MASS TIMES
126 Maine Ave, Rumford, ME
Sat 4 pm
Sun 9:30 am (also livestreamed)
Weekday Masses
Mon, Thur and Fri 8:15 am
Confessions
Sat 3 pm - 3:45 pm
Sun 8:45 am - 9:15 am
OUR LADY OF THE SNOWS
265 Walker's Mills Rd, Bethel, ME
Tues 8:15 am
Confessions
Sat 5:30 - 5:50 pm
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Upcoming Special Events
Family Fun Night
Friday, Feb. 7, 5:30 - 7:30 pm at the parish hall, 126 Maine Ave
- Children and their families are invited to participate in an evening of fun: potluck, games, video, more!
Mass
Parish Events
- Feb 12 2025 9:00 am - St. A & J open for quiet reflection
- Feb 13 2025 6:30 pm - Bible Class with Sister B - Parish Hall
- Feb 15 2025 4:00 pm - Regular Weekend Mass - Saturdays
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Pastoral Council
Below are recent approved minutes of the Pastoral Council:
EM/Greeter/Lector Schedule
St. Faustina's Diary in a Year
Day 316: Diary Entries 1782-1788
02/12/25 5:00 am
"When I went out to the garden today, the Lord said to me, Return to your room, for I will be waiting for you there." St. Faustina writes. Listen in as Fr. Joseph Roesch, MIC, reads from this modern spiritual classic. To order a copy of the Diary of Saint Maria Faustina Kowalska, visit ShopMercy.org. Support our Ministries here.
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Day 315: Diary Entries 1772-1781
02/11/25 5:00 am
"Jesus said to me, My daughter, have you any difficulties in this retreat? I answered that I hadn’t. In this retreat, my mind is like lightning." St. Faustina writes. Listen in as Fr. Joseph Roesch, MIC, reads from this modern spiritual classic. To order a copy of the Diary of Saint Maria Faustina Kowalska, visit ShopMercy.org. Support our Ministries here.
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Day 314: Diary Entries 1763-1771
02/10/25 5:00 am
"My daughter, consider the rule and the vows which you have offered to Me. You know how highly I value them," St. Faustina writes. Listen in as Fr. Joseph Roesch, MIC, reads from this modern spiritual classic. To order a copy of the Diary of Saint Maria Faustina Kowalska, visit ShopMercy.org. Support our Ministries here.
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Catechism in a Year Podcast (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
Day 43: Creation Is Good (2025)
02/12/25 8:15 am
How does God create? We read today about the reality that God creates an ordered and good world. Moreover, he is continually present in his creation, upholding and sustaining it. We also learn that God grants human beings the dignity of being causes, giving us the incredible power to share in his Divine Providence freely. Finally, Fr. Mike reminds us that because we can participate in God’s plan, our suffering is not meaningless. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 299-308.
This episode has been found to be in conformity with the Catechism by the Institute on the Catechism, under the Subcommittee on the Catechism, USCCB.
Read MoreDay 42: The Work of Creation (2025)
02/11/25 8:15 am
Why did God create? The Catechism today gives us a glimpse into the reason for our existence as we learn about God’s marvelous work of creation. Fr. Mike emphasizes that creation is ultimately a work of the Holy Trinity and a work of love that reveals the glory of God. He also reminds us that creation is not a work of the past; God is constantly forming and breathing new life into our lives and hearts. Today we read Catechism paragraphs 290-298.
This episode has been found to be in conformity with the Catechism by the Institute on the Catechism, under the Subcommittee on the Catechism, USCCB.
Read MoreDay 41: Origins and Ends (2025)
02/10/25 8:15 am
Together with Fr. Mike, we examine some of the different explanations for God’s existence outside of the Catholic understanding, such as Pantheism, Dualism, Manichaeism, and Deism. Fr. Mike explains that while some understanding of man’s origin can be perceived through human reason and the natural world, we also need Revelation, as it answers many questions about creation we could never possibly hope to answer with reason alone. Today's readings are Catechism paragraphs 285-289.
This episode has been found to be in conformity with the Catechism by the Institute on the Catechism, under the Subcommittee on the Catechism, USCCB.
Read MoreBible in a Year Podcast - Fr. Mike Schmitz
Day 43: The Ark of the Covenant (2025)
02/12/25 8:15 am
Fr. Mike provides us with a mental picture of the ark of the covenant and reminds that the small details of worship matter as we read Exodus 25-26, Leviticus 19, and Psalm 119:1-56
For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.
Read MoreDay 42: Moral Laws (2025)
02/11/25 8:15 am
Fr. Mike breaks down the three types of law we find in Leviticus, including moral laws regarding sexuality. Today's readings are Exodus 24, Leviticus 17-18, and Psalm 78.
For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.
Read MoreDay 41: The Day of Atonement (2025)
02/10/25 8:15 am
Fr. Mike reveals the parallels between the day of atonement and the sacrifice of the mass. We learn how the temple worship practices of the old testament foreshadow the worship practices of the Catholic Church. Today's readings are Exodus 23, Leviticus 16, and Psalm 77.
For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.
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