Pilgrimages

August 11, 2026
Event
Feast of St. Claire Family Pilgrimage - Bangor to Belfast

In celebration of the Year of St. Francis and the Feast of St. Claire, St. Paul the Apostle Parish is offering a one-day family pilgrimage to St. Francis of Assisi Church in Belfast, one of three official pilgrimage sites in Maine.

August 22, 2026
Event
Pilgrimage to Remember Fr. Sebastian Rale

Fr. Sebastian Rale was pastor of the Abenaki village of Norridgewock, Maine from 1695 until his death at the hands of a British militia on August 23rd, 1724. Come learn about this heroic missionary and pray in the place where he served. The day includes readings from Fr. Rale's letters, reflections, and a procession along the grounds of his mission. Altar servers are welcome for the procession.

For more information, contact Joe Moreshead at joseph.moreshead@portlanddiocese.org or see the website www.friendsoffrrale.org.