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Diocese Working with Government Agencies to Address Current Homelessness Crisis

https://episcopalmaine.org/homeless-crisis-update/

Update February 20, 2023 Jane Field of the Maine Council of Churches and I participated in a call with state officials from the Governor’s office, the Department of Health and Human Services, Portland legislators, the...
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The Best Book Sale

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Clergy Formation Event: “Here I Stand With God”

https://episcopalmaine.org/event/clergy-formation-event-before-the-foundations-of-the-world/

“Here I Stand With God”, with the Rev. Dr. Sam Wells Thursday, November 16, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Online Hosted by the Clergy Formation Committee We are delighted to welcome the Rev. Dr. Sam...
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From Sanctuary to Security: Practical Tools for Faith-Based Safety Planning

https://episcopalmaine.org/event/from-sanctuary-to-security-practical-tools-for-faith-based-safety-planning/

Creating spaces that are both welcoming and secure is one of the most pressing challenges faith communities face today. How can churches, schools, and ministries remain places of hospitality while also preparing for real-world security...
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Sipayik Rally for Clean Drinking Water

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The Passamaquoddy Tribe at Sipayik will hold a Sipayik Rally for Clean Drinking Water in Augusta on April 11th. Sign in at 8 am. After receiving an update from Passamaquoddy leaders, a rally outside the...
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A World Unraveling: A Day with Brian McLaren

https://episcopalmaine.org/event/a-world-unraveling-a-day-with-brian-mclaren/

For twenty-five years, influential author and activist Brian D. McLaren has navigated the complex interplay between religious faith and contemporary culture in our rapidly changing world. His work incorporates valuable insights from philosophers, poets, scientists,...
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Free webinar about benefits available to those experiencing poverty in Maine

https://episcopalmaine.org/event/maine-ofi-webinar/

OFI 101: MaineCare, SNAP, TANF, and more Friday, July 12, 2 p.m. Online The State of Maine DHHS Office for Family Independence (OFI) offers a free, monthly webinar series for a wide variety of social...
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Annual Christmas Fair 2023 – St. Bartholomew, Yarmouth

https://episcopalmaine.org/event/annual-christmas-fair-2023-st-bartholomew-yarmouth/

Annual Christmas Fair at St Bart’s in Yarmouth will be held on December 2nd from 9 AM to 2 PM. Have fun gift shopping for terrific offerings of Gourmet frozen foods, Baked goods and jams,...
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St. Mary’s Sparkles Christmas Fair

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Our curated fair features: our bake sale, food gifts including homemade pickles and preserves, antiques, collectibles, fresh wreaths and boxwood trees!
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Webinar: History and Contemporary Realities of Black Communities in Maine

https://episcopalmaine.org/event/webinar-history-and-contemporary-realities-of-black-communities-in-maine/

Participants will learn about the history of slavery and racism in Maine, including the role of eugenics and the term Vacationland. Presenters will talk about our shared ancestry and how slavery has impacted the way...