Pilgrimage to the Shrines of St. Kateri Tekakwitha and the North American Martyrs Planned for July 14   The Diocese of Norwich invites the faithful to join Bishop Reidy for a special one-day pilgrimage to two of New York’s most beloved Catholic shrines on Tuesday, July 14, the Feast of St. Kateri Tekakwitha. Pilgrims will travel by deluxe motorcoach to the National Shrine of St. Kateri Tekakwitha in Fonda, New York, and the Shrine of Our Lady of Martyrs in Auriesville, where they will have the opportunity to pray, attend Mass, explore the grounds, and le...

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Prayer and Paint Night A Creative Evening of Faith & Renewal Step away from the noise of daily life and enter into a peaceful evening where creativity meets prayer. Christ the King Church in Old Lyme invites you to a special Prayer and Paint Night—a chance to slow down, reflect, and create in a spirit of faith and fellowship. Whether you're an experienced artist or simply seeking a moment of quiet renewal, this evening offers a gentle invitation to encounter God through beauty, stillness, and community. Event Details Date: Wednesday, Jun...

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  CYCLING WITH BISHOP REIDY Families are invited to join Bishop Reidy for a summer bike ride! Saturday, June 27th 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Hop River State Park Trail “Rockville Spur” Families will meet in the parking lot of St. Joseph’s Church 33 West Street, Vernon, CT 06066 and head to the trail together. The trail is a crushed stone and dirt path that spans approximately 7 miles total. After the bike ride, families are invited to bring and enjoy a picnic lunch together. Register Here Questions...

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  Marriage Encounter Experience August 28–30 • Holy Family Retreat Center, West Hartford Uncover the Secrets to a Lasting and Transformational Marriage This summer, couples are invited to pause, reflect, and reconnect during a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Experience at Holy Family Retreat Center in West Hartford, Connecticut. The Worldwide Marriage Encounter experience offers married couples a private and meaningful opportunity to create dialogue with one another and with God, deepening their understanding of what it means to be ...

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Help Anthony Reach One Ton of Food Eagle Scout Candidate Seeks Community Support for Catholic Charities 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...

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