3 years ago
Ministry group donates blankets
CARIBOU, Maine — Since starting up again in January, the Holy Rosary Blanket Ministry has been busy making fleece blankets for those in need.
Faith
3 years ago
Bishop Deeley to Celebrate Mass of the Oils in Houlton on Wednesday
Bishop Robert Deeley will celebrate the Mass of the Oils at St. Mary of the Visitation Church, located on 110 Military Street in Houlton, at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 5. All are welcome.
3 years ago
Emmy-nominated Runyeon to present ‘A Journey to Joy’ in Caribou and Presque Isle
In an effort to provide assistance to local homeless and offer a faith-building opportunity for individuals and families, the Parish of the Precious Blood will welcome Emmy-nominated actor Frank Runyeon for a three-day event entitled “A Journey to Joy!” and all are invited to participate.
3 years ago
‘Theology in the County’ returns in Presque Isle on March 21
The popular “Theology in the County” series will return on Tuesday, March 21 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Governor’s Restaurant & Bakery on 350 Main Street in Presque Isle.
3 years ago
Maine Parishes offering variety of special experiences to grow and share faith during Lent
During Lent, many parishes offer opportunities for Bible study or faith-sharing groups to help parishioners grow in their relationship to Christ. Updates and additions will be made in the Lent section of the diocesan website at www.portlanddiocese.org/Lent.
3 years ago
Rite of Election and Call to Continuing Conversion set for Presque Isle on Saturday
Catechumens and candidates will participate in the Rite of Election and Call to Continuing Conversion celebrations Feb. 25-26, the first weekend of Lent. Bishop Robert Deeley will celebrate Mass at the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church, 331 Main Street in Presque Isle, at 4 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 25.
3 years ago
Several hundred fed at St. Mary’s free holiday dinner
A traditional holiday menu of turkey, gravy, potatoes, squash, cranberries and pie was waiting for more than 200 expectant diners.
3 years ago
Houlton Catholic Church offering free Thanksgiving Day dinner
Several Maine parishes are offering free community meals on Thanksgiving, Thursday, Nov. 24, to which all are invited. Many parishes are also assembling Thanksgiving baskets for community members in need.
3 years ago
Local parents help beat a cyberbully
When Jadian Smallwood’s oldest daughter told her about being bullied for the first time, the northern Maine mom was stunned.
“It was so stressful for her,” Smallwood said. “She didn’t know what to do.”
3 years ago
Ministry opens new building
Apostolic Training Ministries celebrated the grand opening of their new building in Fort Fairfield with a ribbon cutting hosted by the Central Aroostook Chamber of Commerce.
