Feastday: January 6
Beatified By: Pope John Paul II
Canonized By: October 17, 2010, Saint Peter's Square, Rome, by Pope Benedict XVI

Brother Andre is very special to the Holy Cross because God raised up this poor, uneducated man to be
their first Saint, a model of dedication and obedience.  

VISION STATEMENT: 
Saint Andre Bessette Catholic Church models its mission after the very dedication and obdience of it's namesake. We are a vibrant Roman Catholic community inspired by St. Andre Bessette to respond to the communities needs. We welcome all people - rich and poor, housed and homeless, healthy and ill, - to share in the love of Christ through our Hospitality. In partnership with the broader community, we defend the dignity of all people. 

MISSION: 
Saint Andre Bessette Catholic Church proclaims Christ's healing compassion in downtown Portland. Through prayer and service, we welcome all people to nurture community, restore hope, and share in God's persistent love.