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A Prayer for Mother's Day

Posted on May 08, 2025 in: News, Reflections

A Prayer for Mother's Day
As we celebrate Mother’s Day, we pause to honor the women who have given us life, love, and unwavering faith. Whether they are with us or have gone before us into eternal life, mothers hold a sacred place in our hearts. In their daily sacrifices, quiet strength, and generous love, we see a ref...

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‘Death is not the End of Everything’: Vatican Releases Pope’s Reflections on Aging, Dying
Pope Francis prays at the “Garden of Angels” section of the Laurentino Cemetery in Rome on All Souls’ Day, Nov. 2, 2024. Credit: Vatican Media The Vatican on Tuesday released a previously unpublished text by Pope Francis following his passing on Monday containing the late pont...

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From the Archbishop: The Resurrection Gives Us Hope
Hello there. I offer an early Easter message to you. “Christ Is Alive! He is our hope, and in a wonderful way he brings youth to our world. His very first words, then, that I would like to say to every young Christian are these: Christ is alive and he wants you to be alive!” With t...

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The Call of Easter

Posted on April 02, 2025 in: Reflections, Lent

The Call of Easter
In the stillness of the early morning, Mary Magdalene stood at the entrance of the empty tomb, her heart heavy with grief. “Jesus said to her, ‘Woman, why are you weeping? Whom are you seeking?’ Supposing him to be the gardener, she said to him, ‘Sir, if you have carried him ...

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Novena for the Solemnity of Saint Joseph
The spouse of Mary and the legal father of Jesus according to Jewish law, Joseph is a model of humility and obedience to God’s will. Today, St. Joseph’s Day is observed all over the world on March 19th with a feast. Celebrated as early as the ninth century, St. Joseph’s Day b...

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Laugh, Think, Cry, and Pray — Reconnecting with Faith This Lent
An Unforgettable Speech I had the privilege of working at ESPN for 13 years, and during that time, I witnessed some incredible moments that transcended sports. One of the most powerful was Jim Valvano—Jimmy V—delivering his unforgettable speech at the 1993 ESPY Awards. Battling cancer...

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The Four Loves and Our Faith

Posted on February 05, 2025 in: Reflections

The Four Loves and Our Faith
As we turn the calendar toward Valentine’s Day, our thoughts are often drawn to images of romantic love — heartfelt exchanges, sweet moments with loved ones, and a world draped in pink and red. Yet, C.S. Lewis invites us to broaden our understanding of love beyond romance alone. His book...

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Celebrating the Four Loves with Children
Valentine’s Day fills our children’s world with hearts, sweets and fun, but it also offers us a chance to teach them about love through our faith. Instead of focusing only on romance, we can use this holiday to explore love’s many dimensions, helping our children grow in their unde...

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Candles, Prayers, and Healing: The Blessing of Throats Explained
Each year on February 3, the Feast of St. Blaise, Catholics come together for the beautiful and unique tradition of the Blessing of Throats. It’s a simple yet powerful reminder of God’s care for us — both body and soul. St. Blaise, a 4th-century bishop and martyr, is known ...

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Archbishop Coyne Reflects on the Baptism of the Lord: "Don't Ever Apologize for Being Catholic"
This past Sunday, Archbishop Christopher Coyne, Apostolic Administrator of the Diocese of Norwich, delivered an inspiring homily at the Baptism of the Lord Mass. In his message, he urged the faithful to embrace their identity as Catholics with confidence and joy, reminding them, "Don't ever...

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Saint Patrick: "Christ Be With Me"

Posted on March 12, 2026 in: Reflections

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Saint Patrick: "Christ Be With Me"
“Christ be with me, Christ within me” St. Patrick’s Breastplate The Church celebrates the feast day of Saint Patrick on March 17. The following prayer is attributed to Saint Patrick and has a personalized inspiration for all of us who reside in our diocese placed under his protection and reliant on his intercession.  “Christ be with me, Christ within me… Christ before me, Christ behind me, Christ beside me, Christ to win me, Christ to comfort and restore me, Christ beneath me, Christ above me, Christ in quiet, Chri...

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