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Keeping and Re-building Your Faith This Summer
Adults and children feel some responsibilities lift as the school year comes to an end and we swing into summer with all its sunshine, barbecues and fun. Some are saying this summer, in particular, will be a “summer of revenge” because they are finally feeling the weight of the Covid-19 ...

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We are Called to ‘Play’ Well Together
One thing I learned from my experience playing team sports in high school was that personal excellence translates to team excellence when individuals perform excellently together (as a team). It’s not enough for players to play well individually. They have to play well together to succeed.&nbs...

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Norwich Diocesan Cemetery Corporation is Hiring
Do you or someone you know like to work outdoors?   Seasonal Cemetery Field Worker Seasonal Employee: Operates cord trimmer, trims grass around monuments, markers, and other obstructions, assists with general maintenance and other related duties as assigned. Pay depends on experience...

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Texas School Shooting: US Catholic Bishops Lament ‘Epidemic of Evil and Violence’
The U.S. Catholic bishops said on Tuesday that the country was facing an “epidemic of evil and violence” after a gunman killed 19 children and two adults at an elementary school in Texas. In a statement issued on May 24, the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) urged citizens t...

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'God is Always with Me' - Hope & Faith Video Series
This week on the Hope and Faith Series, Deacon Bill Hermann from Divine Mercy Community in Uncasville speaks about how his military service and faith connect. View previous videos or more articles on Faith by visiting NorwichDiocese.org/FaithSparks    

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Saint Vincent de Paul Place, Norwich, has Volunteer Opportunities
Saint Vincent de Paul Place, Norwich, is looking for volunteers for various needs. Check out the below opportunities to lend your time and talents: St. Vincent de Paul Place is looking for summer volunteers.   Educators / college students consider helping at SVdPP once a week for the summ...

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Judge Blocks Auction of Dorothy's 'Wizard of Oz Dress,' over Catholic University's Objections
Catholic News Agency  The Catholic University of America cannot auction a dress from the Wizard of Oz until a court resolves a legal challenge about its ownership, a federal judge has said. The university had scheduled an auction of the dress worn by Judy Garland for the classic movie in ...

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Birdies for Charity to Benefit Catholic Charities
We are excited to announce our 2022 partnership with the Travelers Championship Birdies for Charity program. Birdies for Charity is a giving platform where nonprofits simply solicit donations and receive a 15% bonus on every dollar raised thanks to Webster Bank! So make your donation go even furt...

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Catholic Charities Teams up with Mothers' Milk Bank Northeast
With the current shortage of baby formula, more and more moms are considering donating their breast milk to Mothers' Milk Bank Northeast. The New London office of Catholic Charities is a Milk Bank Depot for moms wishing to make a lifesaving donation. Mothers’ Milk Bank Northeast, a...

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Saint Bernard School Summer Studies Program: “Become a Summer Saint” 
Saint Bernard School will continue its third year of the comprehensive Summer Studies Program. This program has been designed to provide academic enrichment and to build skills in many subject areas. It offers something for every student and all students in grades 6-12 are welcome. All participants ...

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Posted on March 06, 2025 in: Events, Around the Diocese

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Pope Francis Names New Bishop for the Diocese of Norwich
Pope Francis Names New Bishop for the Diocese of Norwich Reverend Monsignor Richard F. Reidy Appointed as Sixth Bishop   NORWICH, CT – The Diocese of Norwich joyfully welcomes the appointment of Bishop-elect Richard F. Reidy as its sixth bishop. Pope Francis made the official announcement today at noon in Rome (6:00 a.m. Eastern Time). Bishop-elect Reidy comes to Norwich from the Diocese of Worcester, Massachusetts, where he has served faithfully in various pastoral and administrative roles, most recently as Vicar General. His extensive experience in ...

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Bishop-elect Reidy Pledges Outreach and Healing in First Public Remarks
In his first public appearance as the newly appointed Bishop-elect of the Diocese of Norwich, Monsignor Richard F. Reidy spoke candidly about his unexpected appointment, the challenges facing the diocese, and his commitment to its people. Addressing members of the media at the chancery on Wednesday morning, February 12, Bishop-elect Reidy recounted the moment he received the phone call from Cardinal Christophe Pierre, the apostolic nuncio to the United States. “He told me the Holy Father would like to appoint me to Norwich,” Bishop-elect Reidy said. “I was...

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Press Release: Joint Statement Regarding Agreement Establishing Compensation Fund
DIOCESE OF NORWICH AND CLERGY SEXUAL ABUSE SURVIVORS REACH AGREEMENT ESTABLISHING COMPENSATION FUND FOR SURVIVORS AS DIOCESE SEEKS TO EXIT CHAPTER 11 Joint Statement from the Roman Catholic Diocese of Norwich, Official Committee of Unsecured Creditors, the Association of Parishes of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Norwich, and Catholic Mutual Relief Society of America Norwich, CT, February 14, 2025– The Diocese of Norwich, the Official Committee of Unsecured Creditors, the Association of Parishes, and Catholic Mutual Relief Society of America are pleased to announ...

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Pope Francis’ Message for Lent 2025

Posted on February 25, 2025 in: News, Lent

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Pope Francis’ Message for Lent 2025
In his message for Lent 2025, Pope Francis emphasized the importance of living one’s life as a constant journey of conversion, choosing to walk in peace and hope aside one’s fellow humans. “May the hope that does not disappoint, the central message of the jubilee, be the focus of our Lenten journey toward the victory of Easter,” the pope said in the message, released Tuesday.  He also quoted St. Paul’s exclamation in the first letter to the Corinthians: “Death has been swallowed up in victory. Where, O death, is your victory? W...

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Laugh, Think, Cry, and Pray — Reconnecting with Faith This Lent
An Unforgettable Speech I had the privilege of working at ESPN for 13 years, and during that time, I witnessed some incredible moments that transcended sports. One of the most powerful was Jim Valvano—Jimmy V—delivering his unforgettable speech at the 1993 ESPY Awards. Battling cancer, he spoke about what makes a good day: “Number one is laugh. You should laugh every day. Number two is think, you should spend some time in thought. And number three is you should have your emotions moved to tears. Could be happiness or joy, but think about it. If you lau...

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