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The Role of Spirituality in a Caregiver’s Life

Posted on November 28, 2019 in: Caregiver Spirituality

When Jesus saw his mother and the disciple whom he loved standing beside her, he said to his mother, "Woman, here is your son." Then he said to the disciple, "Here is your mother." And from that hour the disciple took her into his own home. &...

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Many Voices Sing as One in Candlelight Concert and Compline

Posted on November 27, 2019 in: News

By Ryan Blessing The voices of the Norwich Diocesan Choir echoed through the Cathedral of St. Patrick and candlelight washed over the faces of those present during the annual concert and Compline on Sunday, November 17th. The concert and Compline were organized under the supervision of new mus...

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Norwich, Catholic

Second Graders Send 188 Pairs of Warm Socks to Local Shelters

Posted on November 25, 2019 in: News

Second grade students at The Church of the Holy Family in Hebron ran the church’s annual “Socktober” drive that collected 188 warm pairs of socks. Socks were donated to the No-Freeze Shelter and Holy Family Home and Shelter for Battered Women & Children, both in W...

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Catholic Charities Board Member, Dr. Christopher Lipinski Invested into the Order of Malta

Posted on November 23, 2019 in: News

On November 15, 2019, Dr. Christopher Lipinski was invested into the Order of Malta. The investiture took place at St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New York City during the Solemn Mass of Investiture celebrated by Cardinal Seán Patrick O’Malley, OFM Cap, Archbishop of Boston. Dr. Lipinski was ...

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Diocese's Music Director is Getting in Tune with New Role

Posted on November 22, 2019 in: News

By Ryan Blessing When he’s not playing organ and directing the choir at Mass, Michael Lianos is busy preparing for several upcoming performances at the Cathedral of St. Patrick. The new Director of Music and Organist at the cathedral, Lianos started on August 1 and has been settling into...

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Norwich, Mass, Catholic

Superintendent's Letter: November is a Busy Month for Our Catholic Schools

Posted on November 22, 2019 in: News, School News

My Dear Friends, November is a busy month in our Catholic Schools. We keep the Catholic tradition of teaching about the feast days, and during this month we celebrate many. I encourage all parents to speak to your children about these special days of rich heritage in our Catholic faith. It is important for the next generation to be aware of and familiar with why these special feasts, memori...

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Norwich, Catholic, schools

Thanksgiving Prayer

Posted on November 20, 2019 in: News, Reflections

Heavenly Creator, In this season of gratitude and abundance, we give You thanks for our many blessings as we pray for all who struggle with hunger and want. Be with them in the dark of night, when all hope seems lost. Keep their faith strong as they await relief. Let Your goodness flow throughout our hearts and hands as we reach out to one another in the full, true joy of Thanksgiving ...

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Community Pride Prospered at Tenth Annual Seton Scholarship Dinner

Posted on November 20, 2019 in: News

By Gina Foster In addition to providing an excellent education, our Catholic schools instill strong community pride which was apparent at this year’s Tenth Annual Seton Scholarship Dinner held on November 3rd at St. Clements Castle & Marina in Portland. In its largest dinner to date,...

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Norwich, bishop, Catholic

Pope Calls on Catholics in Thailand to Follow in Footsteps of Early Missionaries

Posted on November 20, 2019 in: News

Bangkok, Thailand (CNA) - Thailand’s first Christian missionaries set out feeling the absence of the Thai people from their lives and wanted to share everything they knew about God’s love, Pope Francis told the country’s Catholics during Mass on Thursday. The missionaries ended up learning more fully the plan of God, and found the Thai people to be their unknown family, he ref...

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How One School Celebrated New England Catholic Schools Week

Posted on November 19, 2019 in: School News

The week of November 4 – 8th was devoted to New England Catholic Schools Week. The students and families of St. Mary – St. Joseph School in Willimantic, celebrated the week by having several events that honored our uniqueness! We kicked off the week with Buddy Day. Upper stude...

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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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Praying Together for the Gifts of the Holy Spirit

Posted on May 07, 2026 in: News, Events

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Praying Together for the Gifts of the Holy Spirit

Bishop Reidy Invites Diocese to Pray Pentecost Novena Bishop Richard F. Reidy is inviting the faithful of the Diocese of Norwich to join together once again in praying a Novena to the Holy Spirit during the nine days between the Ascension and Pentecost. As he marks his first anniversary as Bishop of Norwich, Bishop Reidy does so with gratitude for the welcome, support and faithful cooperation he has received throughout the diocese. From the beginning of his ministry here, he has reminded us that whatever good we hope to accomplish depends completely upon the grace of ...

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New Opportunities at Area Catholic Parishes and Schools

Posted on May 07, 2026 in: News

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New Opportunities at Area Catholic Parishes and Schools

Recent Employment Opportunities Posted on Diocesan Website The Diocese of Norwich Employment page continues to be a helpful resource for those seeking work in Catholic parishes, schools and related organizations throughout the region. Several new opportunities have been added recently, including positions in parish administration and Catholic education. Parish Business & Office Manager St. Pius X Parish, Middletown St. Pius X Parish in Middletown is seeking a full-time, highly organized Parish Business & Office Manager to manage finances, payroll an...

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Celebrating 10 Years of NATIVE EYES Clinics at St. Pius X Church

Posted on April 30, 2026 in: Events

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Celebrating 10 Years of NATIVE EYES Clinics at St. 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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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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