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Hundreds Return to Annual Chrism Mass in 2022

Posted on April 13, 2022 in: News, Lent

The annual Chrism Mass took place Tuesday morning, April 12, at the Cathedral of St. Patrick in Norwich. Hundreds of faithful communicants continued the celebration of Holy Week leading up to Easter. It was the first time in three years that the cathedral was open for the Chrism Mass. ...

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In Case You Missed It: Virtual Diocesan Lenten Mission - Explore the Saints

Posted on April 11, 2022 in: Lent

The Lenten Mission is an opportunity for us to deepen our faith, take time for reflection, and pray. Please join us as we explore the Saints and how they call us to renew our relationship with Christ. Thursday- March 10, 17, 24, 31, & April 7 at 7:00 - 7:45PM To register, contact Mariann...

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Cathedral Holy Week Schedule

Posted on April 10, 2022 in: Events, Lent

Holy Week Masses for the Cathedral of Saint Patrick Masses will be live-streamed as indicated by * NorwichDiocese.org/Masses Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord April 10 7:30am + 9am + 10:30am* + 5pm Vigil Saturday April 9th Chrism Mass Tuesday, April 12 ...

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Vocations: From ‘Ashes to Life,’ Lent is a Time for Spiritual Renewal

Posted on March 26, 2022 in: Vocations, Lent

Our Lenten journey began with Ash Wednesday on March 2. Catholics from throughout our diocese came to Ash Wednesday Masses and services and were marked with ashes. These ashes represented our mortality. They reminded us that we are dust and to dust we will return. Yet, as Pope Fra...

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In Case You Missed It: Virtual Diocesan Lenten Mission - Explore the Saints

Posted on March 16, 2022 in: Events, Lent

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Bishop's Column: You Are the Light of the World

Posted on March 07, 2022 in: Reflections, Lent

March 2022 Four County Catholic You Are the Light of the World My dear brothers and sisters in Christ, The Holy Season of Lent invites us to extend ourselves in preparation for Easter through prayer, fasting, and charity – The Three Pillars of Lent. These pillars, or practices, hel...

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Lenten Calendar 2022

Posted on March 01, 2022 in: Lent

“Dear brothers and sisters, every moment of our lives is a time for believing, hoping and loving. The call to experience Lent as a journey of conversion, prayer and sharing of our goods, helps us—as communities and as individuals—to revive the faith that comes from the living Chris...

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Fasting - Abstinence - Lenten Meals

Posted on March 01, 2022 in: Lent, Around the Diocese

Fasting & Abstinence Ash Wednesday and Good Friday are obligatory days of fasting and abstinence for Catholics. In addition, Fridays during Lent are obligatory days of abstinence. The norms on fasting are obligatory from age 18 until age 59. When fasting, a person is permitted to eat o...

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2022 Lenten Bible Study: The Passion, Death and Resurrection of Jesus Christ

Posted on February 24, 2022 in: Events, Lent, Around the Diocese

2022 Lenten Bible Study The Passion, Death and Resurrection of Jesus Christ Where: St. Patrick Cathedral Hall When: Wednesday March 16, 23, and 30 Time: 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Prepare your hearts to celebrate the Resurrection of Our Lord Jesus Christ at Easter by participati...

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Resources to Help You on Your Lenten Journey

Posted on February 23, 2022 in: News, Lent

During Lent, we prepare for the celebration of Christ’s resurrection through prayer and reflection. We contemplate the promised Second Coming of Jesus as Savior. And amid the flurry of preparations, we look for practical ways to observe the holiness of the season in our everyday lives. ...

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