Bishop Richard G. Henning, D.D., S.T.D.
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Misa de Bienvenida en Español al Obispo Coadjutor Richard G. Henning
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Holy Mass of Reception welcoming Bishop Richard G. Henning
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Bishop Henning'sCoat of Arms
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After he had finished speaking, he said to Simon, “Put out into deep water and lower your nets for a catch.” - Luke 5:4
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Learn more about the May 1, 2023 leadership changes in the Diocese of Providence
On May 1, 2023, the Holy Father, Pope Francis, accepted the resignation of Most Reverend Thomas J. Tobin, D.D., from the pastoral governance of the Diocese of Providence. Most Reverend Richard G. Henning, S.T.D., who was appointed November 23, 2022 (more here), by Pope Francis as Coadjutor Bishop of Providence, automatically succeedd as the 9th Bishop of Providence. These changes were effective at Roman Noon (6 a.m. Eastern Time) May 1, 2023 and were publicized in Washington, D.C. by Archbishop Christophe Pierre, apostolic nuncio to the United States. Statements and more.
About Bishop Henning
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News
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June 3
Here in the Diocese of Providence, the spring confirmation season has just concluded. Bishop Tobin, Bishop Evans and I have been traveling across the diocese since April for the conferral of this beautiful sacrament. It has given me the opportunity to join some 25 communities and see how each in their own way celebrates and rejoices. I always strive to express my own joy for the confirmed and my gratitude to their parents and families. At this time of the year, when we also honor mothers and fathers, I have been thinking of and praying for “the domestic church.”Read More -
May 26
Shared with the Diocese of Providence by Bishop Richard G. Henning: A Pastoral Letter from the Most Reverend John O. Barres, Bishop of Rockville CentreRead More -
May 25
Grieving to hear of unjust acts of wanton violence, I wish to pledge the solidarity of the Diocese of Providence with our wounded brothers and sisters. These cruel acts against members of two families defy explanation...Read More -
May 19
At the Mass of Reception on January 26, I told you about my surprise and delight when first encountering the Rhode Island State Flag with its Christian and Biblical symbol of the anchor and the motto “Hope.” I told you then how grateful I felt to live in the State of Hope...Read More -
May 15
Dear Brothers and Sisters, as you may already be aware, bills are moving forward in our state on the issue of taxpayer-funded abortion. I invite the Catholics of Rhode Island and all people of good will to...Read More
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Contact Us
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Velia Lisivlisidioceseofprovidence.orgAdministrative Assistant, Office of the Bishop
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Rev. Nathan J. Ricci, J.C.L.nriccidioceseofprovidence.orgVice Chancellor and Administrative Assistant to the Bishop
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Rev. Hiep Nguyenhnguyendioceseofprovidence.orgAdministrative Assistant to the Bishop
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Media inquiries, please contact Communications and Public Relationscommunicationsdioceseofprovidence.org
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