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2020 Norwich Diocesan Women's Conference

Posted on August 27, 2020 in: Events, Norwich Diocesan Council of Catholic Women

**We Are Going Virtual** 2020 Norwich Diocesan Women’s CONFERENCE October 24, 2020 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM Keynote Speaker: Danielle Bean: Author of …You Are Enough: What Women of the Bible Teach You About Your Mission and Worth ...

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The 2020 Connecticut Catholic Men’s Conference: Hits a Home Run!

Posted on August 27, 2020 in: Events

No Doubt, it’s Divine Providence The Conference is Moving to New Britain Stadium! September 19, 2020 It seemed as though the pandemic would dash all hopes of a gathering this year. But thanks to the fortitude, ingenuity and prayers of the Conference Committee, we now have an O...

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Celebrate Seasons of Creation, September 1st - October 4th

Posted on August 27, 2020 in: Events

What is the season of creation? The Season of Creation is an annual celebration of prayer and action to protect creation. It runs from September 1 to October 4. What is this year’s theme? The 2020 Season of Creation theme is “Jubilee for the Earth: New Rhythms, New Hop...

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Fall 2020: A Season of Change for Different Reasons

Posted on August 27, 2020 in: FaithSparks

Fall is generally characterized by the leaves changing color, the days getting shorter and the temperature starting to dip. At its onset we experience a sense of nostalgia looking back at the fleeting days of summer. Our summer memories usually include vacations, family outings and days spent lying ...

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‘Perfect Storm’ Produces Forum on Life in the Thought of Pope Francis

Posted on August 26, 2020 in: ProLife

A virtual event to give Catholics a clear understanding of how issues related to the protection of the unborn, care for our world, and the dignity of migrants and refugees intersect for us as followers of Christ, will take place October 4 from 7-8 P.M. Entitled, Life in the Thought of Pope Francis, ...

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Monthly Pro-Life Mass to be Held September 5th

Posted on August 26, 2020 in: Events, ProLife

The monthly Diocesan Pro-Life Mass will take place at the Cathedral of St. Patrick in Norwich on Saturday, September 5 at 8:30 A.M. Please join our celebrant Rev. Walter Nagle at Mass as we pray to end abortion and for the healing for those who have had an abortion. Following the Mass, the Ros...

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St. Joseph - A Guide During Trying Times - Hope and Faith

Posted on August 26, 2020 in: Reflections, FaithSparks

The Office of Faith Events weekly video series "Hope and Faith" features videos focused on Hope and Faith during the pandemic. Week 21 Kathy D’Amelio, the new Director of the Office for Safe Environments, talks about St. Joseph. To see past ...

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Connecticut's Catholic Schools Are Ready

Posted on August 25, 2020 in: School News

Message from Executive Director Catholic Schools Are Ready By Christopher Healy No matter your age, or whether you are single, married, or with or without children, there has been no other issue that has so transfixed our society than the safe return of children to a regular, in-class e...

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For Parishes: A Square and Prayer Ministry

Posted on August 24, 2020 in: Caregiver Spirituality, Volunteer Opportunities, FaithSparks

Now available from the Diocesan Square and Prayer Ministry Individually wrapped, knitted “prayer squares” with prayer cards are available to diocese parishioners for distribution to convalescent homes, hospitals, care facilities and more. “Prayer Squares” are free ...

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What's New in the August Four County Catholic

Posted on August 20, 2020 in: News

The latest issue of the Four County Catholic is available now, and is filled cover to cover with news from within the Diocese of Norwich. Rev. Michael Bovino Ordained to the Priesthood The Mass of Ordination was celebrated on June 27th, 2020 at the Catrhedral of St. Patrick in N...

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Posted on June 27, 2025 in: Events, Around the Diocese

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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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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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Pray for the Pope: Join the Sacred Heart Novena June 19–27

Posted on June 16, 2025 in: News

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Pray for the Pope: Join the Sacred Heart Novena June 19–27

Knights of Columbus Launches Sacred Heart Novena for Pope Leo XIV New Haven, Conn. — The Knights of Columbus have announced a special novena to the Sacred Heart of Jesus for the intention of Pope Leo XIV, beginning June 19—his anniversary of priestly ordination—and concluding June 27, the Solemnity of the Sacred Heart. Supreme Knight Patrick Kelly is encouraging Knights, their families, and all people of goodwill to participate in the novena and to submit personal prayer intentions, which he will personally bring to Rome later this Jubilee Year. P...

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Bishop Reidy's Pastoral on the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ

Posted on June 18, 2025 in: Reflections

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Bishop Reidy's Pastoral on the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ

June 16, 2025 My dear friends in Christ, This weekend we observe the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ (Corpus Christi). This day reminds us in a particular way of the great gift of the Holy Eucharist. The Eucharist has been called God’s gift par excellence because it is the gift of Jesus Himself and of His saving work. Jesus is present to us in many ways---- in the Scriptures, in all the sacraments, in the assembly of the faithful gathered to pray at Mass, and in the prie...

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