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ACA Ministry Spotlight: Office of Faith Events

Posted on May 27, 2021 in: ACA

ACA Ministry Spotlight: Office of Faith Events

The mission of the 25 plus ministries and programs of the Diocese of Norwich can best be expressed by the words of Jesus in the Gospel of Matthew:

For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, a stranger and you welcomed me, naked and you clothed me, ill and you cared for me, in prison and you visited me.

Matthew 25:35-36

Over the next few months, we will focus the spotlight on each of the ministries and programs that receive support through generous donations to the Annual Catholic Appeal. Our spotlight this time is on the good works being done by the Office of Faith Events.

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U.S. Gathering on July 30 for Jubilee of Young People in Rome to be Livestreamed

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