News & Events

Prayer for Peace​

O Lord God, we pray for peace and love in all the nations among all the people.  That all wars and hatred will end.  We pray for those who suffer from war, injustice and intolerance, for the children, young people, the poor and neglected ones.  We pray for peace in our life, lands, nations families and in our hearts.  Lord, give us world peace.  We ask your mercy in the name of our Lord, Jesus Crist. Amen.​​​​

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Prayer for Vocations​

"Heavenly Father, through all generations, You have chosen men to serve You by sharing in the Holy Priesthood of Christ, Your son.  We beg You to call men form our diocese to serve as priests at the alter, and to send Your Holy Spirit to help them discern Your call.  Give them understanding to know Your will and courage to follow it.  Pour out, too, Your grace upon women from our parishes to serve You in religious life, formed after the model of Our Blessed Mother.  We ask this through our eternal High Priest and King, Jesus Christ, our Lord.  Amen.​​​​​​​​

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​How to Evangelize

Listen to your friends' problems and take it one step further by offering to pray for and with them about their problems.  Show them that there is a God who loves them and wants to help them.

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​​​​​​​​Interfaith Council

We are looking for one or two volunteers for this ministry.  There is only one meeting per month, usually on the third Tuesday, and the main purpose is to both gather and share information with other local churches and synagogues.  Unfortunately, we recently lost two of our parishioners who represented this committee.  If you are interested in filling this position or would like or information, please contact Barbara Laliberte at 860-774-4176.

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​​CCD Classes

CCD classes will begin on Sunday, September 13th.  Classes will be held this year on the 2nd Sunday of the month from 9:15 to 10:45 am in the church basement at our Lady of LaSalette Church. Please contact the rectory at 860-774-6275 if you are interested.

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​​​​​​Eucharistic Adoration

"Could you not watch with me for one hour" Matthew 26:40. Every Wednesday from 8:30 am to 6:45 pm, we have a truly rewarding experience to sit with God for one hour each week, undisturbed by phones, traffic, appointments, etc. in Adoration at Our Lady of LaSalette Church.  It is an honor assigned to only chosen parishes with the commitment to keep company with God.  If you are interested in participating for one hour, please pick up and complete one of the forms available at the entrances of the church.

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Sanctuary Candle

The Sanctuary Candle is available and be purchased to light in honor of a loved one or for a special intention.  The donation is $20 for the week.  Please contact the rectory at 860-774-6275.

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​​​​​2026 ACA Bulletin Announcement Update

As of May 5, 2026, 30.65% of our parishioners with both churches combined have donated.  Thank you for your support of the Annual Catholic Appeal which provides funds for many of the pastoral, educational and charitable ministries within the Diocese of Norwich.  As we embark on our 2026 ACA, One Faith, One Family, we thank God for the strength and love we have received from him during this past year, when we, relying on our ONE FAITH, have uplifted our brothers and sisters in our ONE FAMILY.  There is still time to donate!  Our campaign year ends on December 31, 2026.  If you would like to make an additional gift, donation envelopes are still available within the church, or you can contact the Development Office at (860)886-1928 or go online to www.norwichdiocesedevelopment.org.  Please give prayerful consideration when contemplating your sacrificial gift to the appeal.  The future of our ministries depends on it.

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​​​Rachel Rosary

The third Tuesday of each month, come and pray the Project Rachel Rosary at St. Patrick's Cathedral, Norwich, with the Office of Faith Events.  The Project Rachel Rosary focuses on hope, healing and forgiveness for those affected by abortion and for an end to abortion.  Materials to pray with us will be provided.

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Furnace Fundraiser at Lourdes

For almost 150 years Our Lady of Lourdes has been a cornerstone of faith in our community.  Together we have worshipped, celebrated and supported one another.  I am reaching out to you to be a part of an important initiative to preserve and enhance Our Lady of Lourdes Church.  Our beloved church building has served us well, but our heating system is in urgent need of replacement.  The furnace in the basement is over 20 years old and has deteriorated quite a bit.  We have been told that it needs to be replaced and that the estimated cost is $15,000.  While this is a significant undertaking, I know that when we work together, we achieve great things.  I prayerfully ask you to consider a special donation to our "Repair and Renewal Fund" to help us reach our goal.  You can use the special repair envelope located at the entrance of the church and place it in the collection box.  Your donation will directly support our efforts to make a tangible impact on the furnace replacement.  On behalf of myself and your fellow parishioners, thank you for your generosity and commitment to our faith community.  Fr. Ben.

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​Calendar of Events

• CCD Classes September 13th, 2nd Sunday each month, 9:15 to 10:45 am

• Chess Club Monday, 10:00 am in the church basement

• La Salette Social Committee Tuesday, 11/3, 9:30 am in the church basement

• Knights of Columbus Wednesday, 11/4, 7:00 pm in the church basement

• Parish Council Meeting Thursday, October 8, Our Lady of Lasalette Church

• Novena September 11 to 19, Our Lady of LaSalette Church

• Fall Festival Sunday, September 13, Our Lady of Lourdes Church

• Harvest Festival September, Hampton Town Hall

• LaSalette Stitchers October 22, 10:00 am, church basement

• Rosary Novena September 29 to October 7 at Our Lady of Lourdes Church

• Highland Festival October 10, Brooklyn Fairgrounds

• Lasagna Dinner October 24, Our Lady of Lourdes Church, 4 to 6:00 pm

• Biblical Walk Through the Mass Bible Study November 4, 6:45 to 8:30 pm, LaSalette Basement

• Wreath Making November 29, Our Lady of Lourdes Church 1:00 to 4:00 pm

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​​​​​St. Joseph's School Registration

St. Joseph School Fall Registration has opened.  SJS offers master level teachers and small classes where fun, learning, and our Catholic faith go hand in hand.  Pre-K is open to all children 3 and 4 who are fully potty-trained.  Tuition is $5,000.  Kindergarten is open to all students who turn 5 by December 31, 2026.  Tuition is $4,500.  Special Note:  Per diocesan policy, active parishioners are given $1,000 parish subsidy per student once the Parish Affiliation has been approved by Paster.  Sibling discounts and financial aid is available.  Please call 860-822-6141 or e-mail gkingston@stjosephschoolbaltic.com to schedule a tour.

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She Shall Be Called Woman

Our Chrch will be aving a program for woman called:  She Shall Be called Woman is a place to both give and receive, a Transformative Journey.  Season One Masterpiece of Creation where each Session offers:  Encounter:  SHE provides a clear view of God's vision for His daughters and the relationship He desires to have with us.  Message:  "The speakers were outstanding and their talks were inspiring and relatable. What a great experience."  Fellowship:  "I loved being with other like-minded women and having the opportunity to engage in relevant discussions."  Program will be held at Our Lady of LaSalette Church, Brooklyn, CT in the Church basement starting Monday evening, 9/14/26 from 6:30 to 8 pm: 6:30 Fellowship, 7:00 Video presentation, 7:30 small group, 8 pm dismissal.  Please register by calling Deirdre Clark at 860-949-0591, deirdre.clark@me.com.  Season Two:  Ten Virtues of Mary is coming this Spring.

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40 Days of Life​​

Once again, we are engaged in the 40 Days for Life Campaign across our Diocese to help save innocent babies' lives.   Information on the Peaceful Prayer Vigil is at the entrances of the Church.

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​​Bible study

"A biblical Walk Through the Mass" by Edward Sri is a new Bible Study that will be offered at Our Lady of LaSalette on Wednesdays for a four-week program beginning on October 7th from 6:45 to 8:00 pm in the church basement.  The study will be held on October 7th, 14th, 21st and 28th.  For more information or to register, please call David Meunier at 860-377-0784.

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​Acts Connecticut

Are you a man searching for a greater connection to the Lord?  Are you looking to strengthen your faith?  If so, an ACTS retreat is what you are looking for.  An ACTS retreat is a 3-day, 3-night Catholic led retreat, presented by men who have experienced all that this retreat offers.  Not only will you leave with a greater understanding of your faith, but you will also create a lasting brotherhood within your church communities.  The retreat begins Thursday evening, November 5th with a 5:00 pm check-in at St. Mary's Church, 1600 Main Street, Coventry, CT 06238, and will end Sunday, November 8th at the 10:30 Mass at St. Mary's in Coventry.  The cost of the retreat is $295 and a deposit of $100 made payable to ACTS Willimantic Core will reserve your space.  For more information, there are brochures located at the entrance of the church or contact Eric Roy at 860-372-9122 or actsct.org.

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All Soul's Day

During the month of November, we remember in a special way in our prayers all those who have died.  If you would like to add a loved one to the list for All Soul's Day, please submit their names in the offertory envelope and place it in the collection basket.

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Pro-Life Mass

The monthly Pro-Life mass will take place at the Cathedral of Saint Patrick, 213 Broadway, Norwich, on Saturday, November 7, at 8:30 am.  Please join our Celebrant, Rev. Walter Nagle at Mass as we pray to end abortion and for the healing of those who have had an abortion.

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Coats for Kids

The Knights of Columbus, Mystical Rose, Council 49 will be conducting our annual coat drive beginning next Sunday, October 18 and running through Sunday, November 22.  There will also be a one-day collection for coats only on November 1 in the LaSalette basement from 8 am to 9pm.  Collection bins will be located in both churches.  Slightly used coats, blankets, hats, mittens/gloves are welcome.  Thank you for your help as we work to clothe those in need during the winter months.

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​Catechists Needed

We are in need of a few more catechists for 2026-2027.  Come join us in September through April on the 2nd and 3rd Sunday of each month from 9:15 am to 10:45 am.  Confirmed and our faithful parishioners make great additions to our small sized classes.  A background check is required, and on-line training is about 1 to 2 hours total to complete.  Please reach out to the Director of Religious Education, Rebecca, with any interest or questions (860)377-0387.  Thank you for this consideration to keep our Faith Formation at LaSalette and Lourdes going.  

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Giving Tree

Once again, we will be setting up our Giving Tree on the first weekend in Advent.  The tree will hold tags with requests for gifts for those in need.  If you, or anyone you know, need help and could use some support from our parish, please create a wish list and send it in to the rectory.  We will need your name and phone number, ages of recipients, size if appropriate, and gifts requested.  All requests must be submitted by Monday, November 23.  We will do our best to fulfill all requests.

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Malta & Sicily

Fr. Ben would like parishioners to join him on a trip from April 18 to 27, 2027 to Malta and Sicily.  Cost per person is $3,800 double occupancy for 8 nights and 10 days.  Places that will be visited are Malta - Valletta, Island of Gozo, Sicily - Syracuse, Catania, Zafferana Etnea, Palermo Monreale and Cefalu.  There is a trip extension to Rome for 3 additional nights with an added cost for $750.  Please contact Fr. Ben via phone 860-481-2880 or e-mail at bvinjoe@gmail.com.