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What's New in the February Four County Catholic

Posted on February 11, 2021 in: News, Lent

What's New in the February Four County Catholic

The latest issue of the Four County Catholic is available now, and is filled cover to cover with news from within the Diocese of Norwich.

Lent with a Different Look

Lent begins on Ash Wednesday, February 17. Changes to the
distribution of ashes are being made this year to ensure the safety of the clergy and faithful.

Shattered Dreams to Self-Forgiveness

Read the words of a woman who suffered for decades from the devastating trauma of abortion and the forgiveness she
eventually found.

March for Life

A very different, virtual March for Life took place in 2021. Read all about it.

There also are columns by Bishop Cote, Catholic Charities, Outreach to Haiti, the Office of Faith Events, the schools, and news from the ministries within the diocese.

The issue is available in full, online by clicking here or on the cover photo above.

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Celebrate the Closing of the Jubilee Year of 2025

Posted on January 01, 2026 in: News, Jubilee 2025

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Celebrate the Closing of the Jubilee Year of 2025

Join Bishop Richard F. Reidy on Sunday, January 4, 2026, at the Cathedral of Saint Patrick, Norwich, for the closing of the Jubilee Year with Confessions beginning at 12:30 p.m. (priests available for the Sacrament of Reconciliation), followed by Adoration and choral Vespers (Liturgy of the Hours) at 2:00 p.m. See Letter from the Most Reverend Richard F. Reidy below “May the light of Christian hope illumine every man and woman, as a message of God’s love addressed to all!” — Pope Francis My dear brothers and sisters in the Lord, ...

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Prayer for the New Year

Posted on December 30, 2025 in: News

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Prayer for the New Year (Used and recommended by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, adapted from the Roman Missal and the Liturgy of the Hours) O God of time and eternity, we thank You for all the blessings of the past year and entrust to You the days of the year to come. Grant us Your wisdom to use each moment well, Your mercy to forgive what is past, and Your grace to walk faithfully in Your will. Help us grow in love for You and for one another, to seek justice, practice charity, and place our hope always in You. May the li...

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Pope Leo XIV: To Let God Work in Your Life, You Have to Empty Yourself

Posted on December 30, 2025 in: News

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Pope Leo XIV: To Let God Work in Your Life, You Have to Empty Yourself

Pope Leo XIV meets with a group of pilgrims from St. Thomas of Villanova Parish in Alcalá de Henares, Spain, on Dec. 29, 2025, in the Apostolic Palace at the Vatican. | Credit: Vatican Media Pope Leo XIV on Monday explained that in order to allow God’s action in our personal lives, people must “empty” themselves and cultivate a deep inner life. The pontiff made the observation during a Dec. 29 audience at the Apostolic Palace with a group of pilgrims from St. Thomas of Villanova Parish in Alcalá de Henares, Spain. The event took place in...

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As Holy Doors Close, Cardinals Emphasize God's Arms are Always Open

Posted on December 30, 2025 in: News, Jubilee 2025

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As Holy Doors Close, Cardinals Emphasize God's Arms are Always Open

Pope Leo XIV will solemnly conclude the Jubilee Year Jan. 6 at St. Peter's Basilica, but the holy doors at the other papal basilicas of Rome were closed over the last few days by the cardinals who serve as the basilicas' archpriests. ROME (CNS) -- The path to conversion, the door to God's mercy and the call to live in Christian hope all continue beyond the Jubilee Year, said the three cardinals who closed the Holy Doors at three major basilicas in Rome. On the feast of the Epiphany, Jan. 6, Pope Leo will solemnly close the Holy Door of St. Peter's Basi...

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Our Lady, Queen of Hope Award to Honor Women of Vision and Faith in the Diocese of Norwich

Posted on December 30, 2025 in: News, Events

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Our Lady, Queen of Hope Award to Honor Women of Vision and Faith in the Diocese of Norwich

The Diocese of Norwich is now accepting nominations for the Norwich Diocesan Our Lady, Queen of Hope Award, a new honor created to recognize a woman whose faith, leadership, and service have made a lasting impact on the life of the Church. The award will be presented by Bishop Richard F. Reidy and is named in honor of Our Lady, Queen of Hope, our Blessed Mother, who serves as the perfect model of faith, trust, and humble leadership. Through her “yes” to God, Mary teaches us what it means to lead with courage, compassion, and hope—virtues that this award...

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