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We Can Help. Promise to Protect-Pledge to Heal

Posted on November 01, 2019 in: Office for Safe Environments

We Can Help To report inappropriate contact of any kind by a representative of the Diocese of Norwich or for assistance for victims, please call The Diocesan Reporting Line @ 1-800-624-7407 If the incident involves a minor (persons under the age of 18), you must also call: State of Con...

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All Souls Prayer

Posted on October 31, 2019 in: News

November 2 is the Commemoration of All of the Faithful Departed or All Souls. On this day, we pray that all those who have died— our loved ones, and also those people around the world — that through the mercy of God, will rest in peace. Merciful Father, On this day, we are...

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Love, Prayer, AllSouls

Dead Theologians Society

Posted on October 29, 2019 in: News

The ‘Memento Mori’ Youth Group Denver, Colo. (CNA) - When Eddie Cotter Jr. was a youth minister in the diocese of Orlando, Florida, he had his students watch the 1989 film “Dead Poets Society.” The movie stars the late and widely beloved Robin Williams, who plays an ecc...

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youth, AllSouls, Saints, AllSaints

Updated Guide to Church Bazaar and Craft Fairs

Posted on October 29, 2019 in: News

Use the Handy List Below to See Where All the Best Church Bazaars and Craft Fairs are Being Held Throughout the Diocese. You Can Also Add Events to Your Google Calendar from Ours. November 2 Holiday Bazaar St. Patrick Church, East Hampton 9am-2pm Knick-kna...

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Married Couples Renew Vows at Anniversary Mass

Posted on October 29, 2019 in: News, Marriage

By Ryan Blessing Loving husbands and wives married for 25, 50 and even 63 years joined hands with their spouse and renewed their commitment to each other before the Lord at the special Anniversary Mass on Sunday, October 27. John and Jane Sterry, married on June 30, 1956, stood with other coup...

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Marriage, Norwich, Mass, Catholic

Busy Weekend for Pro-Life Activities

Posted on October 28, 2019 in: 40DaysForLife, ProLife

There are a number of Pro-Life activities going on throughout the state this weekend. The monthly Diocesan Pro-Life Mass will take place at the Cathedral of St. Patrick in Norwich on Saturday, November 2 at 8:30 A.M. Please join our celebrant Fr. Ray Introvigne at Mass as we pra...

The Hallowed Tradition of Cemetery Masses

Posted on October 28, 2019 in: News

By Christine Rousselle Mobile, Ala., Oct 31, 2019 (CNA) - The end of October and the first few days of November comprise of “Allhallowtide” in the Church--All Hallows Eve, All Saints Day, and All Souls Day. During the month of November, the Church takes special notice to rem...

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Mass, Catholic

Turning 40 in Style

Posted on October 24, 2019 in: News

St. Vincent de Paul Place (SVdPP) hosted a celebration and open house Thursday, October 10th to showcase its facility and many services. Volunteers, clients and friends were treated to tours, fellowship and food. The ministry, now housed on Cliff Street in the former St. Joseph ...

Photo Gallery: Mass For Firefighters and EMS

Posted on October 24, 2019 in: News

Firefighters and EMS personnel from throughout the Diocese and beyond came to the Cathedral of St. Patrick in Norwich Sunday, October 20, for the annual Mass for Firefighters and EMS. Members of departments from Norwich, Danielson, Cromwell, Groton and elsewhere, including Rhode Island, att...

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All Souls Prayer

Posted on October 24, 2019 in: Reflections

November 2 is the Commemoration of All of the Faithful Departed, or All Souls. On this day, we pray that all those who have died— our loved ones, and also those people around the world who we will never meet— through the mercy of God, will rest in peace. Merciful Father, On this da...

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Catholic, Souls

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Posted on October 03, 2024 in: Events, Around the Diocese

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Pope Francis Bestows a Blessing on Cathedral of St. Patrick

Posted on September 26, 2024 in: News

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Pope Francis Bestows a Blessing on Cathedral of St. Patrick

The Holy Father Francis cordially imparts the requested Apostolic Blessing to the Rector Rev. Msgr. Anthony S. Rosaforte and all the faithful of the Saint Patrick Cathedral on the occasion of the 145th Dedication Anniversary of the Church and, through the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary, invokes an abundance of divine graces. Norwich, Connecticut ~ September 28, 2024 As the Diocese of Norwich celebrates the 145th anniversary of the dedication of St. Patrick Church on September 28th, we reflect on the history and significance of this remarkable bui...

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Find Hope in the Land of Loss: Trust Your Grieving Heart

Posted on October 09, 2024 in: Bereavement Support, Events, Around the Diocese

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Find Hope in the Land of Loss: Trust Your Grieving Heart

Hope in the Land of Loss: Trust Your Grieving Heart Church of the Holy Family, Hebron Catholic Community of the Good Shepherd Sunday, November 3, 2024 | 5:30 PM Guest Speaker: Lisa Irish, MEd, MA, BCC As All Souls' Day approaches, we are reminded of the profound importance of remembering and honoring our loved ones who have gone before us. It is a time when our hearts are tender, and our need for comfort is great. In response to the deep and ongoing need for compassionate support during times of loss, the Catholic Community of the Good Shepherd is offering a s...

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Let There Be Fun: Archbishop Coyne Blesses Saint Patrick Cathedral School's New Playground

Posted on October 03, 2024 in: School News

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Let There Be Fun: Archbishop Coyne Blesses Saint Patrick Cathedral School's New Playground

The children of Saint Patrick Cathedral School in Norwich were all smiles on the morning of September 30th, when they attended the blessing and dedication of the school's new playground. Archbishop Christopher J. Coyne, Apostolic Administrator for the diocese, took delight in blessing the new playground, which was installed over a period of several weeks. The playground area received a complete makeover, with new slides and climbing equipment, a new mulch bed surrounding it and new picnic tables. Attending with the archbishop were Rev. Msgr. A...

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Nuclear Engineer Says Latest Research Confirms First-Century Date of Shroud of Turin

Posted on October 03, 2024 in: News

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Nuclear Engineer Says Latest Research Confirms First-Century Date of Shroud of Turin

For centuries Christians have attributed a first-century date to the Shroud of Turin. Nuclear engineer Robert Rucker says that his latest research on the shroud verifies that. “The Shroud of Turin is the second-most valuable possession of the human race next to the Bible itself,” Rucker told CNA. The shroud is currently preserved in the Chapel of the Holy Shroud adjacent to St. John the Baptist Cathedral in Turin (Torino), Italy. For more than 10 years, Rucker has studied the physics of the disappearance of the body of Jesus and its imprint on the shr...

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A Prayerful Witness - 40 Days for Life Begins

Posted on September 25, 2024 in: News, 40DaysForLife, ProLife

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A Prayerful Witness - 40 Days for Life Begins

Homilist, Rev. Brian Maxwell delivers an inspiring message at the September 24th vigil Mass to kick off the 40 Days for Life campaign in the Diocese of Norwich. This year, the 40 DAYS FOR LIFE campaign runs from Wednesday, September 25th through Sunday, November 3rd. It is hoped that you will join pro-life people of all faiths by praying, fasting, and signing up to attend the 40 DAYS FOR LIFE peaceful prayer vigil held outside Planned Parenthood, 12 Case St., Norwich. Never done it before? There’s nothing to be afraid of. It’s not a protest. Here&rsquo...

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