NEWCASTLE — On Saturday, July 14, the Second Congregational Church in Newcastle, UCC, will host its annual Church Fair from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., rain or shine, in the Fellowship Hall. All proceeds will support the church’s many outreach ministries. Used items, a bake sale, a “Man Cave” (tools and gadgets) silent auction items […]

HARPSWELL — The Rev. Samuel Hartman, a longtime summer resident of Orr’s Island, will be the celebrant on Sunday, July 8, at All Saints by the Sea, the Episcopal chapel located on Washington Avenue, Bailey Island. The service begins at 9:30, and all are welcome.

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — The mother of a girl at the center of a medical and religious debate over brain death said she does not regret moving from California to New Jersey so her daughter could receive care after being declared dead. Nailah Winkfield told reporters Tuesday that she gave up everything for daughter Jahi […]

“Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for by doing that some have entertained angels without knowing it”. Hebrews 13:2 Hospitality Hospitality goes much deeper than simply inviting our friends and families into our homes. True hospitality is to welcome those on the fringes of society, to feed them, and provide shelter and a […]

This past week has been one of the hottest in Maine that I can remember. Two fans and wide-open windows offer little relief from what feel like record-cracking temperatures. Yet, I have no desire to purchase an air conditioner. Without a medical reason to keep our house cool, I find discomfort to be a good […]

WARSAW, Poland Pope Francis’ decision to move the World War II-era head of Poland’s Catholic Church a step closer to possible sainthood has hit a stumbling block, after two leading Jewish organizations and even Polish Catholic publications called him out for anti- Semitic views. It’s not clear if the protests will derail the sainthood cause […]

BAILEY ISLAND — All Saints by the Sea Episcopal Chapel on Bailey Island will hold its first service of the 2018 summer season at 9:30 a.m. Sunday. The celebrant is the Rev. Paul Tunkle of Dresden. The chapel, founded in 1916, is located on Washington Avenue. All are welcome.

BATH — New City Church is now located at 150 Congress Ave. Since launching in July 2017, the church’s aim has been to grow in our love for God and for the people in our community. A Christian church that unashamedly proclaims the teachings of Christ and the Bible, New City has a great respect […]

WISCASSET — The 66th Strawberry Festival will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at St. Philip’s Church, located at 12 Hodge St. Strawberries will rule the day, with shortcake and other tasty treats available. The bargain basement will be open for shopping, a pie auction will take place at noon, followed by […]

“It is for freedom that Christ set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let ourselves be burdened by a yoke of slavery.” Galatians 5:1 The Cost of Freedom This coming week we will celebrate the anniversary of our country’s independence, the day when we claimed our freedom from foreign domination. But we must […]