Faced with COVID-19 restrictions, a priest uses a novel method to conduct services in Lewiston.
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Catholic churches in Maine will hold drive-in Masses
Gov. Janet Mills announced Tuesday that churches could hold drive-in services starting May 1, but some congregations are sticking with online services for now.
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‘The Ramadan spirit’: Maine’s Muslim community prepares for holy month in quarantine
Ramadan begins Thursday evening, and Friday is the first day of fasting.
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Amid pandemic, Christians celebrate an Easter like no other
Christians around the world celebrated Easter isolated in their homes by the coronavirus
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Mainers grapple with faith amid the coronovirus pandemic
Leaders of various faith communities in Maine share messages of hope in a fearful and uncertain time.
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Maine Christians prepare to share Easter services from a distance
Churches around the state are organizing online Easter services and moments of prayer to take the place of sunrise services and traditional celebrations.
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Australian court dismisses cardinal’s sex abuse convictions
George Pell will be released after serving 13-months of a six-year sentence.
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Palm Sunday services held without public – some on rooftops
Social-distancing requirements affect religious practices around the globe.
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To keep their distance, Maine priests now offering drive-through confessions
As churches are forced to suspend regular services during the pandemic, some pastors are finding creative ways to stay connected with parishioners.
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Large churches use technology to connect with parishioners
Centerpoint Community Church in Waterville offers virtual Sunday services and other live-streamed events during the week so parishioners and others may still feel connected during the coronavirus pandemic.