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Connecticut Catholic Men’s Conference 2025: Pilgrims of Hope             A Sacred Day for Brotherhood, Witness, and Grace   Waterbury, CT — The Connecticut Catholic Men’s Conference invites Catholic men to gather for a transformative day of faith, fellowship, and renewal on Saturday, September 27th, 2025, at a new location, Holy Cross High School in Waterbury, CT. Doors open at 7:30am, with the event beginning promptly at 8:30am and concluding with Vigil Mass. This year’s theme, “2025 Jubilee Yea...

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Youth are invited for a fun evening of Bowling with the Bishop!   WHEN: Tuesday, August 19, 2025, 5:30–7:30 PM WHERE: Norwich Bowling & Entertainment Center   Middle and high school youth from across the Diocese are invited to enjoy two hours of bowling, food, and fellowship with Bishop Richard Reidy. The cost is $16 which includes bowling, pizza and drinks. Space is limited to the first 34 young people who register with payment. To register, contact Liza Roach at lroach@norwichdiocese.net to receive the permission slip. Registration wi...

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Editor’s Note After nearly ten years of ministry with the Diocese of Norwich, our dear colleague Mary-Jo McLaughlin has entered retirement. While she may be stepping away from her day-to-day role, she is not stepping away from us entirely. I’m happy to share that she will continue writing her beloved Marriage Matters column, bringing her insight and compassion to our readers in the months ahead. In the following reflection, Mary-Jo shares her heartfelt gratitude for the journey she’s been on—and the faith that continues to guide her. It’s...

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Very Reverend Grzegorz Leading the Eucharistic Procession   In celebration of the Feast of Corpus Christi, Very Reverend Grzegorz Brozonowicz, Pastor of Saint Pio Parish in Old Saybrook, led over 120 parishioners in a joyous Eucharistic Procession on the grounds of Saint John Church on Sunday, June 22nd after the 11am Mass. Members of Knights of Columbus Father Hussion Council 2968 carried the canopy over the Monstrance in the procession while members of the choir led the parishioners in song. Three altars, adorned with candles and flowers, were arranged for A...

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    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!   Friday, August 1 American Red Cross Blood Drive Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, Gales Ferry Time: 1:00 PM – 6:00 P...

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A Life of Mission and Mercy: Sr. Eileen Smith, DHS December 31, 1921 – June 17, 2025   Sr. Eileen Smith, DHS, 103, a member of the Daughters of the Holy Spirit, entered her eternal rest on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at St. Joseph Living Center in Windham, where she had been in residence since 2018.   Rose Eileen was born December 31, 1921, in Attleboro, MA, the daughter of the late Joseph A. and Rose (Soucy) Smith, the seventh of fifteen children. She entered religious life in 1940 and made her religious profession on August 20, 1945, at the P...

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