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Evangelization & Discipleship Ministry

The Evangelization & Discipleship Ministry assists the Diocese and its parishes by providing high-quality support services and events that help Catholics of all ages—especially youth—know, practice, and share their faith in a meaningful and purposeful way. The office encompasses Family Life Ministry, Catholic Scouting, Catechesis, C.Y.O. Sports, Evangelization, Faith Formation, RCIA, and Youth and Young Adult Ministries.

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Calendar of Parish Events from Around the Diocese

in: Around the Diocese

Do you have an upcoming parish or school event that would be of interest to others in the Diocese? These folks do! Around the Diocese Submissions Please provide your event details to your parish administrator for submission. Email submissions are NOT accepted. Descriptions are limited to 30 words. Parish Admin Log-In Calendar of Events Here's what's happening Around the Diocese! Upcoming Events For events with additional information, click the blue event title to view the complete announcement or r...

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A Blessing Upon the Land: Bishop Reidy Blesses Wehpittituck Farm in Honor of St. Francis of Assisi

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Bishop Richard F. Reidy opens the Blessing of the Farm near the barn at Wehpittituck Farm, its loft doors draped with an American flag. As farmers moved into the heart of the growing and harvest season, members of the Catholic community gathered under a clear summer sky on Tuesday, Aug. 18, for a Blessing of the Farm at Wehpittituck Farm on Cove Road in Stonington. Bishop Richard F. Reidy led the outdoor rite in honor of St. Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of ecology and animals, giving thanks for the land and asking God's continued protection over the farm, its ...

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Photos: St. Michael the Archangel Celebration of the Assumption

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A Tradition Continues in Pawcatuck Hosted by the St. Michael Maria Assunta Society, this tradition was brought here by the Sicilian Tusani who migrated and settled in Pawcatuck. The beautiful statue of the Blessed Mother was carved in Genoa from wood and shipped from Palermo, Sicily, in 1935. Over the years, the celebration has centered around the tradition of a special Sunday Mass and a procession with the statue of the Blessed Mother through the streets of Pawcatuck, accompanied by a band playing traditional music. Along the route, people stop the procession to ...

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Brothers in Christ with Bishop Reidy

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Brothers in Christ: Building Fellowship Through Faith and Prayer Men throughout the Diocese of Norwich are invited to deepen their faith and strengthen their relationship with Christ through Brothers in Christ, a virtual gathering centered on prayer, fellowship and meaningful discussion. Designed as a place where men can come together to share their faith and personal experiences, Brothers in Christ offers an opportunity to encourage one another in Christian discipleship while growing in their spiritual lives. The group will hold its f...

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Sacred Heart on the Lake Announces Fall Retreat Days and Spiritual Offerings

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Sacred Heart on the Lake Retreat Center in Higganum invites the faithful to step away from the busyness of daily life this fall and make time for prayer, reflection and spiritual renewal through several upcoming programs. The fall schedule begins with “Jesus’ Divine Mercy & His Sacred Heart of Unconditional Love” Retreat Day on Saturday, September 5, from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Led by Sr. Lany Jo Smith, ASCJ, the retreat is being offered for the fourth time by popular request. The day will include a continental breakfast and full lunch. A don...

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Two New Faith Programs Invite Women and Men to Grow Closer to Christ

in: Events, Around the Diocese

She Shall Be Called Woman Women will meet Saturdays from 9:30 to 11 a.m. in St. Mary Church Hall in Coventry. Meetings will be held weekly to biweekly. Register online: https://programs.paradisusdei.org/join/E92E1F REGISTER FOR SHE SHALL BE CALLED WOMAN For questions, contact Dr. Mary Manton, Core Team Leader, at mantonm@aol.com. That Man Is You Men will meet weekly on Saturdays from 6:45 to 8:15 a.m. at the St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Center in Storrs. Register online: https://programs.paradisusdei.org/join/5179F5 REGISTER FOR THAT MAN IS YOU ...

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