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Spend Time in Eucharistic Adoration

Posted on February 13, 2023 in: Reflections

Spend Time in Eucharistic Adoration
What we look at has the power to change us. Our eyes are like portals to our imagination. Seeing something has a unique ability to stimulate new thoughts, clarify former ideas and significantly alter our perception. To gaze upon the Grand Canyon, the face of a child or, more problematically, images ...

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Beloved ‘Mother Church' in Need of Care

Posted on February 08, 2023 in: News

Beloved ‘Mother Church' in Need of Care
Rescue the tower or close the church: That’s the dilemma facing congregants of St. Mary Church in Norwich and their pastor, the Rev. Robert Washabaugh. Parts of the exterior of the 100-year-old church are crumbling and have been declared a safety hazard - so much so that the perimeter is fe...

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Knights Corner- Why We March

Posted on February 07, 2023 in: News, ProLife

Knights Corner- Why We March
On the way home from attending a luncheon for the Connecticut March for Life kickoff last month, my wife Kerry and I began discussing the value in holding such a rally in Hartford this spring. It was certainly expensive to charter buses, print signs and pay for gas and parking if one drives there. W...

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World Day of Prayer for Consecrated Life in the Diocese of Norwich
On Feb. 5, priests and Religious from around the Diocese of Norwich gathered at the Cathedral of Saint Patrick to celebrate the gift of the Consecrated Life. All the faithful attendees came together to pray in thanksgiving for the Consecrated life and to ask God to bless members of Religious Co...

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Finding Hope When Your Children Fall Away from the Church
The question is one that many Catholic parents struggle with: Why don’t my adult children attend Mass or practice their faith? The answer is complicated and comprised of a myriad of factors beyond any parent’s control, said Deacon Dennis Dolan. “One thing I know, this is not on ...

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Can Our Work Help Our Faith?

Posted on February 02, 2023 in: Reflections

Can Our Work Help Our Faith?
Each and every one of us, by virtue of our baptism, is called to live the Gospel and to follow Jesus in our daily lives. But how practical is that? Is it realistic to think that we can actually practice our faith in our daily work? According to Michael W. Sullivan, SFO, here are three ways our wo...

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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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Encountering God Through Scripture - Hope & Faith Video Series
This month on the Hope and Faith Series, Mary-Jo McLaughlin, Coordinator of Catholic Family Services, speaks about having an encounter with the living God through Sacred Scripture. View previous videos or more articles on Faith by visiting NorwichDiocese.org/FaithSparks ...

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The Gift of Warmth - Children Get Free Coats, Thanks to Knights
As many headed out to shop on the day after Thanksgiving, the Knights of Columbus in the Middletown Deanery distributed new winter coats to those in need at St. Sebastian’s Hall. The upper Middlesex councils have joined other councils in Connecticut and North America to give children in need a...

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Saint John Bosco - Patron Saint of Catholic Editors and Youth
“…that they are aware that they are loved” - Saint John Bosco 1815–1888 Patron Saint of apprentices, boys, editors, laborers, magicians, students Canonized by Pope Pius XI on April 1, 1934 The Church celebrates Saint John Bosco’s feast day on January 31. P...

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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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This is Pope Leo’s Prayer Intention for the Month of May
Pope Leo XIV’s prayer intention for the month of May is that everyone might have food. In a video released on X, the Holy Father asked the faithful: “What do you feel about 318 million people experiencing acute hunger every day?” “We need to act, but without prayer we will remain powerless,” he said. “This May, I invite you to join me in prayer that we may seriously commit to avoiding food waste and to ensuring that everyone has access to quality food every day.” In the full video shared on the Pope’s Worldwide P...

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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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