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Rest in Peace, Sr. Rita Johnson, SSND
Sr. Rita K. Johnson, SSND, Diocesan Director of Ministry to the Sick died on Thursday, July 21, 2022, at W.W. Backus Hospital in Norwich.  Born in Roxbury, Massachusetts on May 10, 1942, she was the daughter of the late Rita K. (Craven) Johnson and John Johnson. Sister Rita was bo...

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Help is Available for Challenged Marriages
You Can Help Your Marriage Do you feel alone in your marriage? Are you frustrated or angry with your spouse? Do you and your spouse argue, or have you just stopped talking to each other? Does talking about your relationship make it worse?  If you answered ‘yes’ to any of these qu...

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A New Eucharistic Miracle in Mexico?
A video circulating on social media shows what appears to be a eucharistic miracle — a consecrated Host exposed for adoration by the faithful seems to “beat” like a heart. The video was recorded July 23 at Our Lady of the Rosary parish in the town of Zapotlanejo, near Guadalajar...

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'Faith, Hope and Love'

Posted on July 26, 2022 in: Outreach to Haiti

'Faith, Hope and Love'
In his First Letter to the Corinthians, St. Paul shared, “So faith, hope, love remain, these three; but the greatest of these is love.” (1 Corinthians 13:13) If we stop and think about it, through our faith we come to know God and His great love for us. Through this gift of love, we a...

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Ill or Homebound? Here is a list of Daily and Weekend Livestream Masses
FCC News Desk A number of parishes in the Diocese continue to Livestream Weekend Masses online for those persons and their caretakers who are ill or homebound. Some parishes archive their Masses for on-demand replay.  All Masses and special services from the Cathedral are available f...

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Summer Faith: How Is It Different?
We are enjoying the luxuries of summer – beautiful weather, longer days, travel, outings and gatherings with family and friends from near and far. Summer allows us to take a step back and breathe a little easier. The demands of the year are put aside for a brief period of time so that we can r...

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Celebrate World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly on July 24
This Sunday, July 24, is the celebration of World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly, established by Pope Francis. The theme of this year’s celebration is, “In Old Age They Will Still Bear Fruit.” It emphasizes how grandparents are a gift both to society and the Church. Below ...

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Catholic Charities is Holding a School Supply Drive
Catholic Charities is holding a School Supply drive to help struggling families as they prepare to send their children back to school. You can help by picking up extra items as you shop, and bringing them to any of our four locations in Norwich, New London, Willimantic, and Middletown. Or you can...

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Clergy Appointments

Posted on July 20, 2022 in: News, Vocations

Clergy Appointments
July 5, 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 Jacob Ramos, newly ordained, to Parochial Vicar, Our Lady Queen of Peace Parish - Coventry and Storrs. Effective: Ju...

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Pope Francis: The Poor Suffer Most from Heat Waves, Drought
As Europe faces record high temperatures and summer wildfires, Pope Francis has pointed out that the poor suffer the most from heat waves, drought, and other environmental extremes. In a message for the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation, the pope said that it is “the poorest amon...

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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   Classes & Formation Wednesday, September 3 – May 13 Certificate P...

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Prayer for the New Year

Posted on December 30, 2025 in: News

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Prayer for the New Year
Prayer for the New Year (Used and recommended by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, adapted from the Roman Missal and the Liturgy of the Hours) O God of time and eternity, we thank You for all the blessings of the past year and entrust to You the days of the year to come. Grant us Your wisdom to use each moment well, Your mercy to forgive what is past, and Your grace to walk faithfully in Your will. Help us grow in love for You and for one another, to seek justice, practice charity, and place our hope always in You. May the li...

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Pope Leo XIV: To Let God Work in Your Life, You Have to Empty Yourself
Pope Leo XIV meets with a group of pilgrims from St. Thomas of Villanova Parish in AlcalĆ” de Henares, Spain, on Dec. 29, 2025, in the Apostolic Palace at the Vatican. | Credit: Vatican Media   Pope Leo XIV on Monday explained that in order to allow God’s action in our personal lives, people must “empty” themselves and cultivate a deep inner life. The pontiff made the observation during a Dec. 29 audience at the Apostolic Palace with a group of pilgrims from St. Thomas of Villanova Parish in AlcalĆ” de Henares, Spain. The event took place in...

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As Holy Doors Close, Cardinals Emphasize God's Arms are Always Open
Pope Leo XIV will solemnly conclude the Jubilee Year Jan. 6 at St. Peter's Basilica, but the holy doors at the other papal basilicas of Rome were closed over the last few days by the cardinals who serve as the basilicas' archpriests. ROME (CNS) -- The path to conversion, the door to God's mercy and the call to live in Christian hope all continue beyond the Jubilee Year, said the three cardinals who closed the Holy Doors at three major basilicas in Rome. On the feast of the Epiphany, Jan. 6, Pope Leo will solemnly close the Holy Door of St. Peter's Basi...

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Our Lady, Queen of Hope Award to Honor Women of Vision and Faith in the Diocese of Norwich
The Diocese of Norwich is now accepting nominations for the Norwich Diocesan Our Lady, Queen of Hope Award, a new honor created to recognize a woman whose faith, leadership, and service have made a lasting impact on the life of the Church. The award will be presented by Bishop Richard F. Reidy and is named in honor of Our Lady, Queen of Hope, our Blessed Mother, who serves as the perfect model of faith, trust, and humble leadership. Through her “yes” to God, Mary teaches us what it means to lead with courage, compassion, and hope—virtues that this award...

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Join a Silent Discernment Retreat for Single Catholic Women
Silent Discernment Retreat for Single Catholic Women (Ages 18–35) “Be still and know that I am God.” (Psalm 46:10) The Little Sisters of the Poor invite single Catholic women ages 18–35 to a Silent Discernment Retreat focused on prayer, listening, and openness to God’s voice. This retreat includes: Holy Mass Eucharistic Adoration Spiritual talks Abundant silence, creating space for your heart to listen to the Lord   At the beginning and end of the retreat, participants will have time for conversation and sharing ...

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