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Experience the Stations of the Cross in this Weekly Virtual Event

Posted on February 01, 2024 in: Events, Lent

Experience the Stations of the Cross in this Weekly Virtual Event

The Way of the Cross: The Office of Faith Events invites you to join us virtually Friday nights in Lent as we pray together the Stations of the Cross through a different focus each week.

February 16: Through the eyes of the suffering, ill and disabled

February 23: Through the eyes of the bereaved

March 1: Through the eyes of marriage

March 15: Through the eyes of Mary

March 22: Through the eyes of Jesus

The stations will begin at 7 P.M. The stations take place online and require participants to have an internet connection. Registration is required. You can register for just one evening or all five. To register call Mary-Jo McLaughlin, at 860-848-2237, Ext 312 or email her at mmclaughlin@norwichdiocese.net. Note, we will not be holding the stations on Friday, March 8.

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Posted on September 06, 2024 in: News

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Posted on September 19, 2024 in: Events, Catholic Charities News

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