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Join Us for a Journey with Mary through Her Seven Sorrows

Posted on December 29, 2023 in: Events, Around the Diocese

Join Us for a Journey with Mary through Her Seven Sorrows

If you are seeking to find hope, strength, and comfort from a loss, burden or sorrow- a virtual seven-week program that will explore each of the seven sorrows of Mary’s life and the message of strength and encouragement each one contains. The program will meet online on Monday nights from 7-8:15 P.M. January 8, 15, 22, 29, and February 5, 12, and 19, 2024. Each week will include a reflection on one of Mary’s sorrows, guided prayer imagery, and discussion. The program is free, but registration is required. To do so, or, for more information, contact the Catholic Family Services Office, at 860-848-2237, Ext. 312, or email mmclaughlin@norwichdiocese.net.

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Posted on January 06, 2025 in: News, Events

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Honoring Vision and Leadership in the Catholic Church

The Diocese of Norwich proudly announces the Our Lady, Queen of Hope Award, which celebrates the extraordinary contributions of women of faith within our diocesan community. Named after Mary, our Blessed Mother and role model in faith, this award recognizes women who exemplify vision, leadership, and hope in the Catholic Church. Award Details: The recipient will receive an award and a check for $200, made payable to the Catholic charity, parish, or diocesan ministry of her choice. Nominee Criteria: Nominees should embody the following qualities: Strong fai...

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To Jesus Through Mary — A Marian Discernment Retreat

Posted on December 30, 2024 in: Events, Vocations

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To Jesus Through Mary A Marian Discernment Retreat February 7-9, 2025 OPPORTUNITY FOR: Daily Mass Sacrament of Reconciliation Prayer with the Sisters Silent prayer Marian conferences on discernment Recreation with the Sisters JOIN US AS WE DIVE DEEPER INTO DISCERNMENT IN UNION WITH OUR BLESSED MOTHER. MAY HER FIAT GUIDE YOURS! For single women ages 18-33 discerning religious life Friday, February 7th at 6:30 PM - Sunday, February 9th at 10:00 AM Register by January 20th: https://sistersofcharity.com/discernment-retreat/ F...

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The Norwich Diocesan Women’s Conference invites you to Dinner with Jesus

Posted on January 07, 2025 in: Events

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The Norwich Diocesan Women’s Conference invites you to Dinner with Jesus with Retreat Leader Lisa Irish “How are we the Image of Christ” Lisa is a chaplain, published author, retreat speaker and spiritual director. March 19, 2025 5:30-9:00 P.M. Great Neck Country Club 28 Lamphere Rd, Waterford CT 06385 Tickets are $70 Register : faithevents@norwichdiocese.net Make checks payable to: ACA Send to OFE 331 Main Ave. Norwich, CT 06360

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Big Laughs for a Big Cause: 2nd Annual Comedy Night to Benefit Amazing Grace Food Pantry

Posted on January 09, 2025 in: News, Around the Diocese

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Big Laughs for a Big Cause: 2nd Annual Comedy Night to Benefit Amazing Grace Food Pantry

Four Acclaimed National Comedians to Perform at 2nd Annual “Comedy, Charity, Community” Night at Wesleyan University, Friday, January 24th, to benefit Amazing Grace Food Pantry St. Vincent de Paul Middletown (SVDM) in partnership with Wesleyan University’s Robert F. Schumann Institute of the Bailey College of the Environment is proud to present a night of “Comedy, Charity, Community” on Friday, January 24, 2025, from 6 to 9 p.m. at. Wesleyan University’s Fayerweather Building, Beckham Hall, 55 Wyllys Ave, Middletown. Tickets ($69) a...

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What Had I Gotten Myself Into?

Posted on January 09, 2025 in: Events, Marriage

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Sixteen years ago, my wife, Mary-Jo, was approaching a significant birthday. I wanted to do something special for her. I asked our youngest daughter what she thought her mom would want. She immediately responded, “A Marriage Encounter Experience. Haven’t you been listening to her?” That really caught my attention, as I guess I hadn’t truly been listening to Mary-Jo. So, after a little online research, I discovered that there was a weekend coming up a couple of weeks after her birthday. After checking the UConn men’s basketball schedule and seei...

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