Due to popular demand, viewings of Love and Mercy: Faustina will be offered in many Maine and New Hampshire theaters on Monday, December 2, and Tuesday, December 10 (locations below). All showings will begin at 7 p.m. and tickets are $10.75. This incredible true story of St. Faustina and the message of Divine Mercy has received positive reviews around the country.

On Monday, November 25, a positive lesson can be found in a sprawling scene of service inside the gymnasium at St. Michael School, located on 56 Sewall Street.

Through presentations, prayer, Mass, time for reflection, and small group faith sharing, the retreat is intended to help teens recognize their true identities in Christ, to help them come to a deeper understanding of who God is and how he is present in their lives, and to strengthen their relationship with him.

Bishop Deeley is currently wrapping up an “ad limina apostolorum” visit to Pope Francis at the Vatican. All bishops are required to travel to Rome to visit with the Holy Father and report on the state of their dioceses as well as make a pilgrimage to “the threshold of the apostles,” giving the bishops, who are the successors of the apostles, the opportunity to pray at the tombs of St. Peter and St. Paul.

The encouragement and formation of vocations in the Church is the task of all of us. We cannot depend on others to meet our needs. Families, communities, and parishes must help our young people to hear the call that God gives to serve the Church.