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24 Hours for the Lord

Posted on March 07, 2025 in: Events, Lent, Around the Diocese

24 Hours for the Lord

24 Hours for the Lord Schedule

Join us for 24 Hours for the Lord, a special opportunity to encounter the boundless mercy of God. This initiative, inspired by Pope Francis, invites the faithful to set aside time for prayer, reflection, and reconciliation, deepening their relationship with Christ through the sacraments.

Throughout the 24-hour period, parishes across the Diocese of Norwich will offer extended hours for Eucharistic Adoration and the Sacrament of Reconciliation, providing a sacred space for personal prayer and renewal. Whether you can spend a few minutes or several hours in prayer, all are welcome to experience the healing grace of God’s mercy.

What to Expect:

  • Eucharistic Adoration – Spend silent reflection before the Blessed Sacrament, drawing closer to Christ in the Eucharist.
  • Sacrament of Reconciliation – Priests will be available for confession at designated times, offering the faithful the opportunity to receive God’s forgiveness and grace.
  • Communal Prayer & Devotions – Some parishes may also offer guided prayers, Rosaries, or reflections to enrich your time of spiritual renewal.

Participating Parishes & Schedule:

Middletown Deanery

📍 St. Francis of Assisi Church, 10 Elm St., Middletown

  • Friday, March 28: 6:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
  • Saturday, March 29: 6:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

New London Deanery

📍 St. Brendan the Navigator Parish – St. Joseph Church, 37 Squire St., New London

  • Friday, March 28: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

📍 Our Lady of Lourdes Church, 1650 Route 12, Gales Ferry

  • Friday, March 28: 2:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

📍 St. Michael Parish, 60 Liberty St., Pawcatuck

  • Saturday, March 29: 7:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Norwich Deanery

📍 SS. Peter & Paul Church, 181 Elizabeth St., Norwich

  • Friday, March 28: 1:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
  • Saturday, March 29: 6:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Old Saybrook Deanery

📍 Christ the King Church, 1 McCurdy Rd., Old Lyme

  • Friday, March 28: 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
  • Stations of the Cross at 7:00 p.m.

Putnam Deanery

📍 Please check individual parish bulletins for details.

Participating parishes:

  • Our Lady of La Salette (Brooklyn),
  • Our Lady of Lourdes (Hampton),
  • St. Andre Bessette Parish (Plainfield, Canterbury, Moosup),
  • St. James (Danielson),
  • St. Therese of Lisieux Parish (N. Grosvenordale, Pomfret, Putnam, Quinebaug).

Vernon Deanery

📍 Blessed Sacrament Parish – St. Bernard Church, 25 St. Bernard’s Terrace, Rockville

  • Friday, March 28: 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Willimantic Deanery

📍 Guardian Angels Parish – St. Andrew Church, 128 Norwich Ave., Colchester

  • Friday, March 28: 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
  • Saturday, March 29: 1:00 p.m. – 3:45 p.m.

📍 Guardian Angels Parish – St. Francis of Assisi Church, 67 West Town St., Lebanon

  • Friday, March 28: 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
  • Saturday, March 29: 2:00 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.

📍 The Good Shepherd Parish – St. Columba Church, Rtes 66 & 87, Columbia

  • Friday, March 28:
    • 7:15 a.m. – 7:45 a.m.
    • 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    • 4:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

📍 The Good Shepherd Parish – Church of the Holy Family, 185 Church St., Hebron

  • Friday, March 28: 6:00 p.m. – 6:45 p.m.
  • Saturday, March 29: 3:30 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.

📍 Corpus Christi Parish – St. Joseph Church, 99 Jackson St., Willimantic

  • Friday, March 28: 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
  • Saturday, March 29: 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.

📍 Our Lady Queen of Peace Parish – St. Thomas Aquinas Church, 46 N. Eagleville Rd., Storrs

  • Friday, March 28:
    • 11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
    • After the 12:30 p.m. Mass
    • 6:00 p.m. – 6:45 p.m.
    • After Stations of the Cross
  • Saturday, March 29:
    • After the 8:30 a.m. Mass
    • 11:00 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
    • 4:00 p.m. – 5:15 p.m.
    • 7:30 p.m. until all confessions are heard

📍 St. Mary Church, 1600 Main St., Coventry

  • Friday, March 28:
    • After the 9:00 a.m. Mass
    • 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
    • 6:00 p.m. – 6:45 p.m.
    • After Stations of the Cross
  • Saturday, March 29:
    • 11:00 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
    • 2:30 p.m. – 3:45 p.m.
    • 7:30 p.m. until all confessions are heard

This is a unique opportunity to step away from the busyness of daily life and enter into the presence of the Lord. Whether you are seeking forgiveness, peace, or simply time to be with Christ, 24 Hours for the Lord is a powerful way to experience God’s love and mercy.

Come, spend time with the Lord—He is waiting for you!

Bookmark the link below and visit it often as you observe the wonderful season of Lent! 
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NorwichDiocese.org/Lent


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