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Posted on November 02, 2026 in: Around the Diocese

Calendar of Parish Events from Around the Diocese

 

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Runs Sept. 3 - May 19

Certificate in Catholic Theology Program

St. Agnes Church Parish Hall, Niantic

A nine-module program for anyone wishing to deepen their love and understanding of Catholic theology. Classes are held weekly and in person. Contact Lorraine Galvis lgalvis212@gmail.com for more information.

 

 

Friday, November 13

St. Joseph Church Men's Club $4,000 Cash Prize Bingo

St. Joseph Church, Vernon

6:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Enjoy a fun night of bingo with $4,000 in cash prizes. Play all games for as little as $25. Click here to register and learn more.

 

Saturday, November 14

Craft and Vendor Fair

Sacred Heart School, Groton

10 AM – 3 PM

A craft and vendor fair, with food, treats and prizes, to support the R.I.S.E.N. program at Sacred Heart School.

 

Friday, November 20

Eucharistic Adoration for Vocations

St. Mary, Mother of the Redeemer, Groton

8 AM – 8 PM

The Lay Carmelites will be hosting Eucharistic Adoration for Vocations at St. Mary, Mother of the Redeemer Church in Groton. Anyone is welcome to join them at any time.

 

Saturday, November 21

Angels & Elves Christmas Fair

St. John School, Old Saybrook

9 AM – 2 PM

Featuring 25 local artisans and crafters, a silent auction, penny cup raffles, baked goods, breakfast and lunch, and the Nearly New Shoppe.

 

Sunday, November 22

Music on Fort Hill

St. Mary, Mother of the Redeemer, Groton

5 PM – 6:15 PM

Join us for the inaugural concert of the Music on Fort Hill series, featuring the Charter Oak String Quartet. This concert is free and open to the public.

 

Tuesday, November 24

Bolton Ecumenical Thanksgiving Prayer Service

St. Maurice Church, Bolton

7 PM – 8 PM

Join the churches of Bolton as they gather to offer prayers of Thanksgiving. Bishop Richard F. Reidy will be a special guest.

 

Saturday, December 5

The Ladies of St. Joseph Holiday Bazaar

St. Joseph Church, Vernon

9 AM – 2 PM

Crafts, vendors, raffles and more. Stop by and finish, or start, your Christmas shopping!

 

Padre Pio Foundation of America Annual Christmas Open House

Padre Pio Foundation of America, Cromwell

9 AM – 2 PM

Enjoy refreshments, browse the Padre Pio Gift Shop and spend time in prayer in Our Mother of the Holy Innocents Chapel.

 

Saturday, December 12

12th Annual Cookie Sale & Basket Raffle

Our Lady of La Salette, Brooklyn

9 AM – 1 PM

More than 40 varieties of homemade cookies will be sold by the pound, along with more than 50 beautiful baskets available to win.

 

St. Joseph Christmas Pierogi Sale

St. Joseph Church, Norwich

10 AM – Noon

Pre-orders will be taken in November. Potato-and-cheese and sauerkraut pierogi will be available in time for Christmas. Call 860-887-1565 for information.

 

Friday, December 18

Eucharistic Adoration for Vocations

St. Mary, Mother of the Redeemer, Groton

8 AM – 8 PM

The Lay Carmelites will be hosting Eucharistic Adoration for Vocations at St. Mary, Mother of the Redeemer Church in Groton. Anyone is welcome to join them at any time.

 

Wednesday, December 23

35th Anniversary Celebration of the Establishment of the Saint Clare Fraternity, OFS

St. Edward the Confessor Church, Stafford Springs

10 AM – 1 PM

The St. Clare Fraternity, OFS, celebrates 35 years of living the Gospel through the Secular Franciscan charism and following the example of St. Francis.

 

Friday, January 15, 2027

Eucharistic Adoration for Vocations

St. Mary, Mother of the Redeemer, Groton

8 AM – 8 PM

The Lay Carmelites will be hosting Eucharistic Adoration for Vocations at St. Mary, Mother of the Redeemer Church in Groton. Anyone is welcome to join them at any time.

 

Friday, February 19, 2027

Eucharistic Adoration for Vocations

St. Mary, Mother of the Redeemer, Groton

8 AM – 8 PM

The Lay Carmelites will be hosting Eucharistic Adoration for Vocations at St. Mary, Mother of the Redeemer Church in Groton. Anyone is welcome to join them at any time.

 

Friday, March 19, 2027

Eucharistic Adoration for Vocations

St. Mary, Mother of the Redeemer, Groton

8 AM – 8 PM

The Lay Carmelites will be hosting Eucharistic Adoration for Vocations at St. Mary, Mother of the Redeemer Church in Groton. Anyone is welcome to join them at any time.

 

Friday, April 16, 2027

Eucharistic Adoration for Vocations

St. Mary, Mother of the Redeemer, Groton

8 AM – 8 PM

The Lay Carmelites will be hosting Eucharistic Adoration for Vocations at St. Mary, Mother of the Redeemer Church in Groton. Anyone is welcome to join them at any time.

 

Friday, May 7, 2027

Spring Gala for Sacred Heart School (Groton)

U.S. Coast Guard Academy, New London

6 PM – 9 PM

The Spring Gala, the largest annual fundraiser for Sacred Heart School, will be held on Friday, May 7 at the United States Coast Guard Academy.

 

Friday, May 21, 2027

Eucharistic Adoration for Vocations

St. Mary, Mother of the Redeemer, Groton

8 AM – 8 PM

The Lay Carmelites will be hosting Eucharistic Adoration for Vocations at St. Mary, Mother of the Redeemer Church in Groton. Anyone is welcome to join them at any time.

 

Friday, June 18, 2027

Eucharistic Adoration for Vocations

St. Mary, Mother of the Redeemer, Groton

8 AM – 8 PM

The Lay Carmelites will be hosting Eucharistic Adoration for Vocations at St. Mary, Mother of the Redeemer Church in Groton. Anyone is welcome to join them at any time.

 

Friday, July 16, 2027

Eucharistic Adoration for Vocations

St. Mary, Mother of the Redeemer, Groton

8 AM – 8 PM

The Lay Carmelites will be hosting Eucharistic Adoration for Vocations at St. Mary, Mother of the Redeemer Church in Groton. Anyone is welcome to join them at any time.

 

Friday, August 20, 2027

Eucharistic Adoration for Vocations

St. Mary, Mother of the Redeemer, Groton

8 AM – 8 PM

The Lay Carmelites will be hosting Eucharistic Adoration for Vocations at St. Mary, Mother of the Redeemer Church in Groton. Anyone is welcome to join them at any time.

 

Friday, September 17, 2027

Eucharistic Adoration for Vocations

St. Mary, Mother of the Redeemer, Groton

8 AM – 8 PM

The Lay Carmelites will be hosting Eucharistic Adoration for Vocations at St. Mary, Mother of the Redeemer Church in Groton. Anyone is welcome to join them at any time.

 

 


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