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Consecrated Life Mass is February 6th

Posted on January 28, 2022 in: Events, Vocations

Consecrated Life Mass is February 6th

On Sunday, February 6th, the annual Mass of Thanksgiving for the Gift of Consecrated Life will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. in the Cathedral of Saint Patrick in Norwich. All are invited to join Bishop Michael R. Cote in thanking God for the gift of consecrated life and for the sisters, brothers, and religious priests who enrich the Church and the Diocese of Norwich by building up God’s Kingdom with the witness of their religious commitment.

For those who are consecrated to God by the vows of poverty, chastity and obedience: may they continue to reveal the love of Christ to those they encounter and may men and women be open to join them in building up the kingdom of God. We pray to the Lord...

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Let's Roll! A Family Bike Ride with Bishop Reidy

Posted on June 09, 2026 in: Events

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Let's Roll! A Family Bike Ride with Bishop Reidy

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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Join Bishop Reidy on a Pilgrimage of Faith

Posted on June 09, 2026 in: Events

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Join Bishop Reidy on a Pilgrimage of Faith

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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There's Still Time to Register for Prayer and Paint Night!

Posted on June 09, 2026 in: Events

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There's Still Time to Register for Prayer and Paint Night!

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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Strengthen Your Marriage Through Faith - Worldwide Marriage Encounter Experience

Posted on June 09, 2026 in: Events

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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