You read about Maine parishioners offering a helping hand. You heard the song. Now, cook the stew.
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Maine faith leaders prepare for more ICE enforcement
Some churches have marked private areas and leaders say they are taking extra precautions as federal immigration enforcement increases in Greater Portland.
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For these Maine churches, the story of Christmas and immigrants’ reality tell a similar tale
As congregations count down the days of Advent, the story of Christ’s birth and Joseph and Mary’s flight to another country for safety has prompted church leaders to draw some parallels this year.
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How a Maine couple gave their $1.3 million retirement savings to bitcoin scammers
Larry and Barbara Cook are risking public embarrassment to spare others from a similar trauma. In the process, they’re helping to rewrite federal and state income tax laws related to fraud losses.
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Lightning damages church steeple in Minot
Center Minot Hill Church steeple was struck and severely damaged during Saturday’s storm.
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After-Mass healing ministry begins at Lewiston’s Holy Cross Church
This ministry is not restricted to parishioners; all faith communities are welcome.
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Belfast church suing University of Maine System over rescinded bid to purchase Hutchinson Center
The University of Maine had chosen to sell its former Belfast campus to Calvary Chapel Belfast in August, but rescinded the offer after complaints from the community about the bidding process.
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Former Norway resident remembers East Stoneham church
The East Stoneham Congregational Church held its last service in August.
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Reverend at Norway church is spreading hope
The Christian faith is about unconditional love, Bartlett believes, and should be absolutely inclusive. “I mean look at Jesus, he hung out with everyone with zero expectation,” she wrote.
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St. Rose of Lima Priest tells of his visit to Israel
Reverend Paul Dumais, Priest at St. Rose of Lima Church and St. Joseph Church discusses his recent trip to Israel.