Posted on June 11, 2026 in: News
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A local Scout’s commitment to serving others is already making a meaningful impact—and there is still time to help.
Anthony DePaola, a member of Boy Scout Troop 13 in Colchester, has launched a food drive benefiting Catholic Charities of Norwich as his Eagle Scout service project. His ambitious goal is to collect one ton (2,000 pounds) of non-perishable food to help support individuals and families experiencing food insecurity throughout the Diocese of Norwich.
Thanks to the generosity of parishioners and community members, the first collection d...
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Posted on June 17, 2026 in: News
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Dear God,
Thank you for loving us with your perfect heart of a father. We ask you this Father's Day and always to guide and protect the hearts of all men in fatherly roles who are striving to love with your heart and do your work.
Give them pure, chaste, courageous, and creative hearts like Saint Joseph. Give them hearts that never tire of serving those they are called to love. Give them hearts that seek out their loved ones and gently turn their gaze to see You, who is Love.
And we ask you, Father, to bless them abundantly today....
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Posted on June 11, 2026 in: News
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Consecration of the United States to the Sacred Heart of Jesus
Thursday, June 11, 2026
As the United States marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the nation's Catholic bishops are inviting the faithful to participate in a historic act of faith and renewal. On June 11, 2026, the United States was formally consecrated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, entrusting our country, families, communities, and future to Christ's loving care.
Through prayer, reflection, and devotion to the Sacred Heart—a symbol of Jesus'...
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Posted on June 17, 2026 in: Events
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The Knights of Columbus Cardinal Spellman Council in Colchester invites parishioners, families and friends to gather for an evening of delicious food, fellowship and charitable giving at its upcoming Italian Dinner on Saturday, June 20, 2026.
The dinner will take place immediately following the 4 p.m. Mass and continue until 7 p.m. in the meeting hall at St. Andrew Roman Catholic Church in Colchester.
Guests will enjoy penne pasta with marinara sauce and meatballs, garden salad, Italian bread, garlic bites, a stuffed appetizer, and a variety of drinks and de...
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Posted on June 17, 2026 in: News
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Sr. Patricia Blais, DHS, 100, a member of the Daughters of the Holy Spirit, died Thursday, June 11, 2026, at St. Joseph Living Center in Windham.
Born Fleurette Patricia Marie Blais on March 17, 1926, in Lewiston, Maine, she was the daughter of Joseph Stanislas Blais and Marie Stella Goulette Blais. At 19, she attended the Boston Ritter School of Floral Design in preparation to manage her family’s flower shop. In 1961, she entered the Daughters of the Holy Spirit and was known as Sr. Marie Stella.
Sr. Patricia began teaching first grade in Burlington, Vermont, w...
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Posted on June 17, 2026 in: Events
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As our nation commemorates the 250th Anniversary of the United States, the Cathedral of Saint Patrick invites the community to gather for an evening of music, patriotism, and unity on Friday, July 3, at 6:30 p.m.
The special Patriotic Sing-A-Long will feature Cathedral organist Michael Steven Lianos leading attendees through beloved American hymns and patriotic favorites that have inspired generations of Americans. Selections will include My Country 'Tis of Thee, The Star-Spangled Banner, Eternal Father, Strong to Save (commonly known as the Navy Hymn), Bat...
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