Parishioners gather for Mass at the Church of the Immaculate Conception Sunday, March 17, 2019.
PORTLAND, ME - MARCH 17: The Diocese of Portland kicks off a year-long celebration of the Church of the Immaculate Conception's 150th anniversary. (Staff photo by Jill Brady/Staff Photographer.)
Parishioners prepare for Mass at the Church of the Immaculate Conception.
A candle is lit prior to Mass Sunday, March 17, 2019.
The Diocese of Portland kicks off a year-long celebration of the Church of the Immaculate Conception's 150th anniversary.
Bishop Robert Deeley enters the Church of the Immaculate Conception for Mass.
The Diocese of Portland kicks off a year-long celebration of the Church of the Immaculate Conception's 150th anniversary.
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