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Pope: Jesus' Presence in Eucharist Helps Faithful be Truly Present for Others
Pope Francis met with about 50,000 altar servers from 20 different countries July 30. He encouraged them to embrace Jesus' presence in the Eucharist and to be present for others, including those who are different or marginalized. VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- Thanks to Jesus' promise to be with h...

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Having Fun in Our Couple Relationship
Last year, my husband and I said “yes” to a new responsibility in our ministry with Worldwide Marriage Encounter that required us to write 16 talks about different aspects of our relationship in 16 weeks. Whew! It was one of the most challenging and stressful times I can remember in our ...

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St. Mary Parish of Greeneville Completes Restoration of Church Bell Tower
It took two years and plenty of communal effort, but on June 30, St. Mary Parish in Norwich’s Greeneville neighborhood completed the restoration of its bell tower.  The church is old, built in 1922, but the parish is much older, established in 1845.  Although the tower restoration sa...

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Employment Opportunities in Education
There are several current job openings for educators in our diocese.  The positions are updated weekly so be sure to bookmark this page in your browser-  NorwichDiocese.org/Employment Here are a few of the positions that were recently posted. Elementary/Middle Pre-K Parapr...

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Pope Francis Appoints Providence Bishop Richard Henning as Archbishop of Boston
  Cardinal Seán O’Malley and Archbishop-elect Richard Henning. | Credit: Daniel Ibañez/CNA; Diocese of Rockville Centre   Pope Francis has appointed Providence, Rhode Island, Bishop Richard Henning as the archbishop of Boston as longtime Archbishop Cardinal Sean O’...

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A Sister's Journey of Healing an Unforgiving Heart
It was 2 a.m. by the time I arrived home from the airport. The letter was waiting for me. The return address told me I should wait until morning to open it, but curiosity ignored my instincts. Reading it, anger rose in my stomach and my heart began to race. I knew one day the letter would arrive....

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Ignatius of Loyola: A Saint for Difficult Times
When Ignatius of Loyola found himself bedridden with a shattered leg, all of his big dreams and plans were history. Arrogant, stubborn, and hot-tempered, Ignatius was a soldier to his core, and he excelled on the battlefield. Until now, his life as a soldier of Spain had stretched before him: sim...

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Pope Francis’ Prayer Intention for the Month of August
Pope Francis’ prayer intention for the month of August is for political leaders.  “Today, politics doesn’t have a very good reputation: corruption, scandals, and distance from people’s day-to-day lives,” Pope Francis said in a video released July 30.  &l...

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Experiencing God’s Beauty Cross-Country
Editors note: Mary-Jo McLaughlin, Catholic Family Services Coordinator for the Diocese, and her husband, Pat are on a cross-country camping trip this summer. Here she shares some of the beauty and experiences the couple has encountered thus far. Greetings from Michigan’s Upper Peninsula alo...

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Calendar of Parish Events from Around the Diocese
      Do you have an upcoming parish or school event that would be of interest to others in the Diocese? These folks do! Around the Diocese Submissions Please provide your event details to your parish administrator for submission. Email submissions are NOT accepted. Descriptions are limited to 30 words. Parish Admin Log-In   Calendar of Events Here's what's happening Around the Diocese!   Upcoming Parish Events April 10-12 Healing Weekend The Beginning Experience Ministry is inviting m...

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Bishop Reidy Reflects on the Hope of Holy Week
Carpe diem is an old Roman expression frequently translated as “seize the day.” It reminds us to take advantage of the present moment and not to let opportunity pass us by. Whether an athlete in competition, an investor in the market, or a suitor in love, opportunities must be recognized and grasped, or they can pass away and be lost. Holy Week is one such opportunity. It is the most important week of the Church’s year because it commemorates the most important events of history. The Passion, Death, and Resurrection of Jesus Christ, and our faithful acc...

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‘Something’s Happening’: Catholic Converts Surge in Many U.S. Dioceses
As Catholics across the United States prepare to welcome a striking rise in new converts this Easter, the Diocese of Norwich is very much part of that larger story of renewal. The National Catholic Register reports significant growth in dioceses nationwide, and here in Norwich that same momentum is clearly visible, with the Diocese recording a 112% increase and welcoming 98 catechumens and 152 candidates this year—the highest combined total in 10 years. This article offers a timely national perspective on something we are also seeing close to home: people are searchin...

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View the 2026 Chrism Mass and Inspiring Homily by Bishop Reidy
"The spirit of the Lord is upon me, because He has anointed me." (Is 61:1) The 2026 Chrism Mass was celebrated on Tuesday, March 31, at the Cathedral of Saint Patrick in Norwich. The Most Rev. Richard F. Reidy, Bishop of the Diocese of Norwich, presided over the sacred liturgy, which marks a highlight of Holy Week. This special Mass featured the bishop's 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 ...

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Bishop Reidy’s 2026 Easter Pastoral Letter
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 Message “Why do you seek the living one among the dead? He is not here... He has been raised” (Luke 24:5).The angelic announcement to the women at Jesus’ tomb on Easter forever changed their lives and our world. Laden with spices to anoint the body of the...

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In Case You Missed It: Palm Sunday Mass Video

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In Case You Missed It: Palm Sunday Mass Video
Watch Palm Sunday Mass with The Most Reverend Richard F. Reidy from the Cathedral of Saint Patrick — his first Palm Sunday Mass and the beginning of his first Holy Week as Bishop of Norwich. What a fickle people we are. What a faithful God we have. Bishop Richard Reidy In the homily, Bishop Reidy reflects on entering more deeply into Holy Week and walking with Christ through His Passion with hearts fixed on the hope of Easter. View the bookmarked homily (40:45) or watch the full Mass.  

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