Posted on September 14, 2026 in: News, Events
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Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen to Be Beatified September 24
One of the most recognizable Catholic voices of the 20th century will soon be declared Blessed.
Venerable Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen will be beatified on Thursday, September 24, 2026, during a Mass at The Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis, Missouri. The Mass begins at 2 p.m. Central Time — 3 p.m. Eastern Time and will be available for Catholics in the Diocese of Norwich and around the world to watch live.
Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle will preside at the Beatification Mass as the representative o...
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Posted on September 10, 2026 in: News
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WASHINGTON - “As conflicts intensify around the world, let us renew our commitment to be Christ’s instruments of peace in an increasingly fractured and divided world,” said Archbishop Paul S. Coakley, president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, in a statement marking the 25th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001.
Archbishop Coakley’s statement follows:
“As we prayerfully remember the tragedy of September 11, 2001, I invite all Catholics to join me in prayer for the victims taken from us in acts...
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Church Fairs, Bazaars & Holiday Events
Use the Handy List Below to See Where
Church Fairs, Bazaars and Special Seasonal Events
Are Being Held Throughout the Diocese.
You Can Also Add Events to Your Google Calendar from Ours.
Saturday, September 19, 8:30 AM – 3 PM
Sunday, September 20, 9 AM – Noon
Harvest Festival
Christ the King Church, Old Lyme
Enjoy a rummage sale, silent auction and plant sale. Saturday also features baked goods, food, live music and games. Many rummage sale items will be ha...
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Posted on September 09, 2026 in: News
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In Memoriam: Sister Anne Marie Berthiaume, DHS
April 8, 1935 – September 3, 2026
Sister Anne Marie Berthiaume, DHS, 91, a member of the Daughters of the Holy Spirit, died on Thursday, September 3, 2026, at St. Joseph Living Center in Windham, Connecticut.
Born Marie Anne Louise Berthiaume in Waterbury, Connecticut, she was the daughter of Lawrence (Loronzo) Berthiaume and Alice (Beland) Berthiaume.
After graduating from Waterbury Catholic High School as the business valedictorian in 1953, she entered the Daughters of the Holy Spirit and professed her vows ...
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Posted on September 09, 2026 in: News
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Accounts Payable & Office Assistant
Roman Catholic Diocese of Norwich
About the Diocese of Norwich
The Roman Catholic Diocese of Norwich serves the faithful across Eastern Connecticut and is committed to advancing the mission of Jesus Christ through worship, evangelization, education, charitable outreach, and stewardship of resources. The Diocese supports parishes, schools, ministries, clergy, and lay leaders in fostering vibrant Catholic communities rooted in faith, service, and discipleship.
As a diocesan employee, you become part of a faith-driven organiz...
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The World Mission Rosary: Praying With the Heart of the Church
By Fr. Richard D. Breton, Jr.
Diocesan Director
The Pontifical Mission Societies
One of the great treasures given to the missionary Church is the World Mission Rosary, a devotion especially dear to Venerable Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen. In 1951, while serving as National Director of the Society for the Propagation of the Faith, Archbishop Sheen introduced this special Rosary to encourage Catholics to lift their eyes beyond their own communities and embrace the needs of the entire world in prayer.
Archb...
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