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Monthly Pro-Life Mass to be Held March 1

Posted on February 11, 2025 in: ProLife

Monthly Pro-Life Mass to be Held March 1
The monthly Diocesan Pro-Life Mass will take place at the Cathedral of St. Patrick in Norwich on Saturday, March 1 at 8:30 A.M. Please join our celebrant Rev. Walter Nagle at Mass as we pray to end abortion and for the healing for those who have had an abortion. Following the Mass, the Ra...

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Visionary Laywoman who was Friend of Padre Pio Declared Venerable
The Vatican has issued a decree recognizing the heroic virtues of the Servant of God Luigina Sinapi, declaring her “venerable.” The Italian woman was a lay mystic who had a vision of Jesus and the Virgin Mary and maintained a friendship with St. Pio of Pietrelcina, Italy, better known as...

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Witnessing Hope — My First March For Life
I signed up to attend the 2025 March for Life in Washington, D.C. Little did I know how great an impact the event would have on me. I had long intended to attend the March for Life but life's demands somehow seemed to get in the way. Thankfully I was able to participate this year. F...

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Pope Francis: Faith in God is ā€˜A Force That Sets Love in Motion’ in the World
Pope Francis on Wednesday continued his catechesis on “Jesus Christ Our Hope,” saying love is the force that compels people, including the Blessed Virgin Mary, to share their faith in God with others.  Unable to read his prepared catechesis due to a cold, the Holy Father asked an...

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Nothing is Worth Sacrificing the Life of a Child, Pope Tells World Leaders
At a Vatican summit on children's rights, Pope Francis condemned war, abortion and the exploitation of children for power and profit. He called for global action to protect children, who represent the future of humanity. VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- It is unacceptable that a child's right to lif...

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The Four Loves and Our Faith

Posted on February 05, 2025 in: Reflections

The Four Loves and Our Faith
As we turn the calendar toward Valentine’s Day, our thoughts are often drawn to images of romantic love — heartfelt exchanges, sweet moments with loved ones, and a world draped in pink and red. Yet, C.S. Lewis invites us to broaden our understanding of love beyond romance alone. His book...

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Celebrating the Four Loves with Children
Valentine’s Day fills our children’s world with hearts, sweets and fun, but it also offers us a chance to teach them about love through our faith. Instead of focusing only on romance, we can use this holiday to explore love’s many dimensions, helping our children grow in their unde...

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CNA Explains: How Are ā€˜Low-Gluten’ Communion Hosts Made for Mass?
It’s something most Catholics have probably heard at Mass at some point: An announcement that “gluten-free” or “low-gluten” hosts are available either during Communion or directly afterward so that Catholics with gluten sensitivities can participate in the Blessed Sacra...

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Celebrating 150 Years: St. Joseph School Honors Faith, Family, and Tradition
As we move into Catholic Schools Week we highlight one school that has been educating students in the Faith for more than 150 years. St. Joseph School in Baltic celebrated a milestone this year—its 150th anniversary. Since its founding in 1874, the school has been a cornerstone of faith, ed...

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Religious Icons: Hope & Faith Video Series
This week on the Hope and Faith Series, Nina Romero-Caron from Our Lady of La Salette in Brooklyn shares how a religious icon has influenced her faith. View previous videos or more articles on Faith by visiting NorwichDiocese.org/FaithSparks       &nb...

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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 Around the Diocese For events with additional information, click the blue event title...

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Keeping Faith Alive All Summer Long

Posted on July 15, 2026 in: Reflections

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Keeping Faith Alive All Summer Long
Summer break: a time of sunlit days, endless play, and, inevitably, the echo of “I’m bored!” resounding through many homes. As parents, this season presents a beautiful opportunity to blend fun with faith, nurturing both the spirits and the imaginations of your children. Here are some suggestions to keep those summer days filled with joy, learning, and a deepening connection to our faith. Crafting the Faith Encourage your children’s creativity and faith through saint-themed crafts. Simple projects like making rosaries from colorful beads, creat...

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Family Hike with Bishop Reidy at Wachusett Mountain
  Looking for a fun way to enjoy the outdoors while spending time with family and fellow Catholics?   Bishop Richard Reidy invites individuals and families from across the Diocese of Norwich to join him for a Family Hike at Wachusett Mountain on Saturday, Aug. 8.   The moderate hike offers participants an opportunity to experience the beauty of God's creation while enjoying fellowship with Bishop Reidy and others from around the diocese. Featuring scenic views and approximately 1,000 feet of elevation gain, the hike is well-suited for thos...

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Catholic School Employment Opportunities Now Available
There are several current education-related employment opportunities available in Catholic schools across the diocese. These openings include classroom teaching, subject-area teaching, early childhood education and classroom support positions. Current school postings include opportunities at St. Michael School in Pawcatuck, St. Joseph School in New London, Saint Patrick Cathedral School in Norwich, St. James School in Danielson and Saint John Paul II School in Middletown. Recently posted openings include: Part-Time Music Teacher — St. Michael School, Pawcatuc...

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Where Saints Walked

Posted on July 16, 2026 in: News

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Where Saints Walked
Pilgrimage to the Shrines of St. Kateri & the North American Martyrs More than 100 parishioners from across the Diocese joined Bishop Reidy on pilgrimage to the Shrine of St. Kateri and the Shrine of Our Lady of Martyrs, also known as the Shrine of the North American Martyrs, to celebrate the feast day of St. Kateri Tekakwitha, the Lily of the Mohawks. Walking in the Footsteps of the Saints Everyone expressed how much they enjoyed the celebration of Mass in the Coliseum and hearing Bishop Reidy share his knowledge of and passion for the saints who first brought...

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Summer Math Tutoring Sessions Offered at Academy of the Holy Family
Summer Math Tutoring Sessions Monday to Friday July 6–August 12 except July 12–18 Academy of the Holy Family — Baltic, CT Families looking to strengthen their children’s math skills over the summer are invited to take part in personalized tutoring sessions at the Academy of the Holy Family in Baltic. Tutoring will be led by Sister Mary Jane Vo, who brings 21 years of teaching experience at the Academy of the Holy Family. Session Times 9:30–10:30 a.m. 10:45–11:45 a.m. 1:30–2:30 p.m. Tutoring Service...

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