WASHINGTON — In his new encyclical, “Fratelli Tutti, on Fraternity and Social Friendship,” Pope Francis reminds the faithful that “God’s plan for humanity has implications for every aspect of our lives,” said the president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops.
WASHINGTON (CNS) — A divided Senate, in a 52-48 vote, confirmed Amy Coney Barrett as a justice for the Supreme Court the evening of Oct. 26 and soon afterward she was sworn in by Justice Clarence Thomas at a White House ceremony.
Hulk Hogan, the professional wrestler, is not known for his social commentary and theological insight. But in this regard he did say something noteworthy and rather profound in early April of this year, ...
PROVIDENCE — With the COVID-19 pandemic continuing to have an impact on the regular schedule and format of gatherings, including Church celebrations, the opening of Respect Life Month in the Diocese of Providence was likewise celebrated differently than it had been before. PHOTO: RICK SNIZEK
The decisive victory of the Holy League at the Battle of LePanto in 1571 is still celebrated today as the Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary, known before Vatican II as Our Lady of Victory, on Oct. 7. One of the greatest moments in the papacy of St. Pius V, Lepanto was celebrated...
Beginning Mon., Oct. 26 and continuing to Tues., Nov. 3 - Prayer is one of the first steps in acting for justice in our world. This novena, rooted in the biblical tradition and the Church's social teaching, is intended to promote justice and peace in our neighborhoods, our country, and our world. Learn more.
WASHINGTON (CNS) — The nomination of Judge Amy Coney Barrett to serve on the Supreme Court will now go to the full Senate for a confirmation vote, which is expected to take place late Oct. 26. Only 51 one votes are needed for confirmation.
Visitation on Monday, October 26, from 10 – 10:45am in St. Margaret Church, 1098 Pawtucket Avenue, Rumford. A Concelebrated Mass of Christian Burial will be offered for the repose of Father McGovern’s soul on Monday, October 26 at 11am, in St. Margaret Church. Due to the current COVID-19 restrictions, please note that seating for the Funeral Mass will be extremely limited, and out of necessity family and clergy will be given priority for seating. Burial will be in St. Ann Cemetery, Cranston.
LEWES, Del. (CNS) — When Father Brian S. Lewis walked into St. Jude the Apostle Catholic Church in Lewes to celebrate Mass on a recent fall Saturday evening, he was sporting a unique face mask.
PROVIDENCE — Five new principals have been chosen to lead various Catholic schools throughout the Diocese of Providence for the 2020 school year. While this is certainly a unique time …