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Rosary Rally led by Bishop Reidy Highlights 40 Days for Life Campaign
  October 3 marked a special Rosary Rally led by Bishop Reidy. Seventy people joined our bishop in praying the rosary in front of Planned Parenthood. While we see and hear of many people praying in front of the Planned Parenthood clinic in Norwich, there are many other parishioners praying e...

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Forgive Them-A Classic from the Archives
Originally published in the Winter 2023 issue of the Four County Catholic, this is an oldie but a goodie worth revisiting. It began with a misplaced homily—one that unexpectedly set ripples of grace into motion, reaching farther than anyone could have foreseen. The story that follows is a remi...

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Men’s Conference: A Transformative Day of Fellowship, Hope and Healing
Some 600 men, as young as 13 and as old as 90, gathered for the 18th annual Connecticut Catholic Men’s Conference, looking for hope and healing — and some for encouragement in their call to the priesthood. The conference at Holy Cross High School in Waterbury centered on the theme &ld...

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We Can Help. Promise to Protect-Pledge to Heal.
We Can Help To report inappropriate conduct of any kind by a Diocesan Bishop please contact ReportBishopAbuse.org or call 1-800-276-1562 To report inappropriate contact of any kind by a representative of the Diocese of Norwich or for assistance for victims, please call The Dioce...

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Pope Leo XIV’s prayer intention for October
Pope Leo XIV invites the faithful to pray that believers of different religions may work together to promote peace, justice, and human fraternity. He urges cooperation that goes beyond dialogue, encouraging concrete steps toward reconciliation and solidarity.     In a divided world, in...

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A Flower in the Shadows: Choosing the Little Way When Life Feels Heavy
On October 1, the Church celebrates the feast of St. Thérèse of Lisieux, affectionately known as the Little Flower. She is remembered for her radiant trust in God and her “little way” of love. But behind her childlike faith was a life marked by deep suffering. Thérèse lost her mother ...

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Knights of Columbus Give Back: Donations to Guardian Angels and St. Mary’s
  The K of C Francis Cardinal Spellman Council 6107 recently made donations of $250 each to the parishes of Guardian Angels Roman Catholic Church and St. Mary’s Ukrainian Catholic Church located in Colchester. The funds were distributed from the proceeds raised by the parish breakfast ...

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Bishop Reidy Opens 40 Days for Life with Call to Prayer and Witness
On Tuesday evening, the eve of the 40 Days for Life Campaign, Bishop Richard F. Reidy offered a thoughtful homily at the Kickoff Vigil Mass, reminding the faithful that the right to life is the most fundamental of all human rights. Drawing on the vision of our nation’s founding fathers and the...

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Family's Role in Church, Society Needs Support, Pope Says
The family's irreplaceable role in the church and society deserves support from both, Pope Leo XIV told a group in Rome for a reflection on "the future of life and the family" in Latin America.   VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- The strength of families and their ability to thrive and ...

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New Name, Renewed Mission: Evangelization & Discipleship Ministry
Effective immediately, the Office of Faith Events will now be known as the Evangelization & Discipleship Ministry. This new name reflects more clearly the heart of its mission: to help the Diocese of Norwich be “Rooted in Christ, United in Faith, Committed to Serve.” Evangelizatio...

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Pope Leo XIV Proclaims Franciscan Jubilee Year

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Pope Leo XIV Proclaims Franciscan Jubilee Year
Pope Leo XIV has proclaimed a “Special Year of St. Francis” to commemorate the 800th anniversary of the saint’s death. During this time of grace, which will extend until January 2027, the faithful are granted the opportunity to obtain a plenary indulgence. This Franciscan Jubilee Year, considered a gift for the entire Church and an occasion for authentic spiritual renewal, was inaugurated on Jan. 10 with a decree issued by the Apostolic Penitentiary of the Holy See. Until Jan. 10 of next year, the faithful can obtain this grace under t...

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9 Days for Life Novena Begins Friday, January 16th
The 9 Days for Life Novena, an annual prayer initiative for the protection of human life, will begin on Friday, January 16th, inviting Catholics across the country to unite in prayer, reflection, and action. Sponsored by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, 9 Days for Life is a novena dedicated to fostering a deeper respect for the dignity of every human person, from conception to natural death. Each of the nine days includes a specific intention, a brief reflection, and suggested actions designed to help participants actively build a culture of life in thei...

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Diocese of Norwich to Host Rock Climbing Event with Bishop Reidy
The Diocese of Norwich is inviting families and individuals of all ages to reach new heights— literally— at a free indoor rock climbing event on Saturday, February 7, at Central Rock Gym in Glastonbury. Adding to the excitement, Bishop Richard Reidy will be in attendance, offering participants a special opportunity to share in an evening of fellowship, encouragement, and fun with the diocesan shepherd. Designed as a welcoming experience for beginners and seasoned climbers alike, the event will run from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. and provides a safe, supervised...

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Join Us Jan. 22: Cathedral Mass on the Eve of the March for Life
The Diocese of Norwich invites you to join us for Mass on Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. at the Cathedral of Saint Patrick in Norwich, as we prepare in prayer for the March for Life in Washington, D.C. All are welcome—whether you are traveling to Washington or remaining here at home. Let us unite around the Eucharist and entrust this witness to the Lord. Bus Departure (Registered Pilgrims) For those who are registered for the bus trip, the bus will depart for Washington, D.C. immediately following Mass. Please plan to arrive early to allow for an on-...

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Knights of Columbus Celebrate Fourth Degree Exemplification at St. Patrick’s Cathedral
The Knights of Columbus held an Exemplification of the Fourth Degree on Sunday, January 11, 2026, at St. Patrick’s Cathedral in Norwich, marking a significant moment in the life of the Order and the Diocese. The Fourth Degree, the highest degree within the Knights of Columbus, emphasizes the principle of Patriotism and calls members to live their Catholic faith in faithful service to God, country, and community. The day began with Mass at 10:30 a.m., which was celebrated at the cathedral and offered in prayer for the candidates and their families. Following Mass...

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St. Vincent de Paul Middletown Celebrates Groundbreaking for St. Vincent’s Commons
On Thursday, January 15, 2026, St. Vincent de Paul Middletown celebrated a major milestone with the groundbreaking of St. Vincent’s Commons at 12 Liberty Street in Middletown—a visible sign that the mission is moving forward, not just in words, but in bricks and mortar. The ceremony brought together supporters, community partners, and guests for an upbeat, hope-filled moment: prayers offered, plans shared, and then the symbolic “shovels in the ground” that officially marked the start of what will become St. Vincent’s Commons. Executive Di...

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