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Kenny Loggins: This Is It!

Posted on August 23, 2023 in: Events

Kenny Loggins: This Is It!
Kenny Loggins at Mohegan Sun Arena St. Mary Church has Concert Tickets for Kenny Loggins: This Is It! His Final Tour 2023 with special guest Yacht Rock Revue  September 14, 7:30pm $100 per ticket Mohegan Sun Arena, Montville CT Skybox Seats, Food and Bar Service Available! ...

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Heart of the Revival: "When Did Jesus Stop Being Enough?"
Dear Friends,  Last week, members of the Executive Team for the National Eucharistic Revival gathered to prayerfully prepare and plan for the Year of Mission, which launches at the conclusion of the National Eucharistic Congress in Indianapolis next July 2024 and culminates in 2025, the...

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St. Maximilian Kolbe, Martyr of Charity
St. Maximilian Kolbe (1894-1941) was a Polish Catholic priest and martyr. He founded the Militia Immaculata and promoted devotion to the Virgin Mary. During World War II, he was imprisoned in Auschwitz, where he selflessly volunteered to take the place of a condemned prisoner. His act of sacrificial...

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Clowning For Christ

Posted on July 31, 2023 in: Reflections

Clowning For Christ
“Clowning,” is defined as “to do silly things and to dress in outrageous costumes in order to make people laugh.” But, Clowning for Christ is a ministry and involves sharing God's love more than laughs. Meet Clown David.  Clown David, also known as David Kohn i...

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Norwich, Catholic, Faith
Employment Opportunities in the Diocese of Norwich
Looking for a job? We have a number of open positions that can be found at  NorwichDiocese.org/Employment. Latest listing: Administrative Assistant within the Annual Catholic Appeal The ACA, located in Norwich, is in need of an Administrative Assistant Monday-Thursday, 9:00 am – ...

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Parenting Pursuits: Seeds of Faith
One of the greatest responsibilities we have as parents is the blessing of instilling faith into our children’s lives. Most are familiar with the age-old proverb: “Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it.” (Prv 22:6) However, as any p...

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Family Summer Activities to Foster Faith
Summer is a beautiful time to step into creation to learn about the Creator! During these summer months, try some of these popular activities — nature walks, beach trips, service projects — to help initiate and develop faith conversations with your children. Plant seeds of faith &m...

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Marriage, Catholic, youth
UConn Students Host a Donation Drive for “Backpacks for Life”
With the generous support of Our Lady Queen of Peace Parish and area community on Saturday, April 29th, the UConn students, led by Senior Rachel Poulos, completed a successful donation drive for daily essential items at the Catholic Student Center at Storrs to complete 20 backpacks for homeless...

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May is Mental Health Month
The National Catholic Partnership on Disability is recognizing that May is Mental Health Month. HUMAN LIFE IS SACRED. EVERY PERSON IS CREATED IN GOD’S IMAGE. A PERSON'S DIGNITY AND WORTH CANNOT BE DIMINISHED BY ANY CONDITION INCLUDING MENTAL ILLNESS. Whoever suffers from menta...

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Saint Gemma Galgani: 'Lift Yourself Up to Him'
“Lift yourself up to Him, who has lowered Himself for you.” Saint Gemma Galgani The Church celebrates the feast day of Saint Gemma Galgani on April 11. A prayerful union with the passion of Christ was evident in Saint Gemma from childhood. After her mother died, Gemma took on a mot...

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Posted on January 31, 2025 in: Events, Around the Diocese

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Candles, Prayers, and Healing: The Blessing of Throats Explained
Each year on February 3, the Feast of St. Blaise, Catholics come together for the beautiful and unique tradition of the Blessing of Throats. It’s a simple yet powerful reminder of God’s care for us — both body and soul. St. Blaise, a 4th-century bishop and martyr, is known for a pretty amazing story. One day, he saved a young boy who was choking on a fishbone. This miracle led to his reputation as the patron saint of throat ailments. Over the centuries, people have turned to him for help with illnesses, trusting in his intercession and God’s ...

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Archbishop Coyne Reflects on the Baptism of the Lord: "Don't Ever Apologize for Being Catholic"
This past Sunday, Archbishop Christopher Coyne, Apostolic Administrator of the Diocese of Norwich, delivered an inspiring homily at the Baptism of the Lord Mass. In his message, he urged the faithful to embrace their identity as Catholics with confidence and joy, reminding them, "Don't ever apologize for being Catholic." Archbishop Coyne drew meaningful connections between the baptism of Jesus and our own call to live as beloved children of God. He reflected on the feast's profound significance, encouraging the community to proclaim the Good News boldly...

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A Month of Compassion: Film Events to Support St. Vincent de Paul Place
Answering Christ’s Call to Serve As Catholics, we are called to see Christ in the faces of the most vulnerable among us. The Gospel of Matthew reminds us, “Whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me” (Matthew 25:40). This February, we have a powerful opportunity to put our faith into action—raising awareness of the homelessness crisis and providing support for those in need. Throughout the month, the community is invited to two significant film events that shine a light on the struggles faced by ...

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Celebrating 150 Years: St. Joseph School Honors Faith, Family, and Tradition
As we move into Catholic Schools Week we highlight one school that has been educating students in the Faith for more than 150 years. St. Joseph School in Baltic celebrated a milestone this year—its 150th anniversary. Since its founding in 1874, the school has been a cornerstone of faith, education, and community, nurturing generations of students to lead lives of service and integrity. The anniversary celebrations on January 26, 2025, reflected the school’s enduring legacy and vibrant present, bringing together alumni, students, faculty, and friends. Comme...

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Witnessing Hope — My First March For Life

Posted on February 05, 2025 in: ProLife

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Witnessing Hope — My First March For Life
I signed up to attend the 2025 March for Life in Washington, D.C. Little did I know how great an impact the event would have on me. I had long intended to attend the March for Life but life's demands somehow seemed to get in the way. Thankfully I was able to participate this year. Father Brian Maxwell and I joined the Respect Life Ministry of the Archdiocese of Hartford. We bused down to D.C., enjoying camaraderie, prayer, and a movie. For someone who generally does not like bus trips, it was enjoyable and went by very quickly. After checking into our hotel...

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