NORTH YARMOUTH — It is with deep sadness that our Family announces the passing of Cindy R. Brown on Aug. 7. She was a beloved daughter, sister, mother, meme and auntie. There will always be an emptiness without her (she certainly left her mark!) She had multiple medical conditions and through it all she fought like […]
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Ministry donates prayer shawls
The Circle of Love and Hope Prayer Shawl Ministry of St. Teresa of Calcutta Parish in Norway and Mechanic Falls gather together twice a month for two hours to knit prayer shawls. When the prayer shawl is finished it is blessed by a priest and is given to a person who may benefit from the […]
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Speaker will explore the connection between prayer, healing
AUBURN — Around the world people are looking for prayer that brings healing and peace to their lives. International speaker, Fujiko Signs, says, “In my own experience, an understanding of God brings healing and goodness into my life.” Signs, a practitioner and teacher of Christian Science healing, will give a lecture titled, “Love Without Limit, […]
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Jay pastor opens Senate with prayer
Pastor Chris Grimbilas of Jay, second from left, served as Pastor of the Day, delivering the opening prayer in the Maine Senate on March 20. Grimbilas has served the congregation at New Life Baptist Church since 2012. During his visit, Grimbilas and his daughter, Amanda, second from right, met with Sen. Lisa Keim, left, R-Oxford, […]
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Holy Family to host Veterans Day Community Prayer Service
LEWISTON — The 14th annual Veterans Day Community Prayer Service will be held at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 9, with Prince of Peace Parish hosting the evening of reflection at Holy Family Church, 607 Sabattus St. The parish invites the community to join the service regardless of denomination or faith affiliation to give thanks and […]
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Prayer journey offering retreat without travel
LEWISTON — An open invitation for Christians to experience a 10-week prayer journey is being offered by Sister Marie May Lausier, a Catholic nun who specializes in spiritual teaching. Weekly meetings of prayer journey participants will be held Wednesday evenings beginning March 1. The format allows people who cannot go away for a retreat to […]
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Supreme court supports prayer at public meetings
WASHINGTON — Prayers that open town council meetings do not violate the Constitution even if they routinely stress Christianity, a divided Supreme Court ruled Monday. The court said in 5-4 decision that the content of the prayers is not significant as long as they do not denigrate non-Christians or proselytize. The ruling by the court’s […]
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T. Fallon: Faith can reduce anxiety
I would like to relate to the Sun Journal article of Jan. 7, “Meditation may reduce anxiety and depression.” I would state that faith in God and Jesus Christ can also reduce anxiety and depression. I would state regular participation in church services can reduce anxiety and depression. I am not an exemplary Christian. I […]