Memorabilia contributed by parishes, schools and other Catholic organizations at the 175th Archdiocesan Anniversary Mass on Nov. 28, 2018, are displayed in the Archdiocesan Archives before heading for the time capsule. (Photo by Aaron Joseph) Story by Shelley Wolf Have you ever wondered what happened to the time capsule from the Archdiocese [...]
Story by Joe Pisani I have retired friends who are obsessing over their investment portfolios, for good reason. They get up and go to the computer every morning and check the overseas markets. They sign in to their accounts to see how their stocks and bonds are performing. I guess a guy has to [...]
PHOTO BY KAREN A. AVITABILE Some members of the Arimathean ministry group at the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception in Waterbury are, front row, left to right: Rochelle Rinaldi, Karen McCormick and Karen Kish. In the back row are Frank McKane, left, and Gery Jachimowski. The group is praying before the start of [...]
Fellowship of Catholic University Students, or FOCUS, from Central Connecticut State University and other Connecticut colleges visit the iconic Gateway Arch in St. Louis, Mo., while at the SEEK24 Conference earlier this month. (Photo courtesy FOCUS CCSU) Story by Shelley Wolf Eliza Harris, a biology major at Central Connecticut State University, has [...]
Monthly luncheons at Ansonia church hall keep seniors connected to one another. Story and Photos by Karen A. Avitabile For some senior citizens, enjoying a meal with others is a rarity. But once a month in an Ansonia church hall, seniors and local residents are invited to enjoy a meal together while meeting new [...]
Archbishop Leonard P. Blair Once again this year, at Pope Francis’ direc-tion, the third Sunday of January has been designated “Word of God Sunday.” Most Christians, including Catholics, will immediately think of the Bible. However, the reality goes much deeper, and a fuller understanding of the “Word of God” is essential for [...]
PHOTO BY DAVID ELLIOTTA group of people from the Archdiocese of Hartford attended the National March for Life event. Story by Karen A. Avitabile The Archdiocese of Hartford will be participating in two upcoming marches that support the dignity of human life, one later this month and another in March. From Jan. [...]
PHOTO BY AARON JOSEPHThe interior of the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception shows off Brescia marble columns. Over the High Altar is the baldachin with marble columns and a canopy in gilded wood. The semi-dome is done in a textured gold mosaic, representing the subject of the Immaculate Conception. Story by Karen [...]
Reverend Thomas E. Berberich, 91, ordained in 1959, died December 26, 2023. He retired as Pastor Emeritus of Sacred Heart Church in Kent in 2013. May he rest in peace. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Coadjutor Archbishop Christopher J. Coyne on Thursday, January 4, 2024, at 11:00 AM at [...]