Dear Parishioners, 

      I want to thank everyone who was involved in the dedication of our new altar at the Basilica chapel.  In a very special way, we are indebted to David Madore and his time, talent, and commitment to creating it.  At 22 years of age, he has found the thing he loves to do and wants to commit his life to doing.  Also, we must thank Courtney Giovinazzi for sharing her artistic talent with the project.  We are so fortunate to have such faith-filled, committed Catholics in our parish.  It is my hope that many who come to see the chapel will get a glimpse into the amazing history of the French-Canadian heritage we have as Catholic Franco-Americans with St. Mary’s and Little Canada.  

    The next celebration in our parish is the blessing of the Priory and our joint project with Catholic Charities of Maine.  A building that has stood empty for over 20 years will now come to life with activities and assistance for those in need.  Herbert Construction has done a beautiful job at renovating the building.  We will also have use of the space, making the back end of the Basilica handicapped accessible with washroom facilities.  Fr. Michael and the Spanish ministry office, which has been in the old Holy Cross office, will move there as well.  Please come out on Friday, November 6th, for the blessing of the building with Bishop James Ruggieri, Catholic Charities Maine staff, and the Parish.  You will also be able to tour the building that day and meet the people who will occupy our building.

    Finally, we will be slowing down the rotation schedule of priests.  On the second weekend of the month, the priests will rotate around the parish.  It has been very nice going to the different churches, but it has also created unnecessary chaos and confusion.  Please be patient with the priests.  The running around to the different churches every weekend makes for a hectic experience rather than a joyful one with all of you.  You can imagine what it would be like for you if you tried to attend all the Masses by having a different one every weekend and only returned to your Mass every 10 weeks.  If you have any questions or complaints, feel free to reach out to me. 

 — Peace, Fr. Daniel

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