MASS TIMES
126 Maine Ave, Rumford, ME
Sat 4 pm
Sun 9:30 am (also livestreamed)
Weekday Masses
Mon, Thur and Fri 8:15 am
Confessions
Sat 3 pm - 3:45 pm
Sun 8:45 am - 9:15 am
OUR LADY OF THE SNOWS
265 Walker's Mills Rd, Bethel, ME
Tues 8:15 am
Confessions
Sat 5:30 - 5:50 pm
Staff
Fr. Aaron Damboise
Pastor
Publications
2024-25 Faith Formation
Faith formation classes for children and adults will resume soon. The first Youth Faith Formation class is September 29, and the first adult OCIA class is October 6. Please use this form or call the parish office to register.
Mass
Parish Events
- Oct 23 2024 9:00 am - St. A & J open for quiet reflection
- Oct 23 2024 6:00 pm - Choir Practice - St. A & J
- Oct 24 2024 6:30 pm - Bible Class with Sister B - Parish Hall
Finance Council
Pastoral Council
Below are the approved minutes of the Pastoral Council:
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St. Faustina's Diary in a Year
Day 202: Diary Entries 1051-1055
10/21/24 4:00 am
"I have felt great sufferings in my body, but I feel the Lord is upholding me, for otherwise I would not be able to bear it," St. Faustina writes. Listen in as Fr. Joseph Roesch, MIC, reads from this modern spiritual classic. To order a copy of the Diary of Saint Maria Faustina Kowalska, visit ShopMercy.org. Support our Ministries here.
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Day 201: Diary Entries 1043-1050
10/20/24 4:00 am
"Suddenly, God’s presence took hold of me, and at once I saw myself in Rome, in the Holy Father’s chapel," St. Faustina writes. Listen in as Fr. Joseph Roesch, MIC, reads from this modern spiritual classic. To order a copy of the Diary of Saint Maria Faustina Kowalska, visit ShopMercy.org. Support our Ministries here.
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Day 200: Diary Entries 1035-1042
10/19/24 4:00 am
"But suddenly I heard the words, 'Say the chaplet.' I understood that the soul needed the special help of prayers and great mercy," St. Faustina writes. Listen in as Fr. Joseph Roesch, MIC, reads from this modern spiritual classic. To order a copy of the Diary of Saint Maria Faustina Kowalska, visit ShopMercy.org. Support our Ministries here.
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Catechism in a Year Podcast (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
Day 295: The Wound of Abortion (2024)
10/21/24 7:15 am
Together, with Fr. Mike, we examine the wound of abortion. Fr. Mike emphasizes that all human life deserves protection, especially the unborn, but he also emphasizes the importance of God’s mercy. He explains that those who have procured an abortion are excommunicated, subject to the conditions established by Canon Law. However, the excommunication does not limit the scope of God’s mercy, but rather highlights the gravity of the sin. Fr. Mike concludes by highlighting that if abortion is a part of your story, you are encouraged to take the step towards confession and forgiveness, to be met with mercy and love and be welcomed home. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 2270-2275.
This episode has been found to be in conformity with the Catechism by the Institute on the Catechism, under the Subcommittee on the Catechism, USCCB.
Read MoreDay 294: Homicide (2024)
10/20/24 7:15 am
Continuing our examination of the fifth commandment, we look at various ways in which one may sin against this commandment as it relates to homicide. The Catechism addresses three categories of homicide: direct and intentional killing, indirectly killing, and unintentionally killing. Fr. Mike explores this grave topic with resonating examples and explains the varying degrees of moral culpability. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 2268-2269.
This episode has been found to be in conformity with the Catechism by the Institute on the Catechism, under the Subcommittee on the Catechism, USCCB.
Read MoreDay 293: Legitimate Defense (2024)
10/19/24 7:15 am
Is there ever a time where legitimate defense is justifiable? The Catechism answers this question and how it relates to honoring the dignity of the human person as we dive deeper into the fifth commandment. We learn about defense of ourselves and others, principles of crime and punishment, and capital punishment. Fr. Mike also explains the Church’s current teaching on the death penalty and why it has changed over time. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 2263-2267.
This episode has been found to be in conformity with the Catechism by the Institute on the Catechism, under the Subcommittee on the Catechism, USCCB.
Read MoreBible in a Year Podcast - Fr. Mike Schmitz
Day 295: Israel's Expectations (2024)
10/21/24 7:15 am
Fr. Mike mirrors the story of 1 Maccabees and Israel’s expectations of continued success onto our own lives, emphasizing that God’s marvelous plan exceeds our expectations and what we think should happen next in our lives. He invites us to worship and give to the Lord with freedom and generosity in response to God’s sacrificial love for us. Today’s readings are 1 Maccabees 14, Sirach 34-35, and Proverbs 23:22-25.
For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.
Read MoreDay 294: Judea Gains Independence (2024)
10/20/24 7:15 am
In our reading of 1 Maccabees today, Fr. Mike highlights the the establishment of the new independent sovereign nation of Israel in the land of Judah. We learn how Simon takes command and enforces the law all around the land. Fr. Mike reminds us that even today, Christians are governed by Jesus himself and ultimately to belong to him. Today's readings are 1 Maccabees 13, Sirach 32-33, and Proverbs 23:17-21.
For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.
Read MoreDay 293: Discipline Grounded in Love (2024)
10/19/24 7:15 am
Fr. Mike focuses on the theme of disciplining children, reflected in our readings from Sirach and Proverbs today. He clarifies that there is a crucial difference between discipline and destruction, and emphasizes that disciplining children should always be grounded in love and oriented towards their success in the future. Today's readings 1 Maccabees 12, Sirach 30-31, and Proverbs 23:13-16.
For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.
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