Churches finding new ways to reach parishioners amidst coronavirus

Many cancel all in-person worship services and resort to social media and livestreaming.

Fears of a cult takeover roil a tiny town in northern Maine

The purported cult leader is calling on his followers near and far to move to St. Agatha, whose residents aren't happy about the idea.

Families argue in appeal that Maine should pay tuition at religious schools

The families have contended that a 2017 Supreme Court case set a precedent prohibiting government from excluding religious schools from benefit programs.

Impromptu Virgin Mary shrine takes shape in Phippsburg antique store parking lot

Opponents of a dozen new laws aim to erase them with ‘people’s veto’ campaigns

With a short time to collect 63,067 signatures, special interest groups and individuals file more than a dozen requests to challenge newly signed laws.

Justice Department backs parents suing Maine over tuition for religious schools

Three couples are challenging state law and seeking reimbursement for their children's tuition to religious schools.

Maine’s Muslim community gets show of support in wake of New Zealand attacks

At least two dozen people keep watch outside a Portland mosque during Friday afternoon prayers.

Maine Episcopalians elect openly gay bishop

One of five finalists, the Rev. Thomas James Brown 'clearly ... made an impression.' He expects to be consecrated in June.

Women strive for larger roles in male-dominated religions

Augusta schools’ proposed policy would add religious holidays to school calendar