Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion for those who serve at mass & those who bring to the Homebound. There will be a ​meeting with Fr. Luc. Date: September 29, 2026 Time: 6:00 PM Where: St. Louis Church For more information please call the parish office at 834-5656.

An extraordinary minister of Holy Communion is needed to bring Communion to Crosswinds after Mass on Sundays. If interested, please call Ruth Roy: 834-5656.

LAINEY GRACE SOUCY, daughter of Michael Alan & Morgan Marie (Granger) Soucy--St. Mary (8/16/26)

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Saint Bernard of Clairvaux | Catholic Saints Who was St. Bernard of Clairvaux? In this FORMED Now episode, Dr. Ben Akers is joined by Dr. John Sehorn to discuss this great saint and Doctor of the Church. https://app.formed.org/app/videos/1040855/ The Queen Mother | Lectio: Mary | Episode 4 Mary serves as our Queen Mother. What does that mean? Join Dr. Brant Pitre as he explores the scriptural roots of this title. https://app.formed.org/app/videos/617741/ Pope Saint Pius X | Catholic Saints Join Dr. Ben Akers with Lucas Pollice as they discuss the life of Pope St. Pius X and his work to restore all things in Christ. ​https://app.formed.org/app/videos/1044253/

As we enter the beautiful month of October, we are given two special observances in the life of the Church: Respect Life Month & the Month of the Holy Rosary. Throughout October.

We will join with cities and countries around the world in a massive effort to clean up our planet. In addition to looking ugly, litter pollutes the soil and water, and can harm wildlife and pets. It is profoundly disrespectful to Creation and our Creator. We must do better.

To study the Word of God (Holy Scriptures) Starting Sept. 4 6PM @ rectory office conference room. By Msgr. Labrie

EDWINA MARZANO... ULYSSES MICHAUD JR...

PARKER JIM SOUCY, son of Christopher Robin & Kora Lynn (Lebel) Soucy--St. Mary’s (7/26/26)

Triumph of the Heart In the harrowing confines of Auschwitz’s starvation cell, Catholic priest St. Maximilian Kolbe volunteers to die in place of another prisoner, joining nine others condemned by the Nazis. The New Eve | Lectio: Mary | Episode 1 The Book of Genesis begins with the story of Adam and Eve, whose sin of disobedience breaks their relationship with God. God does not abandon his people, but gradually prepares them for the coming of his Son, Jesus Christ. Jesus, the promised “seed” of Genesis 3:15 is the “New Adam,” and his mother, the promised “woman,” is the “New Eve.” Clare and Francis This outstanding movie is unique among films about St. Francis because of the historical accuracy of the story and its authentic spirit of joy and piety so characteristic of Francis, as well as the major role played by Clare. Both founded major religious orders, and together they inspired many to follow their radical call to live the Gospel.

PHYLLIS JANDREAU--Fort Kent (1933-2026)

Students, Teachers & School Staff come for a Blessing to begin the school year with a relationship with Jesus! August 30, 2026, at 9:00 AM at St. Louis Church.

I am truly saddened by the recent death of Johan Sebastián Durán Guerrero in Biddeford. The diocesan community and I have prayed for the repose of his soul, for the consolation of his family, and for all those affected by the tragic and confusing circumstances of his death, including the law enforcement officers involved. Following Mr. Durán Guerrero’s death, I have received different requests concerning how I should respond. These requests and reactions have led me to reflect on a deeper issue: our society’s increasingly fragmented understanding of the dignity of the human person. At this moment in our history, I feel that Maine must undertake a serious examination of its collective conscience. We must also recognize that radical secularism, by removing God and the transcendent dimension of the human person from our public conversation about human dignity, threatens our common well-being. We need not surrender to division, indifference, or despair. Despite our societal problems, conversion of heart remains both possible and necessary if we are to recover a more consistent and humane respect for every human life.

The Transfiguration | Sacred Art Dr. Ben Akers and Taylor Kemp sit down with Raffaello Sanzio's painting, "The Transfiguration," to discuss its theological meaning and how it can speak to us today. The Curé of Ars: St. John Vianney The Church investigates the life of the Curé of Ars to see if he should become a saint. Will the evidence of his holiness pass the test? St. Alphonsus Liguori | Catholic Saints Born to a noble Italian family and known as the “Prince of Moral Theologians”, St. Alphonsus Liguori was a great preacher, lawyer, bishop, theologian, and Doctor of the Church. In this episode of Catholic Saints, Augustine Institute professors Dr. Sean Innerst and Dr. Ben Akers discuss this holy man, drawing wisdom from his life and works to aid Catholics today.

Dear Faithful of the Diocese of Portland, I am writing today to share an update on an important matter affecting our diocesan community. While this situation involves legal developments, it also involves deep personal pain.

We thank everyone who donated items for our recent BACKPACK BASH COLLECTION. We received beautiful backpacks and many valuable supplies. Our items were brought to the ACAP office in Presque Isle, where they will be filled with all the needed items and returned to the Fort Kent office, ready for our students. Thank you for helping our youth get ready for a successful school year!

Middle school & high school youth ministry will start meeting on Sept. 8 @ 6pm in the St. Louis Youth Room & will meet every Tues. thereafter.

Aug 27, Sept 3, Oct 1, Nov 5, Jan 7, Feb 4 & Mar 4. ALL at St. Louis Church at 6 PM.

A of July 30, 2026, St. John Vianney Parish has reached 75% of its goal! We still need help getting to 100%! ($59,007.00 out of $79,202.10)