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USCCB Offers Election Novena to Help Voters
Bearing in mind our nation’s challenges and the need for wise, moral, civic leadership, the USCCB is offering an electronic Election Novena to help Catholics form their consciences as they prepare for the upcoming election. For nine consecutive days, Monday, October 26 through Tue...

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Join the 40 Days For Life Rosary Rally
Norwich Rosary Rally 2 p.m. Friday, October 30th Please join our Norwich 40 Days For Life Team as we welcome Steve Karlen, the national campaign director for a peaceful Rosary Rally at 2 PM Friday, October 30th at the Planned Parenthood facility, 12 Case St. Norwich. Steve will first share ...

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Norwich, Catholic, ProLife, Rosary
Hope and Faith Series - Speaking of Saints
The Office of Faith Events weekly video series "Hope and Faith" features videos focused on Hope and Faith during the pandemic.  Week 29 This week on the Hope and Faith Series, Mary-Jo McLaughlin speaks about Blessed Luigi and Maria Beltrame Quattrocchi as a model of sacram...

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Marriage, Saints
Monthly Pro-Life Mass to be Held November 7th
The monthly Diocesan Pro-Life Mass will take place at the Cathedral of St. Patrick in Norwich on Saturday, November 7 at 8:30 A.M. Please join our celebrant Rev. Ray Introvigne at Mass as we pray to end abortion and for the healing for those who have had an abortion. Following the Mass, the Ro...

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Norwich, Mass, Catholic, life
Civilize It: Video Resources for This Election Season
  The USCCB "Civilize It: We Are Salt And Light" campaign has a wealth of video resources for Catholics this election season. The page is located here (at the Civilize It website): Video Resources   Videos in English and Spanish are part of the series. It touches on C...

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Norwich, Catholic
Catholic Charities 15th Annual Golf Tournament: A Great Day for a Swing and a Prayer
Catholic Charities held its 15th annual golf tournament at the Norwich Golf Course, despite the COVID-19 pandemic, and a great and safe time was had by all. During this trying time of social distancing, we gratefully were able to hold a fun but safe event for all of our 73 participants. Bishop Co...

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Norwich, Catholic, golf
Superintendent's Letter: See the Positives Among the Challenges of this School Year
On Wednesday, September 9th, The Most Reverend Michael R. Cote, D.D., Bishop of Norwich, appointed  Dr. George Milot, Ed.D as Superintendent of Schools for the Diocese of Norwich. Dr. Milot comes very highly recommended and brings a wealth of experience as a veteran Catholic school educator and...

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Norwich, Catholic, schools, COVID-19
Sacraments 101: Baptism is a Joining with Christ
As was mentioned in the first installment of “Sacraments 101,” the sacraments are the primary means by which Jesus gives us ongoing access to His treasury of grace. We now face the imposing task of unpacking what these gifts are and how we benefit from them. If we think of the sacrame...

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Norwich, Priest, Catholic
Forever Faithful: Virtual Youth Explosion to Take Place November 8th
Virtual Youth Explosion: Forever Faithful November 8th, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Virtual YX is FREE   Joining us is national speaker, singer, songwriter and composer John Angotti.   All youth grade 6 and up are welcome to attend. To register, contact your Catechetical Lead...

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Norwich, Catholic, Youth
“Respect Life Month” 2020 and the 25th Anniversary of The Gospel of Life
One year ago, even before the unthinkable effects of the pandemic and the social unrest and division that we are now witnessing, a piece in the New York Times stated: “The world we live in now is one in which no place is safe, no lives really matter, when it comes to violence” (9/2/19). ...

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Norwich, Connecticut, Catholic
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Calendar of Events

Posted on December 04, 2023 in: Around the Diocese

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Calendar of Events
    Wednesday, Dec 6 Treasure of the Saints in Rome Join us from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Dec. 3 at St. Mary, Mother of the Redeemer, in Groton, for this Adult Education session led by Joseph Alchermes, (Assoc.Prof. of Art History of Conn College) focusing on early veneration of Sts. Peter & Paul in Rome, with an emphasis on the Vatican.   Sunday, Dec 10 Pilgrimage to The National Shrine of Our Lady of La Salette Join us from 1:15 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Dec. 10 at St. Mary, Mother of the Redeemer, in Groton, to pra...

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Church Craft Fairs & Bazaars

Posted on November 30, 2023 in: Events, Around the Diocese

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Church Craft Fairs & Bazaars
Discover an array of unique and handcrafted gifts at one of the many Fairs happening throughout the Diocese. Each one is unique and showcases the talents of local artisans, offering everything from beautifully crafted ornaments and decorations to delectable holiday treats. You'll also find a wide selection of hand-knit scarves, cozy winter wear, and stunning jewelry – perfect for finding that special something for your loved ones or treating yourself. Your presence makes our holiday season brighter, and your support of our churches helps us spread ...

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Episcopal Ordination of Archbishop Kevin Randall: Video and Pictures
The motto Sub Umbra Crucis, or “Under the Shadow of the Cross,” underscored the special and holy gathering Nov. 4, 2023 at the Cathedral of St. Patrick in Norwich to celebrate the Episcopal ordination of The Most Rev. Kevin S. Randall to Titular Archbishop of Glenndalocha and Apostolic Nuncio to Bangladesh. “The cross is for us inevitable,” Archbishop Randall said in his remarks following his ordination, “But bearing it brings us our salvation.” The Most Reverend Cardinal Christophe Pierre, Apostolic Nuncio to the United States, con...

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A Prayer of Thanksgiving - 2023

Posted on November 16, 2023 in: News, Reflections

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A Prayer of Thanksgiving - 2023
Heavenly Creator, In this season of gratitude and abundance, we give You thanks for our many blessings as we pray for all who struggle with hunger and want. Be with them in the dark of night, when all hope seems lost. Keep their faith strong as they await relief. Let Your goodness flow throughout our hearts and hands as we reach out to one another in the full, true joy of Thanksgiving in Christ. Amen

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Celebrate: The Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Dec. 12
Celebrate with us! The Feast Day of Our Lady of Guadalupe Tuesday, 12 December 2023 Cathedral of St. Patrick 213 Broadway, Norwich, CT 6:30pm Bilingual Rosary 7:00pm Eucharistic Celebration (Bilingual) The Most Rev. Michael R. Cote Bishop of Norwich Principal Celebrant Please join us as together we honor Our Lady and ask her intercession for those who cannot speak for themselves: the unborn, the poor, the marginalized, and those overwhelmed by despair. Fiesta following the liturgical celebration. A free-will offering will be asked to cover the cost o...

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Rest in Peace- Deacon Anthony Dombkowski

Posted on November 13, 2023 in: News, Vocations

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Rest in Peace- Deacon Anthony Dombkowski
Deacon Anthony Dombkowski   Deacon Anthony Dombkowski, a Permanent Deacon of the Diocese of Norwich, died on Sunday, November 12, 2023. Obituary and arrangements are below.    Griswold-  Anthony Dombkowski of 163 Geer Road, Griswold died on November 12, 2023 after a years-long struggle with Parkinson's disease.   Anthony was born on February 24, 1938 and was a lifelong resident of Griswold Connecticut. He attended Griswold High School and later proudly served in the United States Marine Corps. He worked as a pipefitter and we...

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