La Misa diocesana Guadalupana se llevará a cabo el martes 12 de diciembre a las 7:00 pm en la Catedral de San Pedro y San Pablo, el Obispo de la Diócesis de Providence. Comenzaremos con el rezo del Rosario a las 5:30 pm y habrá confesiones y una serenata a la Virgen previo a la Misa. ¡Pasa la voz, invita a un familiar o amistad! ¿No puedes unirte a nosotros en persona? Mira la transmisión en vivo a partir de las 7 p.m. en el canal diocesano de YouTube, youtube.com/DioceseofProvidenceRI. / The diocesan Guadalupana Mass will be held on Tuesday, December 12 at 7:00 p.m. at the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul. We will begin with the Holy Rosary at 5:30 pm and there will be confessions and a serenade to the Virgin prior to the Mass. Spread the word, and invite a family member or friend! Can't join us in person? Watch the live stream beginning at 7 p.m. on diocesan YouTube channel, youtube.com/DioceseofProvidenceRI.
DISCOVER RI CATHOLIC SCHOOLS!
8th grade students are encouraged to take this test at their first choice school Dec. 7. Contact individual schools to confirm test date/time. Click for High Schools contact info and codes.
DISCOVER RI CATHOLIC SCHOOLS!
Are you ready to take the next step on your educational journey? Join us for the High School Placement Test on December 7. It's your opportunity to explore the outstanding Catholic schools in our community. 8th grade students are encouraged to take this test at their 1st choice school, December 7. Contact the school(s) you are interested in directly for testing details; click for High Schools contact info.
By Jennifer Barton, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent - PROVIDENCE — It’s easy to consider oneself pro-life when advocating for the unborn. There is a sentimental impact in seeing bright-eyed, chubby-cheeked babies on posters calling for an end to abortion. Praying outside of Planned Parenthood clinics presents a visual witness to desperate women afraid to choose life.
By Cole DeSantis, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent - EXETER — On Saturday, Sept. 28, St. Kateri Tekakwitha Catholic community in Exeter hosted the diocesan Special Religious Education (SPRED) picnic for students with special needs and their families.
On Saturday, Sept. 14, pro-life individuals throughout the country gathered at the gravesites of aborted babies, and other memorial sites dedicated in their honor, for the tenth annual National Day of Remembrance for Aborted Children. Solemn vigils were held at these sites to commemorate.. (PHOTO COURTESY OF THE OFFICE OF LIFE AND FAMILY)
From Wed., Sept. 25 through Sun., Nov. 3 we'll hold 40 days of peaceful, prayerful vigils and Rosaries for life and for an end to abortion at the public right-of-way outside 175 Broad St., Providence. 40 Days held in collaboration with RI Right to Life. Learn more or sign up now! (Photo: RI Catholic)
Before the summer season at Mother of Hope Camp came to a conclusion, Archbishop-elect Richard G. Henning made a special visit to Chepachet to celebrate Mass for the campers and counselors in the camp’s St. Augustine Chapel. (PHOTO: LAURA KILGUS)
Join us at these special memorial service dedicated to remembering and praying for the millions lost
to abortion, miscarriage, or stillbirth, or infants that have died after birth. Click or contact us for locations (Photo: RI Catholic)
Be anchored in the Truth! Get the essential Catholic theological framework that provides you with the underpinnings of our faith so you can be a better catechist, Catholic school teacher, parish volunteer, parent—or simply as a disciple. The course will give you the toolbox you need to understand your faith more fully and will provide you with a vocabulary to explain, perhaps defend, what it is that you believe. Each session will be taught by experienced professors and practitioners. Come learn and grow in your journey of discipleship and discover the beauty of the Church’s intellectual tradition. Click for class dates, topics, registration and more!
The diocesan offices of Vocations and Family, Youth, & Young Adult Evangelization are bringing a week of unique fun and faithful opportunities beginning Mon., July 29 through Fri., August 2 for men and women age 16-35. Click for full event list, all the details and registration info. Contact Father Ryan Simas at fathersimas@gmail.com or 401-331-1316.
Join us for a fulfilling and impactful Young Adult Day of Community Service! This event brings together young adults in our diocese to volunteer their time and effort in various service projects. Participants will have the opportunity to engage in activities such as ministry to the homeless, nursing home visits, and various diocesan projects. Click for all the details and registration!
During this extreme heat, the Diocese of Providence's Emmanuel House will remain open during the day through Thursday as a cooling center. Anyone can walk in to the center at 239 Public Street in Providence to escape the heat or receive bottled water.
By Laura Kilgus, Associate Editor - GREENVILLE — Encouragement, physical and emotional healing, relaxation, joy and companionship: There are an endless list of benefits that three-year-old Georgi, a playful and loving Cavachon therapy pup, brings the students of Saint Philip School on a given day. (PHOTO: Laura Kilgus)
By RICK SNIZEK, Executive Editor - PROVIDENCE — For the third consecutive year, the annual Catholic Charity Appeal in the Diocese of Providence has surpassed 100% of its goal, garnering $7.3 million in pledges so far, and is on pace to reach 105% of its $7 million goal for 2024. In 2022, the Appeal reached 102% of goal, and 105% in 2023.
By Laura Kilgus, Associate Editor - PROVIDENCE — Spring was in the air for the celebration of Older American’s Month this past Thursday at St. Martin de Porres Senior Center in Providence. In a service initiative led by The Prout School freshmen, the youth prepared a lively spring picnic with music, games, raffles and fun for local seniors. (Photo: Laura Kilgus)
By Cole DeSantis, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent - MIDDLETOWN — One of the aims of Catholic education is to foster a deeper appreciation for the beauty of God’s creation. This is no more on display than at All Saints Academy in Middletown. (PHOTO: COLE DESANTIS)
