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Discipleship Begins with Accepting God’s Unconditional Love
“The most difficult part of being a disciple is accepting that we are loved, wholly, completely and tenderly by God,” Sr. Elissa Rinere, CP, told participants at the 11th Diocesan Women’s Conference that focused on the theme of Women as disciples. “God’s love is given t...

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Fed by Our Faith - Hope and Faith Video Series
April 14, 2021 This week on the Hope and Faith Series; Liza Roach, Youth and Young Adult Minister, speaks about the Easter blessing of being fed by the Catholic Faith. To see past videos or more articles on Faith, visit NorwichDiocese.org/FaithSparks

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Confession Cleanses Us from Sin
Sacraments 101: Confession, Part I Life is often thought of as a kind of journey. Far from being something static or stagnant, our lives are constantly subject to change, growth, decay, and all other kinds of movement. For us as Catholics, one of the most common images used to describe life here ...

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We Are an Easter People and Alleluia is Our Song!
How exciting, it is Easter!  We return to the rituals at Mass that come with this season. One of my favorites is the singing of the “Alleluia.” Once again, we say out loud, “Alleluia, Christ has risen.”  Did you ever pause to wonder what the word alleluia means?&...

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Employment Opportunities in the Diocese of Norwich
Looking for a job? We have a number of open positions that can be found at  NorwichDiocese.org/Employment.   The updated page includes listings for several employment opportunities within the diocese.   Food Pantry Manager - St. Vincent de Paul Place, Norwich &nb...

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During the Easter season the Regina Caeli replaces the noon Angelus. Share this prayer with your community during this Easter.  

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Diocesan Woman Honored for Vision and Leadership
At the 10th anniversary Diocesan Women’s Conference held in March, Bishop Michael Cote honored Elizabeth Percy for her vision and leadership in the Church by presenting her with the newly created Our Lady, Queen of Hope Award. Percy is a parishioner at Our Lady Queen of Peace Parish in Coventr...

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Hidden to Our Senses - Bishop Cote's Easter Message
April 2021 Four County Catholic Hidden to Our Senses “The two recounted what had taken place on the way and how He was made known to them in the breaking of the bread.” Luke 24:35 Dear Brothers and Sisters in the Risen Lord, One of the most interesting and often puzzling a...

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Easter Joy- Hope and Faith Video Series
April 7, 2021 This week on the Hope and Faith Series, Marianne, Administrative Assistant for the Office of Faith Events, speaks about our Easter joy. To see past videos or more articles on Faith, visit NorwichDiocese.org/FaithSparks

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Action Alert: Human Trafficking Bill Before State Legislators
  Below is an Action Alert message from "The Underground" regarding Human Trafficking and House Bill No. 6657. Please consider showing support for this bill by sending a letter to your house member. A sample letter is provided below that you can cut and paste. Your participation is...

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Catholic School Employment Opportunities Now Available
There are several current education-related employment opportunities available in Catholic schools across the diocese. These openings include classroom teaching, subject-area teaching, early childhood education and classroom support positions. Current school postings include opportunities at St. Michael School in Pawcatuck, St. Joseph School in New London, Saint Patrick Cathedral School in Norwich, St. James School in Danielson and Saint John Paul II School in Middletown. Recently posted openings include: Part-Time Music Teacher — St. Michael School, Pawcatuc...

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Bishop Reidy Joins Norwich July 4 Freedom Bell Ceremony — Public is Invited to the Free celebration at City Hall.
Bishop Reidy to Offer Prayer at Norwich Freedom Bell Ceremony Public is Invited to the free celebration at City Hall NORWICH, Conn. — The Most Reverend Richard F. Reidy, Bishop of Norwich, will offer a prayer during the City of Norwich’s Ringing of the Freedom Bell ceremony on Saturday, July 4, 2026. The event will take place from 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. in room 335 on the third floor at City Hall, 100 Broadway, Norwich. The program will take place indoors due to forecast extreme heat, and then only the ringing of the Freedom Bell will happen outdoo...

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Padre Pio Statue Appears to Weep Blood in Italian Parish
Santa Maria delle Grazie (Our Lady of Grace) parish in the small Italian town of Casalba has found itself in the media spotlight after a statue of St. Padre Pio appeared to show a tear of blood trickling down its face. The discovery was made in April, when a parishioner noticed an unusual detail on the face of the saint from Pietrelcina: A reddish tear, resembling blood, appeared to be falling from its left eye. The news quickly reached the parish priest, Father Girolamo Capuano, who went to the church to verify what had happened and attempt, without success, to clean...

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Catholic Public Policy Office Celebrates Legislative Wins
The Connecticut Catholic Public Affairs Conference had a successful 2026 legislative session, helping defeat efforts to expand abortion rights, weaken protections for Catholic hospitals and schools, and restrict vacation Bible schools. “Like all advocacy groups, the conference depends greatly on those who respond to our action alerts and contact their elected representatives and submit testimony,” says Deacon David Reynolds, the Conference’s associate director of public policy. “Thanks to the hard work of faithful citizens who did their part, we w...

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Pope Leo XIV: Writing Is an Act of Humanity That Leads to God
The pope met with authors to mark the 100th anniversary of the Vatican Publishing House. Pope Leo XIV this week emphasized the importance of writing, describing it as a human expression of truth that ultimately leads to God. In an audience with a group of authors on June 24, Leo discussed the enduring value of literature amid rapid digitalization. In his remarks, he urged authors to inspire readers to seek truth through their work. The encounter between the pope and writers marked the 100th anniversary of the Vatican Publishing House, also known as Librer...

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Catholic Scholar Says Classical Learning Can Help Renew America
Author and professor calls on Catholics to revive American culture through faith and classical learning. ANN ARBOR, Michigan — Catholics should be proud of their contributions to the United States, especially for the intellectual tradition inherited from philosophers, theologians, and saints who contributed to the ideas leading to the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution, author and Hillsdale College Professor Matthew Mehan told EWTN News leading up to the 250th anniversary of the nation. Mehan is associate dean and professor of government ...

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