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seventh Sunday of Easter May 24, 2020
Today’s Gospel is taken from the conclusion of the Gospel of Matthew. Matthew’s Gospel quickly moves from the disciples’ discovery of Jesus’ empty tomb, to Jesus’ appearance to Mary Magdalene and the other Mary, to the commission that Jesus gives his disciples in today’s Gospel.
The Final Commission, as this Gospel is sometimes called, is given on the mountaintop. Throughout Scripture, the most important events happen on the mountaintop, and Matthew has used this motif throughout his Gospel. Earlier in Matthew’s Gospel, Peter, James, and John had seen Jesus transfigured on the mountaintop (Matthew 17:1-8). Also in the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus taught the crowds from the mountaintop in what we now call the Sermon on the Mount.
Here we are told that the eleven disciples go the mountaintop in Galilee, as Jesus had instructed through Mary Magdalene and the other Mary (cf. Matthew 28:9-10). They see Jesus, and both worship and doubt at the same time. Jesus approaches them and commissions them to baptize and teach, "to make disciples of all nations." It is a task which Jesus had previously prepared his disciples for; recall that Jesus had sent the twelve apostles to preach the Kingdom of God and to heal (cf. Matthew 10:1-15). However, earlier the Twelve were sent only to the House of Israel; in this Final Commission, the eleven are told to go to "all nations." The mission of Jesus is now to be taken to all people; the task now is to baptize and to teach.
Jesus commissions his disciples to baptize in the name of the Trinity, one of the clearest attestations found in Scripture for baptism in the name of the Trinity. In the Acts of the Apostles and in the Letters of Paul, baptism is more frequently offered "in the name of Jesus."
The ending of Matthew’s Gospel can be understood as the beginning of the Church. Jesus commissions his disciples to continue to teach in his name and to bring others into the community of disciples through baptism. The Gospel ends, as it had begun, with the promise that Jesus will continue to be Emmanuel, "God with us" (cf. Matthew 1:23), for all eternity.
Blessings,
Fr. Dave
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March 18, 2020
All Masses in Maine Temporarily Suspended in Response to CDC Guidance on COVID-19
March 18, 2020
PORTLAND---With attention to the guidance from the Center for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) and upon consideration of the size of the usual congregations, Bishop Robert P. Deeley is temporarily suspending all daily and Sunday Masses and religious services throughout the Diocese of Portland (covering the entire state of Maine), effective immediately. The bishop is also issuing a dispensation from the obligation to attend Mass for Maine Catholics during this time.
In anticipation of questions which might arise, baptisms, funerals, and weddings, including with Mass, may continue but only with immediate family present for the Mass.
The Mass is our prayer of thanksgiving and praise to God for his many blessings. It is also our graced opportunity to strengthen one another in faith and hope. To aid us in preserving those bonds in a time of crisis, we will gather online and by way of social media. Starting this Sunday, March 22, Bishop Deeley will celebrate a Mass from the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Portland each Sunday at 10 a.m. Although not open to the public, the Mass will be live-streamed at both www.portlanddiocese.org and www.facebook.com/PortlandDiocese. Additional options and resources to participate in Masses from home are listed below.
“These are unprecedented circumstances,” said Bishop Deeley. “I join with many bishops across the country in making this decision in response to the continuing threat of COVID-19. In this diocese, our parishes are places of welcome where all can encounter Jesus, but they must also be communities that look after the most vulnerable among us. Temporarily suspending Masses will help to ensure the safety of our older parishioners and our priests, particularly those who are also among the most vulnerable.”
Although we are unable to attend Mass in person, it is important that we continue to support our parishes as best we can, so that they can continue to serve the faithful throughout this crisis and long after it’s over.
“Please remember that your parish communities depend on the offertory collections and will need your support going forward to carry on the mission of the Church,” said Bishop Deeley.
Parishioners can continue to support their local parish through the WeShare online giving option. Parishioners can find a direct link to their parish account at www.portlanddiocese.org/OnlineGiving.
“I want to assure all of you that we, your priests, are spiritually united to you as each of us offers Mass each day,” said Bishop Deeley. “Please remember that in a time that can instill fear and anxiety, we, as Catholics are guided by our faith in the peace that comes from the love that God shows us in Jesus, who comes to be with us, to strengthen us from whatever weakness we may be experiencing or whatever illness may be afflicting us.”
In addition to Bishop Deeley’s celebration of Mass, there are many other ways to participate in Masses on several platforms.
ONLINE
Our Lady of Hope Parish, Portland
Viewers can visit www.ladyofhopemaine.org and participate in Masses from St. Pius X Church in Portland on Mondays through Fridays at 9 a.m., Saturdays at 4:30 p.m., and Sundays at 7 a.m. and 9 a.m. The parish has added an additional livestreamed Mass at 7 p.m., Mondays through Fridays. This Mass is livestream only (church will not be open to public for this Mass).
Parish of the Holy Eucharist, Falmouth
Viewers can visit www.facebook.com/ParishOfTheHolyEucharist and participate in Masses from Holy Martyrs Church in Falmouth on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays at 5:30 p.m.; Wednesdays at 7:30 a.m.; Saturdays at 4 p.m.; and Sundays at 8:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m., and 5:30 p.m.
St. Paul the Apostle Parish, Bangor
Viewers can visit https://stpaulbangor.me/watch-mass-live or www.facebook.com/StPaulBangor and participate in Masses from St. Mary Church in Bangor on Mondays through Fridays at 8:30 a.m. and Sundays at 7 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. They can also participate in Masses from St. John Church in Bangor on Saturdays at 4 p.m. and Sundays at 10:30 a.m.
“Word on Fire”
Daily Mass will be offered from Bishop Barron’s chapel at 8:15 a.m. each day. www.wordonfire.org/daily-mass.
TELEVISION/ONLINE
EWTN-TV
Viewers can participate in daily Masses at 8 a.m. and noon, seven days a week, and at 7 p.m. every day but Sunday. The Masses are broadcast over the air and online (www.ewtn.com/tv/watch-live). The Masses are also archived at the site.
CatholicTV
CatholicTV also broadcasts Masses at 9:30 a.m. each day over the air and online (www.catholictv.org/masses/catholictv-mass). The Masses are also archived at the site.
RADIO
Relevant Radio
Listeners can participate in Masses each day at 1 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. as well as Sundays at 10 a.m. on Relevant Radio. The network is available on a variety of platforms:- on 106.7 FM in Portland, 105.7 FM in Springvale/Sanford, 97.5 FM in Fort Kent, 90.3 FM in Bangor, 89.7 FM in Bath/Brunswick, 89.5 FM in Augusta, and 1390 AM in northern Maine;
- at www.relevantradio.com/listen; or
- on smartphones by downloading the Relevant Radio app.
In addition, the Diocese of Portland is offering a number of resources to assist you in participating in Mass from home.
GIVE US THIS DAY
Give Us This Day is centered on the Word of God and provides a relevant and trustworthy understanding of Scripture, including daily Mass texts. To access the resources for free, visit www.giveusthisday.org/digital.
MAGNIFICAT
Magnificat is honored to provide complimentary access to its online version and resources to help people pray from home. To access the resources for free, visit https://us.magnificat.net/free.
USCCB
The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops provides the daily readings along with reflections and other materials. To access the resources for free, visit www.usccb.org/bible/readings. In addition, the USCCB is offering prayers and resources for engagement during this difficult time at “Catholic Current.” Explore the materials for free at www.catholiccurrent.org/covid19.
“We pray for all those affected by the novel coronavirus, those in the service of providing health care, and the common good,” said Bishop Deeley. “May we find strength in the community the Lord gives us. May it remind us of His presence in our lives. And may we always know that trusting in the Lord Jesus will help us bring God’s mercy and love into the world through our care for one another.”
A public announcement will be made when the temporary suspension of Masses concludes.
For more information, contact Dave Guthro, Communications Director for the Diocese of Portland, at (207) 321-7810 or dave.guthro@portlanddiocese.org.
n this Sunday and the next two Sundays, we break from reading the Gospel of Matthew to read from John’s Gospel. The Gospel of John is the only Gospel not assigned to a particular liturgical year. Instead, readings from John’s Gospel are interspersed throughout our three-year liturgical cycle. -
WHAT you need TO KNOW ABOUT CORONAVIRUS.
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Reading 1 Acts 28:16-20, 30-31Responsorial Psalm 11:4, 5 and 7Gospel Jn 21:20-25
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CHARTER FOR THE PROTECTION OF CHILDREN AND YOUNG ADULTS
Click here to access the Charter for the Protection of Children and Young Adults.
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CODE OF ETHICS (REV. 2016)
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Follow this link to access a variety of useful material and resources including:
· Details about the Office of Child & Youth Protection and the
Protecting God’s Children program· A variety of safe environment forms and applications for parishes, parents, schools, employees and volunteers
· How to file a sexual abuse report
· Information about the Office of Professional Responsibility
· Diocesan policies on counseling assistance
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Links
- REBUILT
- Catholic Young Adult Ministry of Maine
- Vatican
- Dailyscripture.net
- Catholic Youth Ministry of Maine
- Nathan's "Biblical Catholicism"
- Dynamic Catholic
- New American Bible
- Catechism of the Catholic Church
- The Presence Radio
- Divine Office
- United States Conference of Catholic Bishops
- Roman Catholic Diocese of Portland
- The Porn Effect
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2020 Catholic Appeal status
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*livestream massES*
4:00 p.m. - Sat., May 16, 2020 St. Catherine
9:00 a.m. - Sun., May 17, 2020 St. Denis
8:30 a.m. - Mon., May 18, 2020 St. Mary's
8:30 a.m. - Tues., May 19, 2020 St. Mary's
8:30 a.m. - Weds., May 20, 2020 St. Mary's
May 21st - Feast of the Ascension of Our Lord, Jesus Christ
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COVID-19 PROTOCOLS &cancellations
DAILY MASS WILL BE LIVESTREAMED 8:30 AM MONDAY-FRIDAY. LOG ON TO THE PARISH FACEBOOK PAGE OR WEBSITE TO VIEW.
SUNDAY MASS WILL BE LIVESTREAMED AT 4 PM SATURDAY AND 9 AM SUNDAY. LOG ON TO THE PARISH FACEBOOK PAGE OR WEBSITE TO VIEW.
The rectory offices in Caribou and Presque Isle remain CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC until further notice. There will be minimal staff on hand to answer the telephone. Staff will be required to complete their work from home if possible.
Please do not come to the rectory to conduct business.
Conduct any business you have with the Parish by telephone or e-mail.
If you have an emergency and need a Priest, please call the rectory in Caribou at
498-2536 or Presque Isle at 768-3671. Someone will get back to you as soon as possible.
For now the following protocols are in place:
No PUBLIC Daily or Sunday Masses are being celebrated at this time.
No group Stations of the Cross and Lenten devotions at this time.No Individual prayer in the church at this time.
There will be NO soup suppers, public suppers, social gatherings of any kind until further notice.
All Church groups, prayer groups, committees and councils will not be meeting until further notice.
Baptismal Preparation will not be held in April.
The Good Sam Thrift Store in Caribou is closed until further notice.
Faith Formation classes are cancelled through Sunday, April 26th.
All Faith Sharing Groups meeting on Church property are cancelled until further notice. Groups meeting in private homes are strongly encouraged to follow the recommended protocols such as using hand sanitizers and washing your hands frequently.
These protocols may change as new information becomes available.
Please keep each other in prayer and also pray for those who become ill and those who will care for them.
Thank you for your cooperation and understanding during this national emergency. Our adherence to these protocols has a direct impact on the ability of our healthcare workers to manage the response to this pandemic.Let’s all do our part to help them.
Be assured of our prayers,
Fr. Dave, Fr. Steve & Fr. Prabu -
prayer for priests ~ 2020
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