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Healing Mass and Healing Service -- Sunday March 24th

Posted on March 21, 2019 in: Events

Spiritual Renewal Services is offering a Healing Mass on Sunday March 24th, 2pm at the Immaculata Retreat House in Willimantic. Prayer Teams, Individual Prayer and Annointing will follow the Mass

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One Heart Ministry wants you to join us in celebrating…

Posted on March 21, 2019 in: News, Events

World Down Syndrome Day takes place on March 21st to symbolize a third copy of the 21st Chromosome in people with Down Syndrome. It celebrates the value, acceptance and inclusion of people with Down Syndrome. God has given us all different abilities and disabilities that make us uniquely us! That’s worth celebrating!! Spread Awareness- Spread Support. To find out more about the One Heart Ministry Contact the Office of Faith Events 860-848-2237, ext. 312.

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Please Join Us: 2019 ACA Ministry Fair – Reservations Required

Posted on March 21, 2019 in: Events

The 2019 Ministry Fair showcasing our Diocesan ministries and programs will be held this year in Cromwell on April 7, 2019 from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. We will offer a continental breakfast throughout this open house style event. If you would like to attend this event to learn how donations to the 2019 Annual Catholic Appeal, ‘Hand in Hand with All God’s Children’, support our ministries and programs please RSVP by March 29th to Rosela Precopio at 860-886-1928 ext. 10 or dodadm@norwichdiocese.net. Reservations are required due to space limitations.

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Lenten Reflection: Week Three

Posted on March 20, 2019 in: Reflections

The 40 days of Lent are the perfect opportunity for us to do some… “Spiritual Spring Cleaning” For many of us, cleaning is the last thing we want to do. We take care of lots of other tasks, leaving cleaning at the end of the chore list. We ...

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ACA Video Released

Posted on March 13, 2019 in: News, ACA

The Office of Development is excited to present the 2019 ACA Video, “Hand in Hand with All God’s Children”! Featuring three of our over twenty-five ministries and programs, the video will show you first-hand the ‘good works’ that are being performed by our Ministry to the Sick, Prison Ministry and FOCUS (Fellowship of Catholic University Students). We hope after viewing this video, you will consider donating to the 2019 Annual Catholic Appeal. Your support will allow you to walk hand in hand with your neighbors helping others in our Dioce...

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Lenten Reflection: Week Two

Posted on March 13, 2019 in: Reflections

During the Lenten Season we are encouraged to change our routine. We are called to “cut back” on the parts of our everyday life that take us away from strengthening our relationship with God our Father. These are the habits and behaviors that make us complacent and unmotivated spiritually. Lent challenges us to practice abstinence, almsgiving and penance to move us out of the dark, emptiness of this world and into the light of God’s unconditional love. What are the things we personally need to “cut back” on this year, to make room for a meaningful relationship with God? *Is i...

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Workshops Offered at the 2019 Women's Conference

Posted on March 11, 2019 in: Events, Norwich Diocesan Council of Catholic Women

There is still 2 weeks to sign up for the Norwich Diocesan Women's Conference at Mercy High School on Saturday April 6. Some of the workshops offered this year include: Catholic Parenting: Rights and Challenges: Faith, education and vigilance are needed so that you learn/know your rights regarding every aspects of your child’s life. Challenges include those presented by our toxic culture in the form of sex education programs, technology, the entertainment industry, etc. Blessing of our Faith: Blessings = God’s favor and pr...

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Hand in Hand with All God’s Children: Prayer, Fasting and Almsgiving

Posted on March 10, 2019 in: Reflections, ACA

By Kathy Gaito Prayer, fasting and almsgiving (assisting the needy) are synonymous with the Lenten season which this year began on March 6, Ash Wednesday. While these Lenten practices are a way for us to reconnect with our spiritual relationship with God, they should also be viewed as a stepping stone for us to continue to grow in faith throughout the year. When we decide to continue on our Lenten journey even after our Easter celebrations have come to a close, we strengthen our connection to God and others. Make time in your day to pray a few minutes longer when poss...

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Answering the Call

Posted on March 09, 2019 in: Vocations

by Father Gregory Galvin, Director of Priestly Vocations As we to prepare for Lent and Easter, it is very easy to forget who we truly are, and what we have committed ourselves to as followers of Christ. Are we ready to recommit ourselves to working more diligently to become who God has created us to be, and called us to become? Remember, He calls us to holiness and sainthood, He created us for greatness that we may share in the fullness of the gift of His Love, oneness with Him and His Son, resting in the fullness of their Spirit. He has called us to do so through a part...

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Lenten Reflection: Week One

Posted on March 06, 2019 in: Reflections

We began this Lenten Season on Ash Wednesday where we received ashes on our forehead in the sign of a cross. Those ashes mark the 40 day period of preparation we set aside as Catholics, to journey with Jesus. We spend the next 40 days praying, fasting, reflecting, almsgiving and acknowledging our need for penance, so that we can change and grow physically and spiritually. What types of change do you want to bring about this Lenten Season? -Change my relationships with others so they are healthy and life giving. -Change my relationship with God by committing to meaningful prayer/communication. -Chang...

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