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Save the Dates: Virtual Adult Confirmation Program

Posted on December 26, 2022 in: Events

Save the Dates: Virtual Adult Confirmation Program

Classes take place Tuesday evenings in 2023

Are you an active member of your parish? Have you been baptized and have received communion? Would you like to complete your sacraments of initiation by receiving Confirmation?

This six-week virtual course gives candidates the opportunity to grow in faith with other candidates who are on the same spiritual journey.

Classes to be held 7 - 8:15 p.m.

January 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 and February 7

To register, see your parish priest


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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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