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Pope Francis: What Would Happen if We Prayed More and Complained Less?
“What would happen if we prayed more and complained less?” Pope Francis asked Aug. 2 on his official profile on X. He then invited the faithful to ask the Lord for “the grace to know how to pray for one another.” The Holy Father posted this message as part of ...

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New Graphic Novel About Blessed Michael J. McGivney Geared to Young Readers
A new illustrated graphic novel invites young readers and families to learn more about the life and legacy of Blessed Michael J. McGivney, a parish priest from the Archdiocese of Hartford and founder of the Knights of Columbus. A Father’s Heart: The story of Blessed Michael McGivney, founde...

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Lay Carmelites Reflect on Human Poverty at Annual Retreat 2024
The 2024 Annual Lay Carmelite Retreat was held at Enders Island in Mystic, Conn., on the weekend of June 28-30. Thirty-eight retreatants from communities across the East Coast enjoyed four conferences on the writings of Ruth Burrows, a Carmelite nun who recently died at age 100. A Carmelite pries...

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What is the Ordinariate of the Chair of Saint Peter and Why is it Flourishing?
Turn down “Shadyvilla,” an unassuming residential street in Houston, and you will be greeted by a surprising sight: an imposing white stone neo-Gothic church that wouldn’t be out of place in 14th-century England. This is the Cathedral of Our Lady of Walsingham, the beating heart...

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Pope: Jesus' Presence in Eucharist Helps Faithful be Truly Present for Others
Pope Francis met with about 50,000 altar servers from 20 different countries July 30. He encouraged them to embrace Jesus' presence in the Eucharist and to be present for others, including those who are different or marginalized. VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- Thanks to Jesus' promise to be with h...

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St. Mary Parish of Greeneville Completes Restoration of Church Bell Tower
It took two years and plenty of communal effort, but on June 30, St. Mary Parish in Norwich’s Greeneville neighborhood completed the restoration of its bell tower.  The church is old, built in 1922, but the parish is much older, established in 1845.  Although the tower restoration sa...

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Employment Opportunities in Education
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 Here are a few of the positions that were recently posted. Elementary/Middle Pre-K Parapr...

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Pope Francis Appoints Providence Bishop Richard Henning as Archbishop of Boston
  Cardinal Seán O’Malley and Archbishop-elect Richard Henning. | Credit: Daniel Ibañez/CNA; Diocese of Rockville Centre   Pope Francis has appointed Providence, Rhode Island, Bishop Richard Henning as the archbishop of Boston as longtime Archbishop Cardinal Sean O’...

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Ignatius of Loyola: A Saint for Difficult Times
When Ignatius of Loyola found himself bedridden with a shattered leg, all of his big dreams and plans were history. Arrogant, stubborn, and hot-tempered, Ignatius was a soldier to his core, and he excelled on the battlefield. Until now, his life as a soldier of Spain had stretched before him: sim...

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Pope Francis’ Prayer Intention for the Month of August
Pope Francis’ prayer intention for the month of August is for political leaders.  “Today, politics doesn’t have a very good reputation: corruption, scandals, and distance from people’s day-to-day lives,” Pope Francis said in a video released July 30.  &l...

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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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Clergy Appointments

Posted on July 09, 2025 in: News, Vocations

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Clergy Appointments
July 3, 2025 The Most Reverend Richard F. Reidy, Bishop of Norwich, has made the following clergy and diocesan appointments in the Diocese of Norwich   DIOCESAN APPOINTMENT Rev. Msgr. Leszek T. Janik, JCL, Vicar General of the Diocese of Norwich, while continuing as Pastor of Sacred Heart Church, Norwichtown, and Saint Joseph Church, Norwich. Effective: June 5, 2025. Very Rev. Ted Tumicki, STL, JCL, Judicial Vicar for the Tribunal Office of the Diocese of Norwich. Effective: June 5, 2025.   CLERGY APPOINTMENT Reverend Francis Gi...

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St. Vincent de Paul Place Norwich Celebrates New Elevator
On June 24, St. Vincent de Paul Place (SVdPP) in Norwich held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to unveil a new elevator, enhancing accessibility for clients and streamlining the movement of donations. Bishop Richard F. Reidy, at right, blessed the elevator and attendees, and SVdPP Executive Director Jill Corbin emphasized the project as a shared commitment to “accessibility and dignity.” The $3.3 million project, which began over two years ago, was funded through a combination of state support, in the form of $1.7 million from Connecticut’s Department ...

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