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Academy of the Holy Family Graduation 2025
Academy of the Holy Family Class of 2025: (l-r) Ariyana Taliafero, Bitsiat Zeleke, Chanelle Ikirezi, Yamkela Nongauza, and Jacqueline Gould (salutatorian). Not pictured, Akinyi Ligawa (valedictorian) due to a college commitment.   Thursday, May 29, 2025 marked the 150th graduating class f...

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Full Text of Pope Leo XIV’s Address to Catholics in Chicago
Pope Leo XIV addresses Catholic faithful on the scoreboard at Rate Field, home to the Chicago White Sox, during a celebration and Mass on June 14, 2025, in Chicago to honor his selection as pope. | Credit: Scott Olson/Getty Images   The following is the full text of Pope Leo XIV&rsqu...

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Meet the Fathers Behind the Church’s 4 Most Recent Popes
From left to right: Karol Wojtyla Sr., Joseph Ratzinger Sr., Mario Jose Bergoglio, Louis Marius Prevost. | Credit: Public domain; courtesy of Ignatius Press; courtesy of The Society of Jesus Argentina; fair use   The last four popes of the Catholic Church — John Paul II, Benedict XV...

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Pray for the Pope: Join the Sacred Heart Novena June 19–27
Knights of Columbus Launches Sacred Heart Novena for Pope Leo XIV New Haven, Conn. — The Knights of Columbus have announced a special novena to the Sacred Heart of Jesus for the intention of Pope Leo XIV, beginning June 19—his anniversary of priestly ordination—and concluding Ju...

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Public Policy Office of Catholic Church Scores Wins in State’s Legislative Session
The Connecticut Catholic Public Affairs Conference achieved “successes we were happy about” during the 2025 Connecticut Legislative Session, according to Deacon David Reynolds, the Conference’s associate director for public policy.  “Legislation dealing with abortion,...

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Summer reminds Us of the Importance of Rest - Hope & Faith Series
This week on the Hope and Faith Series, Alvania Tejada, Administrative Assistant for the Office of Faith Events, speaks about summer rest and God. View previous videos or more articles on Faith by visiting NorwichDiocese.org/FaithSparks         ...

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A Prayer for Father's Day

Posted on June 12, 2025 in: Reflections

A Prayer for Father's Day
Dear God, Thank you for loving us with your perfect heart of a father. We ask you this Father's Day and always to guide and protect the hearts of all men in fatherly roles who are striving to love with your heart and do your work. Give them pure, chaste, courageous...

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Welcoming Clarity in Protection of Both Women and Preborn Children
WASHINGTON – “We welcome the government’s decision to restore clarity to the federal law that ensures that all people, including both pregnant mothers and their preborn children, can receive necessary emergency care at hospitals,” said Bishop Daniel E. Thomas, chairman of the...

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Pope Leo XIV on Pentecost Sunday: The Holy Spirit Inspires Us to ‘Break Down Walls’
Pope Leo XIV celebrates Mass for the Solemnity of Pentecost in St. Peter's Square on June 8, 2025. In his homily, he emphasized the significance of the Holy Spirit in the life of a Christian. | Credit: Vatican Media   Pope Leo XIV celebrated Mass for the solemnity of Pentecost in St. ...

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Irish Teens Inspired by Carlo Acutis Make Lego Film of His Life
Three teen brothers from Ireland have turned their admiration for Blessed Carlo Acutis into a movie called “Lego Movie — The Incredible Life of Carlo Acutis.” | Credit: Photo courtesy of the Flynn family   Three teen brothers from Ireland have turned their admiration for...

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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 Parish Events   Classes & Formation Wednesday, September 3 – May 13 Certificate P...

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Young Adult Retreat: Encounter the Eucharist Through Friendships
Young adults ages 18 to 39 are invited to a day of prayer, fellowship, and renewal on Saturday, January 31, 2026, at Saint Michael the Archangel Church, 60 Liberty Street, Pawcatuck. Inspired by the witness of the newly canonized Saint Pier Giorgio Frassati, the retreat will explore a central question: How can young adults encounter the Eucharist through friendships? Retreat Schedule 9:30 a.m. Holy Sacrifice of the Mass (Celebrant: Fr. Jeffrey Ellis, Vocation Director) Talk 1: Ethan Roberts, UConn FOCUS Missionary Small-group discussion following the first talk...

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Join a Silent Discernment Retreat for Single Catholic Women
Silent Discernment Retreat for Single Catholic Women (Ages 18–35) “Be still and know that I am God.” (Psalm 46:10) The Little Sisters of the Poor invite single Catholic women ages 18–35 to a Silent Discernment Retreat focused on prayer, listening, and openness to God’s voice. This retreat includes: Holy Mass Eucharistic Adoration Spiritual talks Abundant silence, creating space for your heart to listen to the Lord   At the beginning and end of the retreat, participants will have time for conversation and sharing ...

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Sunday: Diocese-Wide Young Adult Mass with Bishop Reidy
Young adults from throughout the Diocese of Norwich are invited to gather for Mass with Bishop Richard F. Reidy on Sunday, February 1, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. at the St. Thomas Aquinas Chapel on the University of Connecticut campus in Storrs. A reception will follow Mass. Event Details What: Mass for Young Adults with Bishop Richard F. Reidy When: Sunday, February 1, 2026  |  7:00 p.m. Where: St. Thomas Aquinas Chapel (UConn campus), Storrs, CT 06268 After Mass: Reception to follow  

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Save the Date: Diocese of Norwich Outreach to Haiti  Invites You to “For the Love of a Child Charity Gala”
    Diocese of Norwich Outreach to Haiti  Invites You to the 19th Annual Gala   For the Love of a Child Charity Gala   Saturday, April 18, 2026 A Villa Louisa, 60 Villa Louisa Rd., Bolton, CT The Most Reverend Richard F. Reidy, of the Diocese of Norwich invites you to join him in this event that benefits the children who live in the Archdiocese of Port-au-of Prince, Haiti. Cocktails and appetizers at 5:30 pm, followed by dinner buffet. Special Guest Speaker, Haitian crafts, artwork and silent auction. Tickets are $100...

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Secure Your Spot at Steubenville East, July 24-26
STEUBENVILLE EAST - HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS WELCOME Join teens from across the U.S. for three days of fellowship, faith, and worship at Steubenville East in Springfield, MA, from Friday, July 24 to Sunday, July 26. This event is open to 8th–12th graders, with a total cost of $415, which covers the conference, meals, housing for 4, and transportation. A $100 deposit is required by the beginning of February to reserve your spot with Evangelization and Discipleship Ministry. To register, please speak with your Youth Minister or Catechetical Leader. For any questions, ...

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