Faith Formation
Ministry with Children & Youth
Welcoming Library Project
The Racial Justice Council in the Episcopal Diocese of Maine has partnered with the Racial Reconciliation Commission in The Episcopal Church in New Hampshire and through a Province I grant, has purchased one traveling Welcoming Library for each diocese. These libraries, curated and created by Portland non-profit I’m Your Neighbor Books, are visiting churches for month-long visits.
The library comes in two boxes and includes 30 books about immigrant and New American experiences, a wooden display, and resources for discussion and prayer. Please email Emily Keniston if you’d like to be put on the list to host Maine’s Welcoming Library!
Upcoming Events
Middle and high school can be a time when young people are asking big questions—feeling curious, wondering about who they are, and exploring what matters in life. Church-sponsored youth events offer a welcoming community where youth can connect with others, talk honestly, and try practices that help build resilience and a sense of purpose. These gatherings are open to everyone in grades 5 through 12—no matter their religious background, health, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, citizenship status, or beliefs. Whether a young person is deeply spiritual, unsure, or simply curious, they’ll find a place where they can show up as they are and be part of a supportive community. Find more youth events here on our calendar.
