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Blessing of the Fleet Returns July 31st

Posted on July 14, 2022 in: Events, Around the Diocese

Blessing of the Fleet Returns July 31st

One of the longest running Blessing of the Fleet ceremonies in New England, every year on the last weekend in July the annual Stonington Harbor Blessing of the Fleet ceremony remembers Stonington’s fishermen, the last fishing fleet in Connecticut.

This two-day celebration includes parades, bands, food, dancing on the docks and a Sunday Mass followed by the Blessing of the Fleet and the parade of boats. The boats sail to outer Stonington Harbor to place an anchor-shaped wreath in the water, to honor all local fishermen who lost their lives at sea.

This year’s Blessing is scheduled for July 31 starting at 10:30 a.m. with Mass at St. Mary Church in the Borough.

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Posted on March 10, 2023 in: Around the Diocese

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Virtual Basket Raffle The Norwich Diocesan Women’s Conference Virtual Basket Raffle will be live beginning February 20 and culminate on Sunday, April 2 at midnight. Go online to https://go.rallyup.com/2023baskets today to view 17 lovely baskets, chances are only $1 each. Winners will be notified April 3. Questions? Call the Office of Faith Events at 860-848-2237. Thank you. Brothers in Christ Brothers in Christ: A Men’s Virtual Faith Group Meets monthly on the second Thursday of the month. Join this gathering o...

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Dinner With Jesus: Ladies' Night Out Puts Fresh Face on Women's Conference

Posted on February 22, 2023 in: Events, Norwich Diocesan Council of Catholic Women

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Dinner With Jesus: Ladies' Night Out Puts Fresh Face on Women's Conference

2023 Norwich Diocesan Women's Conference Dinner with Jesus: A Ladies' Night Out Check out the Virtual Basket Raffle: Click Here The Norwich Diocesan Women’s Conference Committee is putting a fresh face on this year’s event. The newly imagined conference entitled, “Dinner with Jesus”, will change format and location this year to be an inspirational evening out at the historic Inn at Middletown, Connecticut, March 22, 2023, at 6 p.m.. Bring your sisters, daughters, friends and fellow parishioners to be...

Why You Should Attend the Connecticut March for Life on March 22 in Hartford

Posted on March 13, 2023 in: Events, ProLife

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Why You Should Attend the Connecticut March for Life on March 22 in Hartford

SAVE THE DATE Wednesday March 22, 2023 at the State Capitol For More Information Go To CTMarchforLife.org WHY YOU SHOULD ATTEND It is with great excitement that we are announcing the 2023 Connecticut March for Life, scheduled for March 22 in Hartford! This is an excellent opportunity for anyone to learn about the principles of effective lobbying, the specific and current issues Connecticut is facing, and what you can do right now to champion pro-life policies to your CT elected representatives. This rally and march are suited for a...

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Continuing a Journey of Faith - The Rite of Election

Posted on February 27, 2023 in: News, Events

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Continuing a Journey of Faith - The Rite of Election

The Rite of Election, held Feb. 26 at the Cathedral of St. Patrick, takes place each year on the first Sunday of Lent in churches and cathedrals throughout the world. During this rite, upon the witness of Godparents, sponsors and catechists, those gathered affirm their intention to join the Church as well as become full members of the Church. Bishop Michel Cote accepts the elect on behalf of the whole diocese and affirms their desire to be members of the Church. A celebration of faith in word and song took place to support the newe...

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