Home/Stay Informed/All Diocesan Articles

All Diocesan Articles

'Not Easy, But Fulfilling' - Young Adults Gather for Annual Mass in Storrs

Posted on January 24, 2023 in: News

'Not Easy, But Fulfilling' - Young Adults Gather for Annual Mass in Storrs

Bishop Cote reminded young adults in our diocese of the promises of God as he preached to the young adults of the diocese gathered at Saint Thomas Aquinas Chapel in Storrs for the 5th Annual Young Adult Mass and the first Mass of UConn's spring semester.

The Mass and reception drew young adults from around the diocese; college students, Crossroads for Christ members, and others who braved slick roads to attend the event. "It's a blessing to be here celebrating the Mass with the bishop. It's a moment I'll cherish to be here with all the students. My great-uncle is a bishop back in Sri Lanka. So being with the bishop today was extra special" said Emma, a junior at Uconn.

Emily, a senior at UConn, said, "It was so special to have Bishop Cote here with us for the first student Mass of the semester."

The night was certainly a blessing for all those in attendance and encouraged young adults to continue their journey with Christ and one another.

For some in attendance, going back to UConn made the evening somewhat nostalgic. "My entire Catholic journey started at the ping-pong table here," said Evelyn, a now-Crossroads for Christ member, "I entered the Church last year on the feast of Saint Joseph."

Being a Catholic young adult in today's world is no easy feat. Natalia confirmed this. "It is definitely challenging in the world today with a lot of political differences. It definitely is not easy being a Catholic young adult. There's a lot of pressure from college life and the world tells us how to be happy. It's hard to go against it. It's not easy, but it's fulfilling."

The petitions at the Young Adult Mass begged for oneness and in that same vein, attendees passionately expressed gratitude for their community.

"It's a really vibrant community here. Everybody is pretty active. A lot of people want to be here. Everyone really cares for each other," said Emily of the UConn Catholic community. Maria noted that, in particular, "it's been a gift to bond with the women in this faith community." Another attendee, John, stated, "The Diocese of Norwich and UConn have such great communities. The priests are always very nourishing and welcoming. And even in his own struggles the Bishop still sacrificed and came out here for us." 

Jessica, a member of the Crossroads for Christ community, sums up the joy of the night perfectly. "As an alumni of UConn and a member of the Diocese of Norwich, it was a really lovely evening to be able to join at St. Thomas Aquinas with the Bishop. It was lovely just to see young college students continue to worship together and to come back with other Crossroads members to be in one community in the diocese." 

 

Let us continue to pray for young adults in the Church and support each other's faith journeys. You are invited to join in praying this Eucharistic Revival-themed prayer given out at the Young Adult Mass.

Heavenly Father,

In Your loving mercy You sent Your son, Jesus Christ, anointed by the Spirit, 

to redeem the world through His Paschal Mystery. 

The disciples on the road to Emmaus pleaded with the Lord "Stay with us."

Promising to remain with His church, 

and to nourish us as the Bread of Life and Cup of Salvation, 

Jesus left us the Sacrament of Salvation in the Eucharist. 

Stir up in our hearts a lively faith in Jesus' real, loving, and saving presence,

and may the Eucharist become the pattern of our lives.

As a pilgrim church, may we be nourished and strengthened at the Eucharistic table,

and so "do unto others" in love as you have loved us. 

Through the intercessions of St. Patrick and St. Anne, 

may we remain in your love through the Sacrament of your Love.

Amen. 

Article and photos by Morgan Martens


Most Viewed Articles of the Last 30 Days

Join Bishop Reidy for a Youth Hike!

Posted on June 17, 2025 in: News, Events

1677

Join Bishop Reidy for a Youth Hike!
Middle School and High School youth are invited to a special hike with Bishop Reidy on Saturday, July 19th at 10:00 A.M. at Hurd State Park in East Hampton. Hurd State Park provides the perfect backdrop for a meaningful outdoor adventure, blending fun, exercise, scenic views, and moments of spiritual reflection. The park's flexible trails, peaceful riverside spots, and stunning overlooks make it an ideal place to connect with nature and one another. What to bring: Comfortable shoes, water, and a picnic lunch. Parents are welcome, and Youth Groups are encoura...

Read More

Now Hiring: Faith Filled Educators

Posted on June 17, 2025 in: News, School News

1219

Now Hiring: Faith Filled Educators
There are several current job openings for educators in our diocese.  The positions are updated weekly, so be sure to bookmark this page in your browser-  NorwichDiocese.org/Employment Click Here to See the Current Open Positions  All candidates must complete the official professional application to be considered for a teaching position or principal position and submit it to the Diocesan School Office. Applications are available on the employment page of the website. Visit NorwichDiocese.org/Employment to view all of the open jobs in the di...

Read More

Prayer for Our Nation

Posted on July 03, 2025 in: News

1120

Prayer for Our Nation
  Prayer for Our Nation   God our Father, Giver of life, we entrust the United States of America to Your loving care. You are the rock on which this nation was founded. You alone are the true source of our cherished rights of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. Reclaim this land for Your glory and dwell among Your people. Send Your Spirit to touch the hearts of our nation’s leaders. Open their minds to the great worth of human life and the responsibilities that accompany human freedom. Remind Your people that true happiness is r...

Read More

Pray for the Pope: Join the Sacred Heart Novena June 19–27
Knights of Columbus Launches Sacred Heart Novena for Pope Leo XIV New Haven, Conn. — The Knights of Columbus have announced a special novena to the Sacred Heart of Jesus for the intention of Pope Leo XIV, beginning June 19—his anniversary of priestly ordination—and concluding June 27, the Solemnity of the Sacred Heart. Supreme Knight Patrick Kelly is encouraging Knights, their families, and all people of goodwill to participate in the novena and to submit personal prayer intentions, which he will personally bring to Rome later this Jubilee Year. P...

Read More

Clergy Appointments

Posted on July 09, 2025 in: News, Vocations

883

Clergy Appointments
July 3, 2025 The Most Reverend Richard F. Reidy, Bishop of Norwich, has made the following clergy and diocesan appointments in the Diocese of Norwich   DIOCESAN APPOINTMENT Rev. Msgr. Leszek T. Janik, JCL, Vicar General of the Diocese of Norwich, while continuing as Pastor of Sacred Heart Church, Norwichtown, and Saint Joseph Church, Norwich. Effective: June 5, 2025. Very Rev. Ted Tumicki, STL, JCL, Judicial Vicar for the Tribunal Office of the Diocese of Norwich. Effective: June 5, 2025.   CLERGY APPOINTMENT Reverend Francis Gi...

Read More

St. Vincent de Paul Place Norwich Celebrates New Elevator
On June 24, St. Vincent de Paul Place (SVdPP) in Norwich held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to unveil a new elevator, enhancing accessibility for clients and streamlining the movement of donations. Bishop Richard F. Reidy, at right, blessed the elevator and attendees, and SVdPP Executive Director Jill Corbin emphasized the project as a shared commitment to “accessibility and dignity.” The $3.3 million project, which began over two years ago, was funded through a combination of state support, in the form of $1.7 million from Connecticut’s Department ...

Read More

Annual Catholic Appeal

ACA DONATE

English

Español

 

Latest Articles
Notre-Dame Cathedral Welcomes More Than 6 Million Visitors Since Reopening
Bishop Reidy to Take Part in Annual Stonington Blessing of the Fleet
5 Ways to Sanctify Your Summer Vacation and Evangelize
Pope Leo Meets with Supreme Knight, Supreme Chaplain
Clergy Appointments
Parishes Need to Launch 'Revolution of Care' for the Elderly, Pope Says
The Role of Spirituality in a Caregiver’s Life
Saints — Men and Women of Holiness
Recently Added Galleries
Click to view album: Episcopal Ordination of Bishop Richard F. Reidy
Click to view album: Students Called to Feed the Hungry
Click to view album: 40 Days for Life 2024
Click to view album: Blessing of the Fleet 2024
Signup for Weekly Newsletter

     

    Roman Catholic Diocese of Norwich
    201 Broadway
    Norwich, CT 06360-4328
    Phone: 860-887-9294