The Commission on Ministry (COM) assists the bishop in developing, recruiting, forming, and assessing those called to ministry in the church. Their work encompasses those called to lay or ordained ministry.
By the Grace of God and with the consent of the people The Rt. Rev. Thomas J. Brown, Tenth Bishop of Maine will ordain Andree Appel to the Diaconate in Christ’s one holy catholic and...
Let’s gather to renew our promises of baptism (for lay persons), and ordination vows (for ordained persons) at Good Shepherd in Rangeley. The Church of the Good Shepherd has ample space for us, windows and...
In celebration of the 50th anniversary of women’s ordination to the priesthood in the Episcopal Church, the compelling new documentary “The Philadelphia Eleven” will have a limited theatrical release in 11 selected cities—including Portland. The...
All matters of clergy misconduct will be reported to an intake officer for the diocese. Matters might then be resolved through pastoral care, mediation, an agreement with the bishop, an investigation or any combination of these. An investigation may result in formal mediation, and, if necessary, a hearing.
The Joint Standing Committee on Nominations invites members from across The Episcopal Church to apply for the churchwide roles listed below. The deadline to apply is April 15. Elections will take place at the 81st...
Spring Training 2022 – Featuring a Conversation with the Bishops of Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont Saturday, May 14 9 am -12 pm Online via Zoom Join us for a morning of conversation, prayer, and learning. Participants can...
Episcopal Diocese of Maine’s Annual Chrism Eucharist with Renewal of Vows and Blessing of Holy Chrism Fifth Tuesday of Lent All are invited to join us for Chrism Mass on Tuesday, April 8, 2025. Time...
On May 13, National Mothers Day of Action, our Maine Chapter of the Episcopal Peace Fellowship and MOM’s Demand Action invite you to join them in Portland’s Monument Square from 3-4 p.m. Bring your homemade...
