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Novena for the Solemnity of Saint Joseph

Posted on March 18, 2025 in: Reflections, Lent

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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Rite of Election Welcomes Catechumens on First Sunday of Lent

Posted on March 09, 2025 in: News, Lent

On Sunday, March 9, the First Sunday of Lent, the Cathedral of Saint Patrick in Norwich was filled with faith and anticipation as catechumens from across the diocese gathered for the Rite of Election. This significant step in their journey toward full initiation into the Catholic Church marks their ...

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Lent and the Call to Generosity: Serving Christ in Others

Posted on March 07, 2025 in: Lent

Lent is a sacred season, a time of reflection, repentance, and renewal. It mirrors Jesus' forty days in the desert, calling us to turn away from sin and deepen our relationship with God. During this time, the Church invites us to embrace three spiritual pillars—prayer, fasting, and almsgiv...

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24 Hours for the Lord

Posted on March 07, 2025 in: Events, Lent, Around the Diocese

24 Hours for the Lord Schedule Join us for 24 Hours for the Lord, a special opportunity to encounter the boundless mercy of God. This initiative, inspired by Pope Francis, invites the faithful to set aside time for prayer, reflection, and reconciliation, deepening their relationship with Christ t...

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St. Andrew Church Begins Lent with Ash Wednesday Mass and Reflection

Posted on March 05, 2025 in: Lent

On March 5, 2025, the faithful of St. Andrew Church in Colchester, Connecticut, gathered to observe Ash Wednesday, marking the commencement of the Lenten season. The Mass was celebrated by Fr. Mark Masnicki. In his homily, Fr. Masnicki emphasized the significance of Lent as a...

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Pope Francis’ Message for Lent 2025

Posted on February 25, 2025 in: News, Lent

In his message for Lent 2025, Pope Francis emphasized the importance of living one’s life as a constant journey of conversion, choosing to walk in peace and hope aside one’s fellow humans. “May the hope that does not disappoint, the central message of the jubilee, be the focus o...

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A Lenten Prayer to Begin the Season

Posted on February 25, 2025 in: Lent

Ash Wednesday is the first day of the 40 days of Lent dedicated to prayer, fasting, and reflection in preparation for the great celebration of Christ’s Paschal Mystery in the Easter Triduum. We pray that this day marks the beginning of your spiritual renewal. Bookmark the link bel...

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Experience the Stations of the Cross in this Weekly Virtual Event

Posted on February 25, 2025 in: Events, Lent

The Way of the Cross The Diocesan Office of Faith Events invites you to join us virtually Friday nights during Lent as we pray together the Stations of the Cross with a different focus/lens each week. ❖ March 7: Through the eyes of social justice ❖ March 14: Through the eyes of th...

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Laugh, Think, Cry, and Pray — Reconnecting with Faith This Lent

Posted on February 25, 2025 in: Reflections, 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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Lenten Mission to Highlight Beloved Saint for Lost Causes

Posted on February 20, 2025 in: Lent

A special mission at a Derby parish will include veneration of a first-class relic of St. Jude Thaddeus, one of the Twelve Apostles of Jesus Christ. The relic, an arm bone of St. Jude’s right hand, can be venerated during the “St. Jude Mission, Mass and Veneration” from Ma...

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