There will be a “Big Raffle” even though there will not be a Christmas Craft Fair. We in need of 3 prizes for this raffle. In the past, 3 parishioners have been generous in donating; Pleas think about whether you can donate something to help make this a success! The proceeds will be used to fund the Community Meals. Call either Jane Clinton at 924-5398 or Rheba Michaud at 564-7494 to let them know what you can give to them for the raffle. Please contact them by the end of November. Thank you all!
Presented by the Ignation Spirtuality Partnership of Maine, this retreat aims to offer a blueprint for prayer to help you discern God's presence in your life. [click title to read more]
Our Lady of the Snows has reached 77% of its goal and St. Agnes has reached 57% of its goal. Thank you to all that have participated thus far. If you have not already done so please prayerfully consider your gift to the Catholic Appeal and give generously.
As we struggle through this time of the COVID-19 crisis, please know we are here to help those that find themselves in need of assistance. Whether it be picking up food, rides to necessary appointments, simple household repairs, or whatever it may be. We have various people and groups within our parish that would like to help out. If you find yourself in need of assistance, please contact the parish office at 924-7104 and we will get you in touch with someone that can help!
Our Lady of the Snows and St. Agnes parishes are preparing for the first weekend of June and more information will be forthcoming at the livestream Masses and on Flocknote, Facebook and our web page. I would ask for your patience as we move forward. Thank you and God bless, Fr. Rob
Effective Monday, June 1, the Diocese of Portland is allowing Maine churches to hold public Masses with restrictions and safeguards in place. See the diocesan press release for more information
Many parishes in the area are offering drive-through confessions. Please visit https://portlanddiocese.org/drive-through-confessions for the most current listing
Click on the headline to go to the Portland Diocese resource page. The resource list will be continually updated as parishes, events, and faith opportunities are added.
Formed.org is offering their entire Catholic media catalog free for 40 days(!) for Catholic families. This is an awesome resource for families. Tons of great Catholic movies, educational programs and other materials for all ages! visit https://formed.org/faithathome to sign up!
We are excited to announce that for the rest of Lent, our parish is providing access to the Word on Fire digital library. These films and videos feature Bishop Robert Barron who has been hailed as “one of the Church’s greatest messengers" and is the second most-followed Catholic in the world on social media (behind only Pope Francis.) You now have access to the entire Word on Fire digital video library. You can watch any of Bishop Barron's films or study programs whenever you want, on any device!
In an effort to help individuals and families find resources for spiritual growth during the COVID-19 crisis, the Diocese of Portland’s Office of Lifelong Faith Formation is offering a website with resources and links to help channel time and energy in positive ways while adjusting to more time at home. The website is entitled “Pray, Learn, Connect from Home” and can be found at www.portlanddiocese.org/olff/covid19-home. It offers ways and resources to maintain a fulfilling prayer life despite the temporary suspension of Masses and many in-person, parish activities; links to past and present parish bulletins; materials that help feed both spirit and mind with faith; and suggestions on how to connect with the community. The resources and materials will be updated frequently.
Bishop Robert P. Deeley is temporarily suspending all public daily and Sunday Masses and religious services throughout the Diocese of Portland (covering the entire state of Maine), effective immediately. The bishop is also issuing a dispensation from the obligation to attend Mass for Maine Catholics during this time. Fr Rob will still be celebrating daily Mass privately, and parishioners can call the office to schedule Mass intentions as usual, which he will pray for. Parishioners are encouraged to view online Masses and pray the usual Liturgy Prayers and responses of the faithful, as the priest says Mass online, with the intention of praying for the end of this health crisis.