May 10 - June 13
Alzheimer’s and dementia-related illness program
Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia-Related Illness & Aging: Healthy Brain and Healthy Body, Sponsored by the Caregiver Spirituality Ministry-Office of Faith Events. Please join us for a morning of information and sharing, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. at the following parishes on the respective dates. Refreshments will be provided. Keynote speaker will be The Alzheimer Association’s Eastern Region Director of Education and Outreach. May 10, St. Sebastian Church,...
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Couples, are you looking for a unique date night idea that will enrich both your relationship and your spiritual lives? Grab your favorite beverage and join other couples for an uplifting Couples’ Happy Hour that will inspire you and offer different perspectives about romance, relationships and family life.
The Diocesan Catholic Family Services Office is sponsoring a virtual Couples’ Happy Hour the second Friday every other month beginning September 9 from 7-8:30 p.m.. Each evening will include a presentation on topics relevant to today’s couples,...
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Marriage Encounter
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Brothers in Christ is a men’s group focusing on prayer, discussions about our faith and leading men in fellowship to build up the body of Christ.
The group was started last year by members Don Gould and Deacon Dan D’Amelio, of Saint John Paul II parish, and Michael Lopez, of Divine Mercy Parish, under the guidance of the Office of Faith Events for the Diocese of Norwich.
The men’s group proved to be very successful, with online virtual discussions every second Tuesday of the month. Each month brought a new topic of discussion and interact...
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Catholic Charities Financial Empowerment Workshop
Next workshop:
When: Monday, May 8, 2023 9am-12pm and 1pm to 4pm
Where:Catholic Charities Norwich Office, 331 Main St
All are welcome!
Meeting to share stories about paying bills and avoiding identity frauds and scams is usually not a happy time. However, recently at Catholic Charities Norwich Office, participants vied with one another to share their monetary success stories. They were among the women and men who have already completed the Financial Empowerment Program in the Diocese of Norwich since January. ...
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Who do you know who can keep giving for nearly 50 years with smiles on their faces? The answer can be found with a volunteer charitable group of women at St. John the Evangelist Church in Old Saybrook. They are officially called the Father Hussion Columbiettes Auxiliary 2968 of the Knights of Columbus. They are dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary, St. Theresa the Little Flower and St. Joan of Arc. Their motto is a blue circle that represents the world, a white cross representing Christ’s love for us, rays that represent their zeal to serve God through the Mediums of ...
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Memorial Day
Monday, May 29, 2023
Schedule of Diocesan Cemetery Masses
9 a.m. St. Joseph Cemetery, Boswell Avenue, Norwich
Monsignor Leszek Janik - Celebrant
In case of inclement weather, this Mass will be celebrated in the Cathedral of St. Patrick, 213 Broadway, Norwich.
9 a.m. Sacred Heart Cemetery, Harland Road, Taftville
Reverend Christopher Zmuda - Celebrant
In case of inclement weather, the Mass will be celebrated in Sacred Heart Church, Taftville.
9 a.m. St. Patrick Cemetery, Depot ...
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Join us at The Cathedral of St. Patrick for two momentous celebrations of faith and service!
Mark your calendar for the Transitional Diaconate Ordination on Saturday, June 3, 2023, at 10:30 am. Be inspired as three devoted men take a significant step towards their priesthood journey. Their unwavering commitment and spiritual preparation will be on display during this sacred ceremony.
Then, save the date for the Permanent Diaconate Ordination on July 8, 2023, at 10:30 am. Witness the culmination of years of formation and discernment as five dedicated men, balanci...
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“Into the Breach” is an apostolic exhortation by Bishop Olmstead of Phoenix which explores the need for men to step into the breach in the battle for the family. The Knights of Columbus has produced a series of 12 videos based on Bishop Olmstead’s work. Each session of the study group includes prayer, watching one of the 12 videos, discussion of the topic presented, and review of quotes from Scripture and the exhortation.
The ITB Study Group meets at St. Columba Church, Columbia, Connecticut. Schedule: 8:30 Mass, 9:00 Rosary, 9:20 ...
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Brothers in Christ
A Men’s Virtual Faith Group Meets monthly on the second Thursday of the month. Join this gathering of men who will share faith, personal experiences, and discussion. If you are interested in developing fellowship and discipleship with other men devoted to Christ, register by emailing Liza Roach at lroach@norwichdiocese.net or call 860-848-2237 ext. 305.
Couples Happy Hour
Make your Couple relationship a priority this year and join other couples for an uplifting ‘Couples Happy Hour’ January 13, 2023, from 7- 8 PM. W...
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Come join us for a Mass of Healing and Hope on the third Sunday of every month at 2 p.m. at Church of the Holy Family, 185 Church St, Hebron. The next Mass scheduled will be on May 21. Mass will be celebrated by Father Ray Introvigne with a healing service following the Mass led by Father Ray.
For more information, contact Andrea Hoisl at faithevents@norwichdiocese.net or (860) 848-2237 ext. 203
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Join us each month to pray a Eucharistic Holy Hour for vocations led by Bishop Cote. These hours of adoration are a wonderful opportunity to pray for vocations to priesthood and religious life, to pray for our seminarians, and for our priests and religious already serving our diocese. The first Holy Hour of 2023 is Thursday, January 19 at 6 PM.
See the schedule below.
January 19, SS. Peter & Paul, Norwich
February 16, St. John, Montville
March 16, Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Quaker Hill
April 20, St. Philip, Ashford
May 11, St. Andrew, Colc...
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