Catholic Charities, Diocese of Norwich is proud to present Parenting Education 101. This is a great way to come together to learn new skill sets to become the best possible parent!  Join us for this FREE 6 week series held at our New London location. Please call 860-443-5328 for more information and to register! 3  

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Save the Date Come and celebrate 99 years of Providing Help & Creating Hope for our neighbors in need at our Hope Anchors the Soul Gala, on April 18, 2020. An evening of cocktails, dinner, dancing and a silent auction are part of the gala.    Through Catholic Charities, Diocese of Norwich, our community becomes stronger with your help!  For more information, call (860) 889-8346 ext. 285.    

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Providing Help, and Creating Hope this Christmas Season Thanks to The Day newspaper, and generous donations provided by the community, Catholic Charities, Diocese of Norwich was able to “Make a Difference” and give a memorable Christmas to a family of six. The family has gone through hardships and requested the help of Catholic Charities to secure housing and obtain basic needs services.  Case workers and staff members worked tirelessly to ensure the family’s stability and security. On Tuesday, December 24, the Agency received the visit of the w...

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                During this season of giving and sharing, Catholic Charities, Diocese of Norwich would like to thank the students, faculty, and staff of St. Thomas Moore School for the generous donation of gift cards for Christmas. The donation this year helped many families in Eastern CT. St. Thomas More School has opened their hearts and sent donations which enabled Catholic Charities to continue its mission of Providing Help and Creating Hope to those most in need in our community.   ...

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This December, the Knights of Columbus, Our Lady of Perpetual Help Council 5633 generously donated coats for boys, girls men and women who come to Catholic Charities in need. During this winter season, we see so many individuals and families who are struggling to meet their most basic needs.  The donation of coats is truly a blessing and will help keep our clients warm and dry, especially during this time of the year.  Catholic Charities is extremely grateful to the Knights of Columbus, Our Lady of Perpetual Help Council 5633 for their continued support!

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Last week, The Chelsea Groton Foundation awarded a $15,000 grant to Catholic Charities’ Intensive Case Management/ Emergency Basic Needs program which offers assistance with food, shelter, clothing, utilities, prescription assistance and emergency transportation to people in need.  The program also offers assistance with planning the transition to self-reliance when a health issue, loss of employment or a home, has left families up-ended.  The Chelsea Groton Foundation understands the value of giving, and their generosity will make a pathway of light for oth...

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On Monday, November 18, Catholic Charities welcomed clients and families to their annual Thanksgiving turkey distribution with fixings at our Norwich, Willimantic, and New London offices. The agency distributed turkeys and chickens supplemented with gravy, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, stuffing mix, green beans, and crescent rolls to over 220 families. Happiness ensued as shopping bags filled with these goods, and people secured traditional ingredients for the yearly feast.    Through the emergency food pantry program, Catholic Charities puts tens of thousa...

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On November 15, 2019, Dr. Christopher Lipinski was invested into the Order of Malta. The investiture took place at St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New York City during the Solemn Mass of Investiture celebrated by Cardinal Seán Patrick O’Malley, OFM Cap, Archbishop of Boston. Dr. Lipinski was invested with 70 Knights and Dames into the Sovereign Order of Malta, American Association. Founded in 1099, the Order of Malta is more than 900 years old and runs hospitals, medical centers, nursing homes and hospice care. From its origin and throughout history, it has emp...

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Catholic Charities embarks on its 99th anniversary of Providing Help & Creating Hope to those most in need throughout Eastern Connecticut.  Our rich history of ministering to people of all faiths, during their time of crisis, is the foundation of the work that we do each and every day. For 99 years, Catholic Charities has continued to love the most vulnerable, of every faith and background, right here in Eastern Connecticut.  That love remains the clearest evidence of God’s grace in our lives.  After so many years, people certainly know Catholic ...

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Catholic Charities, Norwich will be sponsoring a monthly pregnancy support group! Pregnant women and new mothers of children ages birth to 1, will meet once a month in our Norwich office located at 331 Main Street.  Each month a different topic will be covered.  Topics include: "I'm Pregnant, and what can I expect", Breastfeeding, Solid food, Parenting tips, etc.  There will be time for questions and open discussion along with a raffle!  Please call 860-889-8346 ext. 265 to sign up for this group! 

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Catholic Charities would like to thank St. John Church and the Divine Mercy Faith Community for the recent Baby Shower which was held at St. John Church.  We are so grateful for all the items collected, especially the beautiful handmade blankets.  This  donation will be well utilized by our Intensive Case Management Program which serves all those in crisis.  Our greatest joy is when families come to us needing help, and we are able to provide them with whatever their needs might be. The support of St. John Church and the Divine Mercy Faith Community m...

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Catholic Charities would like to express our thankfullness to the Knights of Columbus, Our Lady of Perpetual Help Council Number 5633 in Niantic for the generous $250.00 donation to Catholic Charities to help provide assistance to individuals and families living in the Diocese of Norwich.  Catholic Charities has had a presence in the area since 1921, making it one of the oldest social service agencies in the region.  We have a strong commitment to assist those most in need, as well as supporting, strengthening and empowering them to attain the highest level of ...

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A Great Day for a Swing and a Prayer!  Catholic Charities held its 14th Annual Golf Tournament at Fox Hopyard Golf Club in East Haddam and it was one of the best tournaments on record!  Bishop Michael Cote, who was an honorary guest, participated in the Tournament.  Other members of the clergy who played in the Tournament were Monsignor Les Janik, Father Kevin Reilly, and Father Greg Galvin. All participants enjoyed an amazing catered lunch sponsored by A Beautiful Company and Cahill & Associates Financial Services, LLC, before brief remarks fr...

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Catholic Charities would like to thank the following community businesses and our local parishes for their support as sponsors for our 14th Annual Golf Tournament.  Proceeds from the event allow us to continue our mission of Providing Help & Creating Hope to those most in need throughout Eastern Connecticut.  Thank you again for your support!  Platinum Sponsorship- ShopRite Stores - The Capano Family   Gold Sponsorship- Conway, Londregan, Sheehan & Monaco, P.C.   Silver Sponsorship- Knights of Columbus, Supreme Council...

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Catholic Charities would like to thank the Knights of Columbus Seaside Council 17 for the generous $500.00 donation to Catholic Charities to help those most in need in the New London area.  Catholic Charities has had a presence in the area since 1921, making it one of the oldest social service agencies in the region.  We have a strong commitment to assist those most in need, as well as supporting, strengthening and empowering them to attain the highest level of self-sufficiency through education and enrichment.  It is because of the ongoing partnerships we...

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