Sunday
All Saints Parish 2011 Lenten Parish Read: “Getting the Gospels — Understanding the New Testament Accounts of Jesus’ Life,” encompassing six participating churches over two weekends, will begin with two readings by Saint Joseph’s College of Maine Associate Professor of Theology Steven L. Bridge, Ph.D., at the 9 a.m. Mass at Our Lady Queen of Peace in Boothbay Harbor and at the 11 a.m. Mass at St. Patrick Church in Newcastle. Book sales at all churches for two weekends. For more details, e-mail mebarbieri@comcast.net or cindykpc@roadrunner.com.
A book signing with children’s author Gail Donovan, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Cathedral Shop at the Cathedral Church of St. Luke, 143 State St., Portland. For more details, call 772-5434.
The Fourth Sunday Sacred Harp Sing, 2 to 5 p.m. at the home of Corrone and Ruth Ann Bryant, 552 Main St., Damariscottta. A potluck supper will follow. Attendees are encouraged to bring a dish to share. For more details, call 563-6083 or e-mail singing@mainesacredharp.org
Thursday
“Just Breathe: Meditations for Relaxation and a Kind Heart,” with Buddhist teacher Clare Morin, 6 to 7 p.m. at Mayo Street Arts, 10 Mayo St. Class includes a short talk and guided meditation. Cost: $8 per class. For more details, call 508-979-8277.
Meditation training for seniors, presented by the Rev, Larry Greer, pastoral coordinator for Hospice of Southern Maine, 11 a.m. to noon today and again March 10 and 17 in the David Howe Hospitality Room, Pinewood Building at The Pines, 20 Manor St., Ocean Park. Registration encouraged by calling 934-5950.
Friday
“In the Shelter of Each Other: A Social Action Shabbat” focusing on the needs of Maine families who are struggling financially, 7:30 p.m. at Congregation Bet Ha’am, 81 Westbrook St., South Portland. Christine Hastedt, co-founder and public policy director of Maine Equal Justice, will speak. All are welcomed. To learn more, go to www.bhsocialaction.blogspot.com.
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