MASS TIMES
126 Maine Ave, Rumford, ME
Sat 4 pm
Sun 9:30 am (also livestreamed)
Weekday Masses
Mon, Tue, 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
Mon 5 pm
Confessions
Sat 5:30 - 5:50 pm, Mon 4:30 - 4:50 pm
Staff
Publications
Immaculate Conception Masses
(Holy Day of Obligation)
Thursday, 7 Dec at 6 p.m., St. Athanasius & St. John (Rumford)
Friday, 8 Dec at 8:15 a.m., St Athanasius & St. John (Rumford)
Friday, 8 Dec at 6 p.m., Our Lady of the Snows (Bethel)
Preview of Latin Music during Advent
Click the links below to preview the Latin we'll be incorporating into our worship in Advent.
Sanctus: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ku2Z5dnvDHA
Agnus Dei: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uNxbIHw1B7w
Mass
Parish Events
- Dec 1 2023 4:00 pm - First Fridays Adoration (St. A & J)
- Dec 3 2023 10:30 am - Youth Faith Formation
- Dec 6 2023 1:00 pm - Men's Holy Moments
EM/Greeter/Lector Schedule
Pastoral Council
Below are the approved minutes of the Pastoral Council:
Livestreamed Mass Update
The schedule for livestreamed Masses is being revised as of July 1 as follows:
Mass will be livestreamed only on Sundays at 9:30 a.m. and as announced for Holy Days.
Funerals, weddings, and baptisms may be livestreamed upon request.
Additionally, recordings of these Masses will no longer be available for later viewing online, as the intent of the live broadcast is for people in the virtual congregation to celebrate Mass simultaneously with those attending in person. Please see the Pastor’s Corner on page 2 of the June 18 bulletin for additional context.
SUPPORT THE PARISH
For those that would like to support the parish on a weekly basis, WeShare offers a simple and convenient way to give online. Click the link below, or if you'd like assistance, contact Jennifer or Linda at the parish office (207) 364-4556.
Catechism in a Year Podcast (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
Day 334: How Jesus Prayed
11/30/23 5:00 am
We look at how Jesus prays in this section of the Catechism. It is revealed how Jesus learned to pray, the frequency of his prayers, and where he prayed. Jesus brought his needs to the Father including his last words and final “loud cry”. Through his example of filial prayer, we are able to pray to the Father as sons and daughters. We can ask him for anything as all of our thoughts, desires, troubles, fears, and needs are already with the Lord. “The Father accepts them and, beyond all hope, answers them by raising his Son.” Today’s readings are paragraphs 2598-2606.
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 333: The Psalms
11/29/23 5:00 am
The Psalms are essential and powerful prayers. Through praying the Psalms, we are giving praise to God and expressing our belief while simultaneously nourishing our faith. In the Psalms, we are reminded of God’s love, faithfulness, and presence, even in the dark moments of our lives. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 2590-2597.
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 332: Prayer Converts Our Heart
11/28/23 5:00 am
The Catechism discusses the significance of prayer beginning with the prophets and their observations about the Temple and ritualism. It is noteworthy that while we must worship the Lord externally, this must be in tandem with prayer and cannot remain external. With Fr. Mike’s insight, we see that our thinking affects how we act, and our behaviors can influence beliefs. Taking this to heart, if we ever feel that we are just “going through the motions”, we should persist and continue praying. Today’s readings are Catechism paragraphs 2581-2589.
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 334: The Meaning of Fasting (2023)
11/30/23 8:15 am
Fr. Mike highlights the importance of prayer and fasting, instructing us how to fast and empty ourselves to feel our spiritual need for Christ. He also discusses faithfulness in vocations and living out the life God has called you to. Today’s readings are from Acts 13, 1 Corinthians 7-8, and Proverbs 28:4-6.
For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.
Read MoreDay 333: Peter Is Rescued from Prison (2023)
11/29/23 8:15 am
Today begins with Acts 12 and the miraculous rescue of Peter from prison by an angel. Reflecting on this story, Fr. Mike helps us grapple with the mysterious reality that we are each called to say "Yes" to God’s destination for us, even when we might not know the way. Lastly, Fr. Mike delves into St. Paul's hard teachings to the Corinthians on sexuality morality and excommunication. Today's readings are Acts 12, 1 Corinthians 5-6, and Proverbs 28:1-3.
For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.
Read MoreDay 332: Barnabas and Paul On Mission (2023)
11/28/23 8:15 am
Fr. Mike begins by explaining the confusion experienced by the early Christians as they struggled to integrate the Gentiles into the Church. We also hear more about Barnabas, missionary companion of St. Paul, who was named by God as the "Son of Encouragement." Lastly, Fr. Mike delves into the history surrounding paganism and hedonism in pre-Christian Corinth and the need to encourage the Greeks to leave their old ways of worship. Today's readings are Acts 11, 1 Corinthians 3-4, Proverbs 27:23-27.
For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.
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