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The Power of Faith
A World War II veteran who is nearing 102 years old holds fast to the strong faith of his mother. Sr. Anne-Marie Bourque thanks God every day that she's able to minister to residents and patients at St. Mary's d'Youville Pavilion. The Lewiston Police Department chaplain brings forward his faith in service to troubled residents and police officers. These people and three others profiled here today found hope and support — to help themselves and to help others — in their faith. In this Christmas season, we offer their stories.
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The Cape Elizabeth native, who resides in Auburn, is the daughter of the late Edward L. Fenderson, who was a minister of the Calvary United Methodist Church in Lewiston from 1969 to 1975. -
Arthur "Benny" Benedetto still has a metal-covered prayer book he carried in his pocket during World War II.
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Sr. Anne-Marie Bourque felt called to the church at a young age. Then, she had to convince her parents it was the right thing.
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Lewiston police chaplain says his role is to provide comfort to the families of the victims, allowing police to carry out their jobs.
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Fran White says the power of prayer and community got her through brain surgery this year.
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Tracy Parise of Rumford says that her faith in God helps her to know that “everything will be OK” and she believes that when we trust in God, we are provided with what we need.
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In this week's Question, we want to know how faith plays a part in your holiday season.