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In Memoriam: Reverend Patrick A. Martin
The Diocese of Norwich remembers with gratitude Reverend Patrick A. Martin, who died on March 30, 2026, at the age of 82. Father Pat was born March 18, 1944, in Caribou, Maine, to David and Amanda Martin. He was the nineteenth of 22 children. His early life was marked by hardship after he contrac...

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Work That Changes Lives- Outreach to Haiti Now Hiring
Diocese of Norwich Outreach to Haiti Now Hiring: U.S. Education Coordinator A meaningful part-time opportunity to support Catholic education and strengthen lives in Haiti. Outreach to Haiti is seeking a part-time U.S. Education Coordinator to oversee the U.S.-based work of its Education...

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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 a...

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EWTN News Explains: When Does Easter Officially End?
Easter lasts for a total of 50 days, from Easter Sunday until the feast of Pentecost. Catholics recognize Easter — when Jesus Christ rose from the dead after sacrificing his life for all of humanity — as the first Sunday after the first full moon on or after the spring equinox. But, a...

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Strengthen Your Faith with Brothers in Christ
Brothers in Christ Invites Men to Virtual Fellowship Meeting Men looking to grow in faith and fellowship are invited to take part in monthly gatherings of Brothers in Christ.  Brothers in Christ is a monthly gathering for men who come together to share their faith, reflect on persona...

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Grace Awaits! Don’t Miss Divine Mercy Sunday
Divine Mercy Sunday: A Day of Extraordinary Grace On Sunday, April 12, Divine Mercy Sunday draws the faithful into the boundless mercy of God and His desire to bring every soul back to Himself. Divine Mercy Sunday falls on the Second Sunday of Easter, emphasizing that Christ’s victory ov...

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A Vocation Within a Vocation

Posted on April 04, 2026 in: Vocations

A Vocation Within a Vocation
Sometimes, as I go around the diocese talking about the four vocations to which everyone is called (marriage, the generous single life, consecrated/religious life, priesthood), a well-meaning person will stop me after Mass and say something like, “Father, I hear what you are saying, but I have...

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Good Friday 2026

Posted on April 03, 2026 in: News

Good Friday 2026
The faithful gathered at the Cathedral of Saint Patrick in Norwich at 3 p.m. on Good Friday for one of the most solemn liturgies of the Church year, commemorating the Passion and death of the Lord. Presided over by Bishop Richard F. Reidy, the service offered a prayerful and moving reflection on Chr...

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Mass of the Lord’s Supper 2026

Posted on April 02, 2026 in: News

Mass of the Lord’s Supper 2026
Bishop Richard F. Reidy celebrated his first Holy Thursday Mass of the Lord’s Supper at the Cathedral of Saint Patrick in Norwich on April 2, marking the beginning of the Sacred Triduum in the Diocese of Norwich. In a liturgy rich with reverence and meaning, clergy and faithful gathered to com...

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Bishop Reidy’s 2026 Easter Pastoral Letter
Easter Pastoral 2026 In his 2026 Easter Pastoral, Bishop Richard F. Reidy reflects on the hope, peace, and joy of the Resurrection, reminding the faithful that Christ’s victory over sin and death remains the foundation of our hope in every trial. Bishop Richard F. Reidy’s Easter ...

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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 For events with additional information, click the blue event title to view the complete announcement. ...

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Marking September 11 Anniversary, USCCB's Archbishop Coakley Offers Prayers
WASHINGTON - “As conflicts intensify around the world, let us renew our commitment to be Christ’s instruments of peace in an increasingly fractured and divided world,” said Archbishop Paul S. Coakley, president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, in a statement marking the 25th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001.  Archbishop Coakley’s statement follows:   “As we prayerfully remember the tragedy of September 11, 2001, I invite all Catholics to join me in prayer for the victims taken from us in acts...

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In Memoriam: Sister Anne Marie Berthiaume, DHS

Posted on September 09, 2026 in: News

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In Memoriam: Sister Anne Marie Berthiaume, DHS
In Memoriam: Sister Anne Marie Berthiaume, DHS April 8, 1935 – September 3, 2026 Sister Anne Marie Berthiaume, DHS, 91, a member of the Daughters of the Holy Spirit, died on Thursday, September 3, 2026, at St. Joseph Living Center in Windham, Connecticut. Born Marie Anne Louise Berthiaume in Waterbury, Connecticut, she was the daughter of Lawrence (Loronzo) Berthiaume and Alice (Beland) Berthiaume. After graduating from Waterbury Catholic High School as the business valedictorian in 1953, she entered the Daughters of the Holy Spirit and professed her vows ...

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Pilgrimage to the National Shrine of The Divine Mercy with Bishop Reidy
The faithful of the Diocese of Norwich are invited to join Bishop Richard Reidy for a special pilgrimage to the National Shrine of The Divine Mercy in Stockbridge, Massachusetts, on Monday, October 5, the Feast of St. Faustina Kowalska. The day will offer pilgrims an opportunity to step away from the demands of daily life and spend time in prayer, reflection and devotion to the Divine Mercy of Jesus. Located in the Berkshire Hills, the National Shrine is home to the Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception and has long welcomed pilgrims seeking to deepen their underst...

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Put Your Accounting Skills to Work for the Diocese of Norwich
Accounts Payable & Office Assistant Roman Catholic Diocese of Norwich About the Diocese of Norwich The Roman Catholic Diocese of Norwich serves the faithful across Eastern Connecticut and is committed to advancing the mission of Jesus Christ through worship, evangelization, education, charitable outreach, and stewardship of resources. The Diocese supports parishes, schools, ministries, clergy, and lay leaders in fostering vibrant Catholic communities rooted in faith, service, and discipleship. As a diocesan employee, you become part of a faith-driven organiz...

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New Day Seminar Offers Support for Those Grieving a Loved One
Sacred Heart on the Lake Retreat Center in Higganum will offer its New Day Seminar for the Bereaved this fall, providing support and guidance for those navigating the loss of a loved one.   The seminar will meet for nine Thursdays from September 24 through December 3, from 10 to 11:30 a.m., with no sessions on November 12 or 26.   The program is designed to help participants work through the tasks of grieving in a supportive setting. The accompanying book costs $15, and a free-will offering is welcomed.   Reservations are required. &...

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