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Bishop Cote's Video Message: 2023 Annual Catholic Appeal

Posted on April 06, 2023 in: ACA

Bishop Cote's video message for the 2023 Annual Catholic Appeal can be viewed here. Click the link below the video to be taken to the 2023 ACA page for more information and to donate. Click Here to Learn More Click here to view our&nb...

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Governor Lamont Visits Saint Bernard School

Posted on May 13, 2021 in: School News

Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont said he was especially excited to visit Saint Bernard School on Tuesday, May 11, because of how the Catholic high school in Montville has remained open throughout the Covid-19 pandemic. “This is a year you will never forget, and I hope all of you here at Sain...

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Norwich, bishop, Connecticut, Catholic

Faith Through the Eyes of Scripture - Lenten Mission

Posted on February 17, 2021 in: Events, Lent

Diocesan Lenten Mission Presenters:Bishop Michael R. Cote Fr. Peter Langevin The Lenten Mission is an opportunity for us as individuals to deepen our faith, take up the call to conversion and renew our commitment to Christ and His Church. Please join us as we are renewed through the people...

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Catholic Foundation Selects Reverend Roughan Scholarship Recipients

Posted on August 01, 2020 in: Catholic Foundation News

The Catholic Foundation of the Diocese of Norwich, Inc. is pleased to announce the 2020 recipients of the Reverend Richard F. Roughan Scholarships as Julia Kalrberg, daughter of Mark and Kathleen Karlberg of Waterford, and Payton Sutman, son of Heston and Elizabeth Sutman, also of Waterford. Juli...

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Bishop Blesses Local Fishermen And Their Boats

Posted on July 29, 2020 in: News

The tradition of the annual Blessing of the Fleet in Stonington continued this year, albeit with a much smaller crowd and scaled-back ceremonies. The blessing remembers local fishermen who have died at sea and honors the vessels -- along with their captains, owners, crews and families -- that wil...

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Community Pride Prospered at Tenth Annual Seton Scholarship Dinner

Posted on November 20, 2019 in: News

By Gina Foster In addition to providing an excellent education, our Catholic schools instill strong community pride which was apparent at this year’s Tenth Annual Seton Scholarship Dinner held on November 3rd at St. Clements Castle & Marina in Portland. In its largest dinner to date,...

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Norwich, bishop, Catholic

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...

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Posted on May 09, 2025 in: Events, Around the Diocese

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A Prayer for Mother's Day

Posted on May 08, 2025 in: News, Reflections

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As we celebrate Mother’s Day, we pause to honor the women who have given us life, love, and unwavering faith. Whether they are with us or have gone before us into eternal life, mothers hold a sacred place in our hearts. In their daily sacrifices, quiet strength, and generous love, we see a reflection of God’s own care and compassion. We invite you to join us in prayer for all mothers—past, present, and future. A Mother’s Day Prayer Heavenly Father, We thank You for the gift of mothers, through whom Your love is revealed in so many ways. Bless...

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Inauguration on May 18: Vatican Releases Official Schedule for Pope Leo XIV’s First Days

Posted on May 09, 2025 in: News

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Inauguration on May 18: Vatican Releases Official Schedule for Pope Leo XIV’s First Days

The Vatican Press Office released the official schedule of initial engagements over the coming weeks for Pope Leo XIV. Here are the key dates: Immediate appointments Saturday, May 10: Meeting with cardinals Sunday, May 11: Regina Caeli prayer from the central loggia of St. Peter’s Basilica Monday, May 12: Meeting with worldwide press First formal engagements Friday, May 16: Reception of diplomatic corps (heads of mission) Sunday, May 18: Inaugural Mass f...

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'Peace be with all of you': Pope Leo XIV Greets the Faithful and the World, Invoking Peace

Posted on May 08, 2025 in: News

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'Peace be with all of you': Pope Leo XIV Greets the Faithful and the World, Invoking Peace

Pope Leo XIV greeted the city of Rome and the world with these words at his first appearance as the Successor of Peter from the Central Loggia of St Peter's Basilica: Greetings to Rome and to the world Peace be with you! Dearest brothers and sisters, this was the first greeting of the risen Christ, the good shepherd who gave His life for the flock of God. I, too, would like this greeting of peace to enter your hearts, to reach your families and all people, wherever they are; and all the peoples, and all the earth: Peace be with you. This is the peace of the Ris...

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Photos & Video: The Most Rev. Richard F. Reidy Ordained as the Sixth Bishop of Norwich

Posted on May 01, 2025 in: News, Vocations

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Photos & Video: The Most Rev. Richard F. Reidy Ordained as the Sixth Bishop of Norwich

The Most Reverend Richard F. Reidy was ordained as the Sixth Bishop of Norwich, Connecticut at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, April 29th, 2025 at the Cathedral of Saint Patrick. The gathering filled the cathedral for the Mass of Episcopal Ordination of Bishop Reidy, who comes to Norwich from the Diocese of Worcester, Massachusetts, where he was vicar general. Pope Francis appointed Reidy as Sixth Bishop of Norwich in February. Click here to see a photo gallery of the Ordination Click here for more information about Bishop Reidy Video of the compl...

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U.S. Native Robert Francis Cardinal Prevost Elected as the 267th Bishop of Rome, Pope Leo XIV

Posted on May 08, 2025 in: News

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U.S. Native Robert Francis Cardinal Prevost Elected as the 267th Bishop of Rome, Pope Leo XIV

"Peace be with all of you!" - the first words of Pope Leo XIV. The Conclave has elected Robert Francis Cardinal Prevost as the 267th Bishop of Rome. The new pope was announced to the waiting crowds by Cardinal Protodeacon Dominique Mamberti. Annuntio vobis gaudium: HABEMUS PAPAM Eminentissimum ac reverendissimum Dominum Robertum Franciscum Sanctae Romane Ecclesiae Cardinalem Prevost qui sibi nomen imposuit Leo XIV I announce to you a great joy: WE HAVE A POPE The Most Eminent and Most Reverend Lord Robert Francis Cardinal...

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