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Bishop Cote Reflects on Peace

Posted on December 16, 2020 in: FaithSparks, Advent

Bishop Cote Reflects on Peace
This month’s Hope and Faith video series, sponsored by the Office of Faith Events, has a special guest speaker for the four weeks of Advent - The Most Reverend Michael R. Cote. His thought-provoking reflections will be a welcome addition to your Christmas preparation. Bishop Cote will sha...

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New Banners Adorn Xavier’s Dining Hall
The Xaverian values of humility, trust, compassion, simplicity and zeal are on display as part of a new set of banners that hang in Xavier High School’s dining hall.   The new banners, with words written in white on a black background, replace older blue felt banners. Also shown o...

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Outreach to Haiti: The Gifts of Christmas
For many of us, the period between Thanksgiving and Christmas has become a special time for us to reflect on the approaching birth of Christ and to thank God for His many gifts by allowing His love to shine through us to help others.   Faith, our most important gift, allows us to know G...

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Vocations Corner: A Seminarian Reflection
It’s hard to believe we have celebrated All Saints, Veterans Day and Thanksgiving, and now find ourselves at Advent. Recently, three of our seminarians, Eric, Julian and Alex, received Admission to Candidacy. They did so on November 20th at Holy Mass. Each candidate petitions their bishop in w...

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Sacraments 101: Confirmation Makes Us Witnesses for the Lord
Imagine yourself in the middle of an ongoing war, the two sides battling back and forth to put themselves in a place of command over the other side. However, there is never a clear victor in the midst of the fighting. The war goes on and on without either side gaining dominance over the other. Now, ...

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What's New in the December Four County Catholic
The latest issue of the Four County Catholic is available now, and is filled cover to cover with news from within the Diocese of Norwich.   Christmas Observance News Get the latest information on Christmas Mass times, where the Masses will be broadcast, a Christmas prayer and refl...

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Christmas is a Time of Giving in Our Schools
Christmas has always been my favorite holiday. In Catholic elementary and high school, we decorated our classrooms, prepared for our Christmas pageant, and made Christmas cards for veterans and our elderly community. There was an air of love and joy among the students and teachers, which we still se...

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Norwich, Catholic, schools

Bishop Cote Reflects on Love

Posted on December 09, 2020 in: FaithSparks, Advent

Bishop Cote Reflects on Love
This month’s Hope and Faith video series, sponsored by the Office of Faith Events, has a special guest speaker for the four weeks of Advent - The Most Reverend Michael R. Cote. His thought-provoking reflections will be a welcome addition to your Christmas preparation. Bishop Cote will sha...

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CT Catholic Conference Responds to Efforts to Eliminate Hyde Amendment
Connecticut Catholic Conference Executive Director, Chris Healy, Releases Statement on Current Congressional Efforts to Eliminate the Hyde Amendment. This statement is in response to Congressional efforts, lead by Connecticut Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (D) and other pro-abortion advocates to elim...

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Comfort from Our Lady of Guadalupe

Posted on December 08, 2020 in: ACA, Advent

Comfort from Our Lady of Guadalupe
When I was a high school student at St. Bernard School, I had the good fortune to travel on a school trip to Mexico where we visited the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe. I remember feeling awestruck as I entered the building, reading the inscription above me, "¿No estoy yo aquí que soy...

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Some 600 men, as young as 13 and as old as 90, gathered for the 18th annual Connecticut Catholic Men’s Conference, looking for hope and healing — and some for encouragement in their call to the priesthood. The conference at Holy Cross High School in Waterbury centered on the theme “Jubilee Year Pilgrims of Hope” and featured  EWTN hosts Dr. Ray Guarendi, psychologist and author, and Michael O’Neill, the “Miracle Hunter,” along with Father Anthony Federico, Archdiocese of Hartford director of Vocations and Seminarians, and he...

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Pope Leo XIV’s prayer intention for October

Posted on September 30, 2025 in: News

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Pope Leo XIV’s prayer intention for October
Pope Leo XIV invites the faithful to pray that believers of different religions may work together to promote peace, justice, and human fraternity. He urges cooperation that goes beyond dialogue, encouraging concrete steps toward reconciliation and solidarity.     In a divided world, interfaith collaboration is a powerful witness—shared service through prayer, dialogue, and acts of charity can build trust and foster peace. Prayer is below the video   October 2025 – Pope Leo XIV Lord Jesus, You, who in diversity are one and...

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Forgive Them-A Classic from the Archives

Posted on October 03, 2025 in: Reflections

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Forgive Them-A Classic from the Archives
Originally published in the Winter 2023 issue of the Four County Catholic, this is an oldie but a goodie worth revisiting. It began with a misplaced homily—one that unexpectedly set ripples of grace into motion, reaching farther than anyone could have foreseen. The story that follows is a reminder to us all, and you’ll want to see it unfold for yourself. Watch the short video below to experience the moment firsthand, then continue reading the full story. Forgive them, they know not what they do The words below are an edited transcript of a sermon...

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October: The Month of the Holy Rosary

Posted on October 07, 2025 in: News

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October: The Month of the Holy Rosary
October is dedicated to the Holy Rosary, one of the Church’s most cherished devotions. At the heart of this month is the Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary on October 7, established by Pope St. Pius V in thanksgiving for the victory of Christian forces at the Battle of Lepanto in 1571. The Battle of Lepanto, fought on October 7, 1571, was a decisive naval encounter between the Holy League — a coalition of Christian states organized by Pope Pius V — and the Ottoman Empire. Vastly outnumbered, the Christian fleet entrusted their cause to the Blessed Virgin M...

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An Opportunity Just Over the Border

Posted on October 02, 2025 in: Events

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An Opportunity Just Over the Border
We recently came across an event in Rhode Island that may be of interest to some of you. Fr. James Blount, SOLT—an internationally known exorcist priest and gifted spiritual director and confessor—will lead a three-evening mission at Immaculate Conception Church, 111 High Street, Westerly, RI. Dates & Times Wednesday, October 22, 2025 — Mass at 7:00 PM Thursday, October 23, 2025 — Healing Mass at 7:00 PM Friday, October 24, 2025 — Mass at 7:00 PM Doors open at 5:00 PM. Seating is first come, first served (no saved seats)....

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In Memoriam—Deacon Richard "Rick" Walker

Posted on October 09, 2025 in: News

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In Memoriam—Deacon Richard "Rick" Walker
Deacon Richard “Rick” Kenneth Walker December 13, 1942 – October 2, 2025 Deacon Richard “Rick” Walker, 82, entered eternal life on October 2, 2025. Born in Bennington, Vermont, on December 13, 1942, he was the son of the late Donald and Cecilia Walker. Rick proudly served his country in the United States Navy, operating nuclear submarines before beginning a long career at Millstone Power Station, where he worked as a nuclear power plant operator and shift manager for more than 35 years. After retiring, he found joy in driving a school ...

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