Blog Post

Ecumenical Youth Service Corps Builds Connection for Portland-Area Teens

https://episcopalmaine.org/ecumenical-youth-service-corps-builds-connection-for-portland-area-teens/

The cheerful flyer with colorful graphics of winter hats, socks, and mittens invited Portland-area youth to spend an afternoon with the Youth Service Corps (YSC), shopping for warm accessories at Marden’s, followed by a visit...

Event

Youth Formation in Maine Discussion and Lunch

https://episcopalmaine.org/event/youth-formation-in-maine-discussion-and-lunch/

You are invited to join a group of colleagues for a discussion about Episcopal youth formation in Maine—what we’re doing, what we need, and how we might support each other. This will be an open-ended...

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Definitions of Operating and Non-Operating Revenues and Expenses

https://episcopalmaine.org/resources/definitions-of-operating-and-non-operating-revenues-and-expenses/

General Description of Operating Revenues and Expenses All funds, from whatever source, that are used for the general operation of the congregation are operating revenues. The general operation of the congregation includes—but is not limited...

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Waves of Gratitude: A Vacation Bible School Program created by the United Thank Offering

https://episcopalmaine.org/resources/waves-of-gratitude-a-vacation-bible-school-program-created-by-the-united-thank-offering/

Planning Vacation Bible School this summer? Don’t forget that UTO has a free program for congregations to use called “Waves of Gratitude.” Learn more (or download the resources) using the link here.

Event

Deacons Zoom Gathering

https://episcopalmaine.org/event/deacons-zoom-gathering-2/

At our March 21 meeting, we agreed that the topic of deacon stipends and related benefits through the Church Pension Fund required more discussion, and that it needed to be sooner than our quarterly Zooms....

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UTO Formation Materials Order Form for Late Spring/Early Summer

https://episcopalmaine.org/resources/uto-formation-materials-order-form-for-late-spring-early-summer/

Looking for formation materials? UTO is now taking orders for spring/summer materials. Follow the link to order your kits by April 10, 2025 for shipping by April 28, 2025. These materials focus on gratitude for...

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Diocesan Hunger Initiative

https://episcopalmaine.org/resources/diocesan-hunger-initiative/

The Diocesan Hunger Initiative. through contributions from individuals and parishes, finds ways to share the message of our faith in action with the larger community, giving people the nourishment and encouragement needed to make it through difficult times. 

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Retired Clergy

https://episcopalmaine.org/resources/retired-clergy/

The Retired Clergy Community in Maine connects regularly via Zoom, Facebook, and newsletter.

Blog Post

Take Action to Support Our Refugee and Immigrant Neighbors

https://episcopalmaine.org/take-action-to-support-our-refugee-and-immigrant-neighbors/

On January 21, 2025, the Trump administration signed a range of executive Borders that will profoundly impact immigration in the U.S. and put the lives of hundreds of thousands of vulnerable people at risk. Read...

Event

Invitation for Province I Deacons to Check-In Online

https://episcopalmaine.org/event/invitation-for-province-i-deacons-to-check-in-online/

Meet with your fellow deacons of Province I on Oct. 8 at 7 p.m. online. Let’s share and hear what all of us are up to specifically around the social and emotional health of children...