The Lenten Mission is an opportunity for us to deepen our faith, take time for reflection, and pray. Please join us as we explore the Saints and how they call us to renew our relationship with Christ. Thursday- March 10, 17, 24, 31, & April 7 at 7:00 - 7:45PM To register, contact Marianne at (860)848-2237 ex. 304 or email her at manicholas@norwichdiocese.net WEEK 1- Fr. Jeffrey Ellis on St. Dominic       Looking for additional resources to help you prepare for Easter? Bookmark the link below and visit it often as ...

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  2022 Lenten Bible Study The Passion, Death and Resurrection of Jesus Christ   Where: St. Patrick Cathedral Hall When: Wednesday March 16, 23, and 30 Time: 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Prepare your hearts to celebrate the Resurrection of Our Lord Jesus Christ at Easter by participating in this three-week Bible Study Lenten Program. The program includes Scripture study, Lectio Divina (prayerful reading of Scripture), AND Adoration and Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament at each session! The program will be coordinated by Fr. Michael Bovino and facilita...

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Fasting & Abstinence Ash Wednesday and Good Friday are obligatory days of fasting and abstinence for Catholics. In addition, Fridays during Lent are obligatory days of abstinence. The norms on fasting are obligatory from age 18 until age 59. When fasting, a person is permitted to eat one full meal, as well as two smaller meals that together are not equal to a full meal. The norms concerning abstinence from meat are binding upon members of the Catholic Church from age 14 onwards. Churches Offering Friday Lenten Meals Are you looking for a break from co...

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Brothers in Christ is a Virtual Gathering of Men who will share faith, personal experiences, and discussion.  Every second Thursday of the month beginning on October 14th from 7pm – 7:45pm, Brothers of Christ will meet online.  If you are interested in developing fellowship and discipleship with other men devoted to Christ, then register by email Liza Roach at lroach@norwichdiocese.net or call (860)848-2237 ex. 305.  All Are Welcome!

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Do you have an upcoming parish or school event that would be of interest to others in the Diocese? Promote Your Parish or School Event Around the Diocese Submissions Press releases announcing a diocesan, parish, or Catholic school-sponsored event must be received at least 14 days in advance of the event..  Your information should be typed into the body of an email. Please DO NOT submit flyers. Compose your submission as seen below. Provide the essential information about your event — what, when, where, and whom to contact. 175-word maxi...

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Join Us on a Eucharistic Pilgrimage Ever since a 2019 Pew Research Center study found that only 31 percent of self- identifying Catholics said they believe that Jesus Christ truly becomes present in Holy Communion, the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops has been calling for a Eucharistic Revival in the Church.  A core tenet of the Catholic faith is that the Body and Blood of Jesus Christ is truly made present in the Eucharist. But belief in The True Presence has waned in recent years. Cardinal Seán O’Malley invites all the Catholic faithful...

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