Home/Stay Informed/All Diocesan Articles

All Diocesan Articles

Current Articles | Archives | Search

Blessing of the Fleet Returns July 25th

Posted on July 21, 2021 in: Events

Blessing of the Fleet Returns July 25th

This weekend marks the return of the annual fishermen's Mass and Blessing of the Fleet at Stonington Borough. Several events are planned:

The Blessing of the Fleet 5K Road Race and 2 mile walk will be virtual this year. Run or walk in beautiful Stonington Borough or in your own neighborhood. Register at www.runreg.com/blessingofthef1eet5k
Join us on Saturday, July 24, at the Portuguese Holy Ghost Society from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. for a family-friendly gathering. There will be food for sale and Mama Emily's Sweet Treats will be selling ice cream for dessert. A local band will provide entertainment.
The annual Fishermen's Mass will be offered on Sunday, July 25, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Church. The Mass is offered to remember our deceased fishermen and their families and to pray for the safety and bountiful harvest of our current fishermen. After Mass, there will be a short ceremony at the Town Dock followed by the blessing of the boats by Bishop Cote.

Thank you for supporting the Blessing of the Fleet throughout the years. Look for the return of the traditional Blessing of the Fleet on July 31, 2022!

Most Viewed Articles of the Last 30 Days

An Afternoon with Father Chris Alar at Immaculate Conception Center in Putnam

Posted on April 23, 2026 in: Events

370

An Afternoon with Father Chris Alar at Immaculate Conception Center in Putnam

PUTNAM — The Immaculate Conception Center will host a special afternoon of prayer, community, and inspiration on Sunday, May 17, 2026, welcoming Father Chris Alar, MIC, for its annual fundraiser. Titled “An Afternoon with Father Chris Alar,” the event offers an opportunity for the faithful to come together in a spirit of devotion and fellowship, while supporting the ongoing mission of the Immaculate Conception Center. The afternoon will begin at 3:00 p.m. with an outdoor Mass, open to all. Celebrated by Father Alar, a member of the Marian Fathers of ...

Read More

A Path Back to Love- Retrouvaille Weekend, May 1-3

Posted on April 23, 2026 in: Events, Marriage

235

A Path Back to Love- Retrouvaille Weekend, May 1-3

Retrouvaille A Lifeline for Married Couples May Marriage Workshop May 1–3, 2026 | Windsor, Connecticut If your marriage has become distant, troubled, unloving, or uncaring, Retrouvaille can help. This program offers couples practical tools to communicate better, resolve conflicts fairly, and rediscover the love that first brought them together. A Path Toward Renewal Retrouvaille is designed for couples experiencing difficulty in their marriage, including those who are separated or divorced but hope to try again. In a supportive and conf...

Read More

You're Invited to a Prayer and Paint Night!

Posted on April 28, 2026 in: Events

169

You're Invited to a Prayer and Paint Night!

Prayer & 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, J...

Read More

Celebrating 10 Years of NATIVE EYES Clinics at Pope Pius X Church

Posted on April 30, 2026 in: Events

115

Celebrating 10 Years of NATIVE EYES Clinics at Pope Pius X Church

On Saturday, May 16, a powerful story of service and transformation will come to life in Middletown. Titled “Seeing is Believing,” this special event invites the community to witness firsthand the impact of a mission that has restored not only sight, but dignity, confidence and hope to thousands. Hosted by Artists for World Peace (AFWP), alongside its dedicated medical travel team and the Padre Pio Foundation of America, the gathering will highlight the remarkable work of the AFWP NATIVE EYES Clinics, a collaborative outreach that has been changing lives sinc...

Read More