Students at St. Michael School in Augusta are engaged in a new hobby during National Catholic Schools Week (Jan. 27-Feb. 2): hunting for aluminum can tabs.

WASHINGTON, D.C.---Over 50 high school youths and accompanying adults joined Bishop Robert P. Deeley in participating in the 2019 March for Life on Friday, January 18, in Washington, D.C.

On Monday, we will pause to honor the memory of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., who would have celebrated his 90th birthday this week. In word and in action, he taught us about the need for equality and inspired millions with his faith-driven compassion, leaving a legacy that continues to shine light into our world over 50 years after his death.

For over 40 years, members of Knights of Columbus councils throughout Maine have headed to churches, community centers, and other locations carrying cases of Tootsie Rolls they hope to turn into money for organizations helping people with intellectual and learning disabilities.

Over 50 high school youths and accompanying adults will join Bishop Robert P. Deeley on a diocesan pilgrimage to the 2019 March for Life on Friday, January 18, in Washington, D.C. The pilgrimage is sponsored by the Diocese of Portland’s Office of Lifelong Faith Formation.