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The Office of Stewardship assists parishes to initiate and sustain a long-term process to the stewardship way of life wherein spiritual growth and material benefit complement and support each other for the greater good of all God’s people. The Office of Stewardship renders direction and the appropriate resources for all stewardship and development initiatives.

We are able to meet with Pastors, Parish Councils and Finance Committees to review the options available to reach the short and long term financial needs of their faith community and offer guidance and recommendations to help Parishes conduct Stewardship and Capital Campaigns.

Seton Scholarship Dinner

The 2025 Most Reverend Michael R. Cote, D.D. Award recipients for contributions to Catholic education in the Diocese of Norwich have been announced. See story below.

Join Us in Celebration

The 15th Annual Seton Scholarship Dinner will take place on October 26, 2025, at Lake of Isles, Stonington, CT.

If you have any questions about how you can support the 15th Seton Scholarship Dinner, learn more about sponsorship opportunities, or would like more information about our four Catholic high schools or nine elementary schools, please contact:

Gina Foster, Stewardship Coordinator
📞 860-886-1928 x115
📧 E-mail: gfoster@norwichdiocese.net

View Previous Seton Scholarship Dinner Photo Galleries Here

This Year’s Seton Honorees Announced

Posted on March 26, 2025 in: Seton Scholarship

Celebrating 15 Years of Honoring Catholic Educators This year will mark the 15th Annual Seton Scholarship Dinner, titled respectively after Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton who is known as a founder of this country’s parochial school system, established this nation’s first all-girls Catholic School in Emmitsburg, Maryland. Elizabeth was born on August 28, 1774, and originally raised Episcopalian before converting to Catholicism. She was married to William Seton, and they had five children. The Legacy of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Elizabeth Ann Seton was the fou...

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Celebrating Dedication- Annual Seton Scholarship Dinner Honors Champions of Catholic Education

Posted on January 14, 2025 in: Seton Scholarship

The orange, gold and red of autumn surrounded us at Lake of Isles on Oct. 27, 2024, as Dr. Gail Kingston, superintendent of schools, and Archbishop Christopher Coyne hosted nearly 150 people at the 14th annual Seton Scholarship Dinner. This year, we honored the commitment of three individuals who have dedicated their careers to our diocesan Catholic school system, while enjoying the harmonious voices of the Sacred Heart School (Groton) Choir as they filled the room singing “God Bless America” and “Each of Us Has a Light.” We were also moved by a hear...

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Trio to be Honored at Lake of Isles During 14th Annual Seton Scholarship Dinner

Posted on July 30, 2024 in: Seton Scholarship

The positive impact a Catholic school education provided by dedicated faculty and staff has on the lives of its students is immeasurable. I have frequently written about my valuable Catholic school experiences and the lasting positive impact it’s had on my life and my career. Catholic school teachers continually remind us of how much Jesus loves and values each of us. We are taught to follow in Jesus’s footsteps, lend a helping hand to others and try our best to do a daily good deed even in the smallest measure. I am sure we all remember fondly that one exceptio...

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Catholic Education Celebrated at 13th Annual Seton Scholarship Dinner

Posted on November 27, 2023 in: Seton Scholarship

The fall foliage was radiant, and the sun was shining upon us as the 13th annual Seton Scholarship Dinner commenced on Nov. 5, 2023, at the Riverhouse in East Haddam. This year, we honored the commitment of those involved in our diocesan Catholic school system, while enjoying the melodious voices of the Sacred Heart School (Taftville) Choir as they filled the room singing “God Bless America” and “Panis Angelis.” We were also amazed by the wonderful essay written by Sacred Heart School student Maya Casaol, whose award-winning essay was titled “W...

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Trio to be Honored at 13th Annual Seton Scholarship Dinner

Posted on June 01, 2023 in: Catholic Foundation News, Seton Scholarship

A devoted teacher and a valuable Catholic education can have such a positive impact on a student’s life. I know this firsthand; my Catholic education left an indelible impression on me. I will never forget the importance of loving thy neighbor while appreciating friendships, diversity, and community. The commitment of those involved in our Catholic school education has been known for years. Recognizing the exceptional work of our educators, in 2010, Bishop Cote established the Most Reverend Michael R. Cote, D.D. Award for Contributions to Catholic Education in the Dio...

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A Path to Grow in Christ’s Love

Posted on October 10, 2022 in: Seton Scholarship

Fall is upon us, and I hope that you all get the opportunity to visit your favorite pumpkin patch or apple orchard, bake an apple pie or sip your favorite spiced tea or coffee. Autumn brings many new changes for several members of our diocese, whether it’s the start of a new school year, a new career path or perhaps retirement. A path can be defined as the course or direction in which a person or thing is moving. As “One Faith, One Family” we pray for all the members of our diocese and for our Catholic school students as they continue the...

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Seton Honorees Announced for the 12th Annual Scholarship Dinner

Posted on June 10, 2022 in: Seton Scholarship

A Catholic Education has had a great impact upon my life. Attending Catholic elementary, middle, and high school has provided me with a strong sense of community, the gift of life-long friendships and instilled the importance of volunteerism. I can remember many teachers throughout my Catholic education who had a profound influence on my life. I am sure we can all remember that one teacher who reached out to you when you needed support, stayed after school with you for extra help in Math or English, or simply complimented you on a report or test grade. The commitment of ...

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Happy Guests Return to Annual Seton Scholarship Dinner

Posted on December 13, 2021 in: Seton Scholarship

After a two-year hiatus, guests were happy to gather in person for the 11th Annual Seton Scholarship Dinner on Nov. 7 at the Riverhouse at Goodspeed Station. Dr. Gail Kingston, superintendent of schools for the diocese, discussed the importance of a Catholic education. The Saint Bernard School Choir filled the large ballroom with song, leading guests in “God Bless America,” followed by “Hashkiveinu.” Jden Gonzales, essay winner and eighth-grade student at Sacred Heart School in Groton, kindly read his essay entitled, “What a Catholi...

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Date, Honorees set for 11th Annual Seton Scholarship Dinner

Posted on July 12, 2021 in: Catholic Foundation News, Seton Scholarship

Now that many restrictions are being lifted in the State of Connecticut, we are so happy to announce that this year’s 11th Annual Seton Scholarship Dinner will be held on Sunday, November 7, 2021 at 4 p.m. at The Riverhouse at Goodspeed Station, located at 55 Bridge Road, Haddam. This is the new rescheduled date from 2020. The commitment of those involved in our Catholic school education in the diocese has been well known for years. Recognizing the exceptional work of our educators, in 2010, Bishop Cote established the Most Reverend Michael R. Cote, D.D. Award for ...

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Local Businesses Show Support to Catholic Schools

Posted on January 22, 2021 in: Seton Scholarship

Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, the Patron Saint of Catholic Schools, whose feast day is today, January 4, is the first American born saint to be canonized by the Church. She founded the first American religious community for women, the Sisters of Charity. She opened the first American parish school and established the first American Catholic orphanage. All this she did in the span of 46 years while raising her five children. This is why Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton is the saint whose name we attach to the Annual Scholarship Dinner. Due to the pandemic the 11th Annual S...

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