Maine Council of Churches urges virtual-only worship services to slow surge of COVID-19

While some churches will consider the council's plea to reduce virus transmission, the Roman Catholic Diocese of Portland will continue to offer in-person services, saying its protocols have proven effective.

Video: Interfaith Council hosts Easter sunrise service at Head of Falls in Waterville

About 50 worshippers attend 6 a.m. service, near Two-Cent Bridge spanning Kennebec River.

At drive-up church service, Waterville pastor urges stability, kindness during pandemic

Centerpoint Community Church on West River Road holds its first drive-up service Sunday, at which the Rev. Craig Riportella asks parishioners to practice compassion and kindness, not division and anger.

Central Maine churches getting creative to keep services going

Members of central Maine churches have gathered for Zoom and drive-in services for community connection.

Local churches to offer online services, more