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Sharing the Reason for the Season - Your Nativity Crèche Photos Wanted
Holiday Greetings from the Communications Office!     In 2023, the world commemorates the 800th anniversary of a timeless Christmas tradition— the Nativity scene, or Christmas crèche. In the year 1223, St. Francis of Assisi brought the Nativity to life in Grec...

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An Advent Family Blessing

Posted on November 23, 2023 in: ADVENT

An Advent Family Blessing
An Advent Family Blessing   In the name of the father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…   Loving Father,   We ask that you bless this family and all the families who are faithfully trying to build your Kingdom here on earth.    Help t...

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Welcoming the Stranger: Archbishop Kevin S. Randall Embraces Diversity, Service in Bangladesh as Church's new Apostolic Nuncio
Archbishop Kevin S. Randall had the opportunity recently to celebrate Mass with members of Connecticut’s Bangladeshi community, a tight-knit group of about 600 worshipers based in Manchester.  A well-traveled man who has served in Roman Catholic diplomatic posts on four continents, Arc...

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Bishop's Column -  Glory to God in the Highest
November/December 2023 Four County Catholic "Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men."   My dear brothers and sisters in Christ, As we approach Thanksgiving, Advent, and Christmas I am reminded of the above verse from the Gospel of Luke which ...

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U.S. Bishops Mark Thirty Years Since Release of “Communities of Salt and Light: Reflections on the Social Mission of the Parish”
  WASHINGTON - On November 17, the Catholic Church in the United States celebrated the thirtieth anniversary of the statement, “Communities of Salt and Light: Reflections on the Social Mission of the Parish.” This landmark statement continues to serve as the guiding document for ...

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Spiritual Solidarity: Parishioners Unite to Pray the Rosary
I will put enmity between you and the woman, and between your offspring and her offspring; he shall bruise your head, and you shall bruise his heel. (Genesis 3:15)           In a powerful and uplifting display of unity and faith, over 80 parishioners from St...

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Blessing of a Christmas Tree

Posted on November 20, 2023 in: ADVENT

Blessing of a Christmas Tree
Blessing of a Christmas Tree   The day after Thanksgiving, many people eagerly embrace the tradition of setting up Christmas trees. Families gather to transform their homes into festive wonderlands, adorned with twinkling lights, ornaments, and cherished decorations. The scent of pine and...

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‘Mass of a Lifetime’ Reminds Elderly ‘Their Community has not Forgotten Them’
“Twenty-nine days a month I watch Catholic Mass on this iPad of mine and one day per month, we get to have a weekday Mass here at the residence.” These were the words of a 95-year-old woman named Rita who inspired 32-year-old Amanda Achtman to organize what she calls a “Mass of ...

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A Prayer of Thanksgiving - 2023

Posted on November 16, 2023 in: News, Reflections

A Prayer of Thanksgiving - 2023
Heavenly Creator, In this season of gratitude and abundance, we give You thanks for our many blessings as we pray for all who struggle with hunger and want. Be with them in the dark of night, when all hope seems lost. Keep their faith strong as they await relief. Let Your goodness flow thr...

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U.S. Bishops Affirm Cause of Beatification and Canonization of Paulist Priest
      At their annual November Plenary Assembly, the bishops of the United States held a canonical consultation on the cause of beatification and canonization of the Servant of God Isaac Thomas Hecker. BALTIMORE - At their annual November Plenary Assembly, the bishops of t...

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Employment Opportunities in Education

Posted on April 30, 2026 in: News, School News

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Employment Opportunities in Education
There are several current job openings for educators in our diocese.  The positions are updated weekly so be sure to bookmark this page in your browser-  NorwichDiocese.org/Employment Here are a few of the positions that were recently posted. Elementary/Middle   Administrative Secretary — St. Joseph School, Baltic Administrative Secretary — Sacred Heart School, Taftville Spanish Teacher — St. James School, Danielson   plus many others All candidates must complete the official professional application t...

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USCCB to Lead National Consecration to the Sacred Heart
A National Moment of Prayer The United States to Be Consecrated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus June 11, 2026 | Solemnity of the Sacred Heart As the United States approaches the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, the Church is preparing for a moment of profound spiritual significance. On June 11, 2026, the Solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops will consecrate the nation to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. This historic act invites the faithful to reflect not only on the country’s founding ideal...

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Celebrating 10 Years of NATIVE EYES Clinics at St. Pius X Church
On Saturday, May 16, a powerful story of service and transformation will come to life in Middletown. Titled “Seeing is Believing,” this special event invites the community to witness firsthand the impact of a mission that has restored not only sight, but dignity, confidence and hope to thousands. Hosted by Artists for World Peace (AFWP), alongside its dedicated medical travel team and the Padre Pio Foundation of America, the gathering will highlight the remarkable work of the AFWP NATIVE EYES Clinics, a collaborative outreach that has been changing lives sinc...

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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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Popemobile to Begin Charity Tour in the United States
On Wednesday, the Dicastery for the Service of Charity and Cross Catholic Outreach launched the Road Trip for Hope initiative at the Vatican. The popemobile, the popeʼs special vehicle, will begin a charity tour of the United States. On Wednesday at the Vatican, representatives of the Dicastery for the Service of Charity and Cross Catholic Outreach launched the “American Catholic Heroes: The Road Trip for Hope” initiative. According to the official Vatican News outlet, the initiative, which will run from June to July this year, will travel f...

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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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