Today’s decision reaffirms the truth that every life is sacred, and it promotes protection for women and children from the grave injustice of abortion. We welcome the possibility of saving the lives of countless unborn children as well as sparing many women and families from pain. The Diocese of Portland will continue to accompany any woman, regardless of faith, who is experiencing difficulties in pregnancy through our various Catholic agencies in Maine, including pregnancy help centers and parish-based initiatives like Walking with Moms in Need. As well, we will support and assist those who have been involved in an abortion through our Project Rachel program. God is merciful, and it is of paramount importance that people who experience distress grow in understanding of this truth and are guided on a path to emotional and spiritual healing. To learn more about programs and initiatives in the Diocese of Portland and across the country that care for and promote healing for women and families in need, click here.
Twenty-five couples, who have been married for a combined 1,119 years, registered to attend the Silver & Gold Mass, which was celebrated by Bishop Robert Deeley at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church in Windham. Click here for the whole story with pictures from the Mass.
The Catholic Church will celebrate the World Day of Prayer for the Sanctification of Priests on Friday, June 24. Established by Saint John Paul II in 2002, the celebration occurs annually on the Solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. On this day, the Church encourages priests to prayerfully reflect upon the gift of their vocation. To read the full text from the Diocese of Portland click here.