# Talk to a Priest Help - Maine ## National Resources for Spiritual Support - **National Catholic Hotline** - **Phone:** 1-800-PRIEST (1-800-774-3787) - **Website:** [https://www.catholiccounselors.com](https://www.catholiccounselors.com/) - **Description:** Connects individuals to local priests for spiritual guidance and sacraments. - **Clergy Referral Service** - **Phone:** 1-855-4CLERGY (1-855-425-3749) - **Website:** [https://www.clergyreferralnetwork.org](https://www.clergyreferralnetwork.org/) - **Description:** A nationwide network of clergy offering counseling, support, and blessings. - **Faith Community Network** - **Phone:** 1-877-FAITH-HELP (1-877-324-8443) - **Website:** [https://www.faithcommunitynetwork.org](https://www.faithcommunitynetwork.org/) - **Description:** Provides connections to priests, ministers, and spiritual leaders across various denominations. ## Statewide Services - **Roman Catholic Diocese of Portland** - **Phone:** 1-207-773-6471 - **Website:** [https://www.portlanddiocese.org](https://www.portlanddiocese.org/) - **Description:** The central diocese managing parishes and offering spiritual support services throughout Maine. - **Maine Statewide Clergy Assistance Hotline** - **Phone:** 1-888-PRIEST-24 (1-888-774-3787) - **Description:** 24/7 hotline connecting individuals to priests or religious counselors in Maine. ## Local Priest Support by Region/City ### Portland - **Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception** - **Phone:** 1-207-773-7746 - **Website:** [https://www.portlandcathedral.org](https://www.portlandcathedral.org/) - **Address:** 307 Congress St., Portland, ME 04101 - **Services:** Confession, spiritual guidance, and pastoral care. ### Bangor - **St. John’s Catholic Church** - **Phone:** 1-207-217-6740 - **Website:** [https://www.stpaulbangor.me](https://www.stpaulbangor.me/) - **Address:** 207 York St., Bangor, ME 04401 - **Description:** Offers walk-in hours and scheduled appointments with priests. ### Lewiston - **Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul** - **Phone:** 1-207-777-1200 - **Website:** [https://princeofpeace.me](https://princeofpeace.me/) - **Address:** 122 Ash St., Lewiston, ME 04240 - **Description:** Specialized services for crisis counseling, sacraments, and faith-based advice. ## Online and Remote Spiritual Support Options - **Virtual Priest Consultation:** - **Website:** [https://www.catholicconnect.com](https://www.catholicconnect.com/) - **Description:** Schedule a virtual meeting with a priest for confession or spiritual support. - **Online Clergy Network:** - **Website:** [https://www.getclergyhelp.org](https://www.getclergyhelp.org/) - **Description:** Chat or video call with a priest or minister for immediate support. ## Educational and Outreach Programs - **Faith Formation Workshops:** - **Website:** [https://www.portlanddiocese.org/faith-formation](https://www.portlanddiocese.org/faith-formation) - **Description:** Programs for deepening faith and understanding spiritual practices. - **Community Outreach Initiatives:** - **Website:** [https://www.portlanddiocese.org/community-outreach](https://www.portlanddiocese.org/community-outreach) - **Description:** Events and services to engage with the local faith community. --- _Updated as of December 2024. For updates or corrections, please contact the Roman Catholic Diocese of Portland at [https://www.portlanddiocese.org](https://www.portlanddiocese.org/)._