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The Importance of Sabbath - July 7 Hope and Faith Video Series.

Posted on July 07, 2021 in: Reflections, FaithSparks

July 7, 2021 This week on the Hope and Faith Series, the Office of Faith Events talks about Sabbath as the need to both play and pray. View previous videos or more articles on Faith by visiting NorwichDiocese.org/FaithSparks

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Join a Young Adult Hike & Mass

Posted on July 06, 2021 in: Events

Young Adult Hike The Blessed Sacrament Parish is happy to announce the launch of the 4:12 Society, our new Young Adult Ministry. We are a faith-based community of young adults between the ages of 21 and older interested in engaging with our faith and community through service, spirituality, and s...

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Virtual Vacation Bible School Comes to the Diocese

Posted on July 05, 2021 in: Events, FaithSparks

Virtual Vacation Bible School The Office of Faith Event’s Virtual Vacation Bible School (VBS) is a 4-day summer program providing fun and faith about the workings of God for children through music, games and fun Bible lessons. This year the VBS program will be called “Thankful...

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Gather at the Cathedral for an All-American Sing-a-long: July 3

Posted on July 01, 2021 in: Events

On Saturday, July 3, 2021 at 6:30 p.m., come and join us in a scintillating concert of American music. “My Country ‘Tis of Thee,” “Star-Spangled Banner,” “Battle Hymn of the Republic,” “Eternal Father, Strong to Save,” and others will be sung by ...

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Saint Patrick Church in Mystic Hosts Oil Paintings on the Mysteries of the Rosary

Posted on July 01, 2021 in: Around the Diocese

I have spent most of my adult life as a teacher of Oil Painting, fine artist, and lecturer. I am reminded of the writings of Albert Pike “What we do for ourselves dies with us. What we do for others remains and is immortal.” So it is with Fine Art. Six years ago, at age 65 I decide...

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We Can Help. Promise to Protect-Pledge to Heal

Posted on July 01, 2021 in: Office for Safe Environments

We Can Help To report inappropriate conduct of any kind by a Diocesan Bishop please contact ReportBishopAbuse.org or call 1-800-276-1562 To report inappropriate contact of any kind by a representative of the Diocese of Norwich or for assistance for victims, please call The Dioce...

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The Blessings of Fatherhood-June 30-Hope & Faith Video Series

Posted on June 30, 2021 in: Reflections, FaithSparks

June 30, 2021 This week on the Hope and Faith Series, Wayne Gignac, Director of Communications for the Diocese of Norwich, speaks about the importance of creating memories for our children. View previous videos or more articles on Faith by visiting NorwichDiocese.org/FaithSp...

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Legislative Wrap-up - June 2021

Posted on June 30, 2021 in: News

June 2021 Be sure to see the Summer Reading suggestion at the end of this Newsletter The 2021 legislative session ended on June 9th. It was soon followed by a Special Session to enact legislation legalizing recreational marijuana and the budget implementer bill. Below is a list ...

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Legion of Mary to Mark its Centennial

Posted on June 29, 2021 in: News, Events

The Legion of Mary is a world-wide Papally-approved organization of Catholic men and women who offer their services to their Pastor to aid him in performing spiritual works in the Parish. This is done by placing themselves under the banner of Mary so that with her help they may develop greater holin...

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Religious Freedom Week 2021: June 29 - Free Speech

Posted on June 28, 2021 in: News

Here is the Pray - Reflect - Act for Day 8 of Religious Freedom Week Pray That Christians will have the courage to speak the truth with kindness and clarity, even in the face of adversity. Reflect One of the promises of our country is that many voices, even voices express...

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Join Bishop Reidy for a Youth Hike!

Posted on June 17, 2025 in: News, Events

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Middle School and High School youth are invited to a special hike with Bishop Reidy on Saturday, July 19th at 10:00 A.M. at Hurd State Park in East Hampton. Hurd State Park provides the perfect backdrop for a meaningful outdoor adventure, blending fun, exercise, scenic views, and moments of spiritual reflection. The park's flexible trails, peaceful riverside spots, and stunning overlooks make it an ideal place to connect with nature and one another. What to bring: Comfortable shoes, water, and a picnic lunch. Parents are welcome, and Youth Groups are encoura...

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Pope Leo XIV’s Prayer Intention for the Month of June

Posted on June 04, 2025 in: News

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Pope Leo XIV’s Prayer Intention for the Month of June

Pope Leo XIV greets the faithful in St. Peter's Basilica, May 31, 2025. | Credit: Daniel Ibáñez/CNA In his first prayer intention video of his papacy, Pope Leo XIV has asked the faithful to pray that the world might grow in compassion during the month of June. “Let us pray that each one of us might find consolation in a personal relationship with Jesus, and from his heart, learn to have compassion on the world,” the pope said in a video released June 3. The video also includes an original prayer to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, to which the m...

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June Belongs to the Sacred Heart

Posted on June 04, 2025 in: Reflections

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The month of June is traditionally dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, a devotion that draws us into the tender, burning love of Christ for all humanity. As this month begins, we are invited not only to contemplate His pierced heart but also to allow our own hearts to be shaped by His mercy. The Sacred Heart is more than a symbol; it is the very center of our faith, offering consolation, healing, and renewal. In a world often marked by indifference and division, devotion to the Sacred Heart calls us to live with compassion. We are encouraged to see others through the...

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A Prayer for Father's Day

Posted on June 12, 2025 in: Reflections

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Dear God, Thank you for loving us with your perfect heart of a father. We ask you this Father's Day and always to guide and protect the hearts of all men in fatherly roles who are striving to love with your heart and do your work. Give them pure, chaste, courageous, and creative hearts like Saint Joseph. Give them hearts that never tire of serving those they are called to love. Give them hearts that seek out their loved ones and gently turn their gaze to see You, who is Love. And we ask you, Father, to bless them abundantly today....

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Now Hiring: Faith Filled Educators

Posted on June 17, 2025 in: News, School News

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There are several current job openings for educators in our diocese. The positions are updated weekly, so be sure to bookmark this page in your browser- NorwichDiocese.org/Employment Click Here to See the Current Open Positions All candidates must complete the official professional application to be considered for a teaching position or principal position and submit it to the Diocesan School Office. Applications are available on the employment page of the website. Visit NorwichDiocese.org/Employment to view all of the open jobs in the di...

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