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Dio Maine Cooks: The ‘100’ Cookies

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In this second installment of “Dio Maine Cooks,” we honor St. Martin’s Episcopal Church in Palmyra and the church’s new rector, the Rev. Christopher Warne, who are celebrating their new ministry together today. The slim,...

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Episcopal Church Policies on Gun Safety and Gun Reform

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The Office of Government Relations is tasked with representing official Episcopal Church policies voted on and passed by General Convention or Executive Council, the legislative and governing bodies of the Church. Below is a list...

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Foster Care Advocacy

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The 206th Diocesan Convention on Oct 25, 2025, passed Resolution 1: Foster Care Advocacy in Maine, which encourages the diocese to include prayer for children in foster care this liturgical year, either as a petition...

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Rev. Claudia Smith Delivers News from GC Day Three

https://episcopalmaine.org/day-3-gc80/

General Convention Page Photos Meet the Deputies

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‘A Case for Love’ to be released Oct. 1, 2024 on streaming platforms

https://episcopalmaine.org/resources/a-case-for-love-to-be-released-oct-1-2024-on-streaming-platforms/

“A Case for Love,” a feature-length documentary inspired by Presiding Bishop Michael Curry’s message of love, will be released Oct. 1 on all cable, satellite, and digital platforms where films can be rented or purchased....

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Notice for Church Leaders Preparing 2026 Budgets

https://episcopalmaine.org/resources/notice-for-church-leaders-preparing-2026-budgets/

2026 Compensation Minimums The 206th Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of Maine approved new minimum compensation standards for both lay employees and clergy serving in diocesan congregations and related ministries, effective Jan. 1, 2026. Lay...

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Liturgical Materials for Honoring God in Creation

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From The Episcopal Church Standing Commission on Liturgy and Music Reports to the 78th General Convention: Supplemental Materials  

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Final Words on #GC80 from Mark Spahr, Deputation Chair

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About General Convention Photo Gallery Meet the Deputies

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Responsibilities of Trustees of Diocesan Funds

https://episcopalmaine.org/resources/responsibilities-of-trustees-of-diocesan-funds/

The Trustees of Diocesan Funds, as an entity created by statute, functions independent of the Bishop and the Diocesan Convention. The body is comprised of seven Trustees plus the Bishop. According to the By-Laws of...

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2025 Preconvention Meetings

https://episcopalmaine.org/event/2025-preconvention-meeting-oct-16/

Prepare for Diocesan Convention by Attending One of Two Meetings We’ll hold two preconvention meetings on Zoom in October. Delegates and clergy should plan to attend one of these meetings. This will be an opportunity...