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Bishop Cote's Christmas Message for 2022
  December 2022 Four County Catholic Christmas Message 2022 “And she gave birth to her firstborn son and wrapped him in bands of cloth, and laid him in a manger, because there was no place for them in the inn.”   Luke 2:7 My dear sisters and brot...

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The Chair: A Conversation with Today's Apostles
The Cathedral of Saint Patrick and Bishop Michael R. Cote were featured in The Chair, a television series that highlights 85 of America's cathedrals, exploring the rich fabric and diversity of the Catholic Church through the eyes of the local ordinary. The cathedral church of a diocese houses...

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Casting Call: "Eleven Courageous," An Original Musical
CASTING CALL An Original Musical “Eleven Courageous” Golgotha to Ascension He hangs on the cross.  His best friends and disciples retreat to their safe space in the upper room.   They cower in fear and await their own demise.  Over the next 40 days, their ...

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Clergy Appointments

Posted on December 20, 2022 in: Vocations

Clergy Appointments
December 20, 2022 The Most Reverend Michael R. Cote, D. D., Bishop of Norwich, has made the following clergy and diocesan appointment in the Diocese of Norwich   Reverend Kevin Reilly, Diocesan Director of Vocations, while continuing as Pastor of Saint Patrick Church, Mystic. Eff...

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 Connecticut Catholic Conference Files Freedom of Information Complaint for Abortion Numbers
The Connecticut Catholic Conference (CCC), the educational 501c(3) branch of the CT Catholic Public Affairs Conference, has filed a Freedom of Information complaint against the State Department of Public Health (DPH) for failing to provide the CCC with its annual statistical abortion report. The DPH...

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Watch & Listen to the 43rd Lessons & Carols
The Festival of Lessons and Carols was held on Sunday, December 18, 2022 on the Fourth Sunday of Advent. One of the most festive ways to enjoy the beauty of the Cathedral of Saint Patrick, there were readings of sections of the Christmas story, choir music, and singing of carols appropr...

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Funeral Arrangements for Fr. John F. Ashe

Posted on December 17, 2022 in: News

Funeral Arrangements for Fr. John F. Ashe
Reverend John F. Ashe, retired priest of the Diocese of Norwich died on Friday, December 16, 2022, at Waters Edge Center for Health and Rehab in Middletown.  Visitation will be held beginning at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 29, 2022, at Saint Mary Church, 45 Freestone Avenue, Portland, Co...

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Seeking Applicants for the Our Lady Queen of Hope Award
Every year at the Norwich Diocesan Women’s Conference, Bishop Michael Cote announces the Our Lady, Queen of Hope Award to honor a woman in the diocese for her vision and leadership in the Catholic Church.   The award is named after Mary our mother, who is our role model and in whom we ...

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Clergy Appointments

Posted on December 15, 2022 in: News, Vocations

Clergy Appointments
December 12, 2022 The Most Reverend Michael R. Cote, D. D., Bishop of Norwich, has made the following clergy and diocesan appointment in the Diocese of Norwich   Deacon Douglas Hoffman, Director of Permanent Deacon Personnel. Effective:  December 6, 2022. Reverend Roy Parayi...

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Christ in Our Midst - Hope & Faith Video Series
This week on the Hope and Faith Series, Liza Roach, Youth and Young Adult Minister, speaks about preparing for Advent by recognizing Christ in our midst. View previous videos or more articles on Faith by visiting NorwichDiocese.org/FaithSparks    

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Employment Opportunities in Education

Posted on April 30, 2026 in: News, School News

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Employment Opportunities in Education
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 Here are a few of the positions that were recently posted. Elementary/Middle   Administrative Secretary — St. Joseph School, Baltic Administrative Secretary — Sacred Heart School, Taftville Spanish Teacher — St. James School, Danielson   plus many others All candidates must complete the official professional application t...

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USCCB to Lead National Consecration to the Sacred Heart
A National Moment of Prayer The United States to Be Consecrated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus June 11, 2026 | Solemnity of the Sacred Heart As the United States approaches the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, the Church is preparing for a moment of profound spiritual significance. On June 11, 2026, the Solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops will consecrate the nation to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. This historic act invites the faithful to reflect not only on the country’s founding ideal...

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Praying Together for the Gifts of the Holy Spirit
Bishop Reidy Invites Diocese to Pray Pentecost Novena Bishop Richard F. Reidy is inviting the faithful of the Diocese of Norwich to join together once again in praying a Novena to the Holy Spirit during the nine days between the Ascension and Pentecost. As he marks his first anniversary as Bishop of Norwich, Bishop Reidy does so with gratitude for the welcome, support and faithful cooperation he has received throughout the diocese. From the beginning of his ministry here, he has reminded us that whatever good we hope to accomplish depends completely upon the grace of ...

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New Opportunities at Area Catholic Parishes and Schools
Recent Employment Opportunities Posted on Diocesan Website The Diocese of Norwich Employment page continues to be a helpful resource for those seeking work in Catholic parishes, schools and related organizations throughout the region. Several new opportunities have been added recently, including positions in parish administration and Catholic education. Parish Business & Office Manager St. Pius X Parish, Middletown St. Pius X Parish in Middletown is seeking a full-time, highly organized Parish Business & Office Manager to manage finances, payroll an...

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Celebrating 10 Years of NATIVE EYES Clinics at St. Pius X Church
On Saturday, May 16, a powerful story of service and transformation will come to life in Middletown. Titled “Seeing is Believing,” this special event invites the community to witness firsthand the impact of a mission that has restored not only sight, but dignity, confidence and hope to thousands. Hosted by Artists for World Peace (AFWP), alongside its dedicated medical travel team and the Padre Pio Foundation of America, the gathering will highlight the remarkable work of the AFWP NATIVE EYES Clinics, a collaborative outreach that has been changing lives sinc...

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Popemobile to Begin Charity Tour in the United States
On Wednesday, the Dicastery for the Service of Charity and Cross Catholic Outreach launched the Road Trip for Hope initiative at the Vatican. The popemobile, the popeʼs special vehicle, will begin a charity tour of the United States. On Wednesday at the Vatican, representatives of the Dicastery for the Service of Charity and Cross Catholic Outreach launched the “American Catholic Heroes: The Road Trip for Hope” initiative. According to the official Vatican News outlet, the initiative, which will run from June to July this year, will travel f...

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Cathedral to Host Forty-Hour Devotion Before Corpus Christi
Praying Together for the Gifts of the Holy Spirit
New Opportunities at Area Catholic Parishes and Schools
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