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The Ministry of Showing Up

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The Rev. Peter Jenks reflects on his long tenure in Thomaston When he retires from the Episcopal Church of St. John Baptist in Thomaston on Sept. 29, Rev. Peter Jenks will leave a legacy that...
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Litany for Gun Violence

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A Litany in the Aftermath of Gun Violence  by the Rt. Rev. Stephen T. Lane, Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Maine Giver of Life and Love, you created all people as one family and...
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For Earth Day, Honor the Wabanaki’s Response to the Climate Crisis

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How should parishes celebrate Earth Day (April 22) and Earth Week (April 17-23) this year? The Diocese of Maine’s Creation Care Team suggests that we look to the Wabanaki experience as they respond to the...
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Diocesan Earth Keepers’ Hold First-ever Retreat

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On the weekend of September 13 and 14, twelve Earth Keepers from eight parishes met for a retreat at Camp Bishopswood, coinciding with the Summer Finale. Admirably organized by the Rev. Dr. Jenny Reece, the...
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Ascension Day Call to the 207th Annual Convention, May 14, 2026

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Hello church.  Happy Ascension Day! This is a grand, grand day in the church. We celebrate Jesus fulfilling his ultimate destiny—foretold in scripture and by himself— that following his crucifixion and resurrection he would leave...
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Maliseet Ambassador presentation at Church of the Good Shepherd

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Church of the Good Shepherd, Houlton invited community members to learn more about the history of the Maliseet people in Aroostook County. Ambassador Osihkiyol (Zeke) Crofton-Macdonald spoke on his personal experiences and his historical research,...
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Staff to Contact by Topic

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Please don’t hesitate to be in touch with diocesan staff with any questions, concerns, or requests. Reach any of us by phone by dialing 207-772-1953 and then “2” for a staff directory of extensions. Not...
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Season of Creation in the Episcopal Diocese of Maine

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“Each year from September 1 to October 4, the Christian family unites for this worldwide celebration of prayer and action to protect our common home. It is a special season where we celebrate God as...
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Faith, Values, and The 2024 Election

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Sermon delivered at Christ Church, Gardiner October 27, 2024 Good morning. My name is John Hennessy. I am the public policy director of the Diocese of Maine and the co-chair of the public policy committee...
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Praying with Creation: Province 1 EcoRegion Daily Devotions

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The purpose of these daily devotions is to open our eyes to some of the “created ones” with whom we share common ground, to awaken our hearts to their needs, and to take new steps toward...