• Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord
    Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord
    May 29, 2025
    This is a Holy Day of Obligation.
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  • Catholic Communications: How the Good News gets around Rhode Island
    Catholic Communications: How the Good News gets around Rhode Island
    May 28, 2025
    Support Catholic Communications in the Diocese of Providence, RI, June 7 and 8 (Photo: Diocese of Providence)
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  • REPORTER'S NOTEBOOK: A Visit with Bishop Lewandowski
    REPORTER'S NOTEBOOK: A Visit with Bishop Lewandowski
    May 27, 2025
    By Rick Snizek, Executive Editor - BALTIMORE — About two weeks ago, during his last days as an auxiliary bishop in the Archdiocese of Baltimore, Providence Bishop-Designate Bruce Lewandowski welcomed Rhode Island Catholic to shadow him for a weekend filled with Masses and activities in and around “Charm City,” as Baltimore is famously known. (Photo: Rick Snizek)
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  • Marian Monday: What are some Marian devotions?
    Marian Monday: What are some Marian devotions?
    May 26, 2025
    The month of May is dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary! Every Monday in May, we’ll be bringing you some short, digestible info on the Church’s teaching on Mary. (Image: Diocese of Providence)
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  • Bishop Lewandowski’s sister reflects his spirituality in coat of arms
    Bishop Lewandowski’s sister reflects his spirituality in coat of arms
    May 25, 2025
    By Christopher Gunty, Catholic Review - When a priest is named a bishop, one of the things he has to do is create a personal coat of arms. Most turn to a handful of artists in the country who specialize in episcopal heraldry. When Most. Rev. Bruce A. Lewandowski, C.Ss.R., first became a bishop he looked no further than his sister. (Printed with permission)
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  • Redemptorist roots have brought Bishop Lewandowski closer to Lord and his people
    Redemptorist roots have brought Bishop Lewandowski closer to Lord and his people
    May 24, 2025
    By Cole DeSantis, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent - PROVIDENCE — “Go forth and make disciples of all nations.” These were among the last words spoken by Our Lord before ascending into heaven, according to Matthew 28:19. This final command has been the motivating factor for the Church’s growth for the past 2,000 years. (PHOTO COURTESY OF BISHOP LEWANDOWSKI)
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  • Laudato Si' Week
    Laudato Si' Week
    May 24, 2025
    May 24-31 (Image: USCCB)
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  • A Divine Day in Providence: Bishop Bruce A. Lewandowski, C.Ss.R. installed as the 10th Bishop of Pro
    A Divine Day in Providence: Bishop Bruce A. Lewandowski, C.Ss.R. installed as the 10th Bishop of Pro
    May 23, 2025
    By RICK SNIZEK, Executive Editor - PROVIDENCE — As he took his final steps to the front door of the Cathedral of SS. Peter and Paul, Bishop Bruce A. Lewandowski, C.Ss.R. appeared to be reflecting on the enormity of the moment before him as he prepared to become the tenth bishop of Providence. (Photo: Laura Kilgus)
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  • Memorial Day
    Memorial Day
    May 23, 2025
    The Chancery Office Building is closed for the Memorial Day holiday beginning Friday, May 23 - the offices will re-open Tuesday, May 27 at 8:30 a.m. Have a safe and happy holiday!
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  • ¡Esta noche! Misa De Bienvenida Con Nuestro Nuevo Obispo Bruce
    ¡Esta noche! Misa De Bienvenida Con Nuestro Nuevo Obispo Bruce
    May 22, 2025
    Invitamos a toda la comunidad hispana de Rhode Island a la misa de bienvenida a nuestro nuevo Obispo Bruce A. Lewandowski, C.Ss.R. qué se llevará a cabo en la catedral de San Pedro y San Pablo el Jueves 22 de mayo a las 7:00 pm. Después de la misa podremos saludar al Sr. Obispo Bruce y compartir un acto cultural con danzas folclóricas y aperitivos en el salón de la catedral. Esta Santa Misa de bienvenida se transmitirá en vivo desde la Catedral de los Santos Pedro y Pablo a partir de las 7 p. m. en el canal diocesano de YouTube - https://provd.io/live.
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  • May 22  National Day of Prayer and Remembrance for Mariners and People of the Sea
    May 22 National Day of Prayer and Remembrance for Mariners and People of the Sea
    May 22, 2025
    Also known as National Maritime Day, this day is an opportunity to recognize the hardworking men and women of the U.S. Merchant Marine, seafarers, fishers, port personnel, and all who work or travel on the high seas for the vital services they provide in support of our nation's economic well-being and national security. (Image: USCCB)
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  • Join us in praying
    Join us in praying "A Novena for Life" from May 22-30
    May 22, 2025
    Novena honoring the Feast of the Visitation - click below to sign up!
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  • Memorial Day Masses at Catholic Cemeteries
    Memorial Day Masses at Catholic Cemeteries
    May 21, 2025
    Holy Masses will be celebrated simultaneously in cemetery chapels across the Diocese of Providence on the morning of Memorial Day at 10 a.m., for the repose of the souls of those who have given their lives in the service of their nation. Join us in prayer at any one of the locations. Click for details. (Photo: Rick Snizek)
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  • You are invited! May 20 Public Reception 4-6 p.m. for Bishop Lewandowski!
    You are invited! May 20 Public Reception 4-6 p.m. for Bishop Lewandowski!
    May 19, 2025
    You are invited to the Public Reception for Most Rev. Bruce A. Lewandowski, C.Ss.R. on Tuesday, May 20, 2025 from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Omni Providence Hotel on the first floor in the Narragansett Ballroom. Click for all the details!
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  • Marian Monday: What does it mean to venerate Mary?
    Marian Monday: What does it mean to venerate Mary?
    May 19, 2025
    The month of May is dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary! Every Monday in May, we’ll be bringing you some short, digestible info on the Church’s teaching on Mary. (Image: Diocese of Providence)
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  • Pope Leo XIV energizes crowd in delivering first Regina Caeli prayer
    Pope Leo XIV energizes crowd in delivering first Regina Caeli prayer
    May 18, 2025
    By RICK SNIZEK, Executive Editor - VATICAN CITY —Three days after stepping out as the newly elected successor to Pope Francis, Pope Leo XIV again emerged from behind the red curtains to thunderous applause onto the central loggia of St. Peter’s Basilica to offer his first Regina Caeli address as pontiff. (Photo: Rick Snizek)
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  • Have you ever attended a Holy Hour Adoration? Join us Sunday!
    Have you ever attended a Holy Hour Adoration? Join us Sunday!
    May 18, 2025
    Adoration is a quiet time spent in prayer before Jesus present in the Eucharist. Join us Sundays from noon to 1 p.m. in the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul, Providence. This Holy Hour will be offered for the Jubilee Year and Vocations to the priesthood and Religious Life in our Diocese. All are welcome! (Photo: RI Catholic)
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  • Armed Forces Day
    Armed Forces Day
    May 17, 2025
    Armed Forces Day is a special holiday for people all over the world to come together and thank the men and women of the United States Armed Forces. (Photo: USCCB)
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  • Pope grants audience to media professionals, urges them to serve truth, promote peace
    Pope grants audience to media professionals, urges them to serve truth, promote peace
    May 16, 2025
    By RICK SNIZEK, Executive Editor - VATICAN CITY — In an audience on Monday, May 12, with media professionals gathered in Rome to cover the papal conclave, Pope Leo XIV thanked journalists for their tireless efforts, especially over the past few weeks, saying this is “truly a time of grace for the Church.” (Photo: Rick Snizek)
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  • NEXT WEEK! Watch the May 20 live stream of the Solemn Mass of Installation for Bishop Lewandowski!
    NEXT WEEK! Watch the May 20 live stream of the Solemn Mass of Installation for Bishop Lewandowski!
    May 16, 2025
    The Cathedral is at capacity for this special Mass, so we invite you to join us in watching the live stream of the Solemn Mass of Installation for Bishop Lewandowski! Watch here - https://provd.io/live
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