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The 66th Annual Blessing Of The Fleet Is Coming To Stonington Borough

Posted on July 25, 2019 in: Events

The 66th annual Blessing of the Fleet will take place beginning at 10:30 a.m. Sunday, July 28, at St. Mary Church in Stonington Borough to honor and remember those who have died at sea on our local commercial fishing fleet, as well as to honor and bless the vessels--along with their captains, o...

40 DAYS STRONG !

Posted on July 25, 2019 in: Events, 40DaysForLife

Are you fed up hearing in the news about radical politicians, state legislatures and governors, and new laws being proposed and implemented for late-term abortions and infanticide? Do you feel compelled to do something about it? The Norwich 40 Days For Life Team invites you to join us in standing...

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40DaysforLife, ProLife, EndAbortion, Pray

Grateful for the Gift of Music

Posted on July 25, 2019 in: News

“We are very grateful to you and your orchestra for sharing your music with us.”, said Bishop Michael R. Cote as he accepted a check from Maestro Toshiyuki Shimada, conductor and music director of the Eastern Connecticut Symphony Orchestra. “While I am pleased to receive this...

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ECSO, Symphony, SVdPP, BishopCote

Baltic Church & School Hold 33rd Annual Rummage Sale

Posted on July 23, 2019 in: Events

St. Mary's Rummage Sale is an annual, two weekend event. The sale is the main fundraiser for St. Mary's Church and St. Joseph School at 70 West Main Street in Baltic. The Sale is open during the last weekend of July and the first weekend of August. Thursday* July 25: 5-8pm Friday, ...

Youth Take Part in Sendoff Mass for Steubenville NYC Youth Conference July 20-21

Posted on July 22, 2019 in: News

By Ryan Blessing Diocesan youth and chaperones attended a special Mass on July 19 at St. John Church in Old Saybrook, concelebrated by the Most Rev. Michael R. Cote, D.D., Bishop of Norwich, before traveling to the Steubenville NYC Youth Conference at St. John’s University in Jamaica, ...

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Norwich, Mass, Steubenville, East, Conference

Registrations Now Being Accepted for Upcoming Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend in the Manchester, CT Area

Posted on July 20, 2019 in: Events, Marriage

Connecticut 2019 Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend - Register Today! The weekend is designed to help married couples communicate more intimately with one another in order to deepen and enrich their relationship. The weekend is free from everyday routines, distractions and tensions. An atmos...

Catholic Family Services Announces Natural Family Planning Week

Posted on July 18, 2019 in: News, Marriage

Natural Family Planning Awareness Week July 21-27th The slogan for this year’s Natural Family Planning Awareness Week is: Love, Naturally! Cooperating with God’s design for married love. Natural Family Planning is medically safe with no harmful side effects, is 99 percent effect...

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Marriage, NFP, Natural Family Planning

Life in the Spirit Seminar Weekend Retreat - August 2 - August 4, 2019

Posted on July 17, 2019 in: Events

My Father's House Retreat Center 39 N Moodus Rd, Moodus, Connecticut 06469 Presented by Spiritual Renewal Services, a ministry of the Diocese of Norwich The Life in the Spirit Seminar is a highly enjoyable and healing eight- session program designed to bring an individual into a pers...

St. Vincent de Paul Place Offers a Break from the Heat

Posted on July 17, 2019 in: News

With an expected heat wave set to blanket the region this weekend, it's a good time to remind all that the St. Vincent de Paul Place food pantry, at 120 Cliff St. in Norwich, is available for those seeking a cooling center. The pantry/soup kitchen is open from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. ...

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Connecticut Catholic Bishops Release Statement On Immigration Controversy

Posted on July 12, 2019 in: News

July 10, 2019 Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ: These past months have been marked by escalating tensions at our southern border. Most recently we were confronted with the tragic images of the drowning deaths of Óscar Martínez and his 23-month-old daughter, Angie Valeria, who were fle...

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Posted on April 11, 2025 in: Events, Around the Diocese

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Watch the 2025 Chrism Mass and Homily by Archbishop Christopher J. Coyne

Posted on April 16, 2025 in: News, Vocations, Lent

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Watch the 2025 Chrism Mass and Homily by Archbishop Christopher J. Coyne

The 2025 Chrism Mass was celebrated on Wednesday, April 16th, at the Cathedral of Saint Patrick in Norwich. The Most Rev. Christopher J. Coyne, Apostolic Administrator for the Diocese of Norwich, presided over the sacred liturgy, which marks a highlight of Holy Week. This special Mass featured the blessing of the holy oils—used throughout the year for sacraments such as Baptism, Confirmation, Anointing of the Sick, and Holy Orders—and the Renewal of Priestly Promises by the clergy of the Diocese. We invite you to watch the video of the full Mass, especiall...

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Faithful Invited to Witness a Joyous Moment in Diocesan History — Parish Tickets and Livestream Offered

Posted on April 09, 2025 in: News, Vocations

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Faithful Invited to Witness a Joyous Moment in Diocesan History — Parish Tickets and Livestream Offered

The Diocese of Norwich joyfully awaits the ordination and installation of Bishop-elect Richard F. Reidy as the sixth bishop of Norwich, to be held on Tuesday, April 29, at 2:00 p.m. in the Cathedral of Saint Patrick, Norwich. Due to the limited capacity of the Cathedral, each parish in the diocese has received an allotment of just four tickets per church to distribute. Anyone interested in attending in person must contact their parish office directly. Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate ticket requests through the diocesan office. The ordination and installati...

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Watch the Ordination & Installation of Our Next Bishop

Posted on April 24, 2025 in: News, Vocations

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Watch the Ordination & Installation of Our Next Bishop

Watch Tuesday’s Episcopal Ordination and Installation of Monsignor Richard F. Reidy as He Becomes the Sixth Shepherd for the Diocese of Norwich Be a witness to history and a moment of grace Parishes, Catholic schools, and individuals across the Diocese of Norwich—and beyond—are invited to witness a historic and sacred moment in the life of the Church. On Tuesday, Monsignor Richard F. Reidy will be ordained and installed as he becomes the sixth shepherd for the Diocese of Norwich. This solemn celebration will be livestreamed, allowing the faithful ...

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A Tradition of Giving: 47th Annual Layette Event to Support Mothers and Babies in Need

Posted on April 03, 2025 in: Events, Norwich Diocesan Council of Catholic Women

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A Tradition of Giving: 47th Annual Layette Event to Support Mothers and Babies in Need

The Norwich Diocesan Council of Catholic Women invites all women of the diocese to join in a heartfelt tradition of compassion and service at the 47th Annual Layette Event. Hosted by the Saint Pio Parish Ladies Guild and Father Hussion Columbiettes, the event will take place on Sunday, May 18th from 1 PM to 3 PM at the Saint John School Gym, located at 161 Main Street in Old Saybrook. Women attending are encouraged to bring baby items such as newborn to toddler size 3 clothing, diapers (especially large sizes), wipes, crib blankets, formula, and baby food. All donations ...

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Celebrating Our Faithful Servants: Priestly Jubilees of 2025

Posted on April 17, 2025 in: News, Vocations

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Celebrating Our Faithful Servants: Priestly Jubilees of 2025

With gratitude and joy, the Diocese of Norwich extends heartfelt congratulations and prayerful best wishes to the priests celebrating milestone anniversaries of their ordination to the sacred priesthood in 2025. These dedicated men have faithfully answered God’s call, each offering years of devoted service to Christ and His Church. Celebrating 65 years of priesthood are Reverend Paul F. Ramen (ordained February 2, 1960) and Reverend John E. Welch, M.S. (May 28, 1960), whose lifetime of ministry continues to inspire. Marking 60 years, Monsignor James Carini (May ...

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