Why is Maine one of the least religious state?
MCC’s Executive Director, Rev. Jane Field, was a guest on Maine Calling yesterday, December 18.Listen to the full episode at mainecalling.org or wherever you get your podcasts.https://www.mainepublic.org/…/2025-12-18/maine-religion
For these Maine churches, the story of Christmas and immigrants’ reality tell a similar tale
As congregations count down the days of Advent, the story of Christ’s birth and Joseph and Mary’s flight to another country for safety has prompted church leaders to draw some parallels this year. Sophie Burchell Press Herald Posted December… Read More
Transgender priest joined dozens of Maine faith leaders to testify against anti-transgender bills
By Sean Scott The Maine Monitor July 27, 2025 Roughly 50 religious leaders and advocates testified individually on bills restricting bathroom use and participation in women’s sports this spring. All but four opposed the legislation. Photo by Garrick… Read More
An important step in protecting Wabanaki lands | Letter
Posted June 14 PressHerald No one should have their land taken by the state without consultation or agreement, yet that’s precisely what the 1980 Maine Indian Claims Settlement Act has allowed to happen on Wabanaki land for the… Read More
An Episcopal bishop reminded us that mercy must be valued, not denigrated
MCC Vice-President Marge Kilkelly wrote a powerful op-ed for the Bangor Daily News about Washington DC Bishop Mariann Budde’s inspirational sermon given during the inaugural prayer service held at the National Cathedral on January 21. We urge you to take time to read the op-ed and reflect on the importance of mercy and justice as values in an authentic Christian faith.
Maine Conference holds interfaith remembrance to grieve, heal one year after Lewiston shootings
by Kayla Berkey | published on Oct 8, 2024 A group of interfaith leaders offered public prayer and space to grieve last Tuesday for those impacted by the mass shootings that took place in Lewiston one year ago. The gathering in front of… Read More
Channel 13 featured the testimony of MCC Exec Dir Jane Field in its coverage of the public hearing for gun safety bills LD 2224 and 2238.
https://wgme.com/news/local/heartache-loss-maine-voice-opinions-new-gun-legislation-state-house-violence-lewiston-mass-shootings-mental-health#
Physicians, gun owners, activists pack Maine State House for hearing on gun reform
Dozens of people testified for and against a pair of bills that include expanding background check requirements to advertised private firearms sales and a 72-hour waiting period on purchases. Randy Billings Press Herald Rachel Ohm Press Herald 03/07/2024… Read More
Churches host ‘Gun Safety Awareness Sabbath’ this weekend
Maine Public | By Carol BousquetPublished February 18, 2024 at 10:51 AM EST The Maine Council of Churches and gun safety advocates encouraged houses of worship in Maine to participate in a “Gun Safety Awareness Sabbath” this weekend. Reverend Jane… Read More
Maine churches join Gun Safety Awareness Sabbath following Lewiston mass shooting
by Aysia Reed, WGME Sun, February 18th 2024 at 4:59 PM BRUNSWICK (WGME)- The Maine Gun Safety Coalition encouraged Maine places of worship to participate in a Gun Safety Awareness Sabbath in the wake of the Lewiston mass shooting…. Read More
