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Ways to get involved in Maine, found through the churches that support them. Each one links to the organization’s own site.

Benevolence & relief

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    ARISE Addiction Recovery

    ARISE Addiction Recovery

    Christ-centered addiction recovery ministry with a residential program for men and Monday meetings in Machias; volunteers can sign up to cook the Saturday night dinner for residents. Supported by Machias Christian Fellowship.

    Time
    Ongoing
    Where
    Machias, Maine, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    Arise Addiction Recovery (Belfast group)

    Arise Addiction Recovery (Belfast group)

    A weekly Tuesday-night Christ-centered recovery group for people facing addiction and their families, with a monthly potluck and testimony night where volunteers help host. Supported by Calvary Chapel Belfast.

    Time
    Ongoing
    Where
    Belfast, Maine, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    Arise Addiction Recovery (Rockland group)

    Arise Addiction Recovery (Rockland group)

    A Christ-centered addiction recovery outreach led by people with lived experience of addiction, using Scripture study, fellowship and prayer; contact the church to take part or help. Supported by Breakwater Chapel.

    Time
    Ongoing
    Where
    Rockland, Maine, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    Calvary Residential Discipleship (CRD) and Blessed Hope

    Calvary Residential Discipleship (CRD) and Blessed Hope

    A 6-12 month Christ-centered residential program for men (CRD) and women (Blessed Hope) overcoming addiction; volunteers can connect through the church office to help. Supported by Calvary Chapel Bangor.

    Time
    Ongoing
    Where
    Orrington, Maine, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    Celebrate Recovery at Faith Church

    Celebrate Recovery at Faith Church

    Church-run Christ-centered recovery group meeting Tuesdays at 6 PM. Supported by Faith Church Waterville (Faith Evangelical Free Church).

    Time
    Ongoing
    Where
    Waterville, Maine, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    Celebrate Recovery at Pathway Vineyard

    Celebrate Recovery at Pathway Vineyard

    Christ-centered recovery group meeting Thursday evenings at the Lewiston campus. Supported by Pathway Vineyard Church.

    Time
    Ongoing
    Where
    Lewiston, Maine, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    Exodus Way Recovery

    Exodus Way Recovery

    A Friday-evening Christ-centered recovery group built on Scripture, prayer, and fellowship for people seeking freedom from addiction; volunteers help lead and welcome. Supported by Calvary Chapel Penobscot Valley.

    Time
    Ongoing
    Where
    Etna, Maine, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    Fairfield Interfaith Food Pantry

    Fairfield Interfaith Food Pantry

    Church-run food pantry for Fairfield, Benton and nearby towns, 1st and 3rd Thursdays. Supported by Fairfield Church of the Nazarene.

    Time
    Ongoing
    Where
    Waterville, Maine, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    FCA Maine

    FCA Maine

    Sports ministry serving coaches and athletes across Maine. Supported by Eastpoint Christian Church.

    Time
    Ongoing
    Where
    Portland, Maine, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    First Baptist Church Food Pantry

    First Baptist Church Food Pantry

    Church-run weekly food pantry and light brunch, Wednesdays 10:30 am to 12:30 pm. Supported by First Baptist Church of Portland.

    Time
    Ongoing
    Where
    Portland, Maine, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    First Hope Food Outreach

    First Hope Food Outreach

    A monthly food ministry for Old Town and nearby towns offering bags of fresh fruit, vegetables and meat with no application needed, picked up the fourth Saturday; volunteers help package food. Supported by Old Town Christian Fellowship.

    Time
    Ongoing
    Where
    Old Town, Maine, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    GriefShare at Faith Church

    GriefShare at Faith Church

    Church-run grief support group, offered online and in person. Supported by Faith Church Waterville (Faith Evangelical Free Church).

    Time
    Ongoing
    Where
    Waterville, Maine, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    Living to L.A.S.T.

    Living to L.A.S.T.

    Christian nonprofit organizing men for home repairs for neighbors in need. Supported by Eastpoint Christian Church.

    Time
    Ongoing
    Where
    Portland, Maine, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    Long Creek volunteer ministry

    Long Creek volunteer ministry

    Volunteers offering encouragement and spiritual guidance at a youth detention facility. Supported by White Pine Church.

    Time
    Ongoing
    Where
    Portland, Maine, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    Men’s and Women’s Recovery

    Men’s and Women’s Recovery

    Church-run weekly recovery groups for men and women facing addiction. Supported by East Auburn Baptist Church.

    Time
    Ongoing
    Where
    Lewiston, Maine, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    Mercy Team

    Mercy Team

    Church team serving neighbors in vulnerable circumstances. Supported by Christ the Redeemer Presbyterian Church.

    Time
    Ongoing
    Where
    Portland, Maine, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    New Commandment Ministry

    New Commandment Ministry

    Men’s teams doing monthly home repairs for widows and single parents. Supported by East Auburn Baptist Church.

    Time
    Ongoing
    Where
    Lewiston, Maine, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    Nursing Home Ministry

    Nursing Home Ministry

    Teams visit local nursing homes to lead worship, share Scripture, and pray with residents who cannot get to church; volunteers join the visiting teams. Supported by Calvary Chapel Bangor.

    Time
    Ongoing
    Where
    Orrington, Maine, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    Pathway Community Center Food Pantry

    Pathway Community Center Food Pantry

    Church-run food pantry at the Lewiston and Brunswick campuses. Supported by Pathway Vineyard Church.

    Time
    Ongoing
    Where
    Lewiston, Maine, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    The Point Community Center

    The Point Community Center

    Church-run community center with gym, indoor turf, play space, and meeting rooms. Supported by Eastpoint Christian Church.

    Time
    Ongoing
    Where
    Portland, Maine, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    Pregnancy Care Center of Aroostook

    Pregnancy Care Center of Aroostook

    A Care Net pregnancy center in Presque Isle serving Aroostook County with free support, education and parenting help for women and families; volunteers serve in weekly or monthly roles after training. Supported by Framework Church.

    Time
    Ongoing
    Where
    Presque Isle, Maine, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    The Root Cellar

    The Root Cellar

    Faith-based neighborhood center: youth mentoring, food shares, English classes. Supported by Eastpoint Christian Church.

    Time
    Ongoing
    Where
    Portland, Maine, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    Street Disciples (Eastpoint Outreach Ministry)

    Street Disciples (Eastpoint Outreach Ministry)

    Church outreach team sharing the gospel and caring for people who are homeless. Supported by Eastpoint Christian Church.

    Time
    Ongoing
    Where
    Portland, Maine, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    Vineyard Food Pantry

    Vineyard Food Pantry

    Church-run food pantry distributing groceries weekly; volunteer teams sort and serve. Supported by Vineyard Church of Greater Portland.

    Time
    Ongoing
    Where
    Portland, Maine, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    Way of Escape Addiction Support Bible Study

    Way of Escape Addiction Support Bible Study

    A Thursday-night Christ-centered Bible study for people struggling with addiction, those in recovery, and their families; volunteers help host and pray with attendees. Supported by Calvary Chapel Downeast.

    Time
    Ongoing
    Where
    Trenton, Maine, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    Young Life Casco Bay

    Young Life Casco Bay

    Youth ministry at Portland and Falmouth middle and high schools. Supported by First Baptist Church of Portland.

    Time
    Ongoing
    Where
    Portland, Maine, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

Medical & public health

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    First Step Pregnancy Resource Center

    First Step Pregnancy Resource Center

    Faith-based clinic offering free pregnancy testing, ultrasounds, and decision support. Supported by Pilgrim Orthodox Presbyterian Church.

    Time
    Ongoing
    Where
    Bangor, Maine, United States
    Area
    Medical & public health

    Last verified October 7, 2026

Missions

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    Calvary Chapel Belfast Local Outreach

    Calvary Chapel Belfast Local Outreach

    Church teams take on practical projects around Belfast such as building accessibility ramps, tech help for seniors, stacking firewood and rides to appointments; volunteers sign up through the missions board. Supported by Calvary Chapel Belfast.

    Time
    Ongoing
    Where
    Belfast, Maine, United States
    Area
    Missions

    Last verified October 7, 2026

Prison & re-entry

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    The Mansion Church

    The Mansion Church

    Bangor church serving people who are homeless or formerly incarcerated; jail ministry. Supported by Crosspoint Church.

    Time
    Ongoing
    Where
    Bangor, Maine, United States
    Area
    Prison & re-entry

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    Prison Ministry

    Prison Ministry

    Volunteers lead worship services and Bible studies and offer biblical counseling in local jails and prisons. Supported by Calvary Chapel Bangor.

    Time
    Ongoing
    Where
    Orrington, Maine, United States
    Area
    Prison & re-entry

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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