EAST GREENWICH — The 21 students in the OLM Children’s Choir did not mind donning their school uniforms for an extra-curricular event in the evening of ... (PHOTO COURTESY OF OUR LADY OF MERCY SCHOOL)
Deacon Dominic P. DiOrio, 87, formerly of Bristol, passed away on Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at Brookdale Sakonnet Bay. He was the husband of his beloved wife Doris A. (Rose) DiOrio. His funeral will be held on Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 9 a.m. from the PERRY-McSTAY FUNERAL HOME, 2555 Pawtucket Avenue, East Providence with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in Holy Angels Church, 341 Maple Avenue, Barrington. Burial will be in Maria del Campo Cemetery. Calling hours Wednesday, February 19 from 4-7 p.m. Kindly omit flowers. Contributions in his memory may be made to Holy Angels Church, Barrington.
After the death of George Floyd in 2020 the country erupted into protests and calls for reform. The rallying cry of many, particularly on the ideological left, was “defund the police.” The argument was that the police had become so corrupt that the only remedy was to cut their funding. Hence, many cities throughout the country haphazardly slashed police budgets and decriminalized illegal activity. Unsurprisingly, crime rose, police recruitment declined and the call to “defund the police” became a whimper...
PROVIDENCE — Providence College (PC) President Father Kenneth R. Sicard, O.P. has announced that Father Thomas More Garrett, O.P., has been appointed to serve as his new executive vice president (EVP) for Mission/Chief Operating Officer. The EVP serves as the second in command at the College. Father Thomas’ appointment comes following the recent retirement of Ann Manchester-Molak ’75, who held the position of executive vice president for the last four years. (PHOTO: KEVIN TRIMMER)
By RICK SNIZEK, Executive Editor - PROVIDENCE — The Catholic Athletic League is marking its 90th anniversary in 2025 by paying tribute to those who were instrumental in the operation of what began as the Catholic Youth Organization. (PHOTO:CHRISTOPHER JENKINS)
Did you know? February 14, Valentine’s Day, is actually “St. Valentine’s Day." However, you probably did not know that there as many as three(!) saints named "Valentine" who are all commemorated on this day by the Church. (Image: USCCB)
By Kathleen Troost-Cramer, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent - CRANSTON — What does it mean to be pro-life? That was the central question of Father Edward Wilson’s homily at the annual Mass for Life at Immaculate Conception Church in Cranston on Sunday, January 26. (PHOTO: KATHLEEN TROOST-CRAMER)
By Cole DeSantis, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent - CRANSTON — The annual School Choice Fair was held at the Rhodes on the Pawtuxet in Cranston, welcoming representatives of religious schools, charter schools, schools for the arts, and trade schools, who provided opportunities for parents and families to become acquainted with the educational landscape in the state to find the school best suited for their children. (PHOTO: COLE DESANTIS)
By Kathleen Troost-Cramer, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent - RUMFORD — Waiting is never fun, but in some cases the stakes are high indeed. (PHOTO COURTESY OF SHARON FOLEY)
By Father Ryan W. Connors - Last week the Church throughout the world observed the World Day for Consecrated Life. This annual celebration offers an occasion to thank God for the gift consecrated persons make to the Church and to the world.
Occurring annually, the observances of National Marriage Week (Feb. 7-14) and World Marriage Day (Sunday, Feb. 9) are opportunities to focus on building a culture of life and love that begins with supporting and promoting marriage and the family... (Image: USCCB)
By JAY CONWAY, Special to Rhode Island Catholic - NORTH KINGSTOWN — St. Bernard Church wrapped up its yearlong celebration of its 150th anniversary on December 15 with a closing Mass celebrated by Bishop Emeritus Thomas J. Tobin, who consecrated the current church in the Wickford section of town, some 15 years ago. (Photo: Jay Conway)
Sunday, February 9 beginning at 7:30 p.m. at St. Patrick Church, 244 Smith St., Providence. Featuring RPM Voices of Rhode Island, Opening Performance by Holy Name of Jesus Gospel Choir, Guest Readers Lenny Cabral, Joseph Costa, Peter Rocha, & Kiane Angeles. All are welcome!
Due to required repairs to water main service lines, the Chancery Office Building at One Cathedral Square will close beginning at 1 p.m. Wednesday, February 5, 2025 through the remainder of the day.
By Chris Jenkins, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent - PAWTUCKET — Signs of gratitude adorned the gymnasium walls of St. Raphael Academy on Sunday, Jan. 26 as players and coaches of St. Margaret, St. Teresa and St. Luke joined a state-wide “Thank-A-Ref Weekend” to pay tribute to officials whose hard work and dedication make a difference in the lives of student athletes in the Diocese of Providence.