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Schedule of Memorial Day Masses

Posted on May 23, 2023 in: Events

Schedule of Memorial Day Masses

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 Road, Montville
Reverend Frank Gilbert - Celebrant

In case of inclement weather, the Mass will be celebrated in St. John Church, Uncasville.

10 a.m. St. Mary Cemetery, Jefferson Avenue, New London
Most Reverend Michael R. Cote, DD - Celebrant

In case of inclement weather, this Mass will be celebrated in St. Mary Church, New London.

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