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In Case You Missed It: Are We Good Stewards of God’s Creation?

Posted on October 12, 2019 in: News, Events

Environmental Awareness Evening

October 23, 2019, 6:30-8:00 pm
Sacred Heart Church Hall, Norwichtown

Are we good stewards of God’s Creation?
How is God challenging us to take care of the planet?
What does catholic social teaching ask of us today?
What can we do to reduce our carbon footprint?
How do we recycle effectively?

Come explore the answers to these questions and so many more! This interactive environmental awareness workshop will also provide updates on current legislation here in CT and will present actions that make a difference.

*If you are a catechist/parent this workshop is youth friendly.

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Calendar of Parish Events from Around the Diocese

Posted on July 03, 2026 in: Around the Diocese

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Calendar of Parish Events from Around the Diocese

Do you have an upcoming parish or school event that would be of interest to others in the Diocese? These folks do! Around the Diocese Submissions Please provide your event details to your parish administrator for submission. Email submissions are NOT accepted. Descriptions are limited to 30 words. Parish Admin Log-In Calendar of Events Here's what's happening Around the Diocese! Upcoming Events Around the Diocese For events with additional information, click the blue event title...

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Catholic Scholar Says Classical Learning Can Help Renew America

Posted on July 01, 2026 in: News

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Catholic Scholar Says Classical Learning Can Help Renew America

Author and professor calls on Catholics to revive American culture through faith and classical learning. ANN ARBOR, Michigan — Catholics should be proud of their contributions to the United States, especially for the intellectual tradition inherited from philosophers, theologians, and saints who contributed to the ideas leading to the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution, author and Hillsdale College Professor Matthew Mehan told EWTN News leading up to the 250th anniversary of the nation. Mehan is associate dean and professor of government ...

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Family Hike with Bishop Reidy at Wachusett Mountain

Posted on July 07, 2026 in: News, Events

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Family Hike with Bishop Reidy at Wachusett Mountain

Looking for a fun way to enjoy the outdoors while spending time with family and fellow Catholics? Bishop Richard Reidy invites individuals and families from across the Diocese of Norwich to join him for a Family Hike at Wachusett Mountain on Saturday, Aug. 8. The moderate hike offers participants an opportunity to experience the beauty of God's creation while enjoying fellowship with Bishop Reidy and others from around the diocese. Featuring scenic views and approximately 1,000 feet of elevation gain, the hike is well-suited for thos...

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Faith, Friends & Bonfires: Summer Evenings for Teens and Young Adults

Posted on July 03, 2026 in: Events, Around the Diocese

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Faith, Friends & Bonfires: Summer Evenings for Teens and Young Adults

Teen & Young Adult Series on Discipleship Join us this summer for THREE evenings of faith, fellowship, and prayer. Teens (ages 13–17) and young adults (ages 18–30) are invited to the Marian Friary of Our Lady of Guadalupe for evenings that will include Dinner, a series Talk, Eucharistic adoration, and fellowship around a bonfire. The series will be offered by various priests, Religious, and lay speakers from the dioceses of Norwich and Bridgeport. All are welcome and encouraged to come and receive all that the Father wishes to give! Dates: July 14, July ...

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Discover the Gift of the Liturgy of the Hours at Upcoming Workshop in Baltic

Posted on July 07, 2026 in: Events

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Discover the Gift of the Liturgy of the Hours at Upcoming Workshop in Baltic

Discovering the Gift of the Liturgy of the Hours With the new translation of the Liturgy of the Hours arriving next year, this workshop invites our lay brothers and sisters to discover — or rediscover — the gift and beauty of this prayer of the Church. Presenter Sister Rosemary Esseff, O.P. Sister Rosemary, a Dominican Sister of St. Cecilia in Nashville, Tennessee, holds a Ph.D. in Composition from the Pontifical Institute of Sacred Music in Rome. Since entering the community in 1993, she has continued her musical studies, earning advanced degrees in...

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Pope Leo XIV’s Prayer Intention for the Month of July

Posted on July 07, 2026 in: News

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Pope Leo XIV’s prayer intention for the month of July is for respect for human life in all circumstances. “Both you and I have received the most beautiful gift of life — your breath, your heartbeat, your smile, all that you are is God’s work of love,” Pope Leo said in a video shared on Instagram. The Holy Father asked the faithful: “Will you help me protect this precious gift?” “This month I invite you to pray for our commitment to respecting and protecting human life in all circumstances...

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