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Spread Easter Joy - Hope & Faith Video Series

Posted on April 06, 2022 in: Reflections, FaithSparks

This week on the Hope and Faith Series, Alex Soucy speaks about the three places he finds Easter Joy. View previous videos or more articles on Faith by visiting NorwichDiocese.org/FaithSparks

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New Parish and Administration Center at Blessed Sacrament Parish

Posted on April 05, 2022 in: News

On February 27th Bishop Michael Cote blessed the new Blessed Sacrament Parish Administration Center and the renovated St Bernard Parish Center. Father Rick, pastor of the Blessed Sacrament Parish addressed the parish on this great occasion. From his homily at the Mass of Blessing Father Rick shar...

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Deacons Shift from 'Build A House' to 'Give A Goat'

Posted on April 05, 2022 in: News, Vocations, Outreach to Haiti

The word “deacon” is derived from “diakonia'', a Greek word which means “to serve”. Deacons are members of the clergy along with priests and bishops. The deacon’s ministry has three dimensions: liturgy, word and service. Deacons are ordained as a sac...

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Saint Vincent de Paul Place Helps Community with Housing Essentials

Posted on April 03, 2022 in: News

“Lent is a good time for sacrificing. Let us deny ourselves something every day to help others.” – Pope Francis Self-sacrifice can be defined as the act of giving up something in order to help another. Ever since I was very young, my family made a self-sacrifice during Le...

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Love for Easter Comes from New Life in Christ

Posted on April 02, 2022 in: FaithSparks

Often, when I was a young child, my mother would say how much she loved Easter. At the time, I never understood why. To my young mind, how could Easter be better than the birth of Christ at Christmas and the sharing of gifts? Yet, as I grew older, I began to understand why. I have bee...

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We Can Help. Promise to Protect-Pledge to Heal

Posted on April 01, 2022 in: Office for Safe Environments

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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Called to Be a Person of Community - Hope & Faith Video Series

Posted on March 30, 2022 in: FaithSparks

This week on the Hope and Faith Series, Brother Cornelius Hubbuch speaks about why the vocation to being a Brother is special to him. View previous videos or more articles on Faith by visiting NorwichDiocese.org/FaithSparks

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Bishop's Column: Model of Compassion

Posted on March 28, 2022 in: Reflections

April 2022 Four County Catholic Model of Compassion My dear brothers and sisters in Christ: As our Lenten preparation continues, we contemplate Jesus’s overwhelming compassion in the ultimate act of divine love – laying down His life for our salvation. His actions throughout scr...

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Can We Make Lent Fun?

Posted on March 28, 2022 in: FaithSparks

Those of you who know me know that I am all about having fun. I love to laugh and often use the phrase, “You have to make your own fun.” I have found throughout my life that laughter lightens the spirit and brings joy to every situation. It does not recognize differences or conflicts, ra...

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Faithful Around the World United in Prayer of Peace

Posted on March 25, 2022 in: News, ProLife

The Most Reverend Michael R. Cote, D.D. joined with the Holy Father, Pope Francis, and the bishops of the world on March 25, the Feast of the Annunciation, in publicly offering a Prayer of Consecration of Russia and Ukraine to the Immaculate Heart of Mary. “As we gather today, our Holy Fath...

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Calendar of Parish Events from Around the Diocese

Posted on July 11, 2026 in: Around the Diocese

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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 Events Around the Diocese For events with additional information, click the blue event title...

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Keeping Faith Alive All Summer Long

Posted on July 15, 2026 in: Reflections

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Summer break: a time of sunlit days, endless play, and, inevitably, the echo of “I’m bored!” resounding through many homes. As parents, this season presents a beautiful opportunity to blend fun with faith, nurturing both the spirits and the imaginations of your children. Here are some suggestions to keep those summer days filled with joy, learning, and a deepening connection to our faith. Crafting the Faith Encourage your children’s creativity and faith through saint-themed crafts. Simple projects like making rosaries from colorful beads, creat...

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Family Hike with Bishop Reidy at Wachusett Mountain

Posted on July 14, 2026 in: News, Events

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Family Hike with Bishop Reidy at Wachusett Mountain

Looking for a fun way to enjoy the outdoors while spending time with family and fellow Catholics? Bishop Richard Reidy invites individuals and families from across the Diocese of Norwich to join him for a Family Hike at Wachusett Mountain on Saturday, Aug. 8. The moderate hike offers participants an opportunity to experience the beauty of God's creation while enjoying fellowship with Bishop Reidy and others from around the diocese. Featuring scenic views and approximately 1,000 feet of elevation gain, the hike is well-suited for thos...

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Catholic School Employment Opportunities Now Available

Posted on July 10, 2026 in: News, School News

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Catholic School Employment Opportunities Now Available

There are several current education-related employment opportunities available in Catholic schools across the diocese. These openings include classroom teaching, subject-area teaching, early childhood education and classroom support positions. Current school postings include opportunities at St. Michael School in Pawcatuck, St. Joseph School in New London, Saint Patrick Cathedral School in Norwich, St. James School in Danielson and Saint John Paul II School in Middletown. Recently posted openings include: Part-Time Music Teacher — St. Michael School, Pawcatuc...

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Pope Leo XIV’s Prayer Intention for the Month of July

Posted on July 07, 2026 in: News

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Pope Leo XIV’s prayer intention for the month of July is for respect for human life in all circumstances. “Both you and I have received the most beautiful gift of life — your breath, your heartbeat, your smile, all that you are is God’s work of love,” Pope Leo said in a video shared on Instagram. The Holy Father asked the faithful: “Will you help me protect this precious gift?” “This month I invite you to pray for our commitment to respecting and protecting human life in all circumstances...

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Where Saints Walked

Posted on July 16, 2026 in: News

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Pilgrimage to the Shrines of St. Kateri & the North American Martyrs More than 100 parishioners from across the Diocese joined Bishop Reidy on pilgrimage to the Shrine of St. Kateri and the Shrine of Our Lady of Martyrs, also known as the Shrine of the North American Martyrs, to celebrate the feast day of St. Kateri Tekakwitha, the Lily of the Mohawks. Walking in the Footsteps of the Saints Everyone expressed how much they enjoyed the celebration of Mass in the Coliseum and hearing Bishop Reidy share his knowledge of and passion for the saints who first brought...

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