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Anticipating the Coming of Christ

Posted on December 18, 2020 in: FaithSparks, Advent

Anticipating the Coming of Christ

This month’s Hope and Faith video series, sponsored by the Office of Faith Events, has a special guest speaker for the four weeks of Advent - The Most Reverend Michael R. Cote. His thought-provoking reflections will be a welcome addition to your Christmas preparation. Bishop Cote will share reflections on patience, love, peace, and anticipation. The videos will be released every Wednesday throughout the month of December.

Week 4

Anticipation

This week on the Hope and Faith Series, Bishop Cote of the Diocese of Norwich speaks about the Anticipation of the coming of Christ at Christmas.

Bookmark and visit NorwichDiocese.org/Advent for additional resources this Advent season.

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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 Parish Events Classes & Formation Wednesday, September 3 – May 13 Certificate P...

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Marian Discernment Retreat for Young Women

Posted on October 23, 2025 in: Vocations

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Marian Discernment Retreat for Young Women

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Catholic Youth & Family Day – One Day, One Faith, One Awesome Experience

Posted on October 23, 2025 in: Events

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Catholic Youth & Family Day – One Day, One Faith, One Awesome Experience

Families, young people, and parish communities across the Diocese are invited to come together for Catholic Youth & Family Day with Bishop Richard Reidy on Sunday, November 2, 2025, from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. at the Church of the Holy Family in Hebron. This special day promises to be a joyful celebration of faith and community. The program will feature dynamic speakers, uplifting music, Eucharistic Adoration, and the highlight of the day: Mass with Bishop Reidy. Whether you come as a family, a parish youth group, or simply on your own, Catholic Youth & F...

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Enduring Love: Diocese Honors Couples at Anniversary Mass

Posted on October 23, 2025 in: News, Marriage

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Enduring Love: Diocese Honors Couples at Anniversary Mass

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Celebrate the Annual All Saints’ Eve Festival!

Posted on October 27, 2025 in: Events

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Celebrate the Annual All Saints’ Eve Festival!

Mark your calendars for Friday, October 31st, and join us at the Marian Friary of Our Lady of Guadalupe, located at 199 Colonel Brown Road, Griswold, for the Annual All Saints’ Eve Festival! The evening will begin with Holy Mass at 5:30 p.m., celebrated by Bishop Richard Reidy, followed by a joyful celebration for families and parishioners of all ages. Everyone is encouraged to come dressed as a saint or biblical character and take part in a variety of fun, faith-filled activities, including a potluck dinner, saint-themed games, bonfire, and ...

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Holy Ground Sanctified By the Blood of Saints

Posted on October 22, 2025 in: News

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Holy Ground Sanctified By the Blood of Saints

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