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St. Dymphna Mental Health Mass

Posted on August 17, 2023 in: News, Events

St. Dymphna Mental Health Mass
On Wednesday, September 13, a Mass for Healing, Praying for Mental Health: Awareness and Actions for a Culture of Acceptance, will take place at 6 PM at St. Joseph Church in New London. This will be the second annual celebration of this Mass, again to be celebrated by Father Mark O’Donnell and...

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Celebrating a New Chapter: Reverend Monsignor Kevin Randall Appointed as Apostolic Nuncio to Bangladesh
Reverend Monsignor Kevin Randall has been appointed as the Apostolic Nuncio (Papal Ambassador) to Bangladesh by our Holy Father Pope Francis. The appointment was made public by the Vatican on Sunday, August 13. Born on May 6, 1966, in New London, he was ordained a priest on July 25, 1992, and is inc...

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Come Pray For Vocations

Posted on August 07, 2023 in: Vocations

Come Pray For Vocations
Join us each month to pray a Eucharistic Holy Hour for vocations led by Bishop Cote. These hours of adoration are a wonderful opportunity to pray for vocations to the priesthood and religious life, to pray for our seminarians, and for our priests and religious already serving our diocese. 2023 Au...

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Don't Miss Out - Diocese to Recognize Anniversary Couples
The registration deadline is August 14, 2023. This is a firm date, so please register early. Sunday, September 10 is the date set for the Annual Silver and Golden Wedding Anniversary Mass at The Cathedral of Saint Patrick in Norwich. Bishop Michael Cote will be the main celebrant for this year&rs...

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Natural Family Planning Awareness Week is Coming Soon
“Marriage: One Flesh, Given and Received, Natural Family Planning, Supporting God’s gifts of love and life in marriage” is the theme of this year’s national Natural Family Planning Awareness Week (July 23–29, 2023). As an educational campaign of the United States Con...

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Summertime Fun for a Good Cause- Saint Mary Summer Festival
Summertime is a cherished season that invites us to embark on a journey of restoration, both for our spirits and our relationships. As the warm sun illuminates the world around us, it stirs a sense of renewal within our souls.  The summer season also presents a unique opportunity for us to c...

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Jim Caviezel: ‘Sound of Freedom’ is ‘best film I’ve done since “The Passion of the Christ”’
Editors Note: I saw this movie on July 4th.  I can't speak highly enough about the movie and the message. If the price of a ticket is what is keeping you from attending then read to the bottom of the article to find out how you can get free tickets.    There is a statue...

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Vatican Offers Plenary Indulgence for Third Annual Grandparents’ Day
The Vatican will again offer a plenary indulgence to mark the third World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly on July 23. The indulgence can be received by grandparents, the elderly, and all Catholics who, “motivated by the true spirit of penance and charity,” participate in Pope Fra...

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Blessed Michael McGivney is namesake of New Haven’s new city-wide parish
The seven Catholic parishes in New Haven, Connecticut, have officially been merged on July 1 into one parish named for Father Michael McGivney, founder of the Knights of Columbus. This new Blessed Michael McGivney parish will serve the New Haven Catholic community and will operate the existing ei...

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Day of Reflection Emphasizes Importance of Diocesan Catechists
The beauty of Enders Island, the warmth of the sunshine and gentle ocean breezes, were the perfect backdrop to remind Diocesan catechists that they are grounded in God’s love, a love that is as steady as the rolling waves off the nearby Atlantic Ocean. In early June, nearly 60 catechists an...

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Posted on July 04, 2025 in: Events, Around the Diocese

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The Role of Spirituality in a Caregiver’s Life
    When Jesus saw his mother and the disciple whom he loved standing beside her, he said to his mother, "Woman, here is your son." Then he said to the disciple, "Here is your mother." And from that hour the disciple took her into his own home.                                                  &...

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Join Bishop Reidy for a Youth Hike!

Posted on June 17, 2025 in: News, Events

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Join Bishop Reidy for a Youth Hike!
Middle School and High School youth are invited to a special hike with Bishop Reidy on Saturday, July 19th at 10:00 A.M. at Hurd State Park in East Hampton. Hurd State Park provides the perfect backdrop for a meaningful outdoor adventure, blending fun, exercise, scenic views, and moments of spiritual reflection. The park's flexible trails, peaceful riverside spots, and stunning overlooks make it an ideal place to connect with nature and one another. What to bring: Comfortable shoes, water, and a picnic lunch. Parents are welcome, and Youth Groups are encoura...

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Now Hiring: Faith Filled Educators

Posted on June 17, 2025 in: News, School News

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Now Hiring: Faith Filled Educators
There are several current job openings for educators in our diocese.  The positions are updated weekly, so be sure to bookmark this page in your browser-  NorwichDiocese.org/Employment Click Here to See the Current Open Positions  All candidates must complete the official professional application to be considered for a teaching position or principal position and submit it to the Diocesan School Office. Applications are available on the employment page of the website. Visit NorwichDiocese.org/Employment to view all of the open jobs in the di...

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Prayer for Our Nation

Posted on July 03, 2025 in: News

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Prayer for Our Nation
  Prayer for Our Nation   God our Father, Giver of life, we entrust the United States of America to Your loving care. You are the rock on which this nation was founded. You alone are the true source of our cherished rights of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. Reclaim this land for Your glory and dwell among Your people. Send Your Spirit to touch the hearts of our nation’s leaders. Open their minds to the great worth of human life and the responsibilities that accompany human freedom. Remind Your people that true happiness is r...

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Pray for the Pope: Join the Sacred Heart Novena June 19–27
Knights of Columbus Launches Sacred Heart Novena for Pope Leo XIV New Haven, Conn. — The Knights of Columbus have announced a special novena to the Sacred Heart of Jesus for the intention of Pope Leo XIV, beginning June 19—his anniversary of priestly ordination—and concluding June 27, the Solemnity of the Sacred Heart. Supreme Knight Patrick Kelly is encouraging Knights, their families, and all people of goodwill to participate in the novena and to submit personal prayer intentions, which he will personally bring to Rome later this Jubilee Year. P...

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