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Grants from National Collections Reveal Global Impact of the Generosity of U.S. Catholics
The bishops awarded 453 grants totaling over $10.5 million that will support pastoral care, evangelization, and social ministry here in the United States and in three global regions, all made possible through the generosity of U.S. Catholics. WASHINGTON - In June, the bishops on the subcommittees...

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Catholic Charities Visits Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut’s New Innovation Center 
Kathy Capon, Norwich Diocesan Catholic Charities Board member, and Yahaira Gonzalez, New London Office Case Worker, visited the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut’s new Innovation Center on Eugene O’Neil Drive in New London, July 11, 2024. Mrs. Capon invited Erica Benvenuti from ...

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New Haven Church Rebuilds St. Trofimena Society
David Kelley says he was raised in an Italian household in New Haven that preserved “Italian food, traditions and the Catholic faith.”  Most of his Italian relatives were parishioners of their neighborhood St. Michael Church, located in Wooster Square in New Haven. The church, wh...

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Annual Golf Tournament: A Celebration of Community and Generosity
Catholic Charities Diocese of Norwich recently held its highly anticipated Annual Golf Tournament, a cherished event that brings together community members, sponsors, and participants in support of various charitable initiatives. The tournament was not only a display of golfing prowess but also a te...

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‘Always smiling’: Chiara Corbella’s Father Remembers Her Joy, Faith
Last month, the Diocese of Rome closed its investigation into the virtues and reputation for holiness of Chiara Corbella Petrillo, a 28-year-old wife and mother who died in 2012 from cancer after delaying treatment until after the birth of her son.  Chiara is known for her joy and simple fai...

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‘God is Hidden in Human Misery’: Pope Francis Highlights Dignity of Migrants, Prisoners
In the face of a sometimes “anesthetized,” consumerist society, we must recall the “scandal” of our Christian faith — that God became man and dwells in each of us, especially the weakest, Pope Francis said in the northern Italian city of Trieste on July 7. “We ...

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Pope: Anointing of the Sick Offers Strength to Those Seriously Ill, Elderly
Pope Francis reminds Catholics that there is no need to wait until a person is at the point of death to receive the sacrament of the anointing of the sick. In his prayer intention for the month of July, he highlights the sacrament's importance for those who are very ill and elderly. VATICAN C...

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Summer Sanctuaries: Faith and Fun at Home
Summer break: a time of sunlit days, endless play, and, inevitably, the echo of “I’m bored!” resounding through many homes. As Catholic parents, this season presents a beautiful opportunity to blend fun with faith, nurturing both the spirits and the imaginations of your children. H...

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Take Time to Rest - Hope & Faith Video Series
This week on the Hope and Faith Series, Mary-Jo McLaughlin, Coordinator of Catholic Family Services, speaks about the need to rest for our spirituality. View previous videos or more articles on Faith by visiting NorwichDiocese.org/FaithSparks       &n...

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Knights Honor Catholic Charities with McGivney Award
Catholic Charities Diocese of Norwich, Inc. received the Blessed Michael McGivney Award at the annual banquet of the Connecticut State Council of the Knights of Columbus March 24, 2024, at the Aqua Turf Club in Plantsville, CT. In presenting the Award, State Deputy Joseph C. Rahtelli stated,...

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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 Saturday, May 16 Seeing is Believing This special event invites the communi...

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The Ascension of the Lord and the Promise of What Is to Come
As Catholics around the world prepare to celebrate the Feast of the Ascension on Thursday, May 14, the Church reflects on the moment Christ returned to the Father in glory, completing His earthly mission while entrusting His followers with the mission of continuing His work in the world. Celebrated 40 days after Easter, the Ascension commemorates Jesus’ return to the Father after His Resurrection. Far from marking an ending, however, the feast points toward a beginning: the commissioning of the apostles, the birth of the Church’s mission, and the promise that...

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May 13 Marks the Feast of Our Lady of Fatima
Feast of Our Lady of Fatima: A Call to Prayer, Penance and Peace On May 13, the Church celebrates the Feast of Our Lady of Fatima, commemorating the Blessed Virgin Mary’s first appearance to three shepherd children— Lucia dos Santos and her cousins, Francisco and Jacinta Marto— in Fatima, Portugal, in 1917. Appearing during a time of war, unrest and uncertainty, Our Lady brought a message that remains deeply relevant today: prayer, repentance and trust in God. During the apparitions, Mary urged the children to pray the Rosary daily for peace in the w...

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In Memoriam: Sister M. Charles Marie (Patricia) Gwiazdowski (1943-2026)
Sister M. Charles Marie Gwiazdowski Enters Eternal Life The Diocese of Norwich mourns the passing of Sister M. Charles Marie (Patricia) Gwiazdowski, Sister of Charity of Our Lady, Mother of the Church, who entered into eternal life early Thursday morning, May 7, 2026, after a long illness. Born in Norwich, Connecticut, in 1943, she was the daughter of Lillian (Arabik) and Frank Gwiazdowski, both of whom predeceased her. Sister attended school in Norwich and at the Academy of the Holy Family in Baltic before entering the Sisters of Charity of Our Lady, Mother of the Ch...

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Cathedral to Host Forty-Hour Devotion Before Corpus Christi
The Cathedral of Saint Patrick is hosting a traditional Forty-Hour Devotion of Eucharistic Adoration in preparation for the Feast of Corpus Christi. When: After the Noon Mass on Friday, June 5, through Benediction at 7:00 a.m. on Sunday, June 7 Where: Cathedral of Saint Patrick, Norwich During this sacred time, the parish and local community are invited to come and spend time with our Eucharistic Lord in adoration. Volunteers are needed throughout the devotion while the Blessed Sacrament is exposed for adoration. To review the available time slots and commit...

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St. Bridget’s Ladies Guild Celebrates 70 Years of Faith, Friendship and Service
For 70 years, the women of St. Bridget’s Ladies Guild have served their parish and community with quiet dedication, deep faith and generous hearts. What began in 1956 with 37 members and annual dues of $1.25 has grown into a lasting ministry of prayer, fellowship, scholarship and service within St. John Paul II Parish. A Legacy Begins The St. Bridget’s Ladies Guild was formed in May 1956 under the pastorate of Reverend George F. X. Reilly. The following month, the Guild held its first meeting with 37 paying members. That same year, the women contributed $4...

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The Ascension of the Lord and the Promise of What Is to Come
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