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The day is dedicated to the saints of the Church, that is, all those who have attained heaven, it is a Holyday of Obligation. (Image: Women for Faith & Family)

The Diocese of Providence, through the Office of Catholic Charities & Social Ministry, supports families and individuals in need across Rhode Island with food assistance programs. A variety of food pantries are available throughout the diocese to help you or your loved ones. Each pantry has its own schedule, click to view the full list. We also encourage everyone to support your local food pantry whenever possible, together, we can help ensure no one goes hungry.

This November, our Diocesan Cemeteries will offer a discount for the interment of cremated remains of any Catholic who has yet to be interred or placed in a columbarium. If you haven’t yet given your loved one a proper burial, please consider this invitation. Please call the diocesan Office of Catholic Cemeteries for further details: 401-944-8383.

Hurricane Melissa intensified into a Category 5 storm, leaving families in Jamaica and southern Haiti to face an immediate and devastating threat. With projected 160 mph winds, extreme rainfall, and storm surge, this hurricane is expected to be the strongest on record to strike Jamaica, causing extensive flooding, landslides, and displacement. Many vulnerable families live in fragile shelters, making the risk to life and essential infrastructure — including health facilities vital for ongoing cholera response—even more severe. Urgent support is critical to help these families prepare for and survive the coming disaster. Catholic Relief Services (CRS), with its decades of experience and on-the-ground teams, welcomes donations to provide lifesaving support, including emergency shelter, clean water supplies, and essential hygiene kits to reach the most vulnerable people. To donate or for more information, visit https://provd.io/CRSMelissa.

The Chancery Office Building will be closed Monday in observance of Columbus Day.