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
Publications
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.
Pastoral Council
Below are the approved minutes of the Pastoral Council:
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St. Faustina's Diary in a Year
Day 49: Diary Entries 164-167
05/21/24 4:00 am
"When I learned I was to go for probation, my heart beat with joy at the thought of such an immense grace, that of the perpetual vows," 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.
Read MoreDay 48: Diary Entries 162-163
05/20/24 4:00 am
"O Most Holy Trinity! As many times as I breathe, as many times as my heart beats, as many times as my blood pulsates through my body, so many thousand times do I want to glorify Your mercy," 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 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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Catechism in a Year Podcast (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
Day 142: The New Heaven and the New Earth (2024)
05/21/24 7:15 am
What will happen to humanity and the entire universe at the end of time? Fr. Mike shares with us the joyous hope of the new heaven and the new earth that awaits us after the Last Judgment. We learn that “at the end of time, the Kingdom of God will come in its fullness,” and all of creation will be redeemed and renewed. There will be no more weeping, mourning, nor pain, for death shall be no more. Fr. Mike invites us to hold on to this hope as we struggle on this side of heaven and await this great promise. Today’s Catechism readings are paragraphs 1042-1050.
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 141: The Last Judgment (2024)
05/20/24 7:15 am
We delve into the cosmic event that will take place at the end of time known as the Last Judgment. Fr. Mike explains the difference between the Last Judgment and our particular judgment at the time of our death. We learn that the Last Judgment will reveal the consequences of all our actions and how God’s justice triumphs over all the injustices we’ve committed and suffered. Fr. Mike emphasizes that the message of the Last Judgment is ultimately one of hope and conversion. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 1038-1041.
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 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 MoreBible in a Year Podcast - Fr. Mike Schmitz
Day 142: Whole and Joyful Hearts (2024)
05/21/24 7:15 am
Fr. Mike uses the readings today to ask the question, how can we love the Lord joyfully, and with our whole hearts? In scripture today we see David succeed in this, while his son Solomon is divided in his love of God. Fr. Mike also explains why David was seeking his own power when taking the census in 2 Samuel, and how he fell subject to the evil one's tempting. Today's readings are 2 Samuel 24, 1 Chronicles 29, and Psalm 30.
For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.
Read MoreDay 141: The Life of David (2024)
05/20/24 7:15 am
Fr. Mike touches on one of his favorite bible stories about David's mighty men and discusses his attitude in old age. At the end of his life, David chooses not to dwell on his mistakes, but to recognize the people around him and the blessings he received, which helped him accomplish what God was calling him to do. Today's readings are 2 Samuel 23, 1 Chronicles 28, and Psalm 42.
For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.
Read MoreDay 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.
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