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Santa’s tomb? Coffin of St. Nicholas May Have Been Found — but There’s a Catch
After years of excavation work, the leader of an archeological expedition at the Church of St. Nicholas in Demre, Turkey, announced this week that her team has found a sarcophagus that may contain the body of St. Nick — a discovery that could muddy the conventional wisdom about ...

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Watch the Replay of Christmas Eve Mass from the Cathedral
Merry Christmas! The beauty of the cathedral can be experienced year-round and will remain fully decorated until the Solemnity of the Epiphany on January 6, 2025. Masses are daily 7 AM and noon.

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A Timeless Tradition: The 45th Annual Festival of Lessons and Carols at the Cathedral
The 45th Annual Festival of Lessons and Carols was held on Sunday, December 22, 2024, on the Fourth Sunday of Advent. One of the most festive ways to enjoy the beauty of the Cathedral of Saint Patrick, the event featured readings of sections of the Christmas story, choir music, and the singing of...

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A Life of Faith and Service

Posted on December 20, 2024 in: Vocations

A Life of Faith and Service
Bishop Emeritus Michael R. Cote has led a life defined by unwavering faith, dedication, and service to the Catholic Church. Born in Sanford, Maine, on June 19, 1949, he was raised in a family deeply rooted in Catholic values. His parents, Paul and Margaret Alma (Trottier) Cote, greatly influenced hi...

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Hope Does Not Disappoint: Join the Jubilee Year Mass at the Cathedral
The Jubilee Year is a sacred time of renewal, grace, and joy proclaimed by the Church every 25 years. For 2025, Pope Francis has announced the Jubilee Year under the theme “Spes Non Confundit” (Hope Does Not Disappoint), taken from St. Paul’s Letter to the Romans (Rom 5:5). In his ...

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Amid Christmas and Jubilee Preparations, Prepare Your Hearts, Pope Says
Pope Francis had a full weekend with regular audiences and a consistory to create new cardinals Dec. 7 and a Mass with the new cardinals the next morning. But he did not miss his traditional visit to the center of Rome to pay homage to Mary and her Immaculate Conception. ROME (CNS) -- With the ci...

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Finding the Manger

Posted on December 19, 2024 in: Reflections

Finding the Manger
The days leading up to Christmas are a blur of to-do lists scribbled on sticky notes, Amazon packages arriving at odd hours, and gifts yet to be wrapped. It's easy for December to feel more like a chaotic sprint than a peaceful journey to Bethlehem. As a mom, I know the pr...

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Christmas Pastoral from Archbishop Christopher J. Coyne
Christmas 2024 My friends, I am pleased to share with you this Christmas pastoral letter as the Apostolic Administrator of the Diocese of Norwich. Many of you are regular Mass goers.  Some of you come occasionally, once a month or so.  Some come once or twice a year on the major holi...

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Film Tells Story of Michelle Duppong, FOCUS Missionary who ‘Evangelized Through Friendship’
Servant of God Michelle Duppong. | Credit: FOCUS Catholic Servant of God Michelle Duppong was 31 years old when she died from cancer on Dec. 25, 2015. A young woman filled with joy and a fire for the Lord, she was born in Colorado and grew up on her family farm in North Dakota, after which she...

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Living Advent with Hope and Charity: Lessons from Mother Teresa’s Sisters
To Prepare Your Heart for the Coming of the Lord On a crisp December morning in Rome, a group of women gathered not for their usual Bible study but to bring Christmas gifts to a homeless shelter run by the Missionaries of Charity, the order founded by St. Teresa of Calcutta, also known as Mother ...

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Your Guide to Church Bazaar and Craft Fairs and Other Events
Use the Handy List Below to See Where All the Best Church Bazaars and Craft Fairs are Being Held Throughout the Diocese. You Can Also Add Events to Your Google Calendar from Ours.  Saturday, September 13 St. Mary Church Craft Fair St. Mary Church, 70 Central Ave, Norwich • 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM Looking for local crafters. Contact LoAnn Lussier at 860-334-5206. Saturday, October 4   St. Mary’s Church Bazaar St. Mary Church, 70 Central Ave, Norwich • 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Clothing, yard sale items, food, bake sale, basket...

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Prayer for Students Returning to School

Posted on August 25, 2025 in: News

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Prayer for Students Returning to School
As another school year begins, we are reminded that learning is more than the pursuit of knowledge — it is a journey toward wisdom, wonder, and deeper trust in God. Each classroom becomes a place where gifts are discovered, friendships are formed, and faith is lived out in daily moments. We entrust our students to the Lord, asking Him to guide their minds, protect their hearts, and fill their days with curiosity, joy, and perseverance. May this year not only shape their studies but also help them grow closer to Christ, who is the source of all truth and knowledge. ...

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Pilgrimage with Bishop Reidy to the North American Martyrs Shrine
Join Bishop Richard Reidy and fellow pilgrims for a one-day journey to the North American Martyrs Shrine in Fultonville, NY on Thursday, October 16, 2025. This special trip will include Mass celebrated with Bishop Reidy, time to explore the Shrine, Museum, and Gift Shop, and fellowship with others. The coach bus will depart from St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Norwich (213 Broadway) at 7:30 a.m.. Participants are asked to bring a lunch. The $130 per person cost includes bus transportation, Shrine admission, and dinner at a local restaurant. Registration Details C...

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Deepen Your Faith Through Theology

Posted on August 25, 2025 in: Around the Diocese

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Deepen Your Faith Through Theology
Lay persons are invited to study theology, not only to prepare well for engaging in the New Evangelization, but also because understanding Doctrine and Scripture is important to grow in a knowledge and love for Christ and His Church, which is at the heart of all authentic evangelizing efforts. Are you looking to deepen your understanding of your faith? Are you intellectually curious? Do you want to strengthen your knowledge of Catholic Theology? In today’s world, many people are seeking moral and philosophical guidance and want to connect more deeply with God an...

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Make a Difference in Just One Hour: 40 Days for Life 2025
Stand for Life in Norwich! From September 24 to November 2, 2025, our Diocese will once again join the international 40 Days for Life campaign—a peaceful, prayerful witness for the sanctity of every human life. You are invited to spend an hour (or more!) in prayer on the sidewalk outside Planned Parenthood, 12 Case St., Norwich, between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. daily. Together, our presence and prayers can make a difference and shine the light of Christ’s love where it is most needed. For more information or to sign up, contact the 40 Days for Life Team at (86...

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Bishop Reidy on That’s the Spirit – Part 2

Posted on August 25, 2025 in: News

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Bishop Reidy on That’s the Spirit – Part 2
This episode continues the interview with Bishop Richard F. Reidy on That’s the Spirit with Fr. John Gatzak. In the first part, Bishop Reidy emphasized the importance of charity and gentleness in inviting people to return to the Church. In this second part, he speaks about the need for clarity when presenting God’s moral truths. While charity must guide every invitation, the Gospel message itself should never be softened or diluted. Clear teaching helps people find stability and direction in the midst of life’s challenges. Bishop Reidy also highlight...

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