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
Staff
Fr. Aaron Damboise
Pastor
Publications
Upcoming Special Events
New Year/Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God
Dec 31: 6 p.m. Vigil Mass at SSt. A & J, Rumford
January 1: 9:30 a.m. Mass at St. A & J, Rumford
6 p.m. Mass at OLS, Bethel
Family Fun Night
Friday, Jan. 3, 5:30 - 7:30 pm at the parish hall, 126 Maine Ave
- Children and their families are invited to participate in some Epiphany fun: potluck, games, video, prizes!
Mass
Parish Events
- Jan 16 2025 6:30 pm - Bible Class with Sister B - Parish Hall
- Jan 18 2025 4:00 pm - Regular Weekend Mass - Saturdays
- Jan 18 2025 6:00 pm - Bethel - Regular Weekend Mass - Saturdays
Finance Council
Pastoral Council
Below are the approved minutes of the Pastoral Council:
EM/Greeter/Lector Schedule
St. Faustina's Diary in a Year
Day 285: Diary Entries 1596-1603
01/12/25 5:00 am
"I saw Father A. [Andrasz’s] surprise at my actions, but all that is for the glory of God. Oh, how great is Your grace, O Lord," St. Faustina writes. To order a copy of the Diary of Saint Maria Faustina Kowalska, visit ShopMercy.org. Support our Ministries here.
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Day 284: Diary Entries 1589-1595
01/11/25 5:00 am
"I do not know, O Lord, at what hour You will come. And so I keep constant watch and listen As Your chosen bride," 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 283: Diary Entries 1583-1588
01/10/25 5:00 am
"As I write this, I hear Satan grinding his teeth. He can not stand God’s mercy, and keeps banging things in my cell." St. Faustina writes. 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 12: Receiving Dogmas (2025)
01/12/25 8:15 am
How do we come to accept the binding truths of the Faith? Fr. Mike explains how the dogmas of the Faith are boundaries designed to help us know God and ourselves accurately. He invites us to see these boundaries as lights along our path that enable us to love God and fully do his will. If we can understand that these dogmas are guided by love, we can come to receive them as gifts for the salvation of our souls. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 88-95.
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 11: Sources of Divine Revelation (2025)
01/11/25 8:15 am
Fr. Mike breaks down the Catechism’s teaching that divine revelation consists of both Sacred Scripture and Sacred Tradition and emphasizes why both sources are of equal importance in the Faith. He also clarifies the difference between Apostolic Tradition and ecclesial traditions. Lastly, Fr. Mike encourages us to receive with docility the teachings and directives of the Magisterium of the Church, trusting in the authority of the Pope and the bishops. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 80-87.
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 10: The Apostolic Tradition (2025)
01/10/25 8:15 am
The Gospel was handed on in two ways — orally and in writing. Both Scripture and Tradition are sources of Divine Revelation. Fr. Mike describes how the first apostles left bishops as their successors, passing down to them their teaching authority, and this apostolic succession is preserved until the end of time. The passing on of the Faith isn’t something reserved for bishops but something we are all called to participate in. Through the Holy Spirit, God’s Word is present and active in the Church today. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 74-79.
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 12: Isaac and Rebekah (2025)
01/12/25 8:15 am
Today, we read about the story of Isaac and Rebekah's marriage, and Fr. Mike reflects on God's constant providence in our lives, even when we don't see it. Today's readings are Genesis 24, Job 13-14, and Proverbs 2:16-19.
For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.
Read MoreDay 11: The Sacrifice of Isaac (2025)
01/11/25 8:15 am
Fr. Mike explains the significance behind the sacrifice of Isaac, and why God chose to test Abraham as he reads Genesis 22-23, Job 11-12, and Proverbs 2:9-15.
For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.
Read MoreDay 10: Hagar and Ishmael (2025)
01/10/25 8:15 am
Fr. Mike reads Genesis 20-21, Job 9-10, and Proverbs 2:6-8 and shows us how we can strive for holiness, even in the midst of sin and suffering.
For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.
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