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Fatima Feast Comes to Stonington  Borough
Saint Mary Church in Stonington will hold its annual celebration in honor of Our Lady of Fatima on May 18th.  Saturday, May 18, 2024     7:30pm Mass of Our Lady of Fatima     8:30pm Candlelight Procession   Sunday, May 19, 2024     10:30am Mass &nbs...

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Vatican Prepares for Summer Olympics with Conference on Faith and Sports
As 206 countries prepare to send their top athletes to participate in the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics, the Vatican is organizing an event to look at the relationship between the Catholic Church and sports, through both a spiritual and anthropological lens. “In the current context of wars tea...

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Virgin Mary Today Asks Same She Asked of Little Shepherds 107 Years Ago, Cardinal Says
During the May 13 Mass that he offered on the feast day of Our Lady of Fátima at the shrine dedicated to her in Portugal, Cardinal Juan José Omella said the Virgin Mary asks of us today the same that she asked of the three visionaries 107 years ago, in 1917.  The prelate is archbis...

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Why Mary is Our 'Perfect Mother'
Mary is our heavenly mother and the month of May, dedicated to her, always provides us an opportunity to consider how much our Mama loves us and cares for us. Nowhere is her maternal protection over us more evident than in the numerous visits from heaven that she has made. Each apparition of Our ...

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Ascension Thursday: A Holy Day of Obligation
Ascension Thursday, observed on May 9, 2024, marks a significant celebration in the liturgical calendar for Catholics around the world.  This day commemorates the bodily Ascension of Jesus Christ into heaven, which occurred 40 days after his Resurrection on Easter Sunday. This event is vivid...

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Three Ways to Improve the Experience of Mass - Hope & Faith Video Series
This week on the Hope and Faith Series Liza Roach, Youth and Young Adult Minister, speaks about three ways you can help improve your experience of Mass. View previous videos or more articles on Faith by visiting NorwichDiocese.org/FaithSparks      

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‘Little Miracle of Lille’: How a Candlelight Mass Gathers Hundreds of Young People Every Week in France
“The good makes no noise,” St. Francis de Sales would say of Lille’s candlelight Mass.  Indeed, while France regularly shows itself to be at the forefront of the de-Christianization of the West and recently made headlines for its constitutionalization of abortion, the ...

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Vatican to Publish New Document on Marian Apparitions Next Week
The Vatican’s doctrine office will publish a new document next week on discerning Marian apparitions and other supernatural events. The Holy See Press Office announced on Tuesday that Cardinal Víctor Manuel Fernández, the prefect of the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith (DDF), will un...

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Pope Francis to Attend G7 Summit to Speak on Artificial Intelligence
Pope Francis will attend the G7 summit in June to speak about the ethics of artificial intelligence, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni announced Friday. The Group of Seven (G7) industrialized nations summit is being held in the southern Italian region of Puglia from June 13–15 and will ...

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Protect Religious Freedom of Catholic Hospitals - Legislative Alert
URGENT ACTION ALERT   Lobbyists for pro-abortion rights groups are pushing for the State House of Representatives to Vote on HB 5424.  If you have not already done so, please contact your state representative to protect religious freedom of Catholic hospitals. HB 5424 “An...

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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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Praying Together for the Gifts of the Holy Spirit
Bishop Reidy Invites Diocese to Pray Pentecost Novena Bishop Richard F. Reidy is inviting the faithful of the Diocese of Norwich to join together once again in praying a Novena to the Holy Spirit during the nine days between the Ascension and Pentecost. As he marks his first anniversary as Bishop of Norwich, Bishop Reidy does so with gratitude for the welcome, support and faithful cooperation he has received throughout the diocese. From the beginning of his ministry here, he has reminded us that whatever good we hope to accomplish depends completely upon the grace of ...

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New Opportunities at Area Catholic Parishes and Schools
Recent Employment Opportunities Posted on Diocesan Website The Diocese of Norwich Employment page continues to be a helpful resource for those seeking work in Catholic parishes, schools and related organizations throughout the region. Several new opportunities have been added recently, including positions in parish administration and Catholic education. Parish Business & Office Manager St. Pius X Parish, Middletown St. Pius X Parish in Middletown is seeking a full-time, highly organized Parish Business & Office Manager to manage finances, payroll an...

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Men’s Morning Retreat Invites Participants to Lead with Faith and Purpose
Men across the Diocese of Norwich are invited to step into that calling at the upcoming Men’s Morning Retreat, a time of prayer, reflection, and fraternity designed to renew and strengthen faith-filled leadership in everyday life. Hosted by Brothers in Christ, the retreat will take place on Saturday, May 16, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at St. Bridget of Kildare, Moodus. The morning will be led by Bishop Richard F. Reidy, who will guide participants in reflecting on what it means to lead as men of faith within their families, workplaces, and communities. Centere...

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Men of the Diocese are Invited to Brothers in Christ A Virtual Gathering for Faith, Prayer and Discussion
Brothers in Christ A Virtual Gathering for Faith, Prayer and Discussion Men of the Diocese are invited to deepen their faith and build meaningful connections through Brothers in Christ, a virtual gathering centered on prayer, personal reflection and authentic discussion. This monthly group offers a welcoming space for men to share their experiences, grow spiritually and support one another in living out their faith in today’s world. Next Session Thursday, May 14 7:00–7:45 p.m. via Webex This month’s guest speaker, Deacon David ...

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A Prayer for Mother's Day

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A Prayer for Mother's Day
🌸 A Prayer for Mother’s Day Honoring mothers, remembering those who grieve, and giving thanks for love that reflects the heart of God Loving God, bless all mothers and motherly figures with strength, tenderness, and peace. May they feel cherished for the love they give, comforted in their sacrifices, and renewed by Your grace. Hold close mothers who grieve, mothers who have gone before us, and all who find this day difficult. May Your love surround them today and always. Amen. “Her children rise up and call her blessed.” &mdas...

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