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Vatican Offers Plenary Indulgence for Third Annual Grandparents’ Day
The Vatican will again offer a plenary indulgence to mark the third World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly on July 23. The indulgence can be received by grandparents, the elderly, and all Catholics who, “motivated by the true spirit of penance and charity,” participate in Pope Fra...

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Blessed Michael McGivney is namesake of New Haven’s new city-wide parish
The seven Catholic parishes in New Haven, Connecticut, have officially been merged on July 1 into one parish named for Father Michael McGivney, founder of the Knights of Columbus. This new Blessed Michael McGivney parish will serve the New Haven Catholic community and will operate the existing ei...

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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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Day of Reflection Emphasizes Importance of Diocesan Catechists
The beauty of Enders Island, the warmth of the sunshine and gentle ocean breezes, were the perfect backdrop to remind Diocesan catechists that they are grounded in God’s love, a love that is as steady as the rolling waves off the nearby Atlantic Ocean. In early June, nearly 60 catechists an...

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Diakonia: Preaching the Word of God
Over the years sitting in the pews, I have heard some wonderful homilies, and on occasion some not so wonderful. Now that I have the honor of preaching as a Deacon at Mass, I try my best to break open the Scriptures and let the Holy Spirit guide me in nourishing God’s people. I am in no way...

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Pope Francis Advances the Sainthood Cause of Fatima’s Sister Lucia
Pope Francis has advanced the sainthood cause of Sister Lucia dos Santos, the eldest child to witness the Fatima apparitions. In a decree signed on June 22, the pope recognized Lucia’s heroic virtue and declared her “venerable.” The Church will now need to approve a miracle attr...

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Pope Francis Appoints Bishop Christopher Coyne as Coadjutor Archbishop of Hartford
WASHINGTON — Pope Francis has appointed Most Reverend Christopher J. Coyne, bishop of Burlington, as Coadjutor Archbishop of Hartford. The appointment was publicized in Washington, D.C. on June 26, 2023, by Archbishop Christophe Pierre, apostolic nuncio to the United States. Archbishop Leon...

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Knights of Columbus State Deputies and State Chaplains Assemble in New Haven for Annual Meeting
NEW HAVEN — Knights of Columbus jurisdiction leaders from throughout North America and around the world assembled in New Haven — the birthplace of the Knights — from June 8-11 for the annual Organizational Meeting of State Deputies, which this year coincided with a meeting of state...

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Court Grants Approval of Sale of SBS to Mohegan Tribe
Judge James J. Tancredi of the U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Hartford granted approval of the auction sale of 113.19 acres of property belonging to the Diocese of Norwich to the Mohegan Tribe. The land is comprised of the real estate and all of its improvements located at 1593 Route 32, Montville, CT, wh...

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St. Mary Church in Norwich to Receive $800K State Grant for Restoration and Preservation Work
The State of Connecticut has placed a grant of $800,000 for the repair of St. Mary Church, Norwich, in its budget for the new fiscal year.  "With this grant we will be able to restore the church tower, not simply stabilize it," Father Bob Washabaugh, pastor of St. Mary, said.&...

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Mary, Full of Grace: Honoring the Feast of the Immaculate Conception
On December 8, we celebrate one of the most beautiful truths of our faith: the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary. This feast invites us to pause in the midst of Advent and reflect not only on who Mary is, but also on what God is continually doing in the quiet of human history and within the hidden places of our own hearts. The Immaculate Conception does not refer to Jesus’ conception, but to Mary’s. It is God’s loving act of preserving her from original sin from the very first moment of her existence. This miracle is the unmistakable sign...

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The Humble Servant – A Deacon’s Heart

Posted on December 03, 2025 in: News

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The Humble Servant – A Deacon’s Heart
  The permanent deacon is an ordained minister who receives the Sacrament of Holy Orders and is called to a life of service to the People of God in the ministries of the liturgy, the word, and charity. The permanent deacon is called to be a living “image of Christ” (Imago Christi), called to “serve, not to be served.” Diaconate service can only be genuine when it is rooted in humility. Colin D’Amelio is attempting to create a film illustrating the humble heart of a deacon. Colin is the son of Deacon Dan and Kathy D’Amelio, D...

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Candlelight, Kindness, and Cold Ice — Join Bishop Reidy for Two Special Events
This Advent and winter, the Youth and Young Adult Ministry of the Diocese of Norwich Evangelization and Discipleship Ministry invites teens, young adults, families, and parishioners of every age to gather with our new bishop, Most Reverend Richard F. Reidy, for two grace-filled events. On Thursday, December 11, we will come together at Sts. Peter and Paul Church in Norwich for a Holy Hour before the Blessed Sacrament, an Advent reflection offered by Bishop Reidy, and a simple work of mercy as we write Christmas cards for the guests of St. Vincent de Paul Place. In Jan...

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Bound by Faith: Three Books to Lift the Heart this Christmas Season
As Christmas approaches and we begin to think about gifts that enrich the spirit, we launch Bound by Faith — an occasional feature highlighting books written by authors within our own Diocese of Norwich. This first installment brings together three inspiring works by local writers whose faith and insight offer the perfect spiritual nourishment for the Advent and Christmas seasons. She Loved: Resting in the Beauty of Motherhood By Suzanne Bilodeau, Christ the King Parish, Old Lyme — Published by Ascension Press I met author Suzanne Bilodeau at a side...

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Join the Diocese on an Overnight Pilgrimage to the 2026 March for Life
Join the Diocese of Norwich for an overnight pilgrimage to the 2026 March for Life in Washington, D.C., January 22–24. The cost is $55 for transportation only ($2 additional fee when paying through VANCO). Our pilgrimage will begin with Mass with our Bishop at the Cathedral of Saint Patrick on Thursday, January 22, at 7:30 PM, with bus departure immediately following. We will begin our return to Norwich in the early evening on Friday, January 23, following the March. To register, visit https://bit.ly/VANCO or email atejada@norwichdiocese.net to speak with Alv...

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Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe

Posted on December 04, 2025 in: Events

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Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe
The Diocese of Norwich joyfully invites all the faithful to celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Patroness of the Americas and Star of the New Evangelization. This beautiful evening of prayer and thanksgiving will be held Friday, December 12, 2025, at the Cathedral of St. Patrick, 201 Broadway, Norwich. The celebration will begin at 6:30 p.m. with the recitation of the Holy Rosary and an opportunity for the Sacrament of Reconciliation. A bilingual Holy Mass will follow at 7:00 p.m., with The Most Reverend Richard G. Reidy, Bishop of Norwich, serving as principal...

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