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Spread Easter Joy - Hope & Faith Video Series
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
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'
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 EssentialsĀ 
“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
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
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
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
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

Can We Make Lent Fun?
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
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
      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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Keeping Faith Alive All Summer Long
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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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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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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Discover the Gift of the Liturgy of the Hours at Upcoming Workshop in Baltic
Discovering the Gift of the Liturgy of the Hours With the new translation of the Liturgy of the Hours arriving next year, this workshop invites our lay brothers and sisters to discover — or rediscover — the gift and beauty of this prayer of the Church. Presenter Sister Rosemary Esseff, O.P. Sister Rosemary, a Dominican Sister of St. Cecilia in Nashville, Tennessee, holds a Ph.D. in Composition from the Pontifical Institute of Sacred Music in Rome. Since entering the community in 1993, she has continued her musical studies, earning advanced degrees in...

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