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Bishop Blesses Local Fishermen And Their Boats
The tradition of the annual Blessing of the Fleet in Stonington continued this year, albeit with a much smaller crowd and scaled-back ceremonies. The blessing remembers local fishermen who have died at sea and honors the vessels -- along with their captains, owners, crews and families -- that wil...

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Hope & Faith Video - National Catholic Partnership on Disability Statement on Racism
The Office of Faith Events weekly video series "Hope and Faith" features videos focused on Hope and Faith during the pandemic.  Week 17 This week on the Hope and Faith Series, listen to the statement on racism from the National Catholic Partnership on Disability. ...

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Norwich, Catholic, Hope, Faith, video
A Notice About the New School Year
We at the Diocese of Norwich School Office hope you are enjoying your summer. The diocese has made the decision to open schools for the 2020/2021 school year. The decision was made taking into consideration current information and guidance given to us by the Connecticut State Department of Education...

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Thank You to Catholic Charities 15th Annual Golf Tournament Sponsors!
Catholic Charities would like to express our thankfulness to ShopRite of Norwich & New London, Conway, Londregan, Sheehan & Monaco, P.C., Attorneys at Law, and RAD Computing for their sponsorship of our 15th Annual Golf Tournament to be held September 16th! Catholic Charities Golf Tournam...

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Memory Page Established to Support Grieving Families
  In this time of social distancing due to Covid-19, the Diocese of Norwich Office of Faith Events seeks to support grieving families whose loved ones have died by including the names of their deceased loved ones on a Memory Page Click Here on the Diocese of Norwich Website. ...

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Pope's Homilies During Lockdown Are Published in a New Book
By Hannah Brockhaus Vatican City (CNA) - A print book which includes Pope Francis’ homilies during the coronavirus lockdown in Italy has been published by the Vatican. “Strong in the Face of Tribulation: The Church in Communion – A Sure Support in Time of Trial,” collec...

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Fishermen's Mass to be Streamed

Posted on July 23, 2020 in: News, Events

Fishermen's Mass to be Streamed
Although the traditional, large Blessing of the Fleet ceremony will not take place this year because of COVID-19, the Stonington fishing fleet will still receive a special blessing on Sunday. The Fishermen's Mass, offered to remember deceased fishermen and their familes and to pray for a boun...

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Norwich, Catholic
God Will Provide - Hope and Faith Video Series
The Office of Faith Events weekly video series "Hope and Faith" features videos focused on Hope and Faith during the pandemic.  Week 16 This week on the Hope and Faith Series, John Angotti, national Musician and speaker, reminds us that in difficult times, God will provide...

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Make Me an Instrument of Your Peace: A Prayer for Civility
Lord, make me an instrument of your peace.   Where uncivil words prevail, show me how to model love.   Help me remember the God-given dignity of all and invite others to do the same.   Show me how to build bridges and not walls and see first what unites us rather tha...

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Have an Anniversary? Plans for Annual Mass Have Changed
Because of uncertainties surrounding Covid-19, the Annual Silver and Golden Wedding Anniversary Mass will not take place this year. Bishop Cote will offer a private Mass for the intentions of all couples celebrating specific anniversaries this year. Each couple who registers will receive a signed...

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Pope Proposes Lenten ‘Fast’ from Hurtful Words
Pope Leo XIV urges Catholics to listen more closely to God and others — and to “disarm” their language by fasting from words that wound — in his message for Lent 2026. In his message for Lent 2026, Pope Leo XIV urges Catholics to listen more closely to God and others — and to “disarm” their language by fasting from words that wound. The Lenten season begins Feb. 18 with Ash Wednesday. In the message, released Feb. 13, the pope offers a simple definition of Lent as a time when the Church “invites us to place ...

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Ash Wednesday at the Cathedral: “Return to Me… It Is Not Too Late.”
The Diocese of Norwich entered the holy season of Lent with the celebration of Ash Wednesday Mass at the Cathedral of Saint Patrick, with the Most Reverend Richard F. Reidy as celebrant, concelebrated by Father Ted Tumicki and Father Brian Romanowski. In his homily, Bishop Reidy set the tone for Lent with words that were both direct and deeply hopeful. He began by drawing attention to the opening call of the prophet Joel—words the Church places on our lips at the start of the season: “Return to me.” Bishop Reidy reminded the faithful that those words ar...

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Roots of Reverence: Observing Lent as a Family

Posted on February 17, 2026 in: Lent

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Roots of Reverence: Observing Lent as a Family
In the tapestry of Catholic traditions, Lent stands as a profound thread weaving through the fabric of faith, calling families to embark on a transformative journey. It is not merely a season marked by abstinence; rather, Lent is a pilgrimage of the heart, an opportunity for introspection and renewal. At its core, Lent invites families to mirror the 40 days Jesus spent fasting in the desert, a period of self-examination, prayer and penance. It serves as a reminder that amid the hustle of contemporary life, there exists a sacred space for reflection and spiritual growth. ...

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Lifeboat: A Radical Reorientation for Catholic Survival
The Cathedral of St. Patrick’s in Norwich, CT is pleased to welcome Fr. Herald Joseph Brock, CFR (Franciscan Friars of the Renewal), for the 2026 Lenten Mission, on March 9–11, 2026, at 6:30 PM each evening. The Mission is open to all—please save the dates and help spread the word. A Lenten Mission is an invitation to “put out into the deep,” embrace deeper conversion, anchor ourselves more firmly in Christ, and rediscover our mission in Him. We look forward to gathering as a diocesan Church for these grace-filled evenings of clarity, e...

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Diocesan Catholic School Basketball Tournament

Posted on February 17, 2026 in: Events

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Diocesan Catholic School Basketball Tournament
Excitement is building as St. Bernard School prepares to host the highly anticipated Diocesan Catholic School Basketball Tournament on Friday, February 27th and Saturday, February 28th. This action-packed weekend promises spirited competition, sportsmanship, and a celebration of faith-centered athletics. All Catholic School Teams Invited All Catholic school basketball teams throughout the diocese are invited to compete for the coveted title of Diocesan Champion. Student-athletes will take to the court showcasing their talent, teamwork, and dedication in a tournament t...

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Bishop Reidy to Celebrate Mass for Life and Lead Bus Trip to Connecticut March for Life
All are invited to take part in a day of prayer and public witness at the Connecticut March for Life on Wednesday, March 18. Mass for Life The day will begin with a Mass for Life at 8:30 a.m. celebrated by Bishop Richard F. Reidy at the Cathedral of St. Patrick, 213 Broadway, Norwich. Cathedral students will be attending, and all parishioners are encouraged to join them in praying for the dignity of every human life, from conception to natural death. Bus Trip and Schedule Following Mass, participants will depart at 9:30 a.m. on a deluxe DATTCO motorcoach for Har...

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