Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen to Be Beatified September 24 One of the most recognizable Catholic voices of the 20th century will soon be declared Blessed. Venerable Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen will be beatified on Thursday, September 24, 2026, during a Mass at The Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis, Missouri. The Mass begins at 2 p.m. Central Time — 3 p.m. Eastern Time and will be available for Catholics in the Diocese of Norwich and around the world to watch live. Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle will preside at the Beatification Mass as the representative o...

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WASHINGTON - “As conflicts intensify around the world, let us renew our commitment to be Christ’s instruments of peace in an increasingly fractured and divided world,” said Archbishop Paul S. Coakley, president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, in a statement marking the 25th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001.  Archbishop Coakley’s statement follows:   “As we prayerfully remember the tragedy of September 11, 2001, I invite all Catholics to join me in prayer for the victims taken from us in acts...

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In Memoriam: Sister Anne Marie Berthiaume, DHS April 8, 1935 – September 3, 2026 Sister Anne Marie Berthiaume, DHS, 91, a member of the Daughters of the Holy Spirit, died on Thursday, September 3, 2026, at St. Joseph Living Center in Windham, Connecticut. Born Marie Anne Louise Berthiaume in Waterbury, Connecticut, she was the daughter of Lawrence (Loronzo) Berthiaume and Alice (Beland) Berthiaume. After graduating from Waterbury Catholic High School as the business valedictorian in 1953, she entered the Daughters of the Holy Spirit and professed her vows ...

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Accounts Payable & Office Assistant Roman Catholic Diocese of Norwich About the Diocese of Norwich The Roman Catholic Diocese of Norwich serves the faithful across Eastern Connecticut and is committed to advancing the mission of Jesus Christ through worship, evangelization, education, charitable outreach, and stewardship of resources. The Diocese supports parishes, schools, ministries, clergy, and lay leaders in fostering vibrant Catholic communities rooted in faith, service, and discipleship. As a diocesan employee, you become part of a faith-driven organiz...

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Athletes of all ages are invited to come together in faith at the Diocese of Norwich’s Athletes for Christ Mass on Sunday, September 27, at 2 p.m. at the Cathedral of St. Patrick in Norwich. Bishop Richard Reidy will celebrate this special Mass honoring athletes and the role faith can play both on and off the field. Attendees are encouraged to wear their sports uniform or a jersey representing their favorite team. Whether competing on a school team, participating in a recreational league or simply cheering from the sidelines, all are welcome to join the dioce...

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Sister Zena Pereira, DHS December 23, 1937 – August 21, 2026 Sister Zena Pereira, a member of the Daughters of the Holy Spirit whose long religious life was devoted to education, pastoral ministry and care for others, died on Friday, August 21, 2026, at St. Joseph Living Center in Windham. She was 88. Born Zena Bernadette Pereira in Bombay, India, on December 23, 1937, she was the daughter of Charles Pereira and Margaret Soeiro. Her journey in religious life began with the Franciscan Hospitallers of the Immaculate Conception. She professed her first vows w...

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