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Full Text: Pope Francis’ Homily for Christmas 2023
Below is the full text of Pope Francis’ homily for the Solemnity of the Nativity of the Lord, delivered on Dec. 24, 2023, in St. Peter’s Basilica. “A census of the whole earth” (cf. Lk 2:1). This was the context in which Jesus was born, and the Gospel makes a point of it. ...

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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, 2024. Masses are daily 7 AM and noon.

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Keeping Christ in Xmas - An Opportunity to Evangelize
Recently, the discussion around "Keeping Christ in Christmas" emerged, particularly concerning the use of the abbreviation "Xmas." Upon delving into this matter, I uncovered the following insights: The utilization of "Xmas" instead of spelling out "Christmas&quo...

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Bishop Cote's Video Christmas Message for 2023
Bishop Michael R. Cote shares his Christmas Message with us, the men, women, and children of the Diocese of Norwich. Wishing you and your family a blessed Christmas! May the light of Christ, shine brightly during this holy season and throughout the year. We hope you enjoy this video reflection...

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It’s a Wonderful Life: How a 76-year-old Movie is the Gospel Transposed onto Celluloid
If you are one of the few people who have never seen this classic movie, be warned, there are some spoilers to follow. Hopefully, by the time you finish this article, you will want to pop some corn or roast some chestnuts and find an airing of It’s a Wonderful Life. Be sure to share it with...

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Statement of USCCB on Vatican’s Document Addressing Pastoral Blessings
WASHINGTON - In response to the Declaration “Fiducia supplicans” issued by the Vatican’s Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith today, the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) offered the following statement from its spokesperson, Chieko Noguchi, executive director of publi...

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Father Gregoire Fluet Named Interim President of College
In a unanimous vote of the Mount Saint Mary College Board of Trustees, Fr. Gregoire Fluet has been named Interim President of the college. At the beginning of September, Fr. Fluet assumed the role of Acting President of the college. In just a few weeks, Fr. Fluet has shown that he is a capable an...

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Relationship and Truth - Two Golden Threads of Campus Ministry in the Diocese of Norwich
A simple friendship can often serve as the spark that ignites a profound relationship with the Lord. It is in the warmth of a genuine connection with others that we sometimes discover the transformative power of faith. Through conversations, shared experiences and the unconditional support of friend...

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End of Life Ministry:  A New Beginning for Retired Carpenter
A house fire while he was a senior in high school determined the path of retired carpenter Glenn Miller’s life work as a Catholic and pointed him in a different direction than he planned. It is a direction that through many twists and turns has brought him to a new venture in his retirement &m...

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From Clutter to Connection: How Cleaning the Breezeway Transformed Our Marriage
The breezeway between our garage and house has always been a source of conflict between my husband and me. I like it to be clean, uncluttered and a place where I can sit three seasons out of the year. The lovely wicker set placed there creates an inviting space for me to read, or a cozy spot for ...

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Editor's note: The following article was originally published Sept. 10, 2023. It is republished to mark the 24th anniversary of 9/11. It highlights the very best of our shared humanity—the kindness, compassion, and generosity that transcend boundaries of faith, culture, and nationality. We share it again here as a reminder that, even in times of darkness, goodness and light can still be found in the world. Sometimes, the best stories come from unexpected moments of inspiration. Recently, I had a unique experience attending Mass at St. Columba in Columbia...

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40 Days for Life begins September 23rd with a Vigil Mass
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In Memoriam—Sr. Lorraine Deziel, DHS

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In Memoriam—Sr. Lorraine Deziel, DHS
Sr. Lorraine Deziel, DHS October 10, 1936 – September 5, 2025 Sr. Lorraine Deziel, DHS, 88, a member of the Daughters of the Holy Spirit, entered into her eternal rest on Friday, September 5, 2025, at St. Joseph Living Center in Windham, CT, where she had been in residence since 2024. Marie Lorraine was born on October 10, 1936, in Waterbury, CT, the middle daughter of Donat and Azeline (Grenier) Deziel. She entered religious life in 1956 and made her religious profession on April 9, 1958. She was then known as Sr. Antoine de l’Enfant Jesus. After ...

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Connecticut Catholic Men’s Conference Announces 18th Annual Gathering for 2025 Jubilee Year
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