Caring for Loved Ones with Dementia Tuesday, May 21, 1:30 p.m. You are invited to an upcoming presentation at St. Bartholomew’s Church in Yarmouth. Over 11 million Americans provide on-going care for loved ones with...
The diocese is a member of TENS (The Episcopal Network for Stewardship), an association of church leaders, both lay and ordained, “who are committed to living generously and helping others live lives of generosity.” Most...
Dismantling Racism training seeks to increase “racial understanding, healing and reconciliation.” It is offered several times throughout the year and is required for all parish clergy and all lay leaders, including vestry members. Trainings are...
Serving on a vestry is an important ministry for the health and well-being of a church. It can bring with it questions and challenges, as well as rewards. The Diocese of Maine wants to help helps wardens and vestries find resources necessary to fulfill their responsibilities. Wardens and vestries are also encouraged to share ideas and to help one another.
The Episcopal Diocese of Maine is committed to the prevention of abuse of all forms. We want to help the church to be a safe place and believe that requiring safe church training is one aspect of honoring our baptismal vows to “respect the dignity of every human being.”
Save the Date: Public Hearing and Resolution Forum September 29, 2022 7:00 pm Online via Zoom – Find details in the Clergy and Lay Leaders Newsletter or email [email protected] We are excited to announce a...
Cybersecurity Information & Resources From the Episcopal Diocese of Maine’s Weekly News for Clergy and Lay Leaders, various dates Phishing in churches Please beware of email and text “phishing” in Maine churches. Fraudulent email and...
In response to the recent tragic bus accident affecting our community, Saint Peter’s Episcopal Church will host a Trauma Response Wellness Clinic to provide comfort, support, and gentle healing for those impacted. Licensed Acupuncturists and...
Canon 13 Of the Standing Committee Section 1. The Standing Committee shall at its first meeting choose a Chair and a Secretary, either Clerical or Lay. The Secretary shall record all proceedings in a book provided...
This conversation will delve into The Episcopal Church’s work to confront its complicity in the Native American boarding school system. Experts will share updates on archival investigations, oral histories, and the development of educational, pastoral,...