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Summer Sabbatical: Finding God in Rest
  As the days grow longer and the warmth of summer envelops us, many look forward to a well-deserved break from the routines and demands of everyday life. Vacations, leisurely activities, and time with family and friends become the highlights of the season. For Catholics, this season offers ...

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U.S. Bishops Affirm Advancement of a Cause of Beatification and Canonization for Adele Brise, Lay Woman
LOUISVILLE, Ky. - At their annual June Plenary Assembly, the bishops of the United States held a canonical consultation on a possible cause of beatification and canonization for Adele Brise. Bishop Thomas John Paprocki of Springfield in Illinois, chairman of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops&r...

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What is ‘Green Burial’ and Does the Catholic Church Allow It?
In an era of increasing environmental consciousness, the practice of “green burials” is growing in popularity — including at numerous Catholic cemeteries throughout the United States.  The funeral and burial economies in the United States — commonly grouped together a...

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From the Big Bang to Black Holes: Vatican, Scientists to Explore Questions of the Universe
In 1931, when astrophysicist Father Georges Lemaître proposed the Big Bang theory — the idea that the universe expanded from the massive explosion of a “primordial atom” — some scientists “hated it, because it was too religious,” according to Jesuit Brother Guy Co...

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Seeing the Eucharist Through the Eyes of 10 Saints
Jesus is present in the Eucharist and the Catholic Church, and many of the Church’s saints have encouraged Catholics to prayerfully participate in the holy sacrifice of the Mass and the adoration of the Blessed Sacrament. Throughout the centuries, the saints have taught us through...

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Knights of Columbus Support Local Special Olympics with Generous Donations from Annual Fundraiser
The men of the Knights of Columbus Francis Cardinal Spellman Council #6107, affiliated with Guardian Angels Roman Catholic Church and with St. Mary Ukrainian Catholic Church in Colchester, recently made monetary donations to support two local Special Olympics programs. The Knights donated checks ...

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A Prayer for Father's Day

Posted on June 13, 2024 in: Reflections

A Prayer for Father's Day
Dear God, Thank you for loving us with your perfect heart of a father. We ask you this Father's Day and always to guide and protect the hearts of all men in fatherly roles who are striving to love with your heart and do your work. Give them pure, chaste, courageous...

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Embracing the Extraordinary in Ordinary Time
In the rhythm of the liturgical calendar, Ordinary Time often goes unnoticed. At first glance, it may seem mundane, a simple filler in the spiritual calendar. However, a closer look reveals that Ordinary Time is anything but ordinary; it’s a profound opportunity for spiritual growth and deepen...

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Gratitude and Community Spirit: Norwich Diocesan Council of Catholic Women Thanks YOU!
  The Norwich Diocesan Council of Catholic Women (NDCCW) would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who contributed to the overwhelming success of the 46th Annual Layette. The incredible response we received this year truly highlights the generosity and community spirit that de...

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Eucharistic Pilgrimage Shows Unity Among Diversity
After participating in the launch of the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage in New Haven, Connecticut, I had the grace of rejoining it in New York. Although a New York native and frequent visitor to the Big Apple, the pilgrimage introduced me to areas of the city that I had never seen or experienced...

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Bishop Michael R. Cote Announces Retirement

Posted on September 05, 2024 in: News, Vocations

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Bishop Michael R. Cote Announces Retirement
September 3, 2024 My dear brothers and sisters in Christ, I am writing to share some important news with you. The Holy Father, Pope Francis, has graciously accepted my letter of resignation, which I submitted on the occasion of my 75th birthday on June 19, 2024, in accordance with the norms of the Church. I am deeply grateful to Pope Francis for his acceptance of my resignation. At the same time, the Holy Father has now appointed Archbishop Christopher J. Coyne as the Apostolic Administrator of our diocese. As I now transition to the role of Bishop Emeritus of Norw...

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 Diocese of Norwich Outreach to Haiti Charity Golf Tournament
Diocese of Norwich Outreach to Haiti hosts its 9th Annual Charity Golf Tournament For the Love of a Child   Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024, at the Wintonbury Hills Golf Course, Bloomfield, Conn. – third-best golf course in Connecticut and ranked #6 Municipal Golf Course in the USA by Sports Illustrated's Golf.com. Check-in is at 11 a.m.. Golf, lunch, and dinner, all included for the great price of $175! You can register online at www.outreachtohaiti.org or call the Outreach office at (860) 800-3601.   Come as a foursome or make new friend...

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Catholic Charities Diocese of Norwich Invites You to Attend an Appreciation Dinner Honoring Board Member Tony Joyce
Catholic Charities is inviting you to attend our Appreciation Dinner Honoring our Board member, Tony Joyce   Tony has been a valued member of the Catholic Charities Board for many years as well as a valued member of our business community in Southeastern Connecticut.  The Appreciation Dinner will be at the Holiday Inn, Norwich Tuesday, September 24, 2024   5:30 pm-8:30pm We look forward to sharing this evening with you! For information, please contact Kathy Capon at kathycapon@ccfsn.org or 860-889-1022 Sponsors Need...

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Faith-Filled Fresh Starts: A New School Year
As the leaves begin to turn and the air carries a hint of autumn, a new school year begins, brimming with promise and potential. This is a time of fresh starts, new notebooks, sharpened pencils, and the anticipation of what lies ahead. For parents and students of all ages, it can be an opportunity to integrate faith into their everyday routines.  Every new school year is an opportunity to start anew, set goals, and aspire for personal growth. In the same way, our faith journey is marked by new beginnings. Each morning, God’s mercies are renewed, offering us a ...

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Looking for a Job? Check Out These New Opportunities
Looking for a job? There are many new open positions listed on our website. Here are just a few of the opportunities.    Part-time Administrative Assistant - Office for Safe Environments, Norwich Part-time Administrative Assistant - Office of Faith Events, Norwich Administrative Assistant/Receptionist - Sisters of Charity of Our Lady, Mother of the Church Bookkeeper - St. Vincent de Paul Place, Norwich Director of Library Services - Holy Apostles College & Seminary, Cromwell K-8 Physical Education and Health Teacher, Life Science (Grade 7...

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