Corpus Christi, is a celebration of the real presence of Christ in the Eucharist.
June 13, 2023
Event
Held on the second Tuesday of the month, the free Matthew Meals are held in the cafeteria of St. Thomas School, located on 69 North Avenue in Sanford.
June 17, 2023
Event
The Silver & Gold Anniversary Mass at 4 p.m. is a celebration of the gift of Christian marriage.
June 18, 2023
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Bishop Robert Deeley will celebrate the annual Neophyte Mass on Sunday, June 18, at 10 a.m. at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Portland.
July 7 — July 8, 2023
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The conference aims to offer confidence for participants to engage seekers, ways for parishes to make their catechumenate ministry a source of joy and not stress, proven pillars of creating “intentional disciples,” and practical actions parishes can take to make themselves “communities of calling forth disciples.”
