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Instruments of His Love: A Population Forgotten by Their Government But Not By God
The Diocese of Norwich Outreach to Haiti has been serving some of God’s most fragile people, whose extreme poverty makes their lives tenuous. Our ministry walks with and serves the 60,000 men, women and children who live in Kris Roi (Christ the King) neighborhood of Haiti’s capital city,...

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Call for Volunteers - St. Vincent dePaul Place, Norwich
Would you like to make a difference in the community? St Vincent de Paul Place relies on and values all of our volunteers.  We are currently in need of new volunteers to help with receiving donations into the building, pantry work, helping in the kitchen, and cleaning.  We provide train...

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'Behold, Your Mother' - Bishop's May Column
May 2021 Four County Catholic Behold, Your Mother   Dear Brothers and Sisters in the Risen Lord, Spring is here. A time for us to witness rebirth in the blossoming flowers and trees. Another form of rebirth occurred at Easter Vigil Masses in churches across the world. I pray that...

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The Blessings of Motherhood-Hope & Faith Video Series
May 5, 2021 This week on the Hope and Faith Series, Mary-Jo McLaughlin- Coordinator of Catholic Family Services, kicks off May speaking about the blessings of motherhood by speaking of Mary. View previous videos or more articles on Faith by visiting NorwichDiocese.org/FaithS...

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ACA Ministry Spotlight: St. Vincent de Paul Middletown
The mission of the 25 plus ministries and programs of the Diocese of Norwich can best be expressed by the words of Jesus in the Gospel of Matthew: For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, a stranger and you welcomed me, naked and you clothed me, ill and you care...

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Action Alert: Help Protect A Pregnant Woman's Choice in Connecticut
ACTION ALERT The State Senate will soon be Voting on Legislation Detrimental to Pro-life Pregnancy Resource Centers in Connecticut Please send an email to your state Senator urging them to vote "NO" on this legislation. Please do so today. If you already emailed the...

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Is This the Beginning or the End?
When we reach this point of the year, we are usually giddy with anticipation over the promise and joy our summer events provide – longer days, warmer nights, outdoor activities, vacations, family gatherings, beach days, hiking/biking, swimming – and the list goes on and on! We have wo...

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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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Lost and Found: Xavier Alum Reunited with Ring Almost 40 Years Later
In the summer of 1982, between his junior and senior years at Xavier, Dan Hoey and some friends went to Misquamicut Beach in Rhode Island. Just months earlier he had received his class ring.   “I lost the ring in the water,” Hoey said. “I remember the waves were awesom...

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Spread Easter Joy

Posted on April 28, 2021 in: Reflections, FaithSparks

Spread Easter Joy
April 28, 2021 This week on the Hope and Faith Series, Andrea Hoisl -Director of the Office of Faith Events, reminds us that Easter is a whole season, not just a day and we need to keep on spreading Easter Joy! View previous videos or more articles on Faith by visiting Norwi...

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In Memoriam: Reverend John Stanley Gwudz (1946–2026)
Reverend John Stanley Gwudz, a retired priest of the Diocese of Norwich, died on Monday, January 26, 2026, in San Diego, California, following a lengthy illness. Funeral arrangements are pending in California, where he resided for many years, with burial to follow at the Miramar National Cemetery in San Diego. Father John was born in Norwich, Connecticut, on July 1, 1946. He attended Falls School and St. Joseph School, and graduated from St. Bernard High School. He continued his priestly formation at St. Thomas Seminary in Bloomfield, Connecticut, and at Our Lady of the ...

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Young Adults Celebrate Mass with Bishop Reidy at UConn
“Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven.”   On a frigid evening, the Catholic community of the University of Connecticut at Storrs gave Bishop of Norwich Richard F. Reidy a warm welcome at the annual Young Adult Mass held on Sunday, February 1.  It was the bishop’s first time celebrating the Norwich diocese’s Young Adult Mass, and the Saint Thomas Aquinas Chapel on the UConn campus was almost filled to capacity for the occasion.  In his homily, Bishop Reidy acknowledged the challenges we all fac...

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In Memoriam Rev. Victor Chaker (1934–2026)
The Diocese of Norwich mourns the passing of Rev. Victor Chaker, who died on February 3, 2026, at Bayview Nursing Home in Waterford, Connecticut, at the age of 91. Born September 15, 1934, in Port Said, Egypt, Father Chaker pursued advanced studies in science and engineering before answering God’s call to the priesthood later in life. Father Chaker studied at Holy Apostles College and Seminary in Cromwell and was ordained a priest for the Diocese of Norwich on May 31, 2003, at the Cathedral of Saint Patrick in Norwich. He served the faithful of St. Mary Parish in C...

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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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Ice Skating with the Bishop Brings Community Together
   On Monday-January 19, families from across the diocese gathered at the Rose Garden Ice Arena in Norwich for Ice Skating with Bishop Richard Reidy, an afternoon filled with laughter, fellowship, and winter fun. More than 150 adults and young people attended, transforming the rink into a joyful scene of community and connection as people of all ages took to the ice together. Skaters of every skill level were welcomed and encouraged. Those new to ice skating especially enjoyed using skating “seals,” which helped learners stay upright while buildi...

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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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