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Saint John Chrysostom

Posted on September 09, 2024 in: News

Saint John Chrysostom
  Saint John Chrysostom, born around 347 AD in Antioch, which is in modern-day Turkey, is a highly honored figure in the history of the Catholic Church. His name, "Chrysostom," means "golden-mouthed," a title he earned because of his amazing talent for preaching. Saint Jo...

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A Question of Faith- What is the Significance of the Rosary?
“Father, as a new convert to Catholicism, I'm eager to deepen my prayer life. Could you please explain the significance of the Rosary and how it can help me grow in my relationship with God?”   The Rosary holds great importance in the life of the Catholic faithful. Traditi...

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Freemasonry: Why the Church Prohibits Membership
Catholics are strictly prohibited from being Masons or belonging to Freemasonry. Below are seven facts to know in order to not be misled about the matter. Recently, Father Eduardo Hayen, a Mexican priest of the diocese of Ciudad Juárez and director of the weekly publication “Presencia,&rdqu...

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No More Delays: Diocese Files Reorganization Plan to Avoid Costly Litigation and Support Healing
As of Friday, September 6, 2024, the Roman Catholic Diocese of Norwich, in collaboration with its insurance provider, Catholic Mutual, and the Association of Parishes, has finalized a joint Chapter 11 Plan of Reorganization. This initiative is designed to help the Diocese emerge from bankruptcy whil...

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Bishop Michael R. Cote Announces Retirement
September 3, 2024 My dear brothers and sisters in Christ, I am writing to share some important news with you. The Holy Father, Pope Francis, has graciously accepted my letter of resignation, which I submitted on the occasion of my 75th birthday on June 19, 2024, in accordance with the norms of...

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Pope Sets Off on Longest Trip of His Pontificate
Pope Francis will travel to Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, Timor-Leste and Singapore. ROME (CNS) -- Traveling on an ITA Airways plane, Pope Francis set off on the longest foreign trip of his papacy. The plane carrying the pope, top Vatican officials and about 75 journalists took off from Rome...

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We Can Help. Promise to Protect-Pledge to Heal
We Can Help To report inappropriate conduct of any kind by a Diocesan Bishop please contact ReportBishopAbuse.org or call 1-800-276-1562 To report inappropriate contact of any kind by a representative of the Diocese of Norwich or for assistance for victims, please call The Dioce...

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St. Monica: A Saint for the Worried and the Hopeful
On August 27th, we celebrate the feast day of St. Monica, a woman whose unwavering faith and persistent prayers remind us of the power of love, hope, and patience. As the mother of St. Augustine, one of the Church's most influential theologians, St. Monica’s story is a testament to the imp...

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Looking for a Job? Check Out These New Opportunities
Looking for a job? There are many new open positions listed on our website. Here are just a few of the opportunities.    Part-time Administrative Assistant - Office for Safe Environments, Norwich Part-time Administrative Assistant - Office of Faith Events, Norwich Administr...

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New Study: Bloodstains on Shroud of Turin Consistent with Torture of Christ
A new study from an Italian researcher that analyzes the blood on the Shroud of Turin argues that the stains are consistent with the torture and crucifixion of Jesus Christ as described in the Gospels.  Giulio Fanti — a professor of mechanical and thermal measurements at the Unive...

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Monthly Pro-Life Mass to be Held May 2
The monthly Diocesan Pro-Life Mass will take place at the Cathedral of St. Patrick in Norwich on Saturday, May 2, 2026 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. Breakfast and fellowship following Mass.        

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