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Are We Prepared for the Overturning of Roe v. Wade? A Summary of Resources
While overturning Roe v. Wade will not prevent abortions, it will leave it to the states to decide if they will allow it.  We should approach questions we may face with the attitude of “What would Jesus do?”  The pregnancy has already occurred, whether it is current or in th...

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In Case You Missed It: Corpus Christi Mass Homily and Procession
Watch the homily and procession of the Corpus Christi Mass, celebrated Sunday, June 19, 2022 at the Cathedral of St. Patrick, Norwich. The date also marks the official  launch of the three-year National Eucharistic Revival.    Welcome to the National Eucharistic Revi...

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Getting Closer to God at St. Patrick Cathedral School - Hope & Faith
This week on the Hope and Faith Series, Faustine from St. Patrick Cathedral School in Norwich speaks about the highlight of her Catholic education. View previous videos or more articles on Faith by visiting NorwichDiocese.org/FaithSparks    

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Seniors Grow into Sisterhood

Posted on June 20, 2022 in: School News

Seniors Grow into Sisterhood
Senior year can be challenging in many ways, but at the Academy of the Holy Family, the seniors have grown as a result of these challenges.  The majority of the class was new this year, and included girls from all around the world: Rwanda, Colombia, Ethiopia, India, Brazil, and South Africa,...

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USCCB to Celebrate Religious Freedom Week: June 22-29
Religious Freedom Week takes place June 22-29. It begins with the feast day of Sts. Thomas More and John Fisher, includes the Nativity of St. John the Baptist, and ends with the feast of Sts. Peter and Paul.   The theme for this year is Life and Dignity for All. This year, as we approach the ...

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Knights of Columbus Present Connecticut State Council Program Service Awards
The Knights of Columbus honored local councils for some of their creative activities during the Connecticut State Council Program Service Awards at the state council’s annual meeting.  The Faith in Action Family Award went to Our Lady of Fatima Council 4122 in Vernon for the Keep Chris...

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In Case You Missed it - Virtual Summer Mission
Catch up on weeks 1 and 2 of our first Summer Virtual Mission, if you missed it - you can view them by watching the video replays below.   In the Week 2 session, Sr. Elissa Rinere delves into the Eucharist as a Mode of the Presence of Christ in the Liturgy. Click the link and enjoy! &n...

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National Eucharistic Revival Kick-off
The bishops of the United States are calling for a three-year grassroots revival of devotion and belief in the Real Presence of Jesus in the Eucharist.  The bishops believe that God wants to see a movement of Catholics across the United States, healed, converted, formed and unified by a...

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School is 'Like a Family' - Hope & Faith Video Series
This week on the Hope and Faith Series, Anthony from Sacred Heart School in Taftville talks about what a Catholic education means to him. View previous videos or more articles on Faith by visiting NorwichDiocese.org/FaithSparks    

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Christ’s Love is ‘Not for Ourselves Alone’
I often think how wonderful it is that God loves me and how awesome it is that He loves all of us. This recently came to mind when I was visiting the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) website and learned in the celebration of Mass, “we receive grace that enables us to imitat...

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Sunday: Diocese-Wide Young Adult Mass with Bishop Reidy
Young adults from throughout the Diocese of Norwich are invited to gather for Mass with Bishop Richard F. Reidy on Sunday, February 1, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. at the St. Thomas Aquinas Chapel on the University of Connecticut campus in Storrs. A reception will follow Mass. Event Details What: Mass for Young Adults with Bishop Richard F. Reidy When: Sunday, February 1, 2026  |  7:00 p.m. Where: St. Thomas Aquinas Chapel (UConn campus), Storrs, CT 06268 After Mass: Reception to follow  

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‘God Chose You for Me’: Marriage Retreat Day Planned for March 21
  Married couples are invited to step away from the busyness of daily life and invest in their relationship at a Marriage Retreat Day titled God Chose You for Me, sponsored by Worldwide Marriage Encounter in collaboration with the Archdiocese of Hartford. The retreat will take place on Saturday, March 21, at the Archdiocese of Hartford’s Pastoral Center in Bloomfield. Designed as a day of reflection, prayer, and renewal, the retreat focuses on deepening the spirituality of marriage and strengthening the bond between husband and wife. Rooted in the missio...

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Filled Easter Basket Donations Needed for St. Vincent de Paul Place
St. Vincent de Paul Place Norwich  is preparing for our annual Easter basket distribution, bringing joy to children in our community. We are seeking approximately 1,000 filled Easter baskets to meet the needs of local families. Distribution will begin March 16, 2026, and baskets can be dropped off at St. Vincent de Paul Place, 120 Cliff Street, Norwich. For more information, please contact Jill at jcsvdpp@gmail.com or 860-889-7374.   Thank you for helping make Easter brighter for the children we serve!

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Catholic Charities is Seeking Volunteers for Several Roles
Catholic Charities is seeking volunteers for the following positions: Receptionist(s): Bilingual, greet clients, answer phones and other responsibilities. Grant Writer(s): Previous grant writing experience, flexible hours, work from home. Finance Volunteer: Enter data information. Digital Designer: Applies creative thinking and technical skills to design content for websites. Web Developer: Designs, builds, maintains websites or web applications Fundraiser: Design, plans and executes events to raise funds for Catholic Charities.   Please send yo...

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Gathering the Faithful for the March

Posted on January 29, 2026 in: ProLife

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Gathering the Faithful for the March
  As anticipation builds for the 2026 Connecticut March for Life, scheduled for March 18, 2026, organizers are encouraging parishes across the state to help make participation accessible by sponsoring buses to the event or partnering with neighboring parishes to do so. This call to action follows a powerful witness earlier this year. On Thursday, January 22, 2026, the faithful gathered for Mass at the Cathedral of Saint Patrick in Norwich. Following the liturgy, a contingency of pilgrims— led by Bishop Richard Reidy— traveled to Washington, D.C. to pa...

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Save the Date: Annual Priests’ Dinner
Save the Date: Annual Priests’ Dinner Join us for the Annual Priests’ Dinner on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at Mount Sacred Heart in Hamden. Vespers begin at 5 p.m., followed by dinner at 6 p.m. This year’s theme is “The Love of Christ Impels Us: Shepherding Vocations Together.” More details to come.

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In Memoriam: Reverend John Stanley Gwudz (1946–2026)
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Catholic Charities is Seeking Volunteers for Several Roles
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