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Clergy Appointments

Posted on October 02, 2026 in: Vocations

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Different Paths, Same Mission

Posted on August 18, 2026 in: Vocations

How Religious Communities and Diocesan Clergy Work Together to Build Up the Church Have you ever wondered why some priests belong to a religious community and others do not? Or why are there multiple religious orders active in our diocese, some of which are connected to parishes and others that a...

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The Priestly Life as a Vocation- An Evening Discussion with Fr. Mark O'Donnell

Posted on April 21, 2026 in: Vocations

In the midst of busy schedules and constant distractions, the deeper questions of purpose and calling often go unasked. Yet God continues to speak—quietly, persistently—inviting hearts to something more. For those willing to listen, the call to vocation remains as alive today as ever. ...

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Holy Hour for Vocations with Bishop Reidy

Posted on April 16, 2026 in: Events, Vocations

Join Bishop Reidy at Saint Peter Church, Higganum on Friday, April 17, at 6 p.m. as we pray for men to answer the call to be instruments of God’s grace as priests and for women to answer the call to consecrated life.

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A Vocation Within a Vocation

Posted on April 04, 2026 in: Vocations

Sometimes, as I go around the diocese talking about the four vocations to which everyone is called (marriage, the generous single life, consecrated/religious life, priesthood), a well-meaning person will stop me after Mass and say something like, “Father, I hear what you are saying, but I have...

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Bishop Reidy’s 2026 Easter Pastoral Letter

Posted on April 02, 2026 in: News, Vocations

Easter Pastoral 2026 In his 2026 Easter Pastoral, Bishop Richard F. Reidy reflects on the hope, peace, and joy of the Resurrection, reminding the faithful that Christ’s victory over sin and death remains the foundation of our hope in every trial. Bishop Richard F. Reidy’s Easter ...

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Discerning Religious Life? Women’s Discernment Retreat in Baltic

Posted on April 02, 2026 in: Vocations

The Mystery of Religious Life April 17–19 | Motherhouse, Baltic, CT Have you felt God calling you to something more? Are you a single woman, age 17–35, discerning the consecrated life? Then come and discover The Mystery of Religious Life. Take the next step on your discernm...

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In Memoriam Rev. Victor Chaker (1934–2026)

Posted on February 05, 2026 in: News, Vocations

The Diocese of Norwich mourns the passing of Rev. Victor Chaker, who died on February 3, 2026, at Bayview Nursing Home in Waterford, Connecticut, at the age of 91. Born September 15, 1934, in Port Said, Egypt, Father Chaker pursued advanced studies in science and engineering before answering God&rsq...

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Save the Date: Annual Priests’ Dinner

Posted on January 29, 2026 in: Events, Vocations

Save the Date: Annual Priests’ Dinner Join us for the Annual Priests’ Dinner on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at Mount Sacred Heart in Hamden. Vespers begin at 5 p.m., followed by dinner at 6 p.m. This year’s theme is “The Love of Christ Impels Us: Shepherding Voca...

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“I Will Give You Shepherds”- Understanding Priestly Formation Today

Posted on January 08, 2026 in: Vocations

When the Lord first called me to the priesthood, I had no idea how one got ready. I knew that priests studied at a seminary, but I had no concept of what that would entail. Only through searching the internet did I first learn what priestly preparation looked like. One of the most important docum...

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Clergy Appointments

Posted on October 02, 2026 in: Vocations

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September 22, 2026 Richard F. Reidy, Bishop of Norwich, has made the following clergy and diocesan appointments in the Diocese of Norwich CLERGY APPOINTMENT Reverend Juan Angel Aguirre Palacio from Parochial Vicar, SS. Peter & Paul, Norwich, and Saint Mary, Norwich, to Administrator, SS. Peter & Paul, Norwich, and Saint Mary, Norwich. Effective: September 16, 2026. Reverend Robert Washabaugh from Pastor, SS. Peter & Paul, Norwich, and Saint Mary, Norwich to Retirement. Effective: September 16, 2026...

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