“The Gospel of life is at the heart of Jesus’ message. Lovingly received day after day by the Church, it is to be preached with dauntless fidelity as ‘good news’ to the people of every age and culture.” (Evangelium Vitae 1) Every October in the United States, th...

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My dear sisters and brothers in Christ,     Sunday October 1, 2023 is Respect Life Sunday. This year's theme is Radical Solidarity; to be courageously pro-woman, promoting a choice that truly protects, accompanies, and supports women and their children.     ...

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Mary’s Children is the name of the new Pro-Life group at the Tri-parish community of Our Lady of Lourdes, Sacred Heart, and St. Mary Mother of the Redeemer in Gales Ferry and Groton. Our group was “conceived” by the USCCB Pastoral Plan for Pro-Life Activities call for parishes to f...

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Homilist, Deacon Mark Desroiser delivers an inspiring message at the September 26th vigil Mass to kick off the 40 Days for Life campaign in the Diocese of Norwich. This year, the 40 DAYS FOR LIFE campaign runs from Wednesday, September 27th through Sunday, November 5th. It is hoped that you w...

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The Norwich 40 Days-For-Life Campaign will begin with a Vigil Mass at St. Patrick’s Cathedral on Tuesday, September 26th, at 6:30 PM. Bishop Michael R. Cote will be the principal celebrant and homilist. This year, The 40 Days for Life Campaign runs from Wednesday, Sept. 27th through Sunday,...

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Pray Our Father, 3 Hail Marys, Glory Be   Reflect Our Blessed Mother models a profound witness to love and life in the Gospel account of the Visitation. Luke’s Gospel tells us that, when Mary learns that her cousin Elizabeth is pregnant, she travels to the hill country “...

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The Most Reverend Michael R. Cote, D.D., along with diocesan priests kicked off 40 Days for Life in the Diocese of Norwich with a Mass. Bishop Cote thanked the congregants, "for the solidarity and the support that you show for the great gift of life." The passing of Roe v. Wade in ...

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Once again we begin the 40 Days For Life Campaign, across our Diocese, America, and around the World, to peacefully pray for the end of abortion.  Following the Supreme Court override of Roe vs. Wade back in June, some abortion advocates throughout the country began protests, attacked some e...

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Norwich, Catholic

This year, the 40 Days for Life Campaign runs from Wednesday, September 28 through Sunday, November 6. We hope you will join us again in praying and fasting during this peaceful prayer vigil for life throughout these 40 days.  The Norwich 40 Days For Life Campaign will begin with a Vigil Mas...

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Pro-Life

40 DAYS FOR LIFE CONCLUDING MASS SUNDAY, OCTOBER 31ST 5 PM ST. ANDREW’S CHURCH, COLCHESTER It’s been one more meaningful campaign this year. The 40 Days For Life Team thanks you very much for your peaceful witness and heartfelt prayers for the moms and their unborn c...

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