News & Events

Prayer for Peace​

God of Peace, in this time of turmoil, we turn to you with hearts longing for peace.  As fear grips us, we ask for your blessed assurance.  Keep us close to your Son, whose first Easter greeting was one of peace.  We ask this in His name, the Prince of Peace, who is Lord forever and ever.  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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Creating a Culture of Vocations​

Christ spoke of the talents each one of us has, talents that must not be buried.  Our calling is to take these talents, develop them fully and use them in establishing His kingdom on earth.  God has graced us with specific talents or charisms to assist us in service others through our vocations.  Join our brothers and sisters in our monthly diocesan Holy Hour for Vocations at St. Matthew Church in Tolland on Friday, December 19th at 6:00 pm.  We will pray for all people in our Church to discover and live out their vocations and particularly for men to be called to priesthood and for women and men to be called to the consecrated life.

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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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​​​​​New Mass Stipends Announced

At a meeting of the Bishops of the Ecclesiastical Province of Hartford, of which the Dioceses of Norwich is part of, the Bishops decreed that effective January 1st, 2026 all Mass stipends will be $15.  This will replace the current stipends of $10 for weekday Masses and $20 for weekend Masses.  Per the decree, if stipends have already been received, there will be no adjustment or returns.  We shall celebrate Masses for those in need, even if no stipend is received.

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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 29th.  Classes will be held this year on the 2nd and 3rd 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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​​​Lentin Gospel Reflections

Our Parish will be offering Lentin Gospel Reflection classes each Wednesday during Lent.  The program will be based on a book of the same title by Bishop Robert Barron and will be led by our parishioner, David Meunier.  Those of you who have participated in these classes in the past understand how they deepen the meaning of Lent.  Those of you who haven't yet participated, please join us in study.  You will be happy you did.  Books are provided and classes will meet after Mass on Ash Wednesday and weekly thereafter at 6:45 pm (after Benediction).  Please join us.

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Virtual Lenten Mission:  Media Fasting

Join the Diocese of Norwich in a Virtual Lenten Mission book discussion, Media Fasting:  Six Weeks to Recharge with Christ by Sister Nancy Usselman.  The group will meet virtually five Thursdays in Lent beginning on February 26 from 7:00 to 8:00 pm.  Purchase the book, register at bit.ly/MediaFast or email atejada@norwichdiocese.net.  Step away from technology and grow closer to Christ this Lent.

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2026 March for Life Trip

Join the Diocese of Norwich for an overnight pilgrimage to the 2026 March for Life in Washington, DC January 22 to 24.  The cost is $55 for transportation only ($2 additional fee when paying through VANCO).  The pilgrimage will begin with Mass with our Bishop at the Cathedral on Thursday, January 22 at 7:30 pm with bus departure immediately following.  We will begin our return to Norwich in the early evening on Friday, January 23 following the March.  To register, visit https://bit.ly/VANCO or e-mail atejada@norwichdiocese.net to speak with Alvania.  Be a voice for the voiceless - join us in marching for the dignity of every human life!

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Filled easter Basket donations Needed

St. Vincent de Paul Place, Norwich, is preparing for our annual Easter baskets distribution, bringing joy to children in our community.  We are seeking approximately 1,000 filled Easter baskets to meet the needs of local families.  Distribution will begin March 16, 2026, and baskets can be dropped off at St. Vincent de Paul Place, 120 Cliff Street, Norwich.  For more information, please contact Jill at jcsvdpp@gmail.com or 860-889-7374.  Thank you for helping make Easter brighter for the children we serve.

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​Skiing with Bishop Reidy

On Saturday, March 7th beginning at 4:00 pm, all families in the Diocese of Norwich are invited to Wachusett Mountain for skiing with Bishop Reidy.  Skiing will start at 4:00 pm.  Families will meet at Wachusett, as no transportation is provided.  The event is free for all participants.  Pre-registration is required.  Please contact Maria Sweeney at msweeney@norwichdiocese.net if you are interested.

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Young Adult Catholic Singles Mixer

A Catholic Singles Mixer is being hosted by Immaculate Conception Parish in Waterbury, CT in collaboration with Crossroads 4 Christ Waterbury Chapter.  Young Catholic adults ages 18-38 are invited to share dinner, music, fun, speed-dating games and the opportunity to meet with peers on Friday, February 13th at 6:30 pm at Our Lady of Loreto Church Hall, 12 Ardsley Road, Waterbury, CT.  Link to register is https://icp.faithteams.com/catholicsingles2026.

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Steubenville East Catholic Youth Conference 2026

Join the Diocese of Norwich Youth Ministry for a weekend retreat experience filled with prayer, sacraments and fun on July 24 - 26, 2026 in Springfield, MA.  Cost per person:  Hotel Qual $415, Hotel Double $500 (cost per person is the same for adults and youth).  Parish youth ministers and cathechetical leaders can register their parish group via e-mail at msweeney@norwichdiocese.net.

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Pilgrimage to Greece and Turkey - 2026

Father Ben will be leading a pilgrimage in the footsteps of St. Paul to Greece and Turkey from August 24th to September 4, 2026.  The pilgrimage will include stops at sacred sites in Athens, Corinth, Mykonos, Patmos, Heraklion, Santorini,  Kalabaka, Veria, Thessaloniki, Kavala and Alexandroupolis.  The pilgrimage will then continue to Istanbul before returning to the USA.  The cost of this pilgrimage is $4,275 per person/double occupancy - tips are included.  We hope you will join us.  The deposit of $500 per person for this trip is due on February 15th so please mark your calendars.  For more information, please contact Father Ben Vinjoe at 860-481-2880.

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January Calendar of Events

• CCD Classes February 8 and 15, 2026

• Parish Council Thursday, March 12, at 6:30 pm in the rectory

• Chess Club Monday, February 16th at 10:00 am in the church basement

• La Salette Stitchers Thursday, March 26, at 10:00 am in the church basement

• Lenten Study begins after 6:00 pm Mass on Ash Wednesday and continues each Wednesday during Lent after Benediction (approximately 6:45 pm)

• Stations of the Cross Fridays during Lent:  6:00 pm at Our Lady of Lourdes and 6:30 pm at Our Lady of LaSalette

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

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

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Pot of Gold Raffle

The Social Committee of Our Lady of LaSalette will be having its 3rd Annual Pot of Gold Raffle.  Instead of the legendary pot of gold at the end of the rainbow, enter for your chance to win one of two $100 gift certificates to the Mansion at Bald Hill, Tickets are $5.00 each or three for $10.00 and will be sold after all the Masses starting February 21.  The drawing will be held after the 11:00 Mass on Sunday, March 15.  Don't miss this great opportunity to possibly win a delicious meal (or two) at a great restaurant, and to support your parish at the same time.  Good luck to all!

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Operation Rice Bowl

On Ash Wednesday, February 18th, our parish with parishes across the Diocese of Norwich is beginning a program of prayer and sacrifice called Operation Rice Bowl (ORB).  For 52 years, Operation Rice Bowl has helped to feed the hungry poor.  Through our participation in this program, we bring hope and healing to another person or family living halfway across the globe.  Money saved during Lent is then brought to the Parish family Rice Bowl on Palm Sunday, April 13th.  75% of the Operation Rice Bowl funds will feed the hungry and poor overseas, the remaining 25% will be used in the Diocese to feed the needy.  This Lent gather in prayer and sacrifice as a family to pray and to care for the hungry poor.

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Women's Conference

Registrations are now open for the Women's Conference "Dinner with Jesus" on March 25 from 5:30 to 9:00 pm at TPC River Highlands in Cromwell with speaker Jennifer Hubbard, a Sandy Hook mother and author of the book Finding Sanctuary that was named Catholic Media Association #1 Memoir.  Tickets are $75.  To register, please use this link:  https://bit.ly/Women'sConfer or call the Evangelization and Discipleship Ministry at 860-848-2237, Ext. 304.

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Fish Dinners

St. John the Apostle Church, 17 Railroad Avenue, Plainfield, CT available every Friday during Lent from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm.  Take out orders only.  Call (860)564-8085 or (860)710-0263

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2026 ACA Bulletin Announcement

Thank you for your past 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.  The ACA in-pew collection will take place in our parish on March 14 and 15, 2026.  Please give prayerful consideration when contemplating your sacrificial gift to the appeal.  The future of our ministries depends on it.