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Enroll Today in Classes at the New England Catholic Biblical School
“Pay attention and come to me; listen, that you may have life.” (Is 55:3 NABRE) Each day we let either the world or God’s Word shape our lives. Who is influencing your life? Whose voice are you allowing to shape who you are? The New England Catholic Biblical School o...

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ACA: It's Not Too Late to Give

Posted on December 01, 2022 in: ACA

ACA: It's Not Too Late to Give
Please help us reach our 2022 Annual Catholic Appeal goal! All new and additional gifts made between now and December 15th, will be matched with a 50% gift, thanks to the generosity of the Rossi Foundation and the Padre Pio Foundation of America. Let us all come together as “One Faith, O...

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In Memoriam - Sr. Anita Paul, DHS

Posted on November 30, 2022 in: News, Vocations

In Memoriam - Sr. Anita Paul, DHS
1930 – 2022 Sr. Anita Paul, DHS, 92, a member of the Daughters of the Holy Spirit, died on November 23, 2022 at St. Joseph Living Center in Windham, CT. Born on December 31, 1930, in Washington, VT, the daughter of the late Felix and Antoinette (Roberge) Paul, Sr. Anita entered religious...

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Video: A Visit to St. Mary of the Immacualte Conception in Baltic
Join the Office of Faith Events as we visit the churches of St. Mary in the Diocese of Norwich, today we visit St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception in Baltic. View previous videos or more articles on Faith by visiting NorwichDiocese.org/FaithSparks    

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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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2022 Advent Mission, Week One

Posted on November 29, 2022 in: ADVENT

2022 Advent Mission, Week One
The Advent Mission is an opportunity for us as individuals to deepen our faith, take up the call to conversion, and renew our commitment to the newborn Christ and His Church. Please join us as we explore the themes of anticipation, incarnation, new life, and new beginnings. Each Tuesday night Nov...

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How Did Advent Come to Be on the Church Calendar?
The word “Advent” derives from the Latin adventus, meaning “coming.” During Advent, we await the anniversary of Jesus’ coming in human flesh as a baby born to Mary. We also wait vigilantly for the second coming of Christ, who could arrive at our doorstep at any moment. ...

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Begin by Saying Yes to the Lord

Posted on November 25, 2022 in: ADVENT

Begin by Saying Yes to the Lord
There are few things more frustrating as a parent than trying to give your child a gift or help them experience something new, but, due to fatigue, confusion, diaper rash or distraction, they aren’t capable of receiving the offer. They fight, scream and even beg for the thing you want to gi...

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Let the Light of Christ Shine in the World
As the father of four young children, I am routinely subjected to the mild torture of car rides filled with the dulcet tones of children’s songs. Sure, “Silly Songs with Larry” and the occasional Disney anthem prompt my voice to join the cacophony emanating from the back seats, but...

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How Do I Pray For Someone to Come Back to God This Advent?
First of all, don’t worry about what words to use when you begin to pray for someone who has been away from the Lord – from the Church – for a long time. Just talk to God about the situation as you would to a good friend. In your own words, tell God your fear, your concern, perhaps...

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In Memoriam Rev. Victor Chaker (1934–2026)
The Diocese of Norwich mourns the passing of Rev. Victor Chaker, who died on February 3, 2026, at Bayview Nursing Home in Waterford, Connecticut, at the age of 91. Born September 15, 1934, in Port Said, Egypt, Father Chaker pursued advanced studies in science and engineering before answering God’s call to the priesthood later in life. Father Chaker studied at Holy Apostles College and Seminary in Cromwell and was ordained a priest for the Diocese of Norwich on May 31, 2003, at the Cathedral of Saint Patrick in Norwich. He served the faithful of St. Mary Parish in C...

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Green Mass and Norwich Irish Parade to Open Irish Heritage Month
The John P. Holland Division of the Ancient Order of Hibernians (AOH) in New London is inviting the faithful and the broader community to help launch Irish Heritage Month with a special “Green Mass” in honor of Saint Patrick, the Patron Saint of Ireland and the Diocese of Norwich. The Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, March 8, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. at Saint Patrick Cathedral in Norwich, with Bishop Richard F. Reidy as celebrant. Regional Irish American organizations are invited to participate, and Bishop Reidy will then lead them in the Norwich Irish Parade&nb...

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Young Adults Celebrate Mass with Bishop Reidy at UConn
“Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven.”   On a frigid evening, the Catholic community of the University of Connecticut at Storrs gave Bishop of Norwich Richard F. Reidy a warm welcome at the annual Young Adult Mass held on Sunday, February 1.  It was the bishop’s first time celebrating the Norwich diocese’s Young Adult Mass, and the Saint Thomas Aquinas Chapel on the UConn campus was almost filled to capacity for the occasion.  In his homily, Bishop Reidy acknowledged the challenges we all fac...

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Ice Skating with the Bishop Brings Community Together
   On Monday-January 19, families from across the diocese gathered at the Rose Garden Ice Arena in Norwich for Ice Skating with Bishop Richard Reidy, an afternoon filled with laughter, fellowship, and winter fun. More than 150 adults and young people attended, transforming the rink into a joyful scene of community and connection as people of all ages took to the ice together. Skaters of every skill level were welcomed and encouraged. Those new to ice skating especially enjoyed using skating “seals,” which helped learners stay upright while buildi...

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Sainthood Cause Opens for Adele Brice Who Witnessed First Approved U.S. Marian Apparitions
Adele Brice. | Credit: National Shrine of Our Lady of Champion   The Catholic Church has officially opened the cause for sainthood of Belgian immigrant Adele Brice, an illiterate woman who had visions of the Blessed Mother. In a decree by a Wisconsin bishop on Friday, the Catholic Church officially opened the cause for sainthood of a Belgian immigrant who had visions of the Blessed Mother. Adele Brice (1831–1896) couldn’t read or write, but she traveled the countryside of Wisconsin on foot teaching children and families about God. Brice is most ...

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Employment Opportunity: Operations Manager

Posted on February 03, 2026 in: News

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Employment Opportunity: Operations Manager
Employment Opportunity: Operations Manager St. Vincent de Paul Place, 120 Cliff Street, Norwich, a ministry of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Norwich, is seeking a mission-driven Operations Manager. This paid position helps ensure a safe, welcoming, and well-coordinated environment for all who come through our doors, supporting staff, volunteers, and community partners while upholding values of compassion, dignity, and service. Position Details Full-time preferred (part-time considered) Schedule includes Saturdays How to Apply To apply, please send a...

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