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Bishop Cote's Christmas Message for 2022
  December 2022 Four County Catholic Christmas Message 2022 “And she gave birth to her firstborn son and wrapped him in bands of cloth, and laid him in a manger, because there was no place for them in the inn.”   Luke 2:7 My dear sisters and brot...

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The Chair: A Conversation with Today's Apostles
The Cathedral of Saint Patrick and Bishop Michael R. Cote were featured in The Chair, a television series that highlights 85 of America's cathedrals, exploring the rich fabric and diversity of the Catholic Church through the eyes of the local ordinary. The cathedral church of a diocese houses...

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Clergy Appointments

Posted on December 20, 2022 in: Vocations

Clergy Appointments
December 20, 2022 The Most Reverend Michael R. Cote, D. D., Bishop of Norwich, has made the following clergy and diocesan appointment in the Diocese of Norwich   Reverend Kevin Reilly, Diocesan Director of Vocations, while continuing as Pastor of Saint Patrick Church, Mystic. Eff...

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 Connecticut Catholic Conference Files Freedom of Information Complaint for Abortion Numbers
The Connecticut Catholic Conference (CCC), the educational 501c(3) branch of the CT Catholic Public Affairs Conference, has filed a Freedom of Information complaint against the State Department of Public Health (DPH) for failing to provide the CCC with its annual statistical abortion report. The DPH...

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Watch & Listen to the 43rd Lessons & Carols
The Festival of Lessons and Carols was held on Sunday, December 18, 2022 on the Fourth Sunday of Advent. One of the most festive ways to enjoy the beauty of the Cathedral of Saint Patrick, there were readings of sections of the Christmas story, choir music, and singing of carols appropr...

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Funeral Arrangements for Fr. John F. Ashe

Posted on December 17, 2022 in: News

Funeral Arrangements for Fr. John F. Ashe
Reverend John F. Ashe, retired priest of the Diocese of Norwich died on Friday, December 16, 2022, at Waters Edge Center for Health and Rehab in Middletown.  Visitation will be held beginning at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 29, 2022, at Saint Mary Church, 45 Freestone Avenue, Portland, Co...

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Seeking Applicants for the Our Lady Queen of Hope Award
Every year at the Norwich Diocesan Women’s Conference, Bishop Michael Cote announces the Our Lady, Queen of Hope Award to honor a woman in the diocese for her vision and leadership in the Catholic Church.   The award is named after Mary our mother, who is our role model and in whom we ...

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Clergy Appointments

Posted on December 15, 2022 in: News, Vocations

Clergy Appointments
December 12, 2022 The Most Reverend Michael R. Cote, D. D., Bishop of Norwich, has made the following clergy and diocesan appointment in the Diocese of Norwich   Deacon Douglas Hoffman, Director of Permanent Deacon Personnel. Effective:  December 6, 2022. Reverend Roy Parayi...

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Christ in Our Midst - Hope & Faith Video Series
This week on the Hope and Faith Series, Liza Roach, Youth and Young Adult Minister, speaks about preparing for Advent by recognizing Christ in our midst. View previous videos or more articles on Faith by visiting NorwichDiocese.org/FaithSparks    

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Hundreds of Faithful Celebrate Our Lady of Guadalupe Feast
On Monday, December 12, 2022, faithful from across our Diocese gathered at the Cathedral of Saint Patrick to celebrate The Annual Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe. Reverend Robert Washabaugh celebrated the Mass.  Reverend Michael Castiblanco delivered a stirring Homily. Upbeat...

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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     May 1-3 Retrouvaille of CT If your marriage has become di...

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Employment Opportunities in Education

Posted on April 30, 2026 in: News, School News

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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   Administrative Secretary — St. Joseph School, Baltic Administrative Secretary — Sacred Heart School, Taftville Spanish Teacher — St. James School, Danielson   plus many others All candidates must complete the official professional application t...

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Hundreds of Men to be Ordained in U.S. in 2026

Posted on April 23, 2026 in: News

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Hundreds of Men to be Ordained in U.S. in 2026
Ordinands on average are 33 years old and are lifelong Catholics preparing for diocesan ministry, according to the 2026 survey by The Center for Applied Research in the Apostolate (CARA). More than 400 men will be ordained to the priesthood in the U.S. this year, and on average they are 33 years old and are lifelong Catholics, according to an annual CARA survey. The Center for Applied Research in the Apostolate (CARA) released its 2026 national survey of seminarians who are scheduled for ordination this year. The survey was administered between Feb. 12 and March ...

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An Afternoon with Father Chris Alar at Immaculate Conception Center in Putnam
PUTNAM — The Immaculate Conception Center will host a special afternoon of prayer, community, and inspiration on Sunday, May 17, 2026, welcoming Father Chris Alar, MIC, for its annual fundraiser. Titled “An Afternoon with Father Chris Alar,” the event offers an opportunity for the faithful to come together in a spirit of devotion and fellowship, while supporting the ongoing mission of the Immaculate Conception Center. The afternoon will begin at 3:00 p.m. with an outdoor Mass, open to all. Celebrated by Father Alar, a member of the Marian Fathers of ...

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Raffle Alert: A Month of Prizes, A Mission of Hope
Raffle Alert: It’s Back and Bigger Than Ever! St. Vincent de Paul Place is turning the month of May into a daily celebration with 31 incredible prizes and 31 chances to win. Thanks to the generosity of local businesses and community friends, one amazing prize will be raffled off every day at 2 p.m. This exciting fundraiser is more than just a chance to win. It is also a chance to make a real difference in the lives of those who need help most. Why It Matters As benefits continue to shrink, more seniors, individuals, and working families are struggling with...

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A Path Back to Love- Retrouvaille Weekend, May 1-3
Retrouvaille A Lifeline for Married Couples May Marriage Workshop May 1–3, 2026 | Windsor, Connecticut If your marriage has become distant, troubled, unloving, or uncaring, Retrouvaille can help. This program offers couples practical tools to communicate better, resolve conflicts fairly, and rediscover the love that first brought them together. A Path Toward Renewal Retrouvaille is designed for couples experiencing difficulty in their marriage, including those who are separated or divorced but hope to try again. In a supportive and conf...

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