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Timeline of Ordination to the Diaconate

https://episcopalmaine.org/resources/timeline-of-ordination-to-the-diaconate/

Please see Commission on Ministry for more information.
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Episcopal Network for Stewardship (TENS)

https://episcopalmaine.org/resources/episcopal-network-for-stewardship-tens/

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...
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Planning for the Season of Creation, a Webinar

https://episcopalmaine.org/event/planning-for-the-season-of-creation-a-webinar/

Would you like to start or expand your celebration of the Season of Creation, but looking for support? In this webinar Rev. John Lein, rector of St. Aidan’s, Machias, will discuss the Celebration Guide for...
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Interfaith Security Summit

https://episcopalmaine.org/event/interfaith-security-summit/

This is a free, community-focused event designed for all types of faith-based organizations in Maine to strengthen safety, preparedness, and resilience. Clergy, lay leaders, nonprofit staff, security volunteers, and anyone responsible for safety at houses of...
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Prayer for a Church Convention

https://episcopalmaine.org/resources/prayer-for-convention/

We pray for the convention’s work supporting diocesan mission and ministry using "For a Church Convention" from the BCP.
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Sacred Writings in Darkness

https://episcopalmaine.org/event/sacred-writings-in-darkness/

Poets Shana Rose, a parishioner at St. Luke’s, and Julia Baker, chaplain at Mercy Hospital and parishioner at St. Alban’s, Cape Elizabeth, are hosting a new ecumenical ministry at St. Luke’s Cathedral. “Sacred Writings in Darkness,” will be...
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Basecamp Learning Sessions for Diocesan Leaders

https://episcopalmaine.org/event/basecamp-learning-sessions-for-diocesan-leaders/2025-01-29/

Are you part of a committee, governing body, or ministry that uses the project management platform Basecamp? If you would like to learn how to use this tool, please join Director of Engagement Teresa Pinney will...
Blog Post

Episcopal Clergy and Lay People Fight Anti-Trans Legislation at the State House

https://episcopalmaine.org/fight-anti-trans-legislation/

Update June 16, 2025: The Maine legislature has defeated all eight of the anti-transgender bills! The Episcopal Church has taken an unequivocal and strong position in support of trans, non-binary, and two-spirit people. We have...
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Prophets, Saints, and Kings: Resisting Christian Nationalism and Building the Beloved Community with King and Bonhoeffer

https://episcopalmaine.org/event/prophets-saints-and-kings-resisting-christian-nationalism-and-building-the-beloved-community-with-king-and-bonhoeffer/

All are invited to Nativity Lutheran Church for the livestream of a morning with internationally renowned Bonhoeffer scholars, Dr. Stephen Haynes and Dr. Reggie Williams. On MLK weekend, participants will learn about the intersecting legacies...
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Rev. Tom Mousin Retirement, April 12, 2026

https://episcopalmaine.org/rev-tom-mousin-retirement-april-12-2026/

On April 12, the congregation of St. Peter’s in Portland celebrated the ministry of the Rev. Tom Mousin, who served as priest in charge for five years. Mousin, who is retiring, was an elementary school...