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Posted on September 22, 2023 in: Around the Diocese

Calendar of Events

Brothers in Christ Virtual Meeting

Brothers in Christ is a gathering of men who share faith, personal experiences, and discussion. BIC fellowship meetings are held the second Thursday of the month either virtually or on-site. Thursday-October 12th, Brothers in Christ will be Virtually from 7pm – 7:45pm.  Deacon Dennis Dolan will be speaking on “Children who don’t go to Mass”.  If you are interested in hearing great speakers as well as developing fellowship with other men devoted to Christ, please register by email Liza Roach at lroach@norwichdiocese.net or call (860)848-2237 ex. 305.  

Pray the Project Rachel Rosary at the Cathedral of St. Patrick-Norwich

The third Tuesday of each month at the Cathedral of St. Patrick following the noon Mass, join the Office of Faith Events as we pray the Project Rachel Rosary.  The Project Rachel Rosary focuses on hope, healing, and forgiveness for those affected by an abortion and for an end to abortion.  Please join us for an in-person Project Rachel Rosary on Tuesday, October 17th following the noon mass at the Cathedral of St. Patrick in Norwich.  Questions, call Mary-Jo McLaughlin at 860-848-2237 ex.212.
 

Sept. 30

Outreach to Haiti Charity Golf Tournament

Diocese of Norwich Outreach to Haiti hosts its 8th Annual Charity Golf Tournament—For the Love of a Child—on Saturday, September 23, 2023, at the Wintonbury Hills Golf Course, Bloomfield, CT. – Third Best Golf Course in CT and ranked #6 Municipal Golf course in the USA by Sports Illustrated Golf.com. Check-in 11AM. Golf, lunch, and dinner, all included for the great price of $175!  You can register online at www.outreachtohaiti.org or call the Outreach office at (860) 800-3601. Come as a foursome or make new friends and join one. Tournament/Tee Sponsorships most welcome & appreciated.

 

Oct. 1

Would you like to become a Catholic? 

Join us at Church of the Holy Family in Hebron for OCIA.
Church of the Holy Family, Hebron
10 45 AM to 12 15 PM
Adult formation sessions will be held every Sunday after the 9:30 Mass for those seeking to join the Catholic Church or complete their Sacraments. Email rcia@holyfamilyhebron.org

 

Oct. 3-12

Awakening: How is the Holy Spirit at work in your life? 

Join us for a 4-part Mission designed to help deepen your faith!  Rediscover God’s Unconditional Love, Learn more about the Holy Spirit’s Gifts, develop a deep and meaningful prayer life, experience the mercy of God through a deeper understanding of reconciliation.  For two weeks, Tuesdays and Thursdays, October 3rd, 5th, 10th, and 12th  at 7:00-8:30 pm, Our Lady of Sorrows, 14 Prospect St, Essex. Register online at manicholas@norwichdiocese.net or call Marianne at 860-848-2237, ext. 304.  Sponsored by the Office of Faith Events.

 

Oct. 5

Tri-Parish Pilgrimage to The Shrine of Divine Mercy

The Shrine of Divine Mercy, Stockbridge, MA
7 30 AM to 6 15 PM
Join Fr. Brian Maxwell as we travel to Stockbridge, MA to enjoy a day with Our Lord Jesus.  Talk by the Marians on St. Faustina and much more.  Cost of the day is $65.00 per person

 

Oct. 7

Blessing of Animals

St. John Church, Cromwell
10 00 AM to 10 20 AM
In honor of the Feast of St. Francis, a Blessing of Pets will be held at St. John Church [5 St. John's Court, Cromwell] front parking lot on Saturday, October 7 at 10:00am. 

 

Oct. 15

Rev. Daniel Mullen 4th Degree assembly 106 KofC Annual Mass & Communion Breakfast

St. Mary Church, Baltic
10 00 AM to 1 00 PM
10:00am Mass by Father Joseph Tito to honor all Knights will be followed by breakfast prepared by Sisters of Charity. Tickets are $10.00 each; advance purchase is requested.

 

Oct. 16

Thanksgiving Pie Sale

Saint Mary Church, Norwich
8 00 AM to 7 00 PM
More info: https://my.mcmfundraising.com/2023-fall-saint-mary-restoration-project/arcangel-santiago/

 

Oct. 21

Legion of Mary - NORWICH CURIA - DAY OF RECOLLECTION

St. John the Evangelist Church, Uncasville
8 30 AM to 2 00 PM
Three Conferences --- Reconciliation --- Mass --- Rosary --- Divine Mercy Chaplet --- Benediction --- Lunch included - Call 860-941-5775 for more information

Nov. 16

Saint Mary Church Restoration Thanksgiving Day Pie Sale Fundraiser

Saint Mary Church, Norwich CT
9 00 AM to 12 30 PM
Pre-order your pies online at: https://my.mcmfundraising.com/2023-fall-saint-mary-restoration-project/arcangel-santiago

 

Dec. 3

Youth & Family Explosion
The Family and Youth Explosion will take place on Dec. 3 from 1-4 p.m. at Mercy High School in Middletown with speaker, song writer, and musician Jesse Manibusan. Jesse has that knack to build instant rapport, connect to his audience, and create life-giving memories that help deepen faith and cultivate the joy that inspires service, sacrifice and the celebration of life. He works with any and every age group, so everyone is invited to attend. Tickets will be $5 per Person, $25 for a family or $4 per person for a youth group. For more information or to buy tickets go to: https://youthexplosionct.weebly.com/  Questions? Email Liza at lroach@norwichdiocese.net

 

April 22, 2024

European Pilgrimage with Rev. Benjamin Vinjoe, Our Lady of La Salette, Brooklyn, CT

Europe, Rome
9 00 AM to 5 00 PM
12 nights, 13 days: visit Vatican, Rome, Venice, Padua, Zurich, Lucerne, Paris, Fatima, Avila & more. $3565 per person. Contact Fr. Vinjoe 860-481-2880, bvinjoe@gmail.com


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