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Fourth Lourdes Retreat at St. Mary Parish in Stamford: Highest Turnout To Date
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September 19, 2025
On Sunday the 4th Lourdes Retreat at St. Mary Parish in Stamford was celebrated by Father Juan Gabriel Acosta and Bishop Frank Caggiano.

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Statement on Father Anh Ngoc Quoc Vu
October 25, 2025
Statement on Father Anh Ngoc Quoc Vu October 25, 2025 Dear Brothers and Sisters in…

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St. Mary’s Church in Stamford: A New Pastor and Plans for 4th Lourdes Retreat
September 19, 2025
At St. Mary Parish in Stamford there is a new pastor, Father Juan Gabriel Acosta,…

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Lourdes Retreat Offers a Day of Healing and Hope in Stamford Sept. 14, 2025
July 16, 2025
On Sunday, September 14, 2025, St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Stamford will host the Lourdes…

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April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month
March 15, 2025
The Office of Safe Environment is working collaboratively with an advocacy organization called Students Against…

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Bishop Caggiano
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Bishop’s Letter to the Faithful
September 12, 2024
August 26, 2024 My brothers and sisters in Christ, Together we must continue to uphold…

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Hundreds attend Lourdes retreat
Joe Pisani•September 9, 2024
STAMFORD—Hundreds of people from Connecticut and New York came to St. Mary Parish to honor…

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Lourdes retreat set for September 7
Joe Pisani•August 7, 2024
STAMFORD—David D’Andrea believes there have been miracles in his life. When he was diagnosed with…

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Survivors move forward in faith and hope
Brian D. Wallace•July 5, 2023
BRIDGEPORT— Forgiveness and reconciliation are necessary for those trying to move their lives forward after…

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Join us for a Day of Hope, Healing and Recollection
June 19, 2023
The Office of Safe Environments, Victim-Survivors of abuse and family members will host a special…

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Clerical sexual abuse survivors addresses USCCB
December 11, 2022
The following is a transcript Mark Joseph Williams reflection to the USCCB General Assembly: As…

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The Diocese of Bridgeport Incident Report of an allegation of abuse or misconduct

This information will be communicated within 48 hours to the Office of Safe Environments. You may also call the Victim Assistance Coordinator directly at (203) 650-3265 or (203) 241-0987. Please do not report emergencies or imminent threat of harm. For these you should immediately dial 911. CT law requires that the Diocese of Bridgeport must report all allegations involving abuse of a minor or vulnerable adult to civil authorities which include local law enforcement in the town where the abuse is to have occurred and/or the CT Department of Children and Family Services (Care line 1 (800) 842-2288).

Please be aware that anonymous reports are unable to be fully investigated by the Diocese or by the police. The CT Department of Children and Families and the Diocese of Bridgeport will handle your information with a high level of confidentiality.

This information will be communicated within 48 hours to the Office of Safe Environments. You may also call the Victim Assistance Coordinator directly at (203) 650-3265 or (203) 241-0987. Please do not report emergencies or imminent threat of harm. For these you should immediately dial 911. CT law requires that the Diocese of Bridgeport must report all allegations involving abuse of a minor or vulnerable adult to civil authorities which include local law enforcement in the town where the abuse is to have occurred and/or the CT Department of Children and Family Services (Care line 1-800-842-2288).

Please be aware that anonymous reports are unable to be fully investigated by the Diocese or by the police. The CT Department of Children and Families and the Diocese of Bridgeport will handle your information with a high level of confidentiality.
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Erin Neil, L.C.S.W., Director of Safe Environment & Victim Assistance Coordinator
(203) 416-1406 (Office) | Tel: (203) 650-3265 (Mobile) | [email protected]

Valeria Jarrin, Safe Environment Program Associate
(203) 416-1407 (Office) | (203) 209-7347 (Mobile) | [email protected]

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