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Bishop Richard Reidy will celebrate a special Red, White & Blue Mass on Sunday, November 15, at 9:00 AM at the Cathedral of St. Patrick in Norwich to honor the service women and men of our nation. Service members and veterans process behind the cross. The Mass will honor those who serve for their selfless dedication to God and country, recognize their sacrifices and those of their families, and commemorate those who have made the ultimate sacrifice. This year’s Mass is also held in celebration of our nation’s 250th birthday. All Are Welcome ...

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Families and parishioners across the diocese are invited to celebrate a special Whole Diocese St. Nicholas Day gathering on Sunday, December 6, 2026. Hosted at St. Bridget of Kildare in Moodus, the event will run from 12:15 PM to 2:15 PM, providing an uplifting afternoon of community and prayerful reflection as faithful of all ages prepare their hearts for the Advent season. Designed to help families center their holiday traditions on the true meaning of the season, the event features four engaging activity centers aimed at focusing our Advent on Jesus.   ...

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Evangelization & Discipleship Ministry Diocese of Norwich Announces Virtual Advent Mission 2026: "Celebrating Advent Through Art" Join an online two-night spiritual journey exploring patience, joy, and reflection through sacred art. As the faithful prepare their hearts for the Christmas season, the Evangelization & Discipleship Ministry of the Diocese of Norwich has announced its upcoming online event, the Virtual Advent Mission 2026. Titled "Celebrating Advent Through Art," the two-night program invites participants to deepen their ...

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Men's Recovery Ministry Upcoming 11th Step Retreat for Men Offers Spiritual Grounding Ahead of the Holiday Season Participants in recovery are invited to join Fr. Tom Hoar, SSE, for a specialized weekend retreat focused on personal growth, reflection, and lasting stability. Navigating the period between Thanksgiving and the New Year can present unique obstacles for individuals in recovery. To help maintain balance and intentional grounding before the busy holiday schedule begins, a special upcoming program offers a dedicated space to pause, reflect, and est...

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November 5, 2026 Richard F. Reidy, Bishop of Norwich, has made the following clergy and diocesan appointments in the Diocese of Norwich   CLERGY APPOINTMENT   Reverend Arul Sahayam Joseph, new to Diocese, to Our Lady Queen of Peace Parish-St. Mary, Coventry; St. Thomas Aquinas, Storrs. Effective:  November 2, 2026.                                                                 &nb...

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Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center Christmas Exhibition Highlights Animals of the Nativity Menagerie at the Manger: The Creatures of Christmas is on view at the Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center in New Haven from Nov. 7 through Feb. 7, 2027. NEW HAVEN, Conn. — The Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center is celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ this season by highlighting the animals of the Nativity in an exhibit titled Menagerie at the Manger: The Creatures of Christmas. The exhibition explores the variety of animals featured in Nativity ...

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