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Hundreds attend Annual Chrism Mass

Posted on April 17, 2019 in: News, Vocations

The annual Chrism Mass took place Tuesday morning at the Cathedral of St. Patrick in Norwich, where hundreds of faithful communicants continued the celebration of Holy Week leading up to Easter. The Most Rev. Michael R. Cote, D.D., Bishop of the Diocese of Norwich, blessed the sacramental oils that will be used by parishes throughout the diocese in the coming year for baptism, confirmation, anointing of the sick and the ordination of priests. Bishop Cote also acknowledged the terrible fire that almost completely destroyed the Roman Catholic Cathedral of Notre Dame in ...

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President of U.S. Bishops’ Conference Issues Statement on Notre Dame Cathedral Fire

Posted on April 15, 2019 in: News

April 15, 2019 WASHINGTON—Amidst the devastating fire taking place at the Cathedral of Notre Dame in Pairs, Daniel Cardinal DiNardo, Archbishop of Galveston-Houston and President of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops issued a statement to the people of Paris. The full statement follows: “The horrific fire that is engulfing the Cathedral of Notre-Dame de Paris is shocking and saddens us all, for this particular cathedral is not only a majestic Church, it is also a world treasure. Noble in architecture and art, it has long been a symbol of the tran...

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EASTERN CONNECTICUT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA to Perform at the Cathedral

Posted on April 05, 2019 in: Events

EASTERN CONNECTICUT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA APRIL 14, 2019 7:30 PM CATHEDRAL OF SAINT PATRICK Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart-Requiem Featuring members of the ECSO, Toshiyuki Shimada, Music Director and Conductor; Eastern Connecticut Symphony Chorus, Wendy Moy, Director Sarah Yanovitch, Soprano; Caroline Olsen, mezzo-soprano; Ethan Depuy, tenor; Gregory Flower, baritone Admission is Free for all attendees. Goodwill donations collected at the event will benefit the ECSO and the St. Vincent de Paul Place in Norwich, CT. ...

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Physician-Assisted Suicide Bill Thwarted in 2019

Posted on April 04, 2019 in: News

The Connecticut Catholic Public Affairs Conference is pleased to report that the Connecticut General Assembly's Public Health Committee has decided not to vote on HB 5898 (the physician-assisted suicide bill) this 2019 legislative session, and that there is little hope it will return next year. Thanks to your helpful voices and the dedication of groups rallied together in opposition, we were able for the fifth year to convince Connecticut’s legislators to reject physician-assisted suicide as a healthcare option in our state. The Conference will proudly conti...

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Healing Mass and Healing Service -- Sunday March 24th

Posted on March 21, 2019 in: Events

Spiritual Renewal Services is offering a Healing Mass on Sunday March 24th, 2pm at the Immaculata Retreat House in Willimantic. Prayer Teams, Individual Prayer and Annointing will follow the Mass

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One Heart Ministry wants you to join us in celebrating…

Posted on March 21, 2019 in: News, Events

World Down Syndrome Day takes place on March 21st to symbolize a third copy of the 21st Chromosome in people with Down Syndrome. It celebrates the value, acceptance and inclusion of people with Down Syndrome. God has given us all different abilities and disabilities that make us uniquely us! That’s worth celebrating!! Spread Awareness- Spread Support. To find out more about the One Heart Ministry Contact the Office of Faith Events 860-848-2237, ext. 312.

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Please Join Us: 2019 ACA Ministry Fair – Reservations Required

Posted on March 21, 2019 in: Events

The 2019 Ministry Fair showcasing our Diocesan ministries and programs will be held this year in Cromwell on April 7, 2019 from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. We will offer a continental breakfast throughout this open house style event. If you would like to attend this event to learn how donations to the 2019 Annual Catholic Appeal, ‘Hand in Hand with All God’s Children’, support our ministries and programs please RSVP by March 29th to Rosela Precopio at 860-886-1928 ext. 10 or dodadm@norwichdiocese.net. Reservations are required due to space limitations.

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Lenten Reflection: Week Three

Posted on March 20, 2019 in: Reflections

The 40 days of Lent are the perfect opportunity for us to do some… “Spiritual Spring Cleaning” For many of us, cleaning is the last thing we want to do. We take care of lots of other tasks, leaving cleaning at the end of the chore list. We ...

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Lenten Reflection: Week Two

Posted on March 13, 2019 in: Reflections

During the Lenten Season we are encouraged to change our routine. We are called to “cut back” on the parts of our everyday life that take us away from strengthening our relationship with God our Father. These are the habits and behaviors that make us complacent and unmotivated spiritually. Lent challenges us to practice abstinence, almsgiving and penance to move us out of the dark, emptiness of this world and into the light of God’s unconditional love. What are the things we personally need to “cut back” on this year, to make room for a meaningful relationship with God? *Is i...

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Lenten Reflection: Week One

Posted on March 06, 2019 in: Reflections

We began this Lenten Season on Ash Wednesday where we received ashes on our forehead in the sign of a cross. Those ashes mark the 40 day period of preparation we set aside as Catholics, to journey with Jesus. We spend the next 40 days praying, fasting, reflecting, almsgiving and acknowledging our need for penance, so that we can change and grow physically and spiritually. What types of change do you want to bring about this Lenten Season? -Change my relationships with others so they are healthy and life giving. -Change my relationship with God by committing to meaningful prayer/communication. -Chang...

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