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48th Annual Layette Event to Support Local Families The Norwich Diocesan Council of Catholic Women invites women throughout the Diocese of Norwich to help provide essential items for babies and families in need. The Norwich Diocesan Council of Catholic Women will host its 48th Annual Layette Event on Sunday, June 7, from 1 to 3 p.m. at Our Lady of Lourdes Church, located at 1650 Route 12 in Gales Ferry. Women throughout the Diocese of Norwich are invited to participate by donating essential items for babies and young children. Requested donations include diapers,...

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Meet and Greet with Bishop Reidy An invitation for couples married up to five years Couples married within the last five years are invited to a special evening of fellowship and conversation with Bishop Richard F. Reidy. The Diocese of Norwich will host a “Meet and Greet with Bishop Reidy” on Friday, May 29, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. at the bishop’s home. This gathering offers newly married couples an opportunity to connect with one another, share in conversation, and spend time with Bishop Reidy in a welcoming and relaxed setting. Designed espec...

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Padre Pio’s Birthday Mass & Celebration Friday, May 22, 2026 The Padre Pio Foundation of America will host a special Birthday Mass and Celebration honoring St. Padre Pio on Friday, May 22, 2026, in Cromwell. The day will begin with an 11 a.m. Birthday Mass at Our Lady, Queen of the Apostles Chapel at Holy Apostles College and Seminary, located at 33 Prospect Hill Road, Cromwell, CT 06416. Following the Mass, attendees are invited to continue the celebration with light refreshments and birthday cake at the Padre Pio Foundation of America. Throughou...

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