Welcome

Welcome to our Corpus Christi Parish website! In the Spring of 2005 Bishop Malone challenged the Catholics in Maine to Tell the Story of Jesus Anew. The priests and laity of the parishes in the greater Waterville area gathered in prayer and reflection for over a year to discern how best to serve the needs of Catholics in these communities. Guided by the Holy Spirit, we came to understand that we were called to form a single community of faith that worshipped in many locations. On July 1,2007 Bishop Malone suppressed the former parishes of St Bridget’s in Vassalboro, Immaculate Heart of Mary in Fairfield, St. John in Winslow, Parish of the Holy Spirit in Waterville, and St. Theresa’s in Oakland and created Corpus Christi Parish. We are a parish of over five thousand families. Our new name reflects our belief that we are strengthened by the Eucharist to go forth as the Mystical Body of Christ to continue the works of Christ. Our parish proudly sponsors St John Regional Catholic School and offers faith formation for children in four locations during the week. We are actively feeding the hungry through our soup kitchens and food pantries in several towns. We also hold a parish picnic, golf tournament, a couple of dances, and other events to help build community in our vast parish. Many things have changed since Jean- Baptiste and Sarah Mathieu had the first mass in the area said in their Water Street home in 1841, but our commitment to the Catholic faith has not changed; it remains strong. Whether you live here or are visiting, we invite you to worship with us, participate in our activities, and join with us in proclaiming God’s goodness for the next generation.