Thông Tin Công Giáo | Dio Portland in Maine | Activity https://i-catholic.org/groups/us-dio-portland-in-maine/ Activity feed for the group, Dio Portland in Maine. Fri, 17 Apr 2026 05:40:15 +0700 https://buddypress.org/?v=2.20.0 vi 30 hourly 2 0b414137d3ee2903377d53695e0b445c Công Giáo Thông Tin posted an update in the group Dio Portland in Maine: The Parish of the Holy Savior extends a special […] https://i-catholic.org/news-feed/p/187826/ Sat, 20 Dec 2025 15:00:11 +0700 The Parish of the Holy Savior extends a special invitation to the River Valley community to attend its annual Community Christmas Dinner on Christmas Day.

The meal will be shared starting at noon in the parish hall, located in the basement of St. Athanasius & St. John Church, 126 Maine Avenue in Rumford.

]]> 2ef666a93bd8fc67ed28fa9c1cbb7bba Công Giáo Thông Tin posted an update in the group Dio Portland in Maine: Carrying on a tradition that dates back more than […] https://i-catholic.org/news-feed/p/187379/ Fri, 19 Dec 2025 18:35:26 +0700 Carrying on a tradition that dates back more than four decades, members of Knights of Columbus Council 101 set up a manger scene at St. Joseph Oratory in Portland that was built by a member of the Knights and given to the church in 1981. George Robertson bought the figures for the Nativity scene but created dozens of other pieces for it,… Read more

]]> ce409da11f7346bd823a151774c4d6b9 Công Giáo Thông Tin posted an update in the group Dio Portland in Maine: The Diocese of Portland has named Sister Elsa Telón, RSR […] https://i-catholic.org/news-feed/p/187021/ Fri, 19 Dec 2025 13:26:54 +0700 The Diocese of Portland has named Sister Elsa Telón, RSR as the coordinator of Hispanic Ministry, effective January 1, 2026. Having contributed greatly as a member of the Hispanic Ministry team since 2015, Sister Elsa will now guide the expanding Hispanic Catholic community across Maine.

Spanish-language Masses are celebrated throughout… Read more

]]> 33849cb10d88445a5aff5014c996a1e4 Công Giáo Thông Tin posted an update in the group Dio Portland in Maine: The Diocese of Portland extends heartfelt wishes to […] https://i-catholic.org/news-feed/p/185872/ Wed, 17 Dec 2025 14:00:09 +0700 The Diocese of Portland extends heartfelt wishes to our Jewish brothers and sisters as Hanukkah reaches its midpoint. In these days of light and hope, we join with you in prayer for peace and justice. May the glow of the menorah remind us all that light shines brightest in times of darkness.

]]> 21a78255347cd28b6f157283c54a6fcd Công Giáo Thông Tin posted an update in the group Dio Portland in Maine: While Christmas is a time of rejoicing in the birth of […] https://i-catholic.org/news-feed/p/185496/ Tue, 16 Dec 2025 20:33:02 +0700 While Christmas is a time of rejoicing in the birth of Our Lord, it can also be a difficult time for those who have lost loved ones or are going to be away from family and friends. With that in mind, Our Lady of Hope Parish is holding its annual Blue Christmas service on Wednesday, December 17, at 6:30 p.m. at St. Pius X Church, 492 Ocean… Read more

]]> cbede329e6c629bb4cd98e09e4b48c2e Công Giáo Thông Tin posted an update in the group Dio Portland in Maine: To help us prepare for the celebration of our Lord's […] https://i-catholic.org/news-feed/p/185495/ Tue, 16 Dec 2025 16:50:01 +0700 To help us prepare for the celebration of our Lord’s birth, the Light is On for You at parishes across the diocese this week. Parishes are offering additional opportunities for the Sacrament of Reconciliation. You will find a listing of times and locations here: https://portlanddiocese.org/lightison

]]> 79e314daca1842088deafc96b916128d Công Giáo Thông Tin posted an update in the group Dio Portland in Maine: St. Paul the Apostle Parish will have its annual […] https://i-catholic.org/news-feed/p/184847/ Mon, 15 Dec 2025 17:00:24 +0700 St. Paul the Apostle Parish will have its annual Musica Sacra Concert on Sunday, December 21 at 3:00 pm at St. John Church, in Bangor. You are invited to enjoy Sacred Music, Readings and Prayers in anticipation of Christmas performed by the: St. John’s Youth Choir & Schola Cantorum, St. John’s Adult Choir, with strings, handbells, harp and… Read more

]]> 4ef63b42005f31f286cae58481eb428f Công Giáo Thông Tin posted an update in the group Dio Portland in Maine:   https://i-catholic.org/news-feed/p/184848/ Mon, 15 Dec 2025 14:36:14 +0700 d4dd529534ebc7ac6d219b49df427825 Công Giáo Thông Tin posted an update in the group Dio Portland in Maine: St. Christopher's Church, 15 Central Avenue on Peaks […] https://i-catholic.org/news-feed/p/183333/ Fri, 12 Dec 2025 20:19:02 +0700 St. Christopher’s Church, 15 Central Avenue on Peaks Island, will host “From Around the World: The Art of the Nativity,” a display of parishioners’ crèches on Saturday, December 13 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Sunday, December 14 from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. (following Mass). Children’s craft activities and refreshments will be available.

]]> 2ca887e1a583a43a09f6c88d7ac8d51d Công Giáo Thông Tin posted an update in the group Dio Portland in Maine: Today we celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe. […] https://i-catholic.org/news-feed/p/183332/ Fri, 12 Dec 2025 15:23:25 +0700 Today we celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe. The feast day commemorates the appearances of the Virgin Mary to Juan Diego on the hill of Tepeyac outside Mexico City in 1531. This is an important day for all Catholics as it reminds us that Mary is our constant intercessor.

Several parishes are hosting special prayer services and… Read more

]]> ec0b9c40642bfa99e570b6bfdf39f44c Công Giáo Thông Tin posted an update in the group Dio Portland in Maine:   https://i-catholic.org/news-feed/p/181495/ Tue, 09 Dec 2025 19:18:43 +0700 57c655246e7f47b3e8d6dd51bb4994de Công Giáo Thông Tin posted an update in the group Dio Portland in Maine: On December 9, we celebrate the Feast of St. Juan Diego, […] https://i-catholic.org/news-feed/p/181063/ Tue, 09 Dec 2025 13:33:03 +0700 On December 9, we celebrate the Feast of St. Juan Diego, the humble man to who whom the Blessed Mother appeared on Tepeyac Hill in Mexico in 1531. Raised Aztec, St. Juan Diego, whose birth name was Cuauhtlatoatzin, became the messenger of Our Lady of Guadalupe, including delivering a request from her to the local bishop, asking that a church… Read more

]]> cea4375573fa0239ce913df13b324c36 Công Giáo Thông Tin posted an update in the group Dio Portland in Maine: The Diocese of Portland's Office of Vocations would like […] https://i-catholic.org/news-feed/p/179775/ Sun, 07 Dec 2025 16:00:14 +0700 The Diocese of Portland’s Office of Vocations would like to invite young men to a day of discernment, reflection and fellowship. The Gratitude retreat will be held on December 27th at the newly renovated Newman Center in Orono.

Our seminarians will share their stories of struggle and joy in their own discernment. The day will also… Read more

]]> 8cb2c5994e0c52c8d71f6830cb0701b9 Công Giáo Thông Tin posted an update in the group Dio Portland in Maine: Happy St. Nicholas Day! On December 6, we celebrate […] https://i-catholic.org/news-feed/p/179776/ Sat, 06 Dec 2025 13:33:03 +0700 Happy St. Nicholas Day! On December 6, we celebrate the feast day of Saint Nicholas of Myra, who has become identified with the seasons of Advent and Christmas. Nicholas was born in southern Turkey in the third century and was orphaned at a young age. He used his inheritance to serve those in need and was well-known for his generosity… Read more

]]> 6516756b31e078fff8f106db42282afc Công Giáo Thông Tin posted an update in the group Dio Portland in Maine: On Monday, December 8 we celebrate the Solemnity of […] https://i-catholic.org/news-feed/p/179779/ Fri, 05 Dec 2025 20:33:03 +0700 On Monday, December 8 we celebrate the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception, commemorating the day that Mary was conceived without the stain of original sin. It is the patronal feast of the United States and of the Diocese of Portland and it is a holy day of obligation. Most parishes have Masses scheduled for Monday, with a few also having… Read more

]]> 007c8ef43afef93748561fabd3a8db42 Công Giáo Thông Tin posted an update in the group Dio Portland in Maine: Planning on picking up or putting up your Christmas […] https://i-catholic.org/news-feed/p/179780/ Fri, 05 Dec 2025 15:00:02 +0700 Planning on picking up or putting up your Christmas tree this weekend or next? Consider gathering your family for a Christmas tree blessing, which can be found here: https://portlanddiocese.org/blessing-christmas-tree. The tradition of the Christmas tree is believed to go back to medieval times, and a lit tree is thought to be a reflection of… Read more

]]> e6348ce9c56405f66bcdfbc5e0f10a03 Công Giáo Thông Tin posted an update in the group Dio Portland in Maine: In the winter issue of Harvest magazine, Father […] https://i-catholic.org/news-feed/p/178675/ Thu, 04 Dec 2025 13:33:02 +0700 In the winter issue of Harvest magazine, Father Matthew Valles, parochial vicar of St. Paul the Apostle – Bangor, reflects on his first year as a priest, which he calls a “really beautiful adventure” and “the best year of my life.” Describing it as a wonderful time of growth and learning, he says, “The more you know, the more you can love, the… Read more

]]> 3dce35d87615788c80c03a457cfc4eb5 Công Giáo Thông Tin posted an update in the group Dio Portland in Maine: The latest issue of Harvest Magazine is now available […] https://i-catholic.org/news-feed/p/178390/ Wed, 03 Dec 2025 23:00:18 +0700 The latest issue of Harvest Magazine is now available online at https://harvestmagazinemaine.org/

]]> 5bcd3a01a6dc7e49cb4b89a5fe51dd3a Công Giáo Thông Tin posted an update in the group Dio Portland in Maine: Where is the Lord asking you to trust him more deeply? […] https://i-catholic.org/news-feed/p/178389/ Wed, 03 Dec 2025 22:50:48 +0700 Where is the Lord asking you to trust him more deeply?

In this episode, Bishop Ruggieri examines the Book of the Prophet Isaiah, a book with many readings in Advent. Bishop Ruggieri highlights the importance of trusting God over anything else.

“When worship is strong, justice is strong. When worship is hollow, injustice follows.”

You… Read more

]]> 63ca28a534e6ede5b2f0b34600e7e4dd Công Giáo Thông Tin posted an update in the group Dio Portland in Maine: For more than 35 years, parishioners from Our Lady Queen […] https://i-catholic.org/news-feed/p/178395/ Wed, 03 Dec 2025 18:33:01 +0700 For more than 35 years, parishioners from Our Lady Queen of Peace Church in Boothbay Harbor have offered a gift to the community, presenting a live Nativity with Scripture readings and music. This year’s presentation will be on December 6 at 6:30 p.m. in front of the church at 82 Atlantic Avenue. All are welcome to attend this beautiful Advent celebration.

]]> 3ef49ed37cd2bc39bc67d2e45b8ba19f Công Giáo Thông Tin posted an update in the group Dio Portland in Maine: Catholic Charities Maine is holding its 7th annual Wall […] https://i-catholic.org/news-feed/p/178398/ Wed, 03 Dec 2025 18:11:03 +0700 Catholic Charities Maine is holding its 7th annual Wall of Warmth outside its offices on Congress Street in Portland. Hundreds of hats, scarves, mittens, blankets, and other items are free to anyone who needs them. The items, many of them handknitted or crocheted, were donated from folks across Maine, including as far away as Eagle Lake… Read more

]]> c9eadec7f86f17f2df4f92c0fd9b725e Công Giáo Thông Tin posted an update in the group Dio Portland in Maine: Leading up to the December 12, Feast Day of Our Lady […] https://i-catholic.org/news-feed/p/178213/ Wed, 03 Dec 2025 13:33:03 +0700 Leading up to the December 12, Feast Day of Our Lady of Guadalupe, patroness of the Americas, all are invited to pray the Our Lady of Guadalupe novena, beginning December 3. The novena is an opportunity to seek the Blessed Mother’s help and protection and consists of a short prayer each day, the Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory Be, and Memorare of… Read more

]]> 5ecedc63e06c50db9acf74d01b926b50 Công Giáo Thông Tin posted an update in the group Dio Portland in Maine: Please join in praying for the repose of the soul of […] https://i-catholic.org/news-feed/p/177480/ Mon, 01 Dec 2025 21:13:04 +0700 Please join in praying for the repose of the soul of Sister Theresa Couture, SCIM, a member of the Good Shepherd Sisters of Quebec who died on November 25 at the age of 93. A native of Lewiston, Sister first entered the Roman Congregation of St. Dominic in Mortefontaine, France, before a second religious calling brought her to the Good… Read more

]]> 165c821d64b937660bacab4dead08569 Công Giáo Thông Tin posted an update in the group Dio Portland in Maine: St. Mary of the Visitation Church in Houlton once […] https://i-catholic.org/news-feed/p/177478/ Mon, 01 Dec 2025 18:16:58 +0700 St. Mary of the Visitation Church in Houlton once again hosted its free community Thanksgiving dinner.

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Long-running Thanksgiving tradition continues feeding hundreds

In Houlton, a long-running Thanksgiving tradition continues to offer community members a warm place to sit, gather, and enjoy a full holiday meal.

]]> a55e7e55fb9224f1ff3cc09bb7666bd7 Công Giáo Thông Tin posted an update in the group Dio Portland in Maine:   https://i-catholic.org/news-feed/p/176293/ Sat, 29 Nov 2025 22:58:01 +0700 f821e64432c69949c590374e6fd7666c Công Giáo Thông Tin posted an update in the group Dio Portland in Maine: Save the date for the Maine Catholic Men's Conference. […] https://i-catholic.org/news-feed/p/176292/ Sat, 29 Nov 2025 15:00:07 +0700 Save the date for the Maine Catholic Men’s Conference. The next Men’s Conference will be held on March 7th, 2026, at St. John’s community Center in Brunswick. Registration info coming soon!

Men of all ages throughout the Diocese of Portland are invited to come together for this annual gathering day of faith and fellowship, featuring… Read more

]]> 4ac09641ff94f4fc855036e29b7b5a35 Công Giáo Thông Tin posted an update in the group Dio Portland in Maine: Today, we give thanks to the Lord for all He has done […] https://i-catholic.org/news-feed/p/174966/ Thu, 27 Nov 2025 12:00:04 +0700 Today, we give thanks to the Lord for all He has done for us. We invite you to share in giving thanks with us by attending a Thanksgiving day Mass. You can find a list of special Thanksgiving Mass times here: https://portlanddiocese.org/thanksgiving-masses-listed-parish

]]> 00eb9deef53454ed8d412feed2d9ab4c Công Giáo Thông Tin posted an update in the group Dio Portland in Maine: Is holiness possible for regular people? Yes. Servant of […] https://i-catholic.org/news-feed/p/174690/ Wed, 26 Nov 2025 16:22:34 +0700 Is holiness possible for regular people? Yes. Servant of God Ruth Pakaluk proved this by doing ordinary things with extraordinary love and faithfulness. Ruth was a wife and mother who converted to Catholicism in 1980.

In this episode, Bishop Ruggieri examines Ruth’s life and explains how her witness provides a practical example of how to… Read more

]]> 7055544f2ae0b5ec47ae72a98ceb81d7 Công Giáo Thông Tin posted an update in the group Dio Portland in Maine: For the first time in several years, a […] https://i-catholic.org/news-feed/p/174453/ Wed, 26 Nov 2025 13:30:00 +0700 For the first time in several years, a six-foot-tall crucifix is back in the garden outside the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Portland. The corpus on the cross suffered damage to Christ’s foot and side, and finding a foundry that could repair the cast zinc image proved difficult. But, the Green Foundry in Eliot was able to do the… Read more

]]> 88aad1b3870985e7198b8ed951666173 Công Giáo Thông Tin posted an update in the group Dio Portland in Maine: Our Lady of Hope Parish will present the reading of […] https://i-catholic.org/news-feed/p/173886/ Tue, 25 Nov 2025 13:33:00 +0700 Our Lady of Hope Parish will present the reading of the Charles Dickens’ classic “A Christmas Carol” on the first Sunday of Advent, November 30, at 1:30 p.m. in the hall of St. Pius X Church, 492 Ocean Avenue in Portland. The Jesuit Media Lab formatted the text of the book into a read-aloud play, and readers will bring the story to life taking… Read more

]]> 66be60dd951c70f95e6ed196ae1c62ff Công Giáo Thông Tin posted an update in the group Dio Portland in Maine: During a Mass celebrated at Sacred Heart Church in […] https://i-catholic.org/news-feed/p/173675/ Mon, 24 Nov 2025 20:54:38 +0700 During a Mass celebrated at Sacred Heart Church in Hallowell on November 22, Bishop James Ruggieri instituted five deacon candidates – Arturo Ayala of Yarmouth, Doug Guerrette of Hampden, Peter Koch of Rumford, Adam Stearns of Skowhegan, and Timothy Winkeler of Falmouth – into the ministry of acolyte. Acolytes assist the bishop, priests,… Read more

]]> ce531c2dd6b7db950c184e9157097f2f Công Giáo Thông Tin posted an update in the group Dio Portland in Maine: A beautiful way to begin your Thanksgiving celebration is […] https://i-catholic.org/news-feed/p/172627/ Sun, 23 Nov 2025 15:00:02 +0700 A beautiful way to begin your Thanksgiving celebration is by gathering around the Lord’s table with your parish family to thank him for the blessings he has given us.

Many parishes around the Diocese of Portland have Masses scheduled for Thanksgiving Day, Nov 27th, and the evening before. You can find a full list on our website… Read more

]]> 41b9b268bc086c5ff9d791ea785eab45 Công Giáo Thông Tin posted an update in the group Dio Portland in Maine: In celebration of the upcoming Solemnity of the […] https://i-catholic.org/news-feed/p/172626/ Sat, 22 Nov 2025 13:30:05 +0700 In celebration of the upcoming Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception (Dec. 8), the Portland Peninsula & Island Parishes invite people to create artwork in any medium that is based on the Mary, the Immaculate Conception, the patroness of our diocese. People of all ages, artistic abilities, and backgrounds are invited to participate.… Read more

]]> a60d4dab95c7e9d5cae715031596475a Công Giáo Thông Tin posted an update in the group Dio Portland in Maine: Six parishes are hosting free community […] https://i-catholic.org/news-feed/p/171418/ Fri, 21 Nov 2025 17:14:02 +0700 Six parishes are hosting free community Thanksgiving dinners. On Thanksgiving Day, dinners are being served in the halls of Most Holy Trinity Church in Saco, St. Catherine of Sienna Church in Norway, and St. Mary of the Visitation Parish in Houlton. Everyone is free to stop by. There is also a dinner at the St. Joseph Nutrition Center… Read more

]]> 5b44a1c6a32da4627243ebdd8ceef497 Công Giáo Thông Tin posted an update in the group Dio Portland in Maine: Mother Mary was the "talk of the town" at this year's […] https://i-catholic.org/news-feed/p/170725/ Thu, 20 Nov 2025 20:30:01 +0700 Mother Mary was the “talk of the town” at this year’s Advent By Candlelight at St. Paul the Apostle Parish, Bangor. Attendees enjoyed a beautiful two-part presentation by guest speaker, Monét Souza, a nationally known Catholic speaker and founder of A Message of Hope. Monét’s talk encouraged everyone to “lean into the motherness of Mary” and let… Read more

]]> 1f4829ff02227929b73ec200d72b0f8c Công Giáo Thông Tin posted an update in the group Dio Portland in Maine: In October, the St. Dominic Academy middle school […] https://i-catholic.org/news-feed/p/166942/ Wed, 12 Nov 2025 18:21:12 +0700 In October, the St. Dominic Academy middle school girls’ soccer team collected and donated a significant amount of hygiene products for the Lewiston Public Schools Student Resource Center which helps area students who are homeless or in need.

]]> 980b0297531275af4b4faba03e346517 Công Giáo Thông Tin posted an update in the group Dio Portland in Maine: Bishop James Ruggieri will celebrate Mass on World Day […] https://i-catholic.org/news-feed/p/166941/ Wed, 12 Nov 2025 14:32:02 +0700 Bishop James Ruggieri will celebrate Mass on World Day of the Poor, Sunday, November 16, at 9 a.m. at St. Peter’s Church, 72 Federal Street in Portland. Very Reverend Seamus Griesbach, Pastor of the Portland and Peninsula & Island Parishes, will concelebrate.

Following Mass will be the special dedication of a new Homeless Jesus sculpture in… Read more

]]> 904d07e9fbbead9f18ad9b1794ff7a21 Công Giáo Thông Tin posted an update in the group Dio Portland in Maine: Registration is still open for Dwell, a one-day retreat […] https://i-catholic.org/news-feed/p/163188/ Thu, 06 Nov 2025 19:00:35 +0700 Registration is still open for Dwell, a one-day retreat for teens hosted by Prince of Peace Parish. The retreat will be hosted at the Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul in Lewiston on Saturday, November 22 from 8:00 AM to 8:30 PM.

Held on the Feast of St. Cecilia, the day includes talks, prayer, Eucharistic Adoration, and Mass celebrated by… Read more

]]> c4cbe7db9675f49f206fa88d640c2336 Công Giáo Thông Tin posted an update in the group Dio Portland in Maine: What should a person do after hearing God's call? And […] https://i-catholic.org/news-feed/p/162307/ Wed, 05 Nov 2025 21:24:03 +0700 What should a person do after hearing God’s call? And is sainthood really achievable for people like us? Bishop Ruggieri answers these questions by detailing the discernment process and unpacking the universal call to a vocation to holiness.

“The call to holiness is not an abstraction. It’s not something for the past or the saints in… Read more

]]> a30c6d2ef204b1149a2ab99630bd570c Công Giáo Thông Tin posted an update in the group Dio Portland in Maine: Homeschool families are invited to make a pilgrimage […] https://i-catholic.org/news-feed/p/162306/ Wed, 05 Nov 2025 14:37:20 +0700 Homeschool families are invited to make a pilgrimage during this jubilee year to the Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul in Lewiston.

This pilgrimage will feature a tour of the Basilica with Fr. Patrick Finn, a demonstration of the largest church organ in Maine with Scott Vaillancourt, 30 minutes of Eucharistic Adoration, and veneration a… Read more

]]> 001bfc7ce43cacead76c7062af94cba5 Công Giáo Thông Tin posted an update in the group Dio Portland in Maine: Fr. Divine Fossoh of Prince of Peace Parish Maine and […] https://i-catholic.org/news-feed/p/161671/ Tue, 04 Nov 2025 18:36:56 +0700 Fr. Divine Fossoh of Prince of Peace Parish Maine and Jenna Berens of Maine Catholic Cemeteries hosted the teens and families of Prince of Peace Youth Ministry for Vespers on All Souls’ Day.

Fr. Divine offered a brief reflection on praying for the dead, the significance of Purgatory, and the faithful’s call to continual prayer—especially… Read more

]]> 93618c469e2cd27062ae0052cca554cd Công Giáo Thông Tin posted an update in the group Dio Portland in Maine: The Diocese of Portland's first bishop, Bishop David […] https://i-catholic.org/news-feed/p/161344/ Tue, 04 Nov 2025 14:27:21 +0700 The Diocese of Portland’s first bishop, Bishop David Bacon, was remembered during a memorial Mass at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Portland, during which Bishop James Ruggieri blessed Bishop Bacon’s new sarcophagus. Since his passing in 1874, Bishop Bacon was interred in a crypt beneath the cathedral, but with that area no… Read more

]]> aad2fa102af8074c1ed179fbcdcedf3e Công Giáo Thông Tin posted an update in the group Dio Portland in Maine: Congratulations and gratitude to St. Joseph Parish […] https://i-catholic.org/news-feed/p/160889/ Mon, 03 Nov 2025 15:13:00 +0700 Congratulations and gratitude to St. Joseph Parish in Ellsworth for exceeding their Catholic Appeal goal! Through your generosity, you are living and proclaiming the Good News of Jesus Christ, spreading God’s light and love across our parishes, communities and throughout Maine.

]]> 67870f13110c9f841fdbdd196d26157d Công Giáo Thông Tin posted an update in the group Dio Portland in Maine: Thank you to the parishioners of the Parish of […] https://i-catholic.org/news-feed/p/160888/ Mon, 03 Nov 2025 15:11:28 +0700 Thank you to the parishioners of the Parish of the Resurrection of the Lord in Old Town for exceeding their 2025 Catholic Appeal goal! Through your generosity, you are living and proclaiming the Good News of Jesus Christ, spreading God’s light and love across our parishes, communities and throughout Maine.

]]> ddbe82cfc3d9ebf338ab25ecb42839aa Công Giáo Thông Tin posted an update in the group Dio Portland in Maine: Bishop Ruggieri participated in the 40 Days for Life […] https://i-catholic.org/news-feed/p/158871/ Fri, 31 Oct 2025 20:23:02 +0700 Bishop Ruggieri participated in the 40 Days for Life Vigil in Bangor this past week. We thank all those who advocated and prayed for life this October through events, programs, special Masses and more.

]]> ae98bff0868cb3ac6bee8aefca974cbe Công Giáo Thông Tin posted an update in the group Dio Portland in Maine: This morning, Bishop James Ruggieri blessed the […] https://i-catholic.org/news-feed/p/158872/ Fri, 31 Oct 2025 16:38:04 +0700 This morning, Bishop James Ruggieri blessed the unclaimed remains of 28 people. Each year, the diocese honors the dignity of these individuals with an All Souls’ Day burial ceremony at Calvary Cemetery in South Portland, reading each name aloud and praying for the repose of their souls.

“Brothers and sisters, we do not want you to be… Read more

]]> 2f2f7472894c4376db50b5489b3e5516 Công Giáo Thông Tin posted an update in the group Dio Portland in Maine: “Every defense of life, every act of mercy, every prayer […] https://i-catholic.org/news-feed/p/158877/ Fri, 31 Oct 2025 16:05:05 +0700 “Every defense of life, every act of mercy, every prayer for the unborn is a way of saying, ‘My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord.'” – That was Bishop James Ruggieri’s message during a Pro-Life Mass celebrated at Our Lady of Wisdom Church, located at the Newman Center in Orono. The Mass, which concluded with a eucharistic procession… Read more

]]> 3e69d989ee090e18dce92ed151ee093f Công Giáo Thông Tin posted an update in the group Dio Portland in Maine: Yesterday, students at All Saints Catholic School […] https://i-catholic.org/news-feed/p/158532/ Fri, 31 Oct 2025 13:17:49 +0700 Yesterday, students at All Saints Catholic School presented a donation to the Bangor Humane Society (BHS) in honor of St. Francis of Assisi who was known for his love of all of God’s creatures. This culminates a month of learning about the virtue of stewardship and the life of St. Francis of Assisi.

Representatives from the Bangor Humane… Read more

]]> 8d5221d62a6300ea3ca83f57f110109c Công Giáo Thông Tin posted an update in the group Dio Portland in Maine: Here is a special episode of the Maine Catholic Podcast […] https://i-catholic.org/news-feed/p/158211/ Thu, 30 Oct 2025 23:06:08 +0700 Here is a special episode of the Maine Catholic Podcast to close out Respect Life Month. Suzanne Lafreniere, Director of Public Affairs and Pro-Life Liaison for the Diocese of Portland, discussed the work she does to support pro-life efforts in Maine. Suzanne offers practical, actionable advice for Catholic Mainers who want to help build a… Read more

]]> aba389f41139716fa72dc2eba9ca5aa9 Công Giáo Thông Tin posted an update in the group Dio Portland in Maine: Looking for ways to help feed your […] https://i-catholic.org/news-feed/p/158210/ Thu, 30 Oct 2025 16:51:20 +0700 Looking for ways to help feed your community?

Parishes across the state offer community meals, soup kitchens, and food pantries for people of all faiths and also contribute to other initiatives in their towns. To view a list of resources in Maine (this list will continue to be updated),… Read more

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