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Building Hope In Haiti

Posted on June 05, 2021 in: Outreach to Haiti

"For I know the plans I have for you, says the LORD, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope." ...

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Marriage Encounter Helped Me Find My Best Friend Again

Posted on June 04, 2021 in: Marriage

I found my best friend again 12 years ago during a Worldwide Marriage Encounter experience. I married him on June 2, 1990, but somewhere during those first 19 years of marriage, raising children, changing careers and caring for an elderly parent, I woke up one day to realize my best friend was gone. He was still the extraordinarily nice guy I married, and we were still very compatible. We enjoy...

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USCCB Urges Preservation of the Hyde Amendment

Posted on June 03, 2021 in: News, ProLife

Latest budget proposes forcing taxpayers to fund abortion on demand! Urgent Action Needed! On Friday, May 28th, President Biden released his Fiscal Year 2022 budget in which he proposes to eliminate the Hyde Amendment and some related pro-life provisions. Calling for the elimination of H...

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Light at the End of the Tunnel

Posted on June 02, 2021 in: FaithSparks

If you have driven through tunnels in Boston or New York City, you may wonder sometimes if you will ever see the light of day. I have been there. I commuted to Boston for two years and I know traffic. You can either get wrapped up in the craziness that surrounds you or you can look ahead and see if the cars are moving. The pandemic has been that way for many of us over the past year. Some peopl...

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The Blessings of Fatherhood-June 2-Hope & Faith Video Series

Posted on June 02, 2021 in: Reflections, FaithSparks

June 2, 2021 This week on the Hope and Faith Series, Frank Pearson from Our Lady Queen of Peace in Coventry and Storrs speaks about the blessings of fatherhood. View previous videos or more articles on Faith by visiting NorwichDiocese.org/FaithSparks

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We Can Help. Promise to Protect-Pledge to Heal

Posted on June 01, 2021 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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Memorial Day Services Honor the Fallen

Posted on June 01, 2021 in: News

A dedicated group of about 40 people gathered Monday, May 31 at St. Joseph Cemetery in Norwich under gray skies to honor the U.S. Armed Forces men and women who have died in military service to our country. The Memorial Day Mass in Norwich, as well as a Mass celebrated by the Most Reverend ...

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An Action-Packed Day At Xavier

Posted on June 01, 2021 in: School News

Friday, April 30, was one of those celebratory days at Xavier. “As we begin the end of the year celebrations, days like this are why we chose to be educators. A truly fabulous day at Xavier,” Headmaster Dave Eustis said as he reflected on all that had occurred. First up, before the...

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Mass of Ordination to the Diaconate of Reverend Mr. Jacob Ramos

Posted on May 27, 2021 in: News, Vocations

Mr. Jacob Ramos was ordained to the Diaconate in a Mass of Ordination on Thursday, May 27, at the Cathedral of St. Patrick, Norwich. Deacon Lawrence Barile, who was ordained last year, called the Elect, Jacob Ramos, forward during the Rite of Ordination before the Most Reverend Michael R. Cote, B...

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ACA Ministry Spotlight: Office of Faith Events

Posted on May 27, 2021 in: ACA

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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Employment Opportunities in Education

Posted on April 30, 2026 in: News, School News

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There are several current job openings for educators in our diocese. The positions are updated weekly so be sure to bookmark this page in your browser- NorwichDiocese.org/Employment Here are a few of the positions that were recently posted. Elementary/Middle Administrative Secretary — St. Joseph School, Baltic Administrative Secretary — Sacred Heart School, Taftville Spanish Teacher — St. James School, Danielson plus many others All candidates must complete the official professional application t...

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USCCB to Lead National Consecration to the Sacred Heart

Posted on April 30, 2026 in: News

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USCCB to Lead National Consecration to the Sacred Heart

A National Moment of Prayer The United States to Be Consecrated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus June 11, 2026 | Solemnity of the Sacred Heart As the United States approaches the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, the Church is preparing for a moment of profound spiritual significance. On June 11, 2026, the Solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops will consecrate the nation to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. This historic act invites the faithful to reflect not only on the country’s founding ideal...

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You're Invited to a Prayer and Paint Night!

Posted on April 28, 2026 in: Events

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You're Invited to a Prayer and Paint Night!

Prayer & Paint Night A Creative Evening of Faith & Renewal Step away from the noise of daily life and enter into a peaceful evening where creativity meets prayer. Christ the King Church in Old Lyme invites you to a special Prayer and Paint Night—a chance to slow down, reflect, and create in a spirit of faith and fellowship. Whether you're an experienced artist or simply seeking a moment of quiet renewal, this evening offers a gentle invitation to encounter God through beauty, stillness, and community. Event Details Date: Wednesday, J...

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Welcoming Abby Whewell to the Evangelization & Discipleship Ministry

Posted on April 30, 2026 in: News

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Welcoming Abby Whewell to the Evangelization & Discipleship Ministry

The Diocese of Norwich joyfully welcomes Abby Whewell to its Evangelization & Discipleship Ministry, a growing initiative dedicated to helping individuals and families deepen their relationship with Christ and live out their faith more fully in daily life. Abby joins the ministry with a heart for service and a passion for accompanying others on their faith journey. In a time when many are searching for meaning, connection and purpose, her presence brings both energy and a renewed commitment to the Church’s mission of evangelization. The Evangelization & ...

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Popemobile to Begin Charity Tour in the United States

Posted on April 30, 2026 in: News

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Popemobile to Begin Charity Tour in the United States

On Wednesday, the Dicastery for the Service of Charity and Cross Catholic Outreach launched the Road Trip for Hope initiative at the Vatican. The popemobile, the popeʼs special vehicle, will begin a charity tour of the United States. On Wednesday at the Vatican, representatives of the Dicastery for the Service of Charity and Cross Catholic Outreach launched the “American Catholic Heroes: The Road Trip for Hope” initiative. According to the official Vatican News outlet, the initiative, which will run from June to July this year, will travel f...

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Celebrating 10 Years of NATIVE EYES Clinics at Pope Pius X Church

Posted on April 30, 2026 in: Events

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Celebrating 10 Years of NATIVE EYES Clinics at Pope Pius X Church

On Saturday, May 16, a powerful story of service and transformation will come to life in Middletown. Titled “Seeing is Believing,” this special event invites the community to witness firsthand the impact of a mission that has restored not only sight, but dignity, confidence and hope to thousands. Hosted by Artists for World Peace (AFWP), alongside its dedicated medical travel team and the Padre Pio Foundation of America, the gathering will highlight the remarkable work of the AFWP NATIVE EYES Clinics, a collaborative outreach that has been changing lives sinc...

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