MASS TIMES
126 Maine Ave, Rumford, ME
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265 Walker's Mills Rd, Bethel, ME
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Confessions
Sat 5:30 - 5:50 pm
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Knights of Columbus Scholarship
Below you will find links to the application and instructions for the 2024 Knights of Columbus scholarship.
Deadline is May 1, 2024.
Mass
Parish Events
- May 21 2024 6:00 pm - Tuesdays with Thelma - Potluck
- May 22 2024 11:00 am - Men's Holy Moments
- May 23 2024 6:30 pm - Bible Class with Sister B - Parish Hall
EM/Greeter/Lector Schedule
DAUGHTERS OF ISABELLA JUDY COLLETTE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Below are the links to the instruction letter and application for the 2024 Daughters of Isabella Judy Collette Memorial scholarship. Deadline for application is May 10.
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St. Faustina's Diary in a Year
Day 47: Diary Entries 160-161
05/19/24 4:00 am
"The crusade day, which is the fifth of the month, happened to fall on the First Friday of the month. This was my day for keeping watch before the Lord Jesus," 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.
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Day 46: Diary Entries 155-159
05/18/24 4:00 am
"It has happened to me for some time now that I immediately sense in my soul when someone is praying for me; and I likewise sense it in my soul when some soul asks me for prayer," 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.
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Day 45: Diary Entries 151-154
05/17/24 4:00 am
"Once, when I was in the kitchen with Sister, she got a little upset with me and, as a punishment, ordered me to sit on the table while she herself continued to work hard," 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.
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Catechism in a Year Podcast (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
Day 140: Purgatory and Hell (2024)
05/19/24 7:15 am
Why do purgatory and hell exist? The Catechism teaches us today about the existence and the meaning of purgatory and hell. We learn that purgatory is a transitional state of purification while hell is the state of permanent separation from God. Fr. Mike reminds us that nobody drifts into heaven because “we cannot be united to God unless we freely choose to love him.” Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 1030-1037.
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 139: I Believe in Life Everlasting (2024)
05/18/24 7:15 am
Together, with Fr. Mike, we explore what happens to us at and after the moment of our death. We examine the importance of understanding that the Christian, who unites his death with Christ Jesus, takes a step towards Christ in everlasting life. Fr. Mike emphasizes that we have an active choice in our journey to our Father in heaven. We should not simply desire Heaven, but actively choose it. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 1020-1029.
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 138: Summary of the Resurrection of the Body (2024)
05/17/24 7:15 am
Together, with Fr. Mike, we arrive at the “nugget day” or summary for the Catechism paragraphs on the Resurrection and the Christian vision of death. Fr. Mike emphasizes that in the face of death, we must not grieve as though we have no hope. He also points out the importance of preparing for the hour of our death. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 1012-1019.
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 140: David's Prayer of Thanksgiving (2024)
05/19/24 7:15 am
Fr. Mike reflects on the significance behind David's prayer of thanksgiving at the end of his life. There's something so moving about David's gratitude with God as he acknowledges his brokenness and victories throughout his life. Today's readings are 2 Samuel 22, 1 Chronicles 28, and Psalm 42.
For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.
Read MoreDay 139: Reparation to the Gibeonites (2024)
05/18/24 7:15 am
In today's readings, Fr. Mike highlights David's humility in two instances: when David asked the Gibeonites how he could repair their relationship after they had been mistreated by Saul, and when David takes a step back from battle. He also explains the role of the gatekeepers as people who would be responsible for guarding the doors to the Temple. The readings are 2 Samuel 21, 1 Chronicles 26, and Psalm 40.
For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.
Read MoreDay 138: The Effect of Sin on Others (2024)
05/17/24 7:15 am
Fr. Mike points out how violence begets violence in the reading from 2 Samuel, and shows us how the sins we commit extend much further than ourselves. We also read about the Temple musicians in 1 Chronicles, we hear Psalm 39, written by one of those musicians, Jeduthun. Today's reading are 2 Samuel 20, 1 Chronicles 25, and Psalm 39.
For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.
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