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USCCB President Issues Statement On Course of Action Responding to Moral Failures of Judgement on the Part of Church Leaders

Posted on August 02, 2018 in: News

WASHINGTON—Cardinal Daniel N. DiNardo, Archbishop of Galveston-Houston and President of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, has issued the following statement noting the steps the U.S. Bishops Conference will take in addressing the failures of the Church in protecting the people of God. Cardinal DiNardo’s full statement: “The accusations against Archbishop The...

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Welcome to the Bereavement and Grief Support Page

Posted on July 01, 2018 in: Bereavement Support

Visit our Bereavement and Grief Support Page to Find a List of Resources and Articles to help you deal with grief.  

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Prayer to St. John, Patron of Caregivers

Posted on February 06, 2018 in: Caregiver Spirituality

Beloved St. John, from the cross Jesus entrusted to you the care of His Blessed Mother. Help me and all those taking care of a loved one who is sick, elderly, disabled or frail. Pray for us, that as we go about our many caregiving duties, we may never lose sight of that truth which Christ revealed to His disciples: "Whatever you did for one of these, you did for Me." Amen. &nb...

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For You: Caregiver Prayer

Posted on February 06, 2018 in: Caregiver Spirituality

In the Book of Matthew we read…Come to me, all you who labor and are burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am meek and humble of heart; and you will find rest for your selves. For my yoke is easy, and my burden light. MATTHEW 11:28-30 Loving Father you are the HEALER OF SOULS AND COMFORTER OF THE WEARY, HELP TO LIGHTEN THE BURDEN OF all of us ...

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St. John the Evangelist:The Patron Saint of Caregivers

Posted on February 06, 2018 in: Caregiver Spirituality

"When Jesus saw His mother and the disciple there whom He loved, He said to His mother, 'Woman, behold your son. Then He said to the disciple,'Behold, your mother.' And from that hour the disciple took her into his home."--John 19:26-27

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Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease

Posted on November 06, 2017 in: Caregiver Spirituality

It’s become common to incorrectly use the term Alzheimer’s to describe all kinds of dementia. Dementia is the loss of memory and the ability to think, to solve problems, and to use reason. It affects memory, intelligence, judgment, language, and behavior. There are a number of subcategories under this broad term, including Alzheimer’s, multi-infarct dementia (which is stroke-r...

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Depression and Suicide

Posted on November 04, 2017 in: Caregiver Spirituality

If your loved one is suffering from depression—and is not just “down in the dumps” for a while—he or she can’t “will it” away. Your care-receiver can’t simply decide, “I’m not going to be depressed anymore.” Research shows that depression often has a physiological and emotional basis and is treatable. Then, too, with all your respon...

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Top Ten Spiritual Practices for Caregivers

Posted on October 06, 2017 in: Caregiver Spirituality

Top Ten Spiritual Practices for Caregivers
Care giving can be a very rewarding experience, as we want to give our love and support to a family member or friend. It can also drain our energy when we are called to give a lot of our time, especially if also working or caring for children at home. It is important to find time and ways to be rene...

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A Caregiver's Prayer for an Aging Parent

Posted on October 06, 2017 in: Caregiver Spirituality

A Caregiver's Prayer for an Aging Parent Heavenly Father, help me better understand and believe I can do what you ask me to do. Forgive me for the times, even now, when I question your judgment. As I go about the many daily tasks of caregiving, give me energy. As I watch my loved one oh-so-slowly walk across the room, give me strength. As I answer his/her repeated question just one...

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4 Tips for Better Sleep While Caregiving

Posted on January 09, 2017 in: Caregiver Spirituality

by Barry J. Jacobs, AARP, January 9, 2017 As a 24/7 caregiver for her mother, my 52-year-old patient — I'll call her Becca — gets little rest. At night, lying on the couch next to her mother's hospital bed, she is jolted awake by her mom's frequent cries of pain and confused conversation with people who aren't there. During the day, she catnaps fitfully in the chair ...

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Calendar of Parish Events from Around the Diocese

Posted on July 31, 2026 in: Around the Diocese

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Calendar of Parish Events from Around the Diocese
    Do you have an upcoming parish or school event that would be of interest to others in the Diocese? These folks do! Around the Diocese Submissions Please provide your event details to your parish administrator for submission. Email submissions are NOT accepted. Descriptions are limited to 30 words. Parish Admin Log-In   Calendar of Events Here's what's happening Around the Diocese!   Upcoming Events For events with additional information, click the blue event title to view the complete announcement. ...

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Join in Celebrations of the 2026 Feast of the Assumption Celebration

Posted on August 06, 2026 in: Events

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Join in Celebrations of the 2026 Feast of the Assumption Celebration
Parishioners, families, friends, and the entire community are warmly invited to celebrate the Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary with two special celebrations in Pawcatuck and New London. These annual celebrations honor Mary's Assumption into Heaven and bring the community together in prayer, worship, and fellowship. Maria Assunta Society Celebration at St. Michael Church, Pawcatuck Friday, August 14, 2026 7:00 p.m. – Rosary and Benediction The celebration begins with the praying of the Rosary followed by Benediction of the Blessed S...

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St. Anne Shrine Pilgrimage Planned for Memorial of Our Lady of Sorrows

Posted on August 03, 2026 in: Events, Around the Diocese

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St. Anne Shrine Pilgrimage Planned for Memorial of Our Lady of Sorrows
The faithful of the Diocese of Norwich are invited to join Bishop Reidy on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, for a day of prayer, pilgrimage and fellowship at St. Anne Shrine in Sturbridge, Massachusetts. The pilgrimage will take place on the Memorial of Our Lady of Sorrows and will offer participants a special opportunity for devotion to St. Anne and the Blessed Virgin Mary. For more than 100 years, pilgrims have traveled to St. Anne Shrine seeking healing, peace and the unfailing love of Christ through the intercession of St. Anne and her daughter, Mary. Prayer at St....

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Couples Invited to Celebrate Love and Faith at Diocesan Anniversary Mass

Posted on July 30, 2026 in: News, Marriage

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Couples Invited to Celebrate Love and Faith at Diocesan Anniversary Mass
Couples celebrating milestone wedding anniversaries are invited to gather in thanksgiving for the gift of marriage at the Diocese of Norwich's 2026 Silver and Golden Jubilee Anniversary Mass, to be celebrated by Bishop Richard F. Reidy on Sunday, October 4, 2026, at 2 p.m. at the Cathedral of St. Patrick in Norwich.   The annual celebration honors couples marking 25 years, 50 years, or any other significant wedding anniversary, offering an opportunity to renew their commitment and celebrate the blessings of married life alongside family, friends, and fellow c...

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Explore the Diocese of Norwich Website in Your Preferred Language

Posted on July 30, 2026 in: News

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Explore the Diocese of Norwich Website in Your Preferred Language
The Roman Catholic Diocese of Norwich is committed to making its online resources welcoming and accessible to everyone. One of the easiest ways the website serves a diverse community is through its built-in language selector, conveniently located in the upper-right corner of every page. With just a click, visitors can instantly translate the website into more than a dozen languages, making it easier than ever for individuals and families to access important diocesan news, parish information, ministries, educational resources, and spiritual content in the language they un...

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Teresa Jorgenson to Lead NDCCW Day of Reflection

Posted on August 05, 2026 in: News, Around the Diocese

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Teresa Jorgenson to Lead NDCCW Day of Reflection
NDCCW Day of Reflection to Focus on Being “Anchored in Christ” The Norwich Diocesan Council of Catholic Women will host its 2026 Day of Reflection, “Anchored in Christ,” on Saturday, September 19, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at St. Andrews Church and Hall in Colchester. Teresa Jorgenson will serve as the guest speaker for the day. Bishop Richard Reidy will celebrate Mass and join participants for lunch. Jorgenson is a graduate of Franciscan University in Steubenville, Ohio, where she majored in history, philosophy and theology. Following colleg...

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