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As part of the partnership between the Diocese of Portland and the Diocese of Kumbo in Cameroon, Bishop Emeritus Robert Deeley travelled to Kumbo for the priestly ordination of Rev. Colbert Dzelamonyuy Fonye and Rev. Bertrand Nsai. This video shows the ordinations and explains the significance of the partnership between our diocese.
During his recent visit to the Diocese of Kumbo in Cameroon, Bishop Emeritus Robert Deely spent time at St. Aloysius Minor Seminary. This school is known for the high number of students who go on to become priests – a reflection of the deep faith nurtured by their teachers. Many priests from the Diocese of Kumbo are now serving as… Read more
Bishop Emeritus Robert Deely traveled to Kumbo, Cameroon recently to celebrate mass and ordain two priests in their diocese. The Diocese of Kumbo has graciously shared their priests with us for many years, and we are thankful for all they do. This video from Radio Evengelium Kumbo shows the people of Kumbo welcoming Bishop Deely with great… Read more
On May 13, we celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of Fatima, commemorating the Blessed Mother’s first appearance to three shepherd children in Fatima, Portugal, in 1917. The Blessed Mother asked the children to pray the Rosary for peace in the world, something still so needed today. https://portlanddiocese.org/prayers-rosary
All are invited to the Mass of Thanksgiving for the Election of His Holiness Pope Leo XIV. Join us this Thursday, May 15, at 6:00 PM at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception as we give thanks for our new Holy Father.
Fr. Kyle Doustou appeared on ARC Maine again this morning to comment on the election of Pope Leo XIV, the first pope from the United States.
“This is huge, the impossible has been done!.” Fr. Doustou said, “Everybody said going into this conclave, even though we have some very good American cardinals who would have made great popes, that… Read more
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Maine religious leader reacts to election of new pope
Robert Prevost was elected Thursday as the new pope to lead the Catholic Church. He's the first U.S.-born pontiff in history.
Registrations are still open for the Maine Catholic Women’s Conference on May 17, at the St. John’s Community Center. The conference is a joy-filled opportunity for Catholic women ages 16 and older to come together to celebrate their Catholic faith. This year’s theme is “When Women Pray,” focusing on the power and importance of prayer.
The… Read more
“Through the ministry of Peter, you have called me to carry that cross and to be blessed with that mission, and I know I can rely on each and every one of you to walk with me as we continue as a church, as a community of friends of Jesus, as believers, to announce the Good News, to announce the Gospel.” – Pope Leo XIV delivering his first… Read more
Happy anniversary Bishop James Ruggieri! One year ago today, on May 7, 2024, Bishop Ruggieri was ordained and installed as the 13th Bishop of Portland. May the Holy Spirit continue to guide you as you lead the diocese. Our prayers are with you!
Father Kyle Doustou appeared on the news again this morning, this time on WGME’s ARC Maine morning show. Fr. Kyle offered comments on the legacy of Pope Francis and spoke about the centuries-old tradition of the conclave to elect a new pope.
https://wgme.com/news/arc-maine/vatican-conclave-to-elect-new-pope-set-for-tuesday#
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Vatican conclave to elect new pope set to begin
Pope Francis, 88, died from a stroke and heart failure on Easter Monday and was laid to rest at St. Mary Major Basilica.
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