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Women's Conference Virtual Basket Raffle: Open to ALL

Posted on February 24, 2021 in: Events, Norwich Diocesan Council of Catholic Women

Women's Conference Virtual Basket Raffle: Open to ALL

Virtual Basket Raffle

Raffle is open to all
To benefit the
2021 Norwich Diocesan Women’s Conference
February 13 through March 14
Winners will be notified March 15

14 Beautiful Baskets to choose from
ONLY $1 a chance
Simply use the link below to participate!
https://go.rallyup.com/baskets
or send a check with your basket choices
by March 5th to:
Bishop Flanagan Ministry Center, 199 Broadway, Norwich, CT, 06360, attention: Marianne

The Women's Conference Basket Raffle became part of the Women's Conference to help fund the
speakers who would provide unique and varied spiritual experiences.
For ten years, the Women's Conference has enhanced the faith journey of hundreds of women throughout Connecticut.
Baskets of varying themes are all donated.

Thank you for your support!

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Calendar of Parish Events from Around the Diocese

Posted on November 02, 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 For events with additional information, click the blue event title to view the complete announcement or r...

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All Souls Day: A Time to Remember and Pray

Posted on November 01, 2026 in: Reflections

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All Souls Day: A Time to Remember and Pray

Each year, on November 2nd, Catholics observe All Souls Day— a day set aside to remember and pray for our loved ones who have passed away. While we celebrate those already in heaven on All Saints Day, All Souls Day focuses on those who may still be in purgatory, undergoing final purification before entering the fullness of God’s presence. In Catholic tradition, purgatory is a place of hope and mercy. It’s where souls receive the purification needed to be with God, and our prayers, sacrifices, and Masses offered on their behalf can help. This belief is r...

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End of Life Ministry Offers Free Cremation Boxes

Posted on November 09, 2026 in: News, Bereavement Support

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End of Life Ministry Offers Free Cremation Boxes

The Evangelization & Discipleship Ministry includes the End of Life Ministry, which facilitates the production of cremation boxes made by retired carpenters, cabinet makers and shop teachers in our diocese. These retired craftsmen are using their gift and talents (and donating their time and treasure) to craft a cremation box that is available to anyone in need of one, free of charge. Some boxes come unpainted and unstatined which allows a person or family to personalize it themselves. Other boxes are stained a dark mahogoney or painted brown for a “class...

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Remembering Judith Hughes: A Life of Faith and Service

Posted on November 05, 2026 in: News

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Remembering Judith Hughes: A Life of Faith and Service

Judith (Judy) Hughes — Funeral arrangements are included at the end of this tribute. — It is with sadness that we share the news of the passing of Judith (Judy) Hughes, whose nearly five decades of faithful service and dedication to spiritual renewal touched countless lives throughout the Diocese of Norwich. Judy began her ministry in the late 1970s working alongside Father Ray Introvigne at the Spiritual Renewal Center in Norwich. She later became associate director and, in 1994, was appointed co-director. Together, they led parish missions, retreats...

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In Memoriam: Father Edward J. Wisneski

Posted on November 04, 2026 in: News

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The Diocese of Norwich mourns the passing of Reverend Edward J. Wisneski, a retired priest of the Diocese, who died Friday, October 30, 2026, at Saint Joseph Living Center in Windham. He was 86 years old. Father Wisneski was born December 7, 1939, in Middletown, Connecticut. He attended St. John School and Middletown High School before continuing his education at Georgetown University in Washington, D.C., and Fairfield University. He pursued his priestly formation at St. Mary’s Seminary in Baltimore, Maryland, where he studied philosophy and theology. He was ...

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St. Vincent de Paul Place Norwich Prepares for Annual Thanksgiving Dinner Drive

Posted on November 03, 2026 in: News, Volunteer Opportunities

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St. Vincent de Paul Place Norwich Prepares for Annual Thanksgiving Dinner Drive

ST. VINCENT DE PAUL PLACE food | care | advocacy St. Vincent de Paul Place will prepare and deliver more than 700 Thanksgiving meals on Thursday, November 26, 2026, and it is asking the community to help stock the kitchen. Volunteers will cook and deliver the meals with the goal that every plate brings warmth, comfort, and hope to neighbors in need. The organization is inviting local residents, families, parishes, and businesses to donate the ingredients that will make each plate a celebration. What’s Needed Main Ingredients Turkey – purc...

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Women's Conference Virtual Basket Raffle: Open to ALL

Virtual Basket Raffle

*Raffle is open to all* To benefit the 2021 Norwich Diocesan Women’s Conference February 13 through March 14 *Winners will be notified March 15*

14 Beautiful Baskets to choose from ONLY $1 a chance Simply use the link below to participate! https://go.rallyup.com/baskets or send a check with your basket choices by March 5th to: Bishop Flanagan Ministry Center, 199 Broadway, Norwich, CT, 06360, attention: Marianne

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Raffle is open to all
To benefit the
2021 Norwich Diocesan Women’s Conference
February 13 through March 14
Winners will be notified March 15

14 Beautiful Baskets to choose from
ONLY $1 a chance
Simply use the link below to participate!
https://go.rallyup.com/baskets
or send a check with your basket choices
by March 5th to:
Bishop Flanagan Ministry Center, 199 Broadway, Norwich, CT, 06360, attention: Marianne