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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Catholic Charities, Diocese of Norwich will be hosting its 17th Annual Golf Tournament on September 12, 2022, at Great Neck County Club in Waterford. Registration begins at 11:00 am.  Kick off your day with an all-you-can-eat BBQ and an on-sight cigar roller.  Shotgun start at 12:30 pm, concluding after play with delicious small bites, raffle results, and award winners. The price is $175 per player. Golfers of all levels are welcome.  If golf is not your game, we have many fantastic opportunities to highlight your business by donating a raffle item or b...

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Greetings, Men of God!          It’s time to get ready for the 15th Annual Connecticut Catholic Men’s Conference at Northwest Catholic HS, West Hartford, CT on SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2022.             BUY TICKETS ONLINE www.ctcatholicmen.org Doors open 7:30am and the event concludes with the Vigil Mass at 4pm. We’re calling all men of the parish to join us for a day of dynamic speakers, Exhibitors, incredible worship, Confession, Adoration, fellowship, and food! Our...

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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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Sunday, October 16 is the date set for the Annual Silver and Golden Wedding Anniversary Mass at the Cathedral of Saint Patrick in Norwich. Bishop Michael R. Cote, D.D., will be the main celebrant for the Mass, which will honor the enduring love of married couples. The Mass will begin at 2 p.m.  Each couple registering for the Mass will receive a signed certificate from the Bishop. The names of all registrants and their anniversary dates will also be listed on a special Anniversary Page on the Diocese of Norwich Website and included in The Four County Catholic, our d...

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