As more opportunities grew for women in the workplace, and religious activity became accessible to the lay person, many religious communities saw a drop in numbers. Leith Warlick explores the Sisters of Mercy community and discusses the traditions that they continue to practice at St. Joseph's Convent in Portland.

Peter Lang-Stanton, Chloe Prasinos, and Roger Smith document the history of the Flagstaff and Dead River communities.

John Randolph captures the lives of caregivers and volunteers at Peabody House in Portland. These individuals offer support and services to people living with HIV/AIDS in Maine.

Britta-Lena Lasko documents the work of crossing guards in Portland.

Gabriel Caffrey documents the life and work of Dave Rose.

As a way to bridge the medical world and the spiritual world, serveral women became involved with a concept known as parish nursing. Margaret Conti highlights the lives of several women who perform duties as a parish nurse, showing their importance within their church community.

Although small businesses compete for clientele from large companies and see a growing rate in failure, the American dream is to start a business and be successful. Catherine O'Brien explores the lives of three business owners in Portland, who came to the United States as refugees, and run their own businesses as a way to service their community.

Salt staff captures a view of tourists enjoying their time in Maine.

Salt staff captures a view of tourists enjoying their time in Maine.

Along the coasts of the United States, the U.S. Coast Guard enforces maritime law and provides safety for people out on the waters. Patrick Williams speaks to members of the Coast Guard at Southwest Harbor and discusses their work and daily lives.

The creation of ceramic pieces is an art that potters take serious, generally not allowing people to watch them work. Anne Goldsmith watches and talks to potters at Rowantrees Pottery in Blue Hill to learn about their lives and their craft, uncovering the precise nature of their work.

Kyle Glover captures the daily life of a Sudanese family in Portland.