Discover Portland, MEs Best Religious and Spiritual Gems

As a deeply religious and spiritual writer, one of my favorite things about Portland, ME is the vibrant religious and sacred scene that can be found throughout the city. From historic churches to quirky new age shops, there are so many places to explore that showcase the unique spiritual pursuits that thrive in this charming coastal town.

One mustvisit location for those interested in religion is the stunning Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception (307 Congress St). This beautiful Roman Catholic church was built in 1866 and features incredible stainedglass windows, intricate woodwork, and breathtakingly detailed statues. Even if you arent religious yourself, its hard not to feel moved by the sheer artistry on display here.

For something a bit more offbeat but still deeply meaningful spiritually speaking stop at The Green Hand Bookshop (661 Congress St), which specializes in occult books as well as environmentalism titles. Youll find tarot cards galore alongside works by Thoreau or Rachel Carson.

Another great spot for exploring spirituality with an artistic twist is SPACE Gallery (538 Congress St). Here youll find all sorts of creative events happening throughout the year from performances rooted both Paganism & Christianity . Whether its music concerts or exhibitions featuring work from local artists , theres always something intriguing going on at SPACE gallery

If youre looking for peace amidst nature whilst travelling then consider visiting Two Lights State Park (7 Tower Dr) where visitors can admire sea shrubs while feeling relaxed by rock formations. Just be mindful when visiting this beautiful park respect should be paid when entering what may have been grounds were used by Wabanaki tribes long before European colonization began .

Lastly wed be remiss not mention Old Port district with its abundance of independentlyowned crystal shops , selling natural minerals believed have healing energy properties. Among our personal favorites are The Holy Donut (7 Exchange St) with its unique, as it could be considered a holy food by folks who love them.

Overall, Portland is chockfull of wonderful religious and spiritual gems just waiting to be discovered. Whether youre drawn to traditional churches or more modern takes on spirituality, theres plenty to explore here that will leave you feeling inspired and spiritually enriched.

Websites:

https://cathedraloftheimmaculateconceptionportland.maindiocese.org/

https://www.greenhandbooks.blogspot.com

http://space538.org/

https://www.maine.gov/cgibin/online/doc/parksearch/details.pl?park_id14

Twitter handles:

@MaineHHHDonuts

@PortCityLiturgy