Ordinary Time

3 Ideas to Help Families and Communities Foster Meaningful Connections in Summer

In an age of increasing individualism, connection is more important than ever. Our faith reminds us that we were created for …

The Season of Creation is a time that communities across Catholic, Orthodox, and Protestant denominations observe from September …

Ordinary Time is expansive. This year it lasts from June 8 to November 30. This makes Ordinary Time a perfect season to dig out …

In February 2021, the Diocese of Maine Climate Justice Council met for the first time. The council, consisting of nine lay and …

Summer can be a great time to dive into a book or two (or more!). If you want to do some summer reading and would like to add a …

As the daylight creeps longer and trees begin to blossom, I put away our boots and mittens for (hopefully) a few months and dig …

Many churches offer a Blessing of the Animals in honor of the Feast of St. Francis, on or near October 4th. We bless our pets …

For the last two and a half years my congregation has been putting together seasonal “faith-at-home” bags to support and equip …

Last year, when we didn’t feel comfortable hosting people inside our buildings yet, we looked for a totally-outdoor Vacation Bible …

I am flattened by how helpless I have felt by the isolation and suffering uncovered, highlighted, and underscored in these past …