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By Daniel McQuillan, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondant - The Rhode Island Catholic continues its series on the Eucharist for the second phase of the National Eucharistic Revival, speaking with Father Dominic Verner, O.P., an assistant professor of Theology at Providence College. After earning a Bachelor of Science degree in electrical engineering from Purdue University and an M.A. in philosophical studies from Mount St. Mary’s University, Father Verner entered the Order of Preachers and was ordained to the priesthood in 2016. He has an S.T.L. from the Pontifical Faculty of the Immaculate Conception and a Ph.D. in moral theology/Christian ethics from the University of Notre Dame. (Image: RI Catholic)

By Cole DeSantis, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent - PROVIDENCE — Catholic theologian, professor and Dominican friar Father Thomas Joseph White, O.P., rector of the Pontifical University of St. Thomas Aquinas, also known as the Angelicum, in Rome, delivered a special lecture recently at McVinney Auditorium in which he outlined the various obstacles to spreading the Christian worldview in modern society. (PHOTO: COLE DESANTIS)

Bishop Richard G. Henning joins local religious brothers and sisters in celebrating World Day of Consecrated Life at Providence College.

All Catholic adults are invited to be refreshed in their faith, enjoy fellowship with others, and be equipped to discuss the Catholic Faith. Dynamic speaker and author Matthew Leonard will present the Keynote Address, “Further Up, Further In: A Spiritual Clarion Call for Catholics.” Other talks will discuss scripture and various topics within the Catholic faith as well as strategies for sharing the Faith with adults, teens, and children. The day begins with Holy Mass at 8:30 AM. The schedule also includes informative talks, lunch, and Confessions.

By COLE DESANTIS, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent - PROVIDENCE — On Thursday, February 15, the House Judiciary Committee met to discuss HB 7100, also known as the Lila Manfield Sapinsley Compassionate Care Act.

For the Tuesdays of Lent, St. Patrick Church, 244 Smith St., Providence, is offering Stations of the Cross for people with disabilities and their families beginning at 5 p.m., followed by Holy Mass. Please contact Irma Rodriguez, Director, Office of the Apostolate with People with Disabilities, 401-278-4578, [email protected], for more information.

On Sunday, Feb. 18, Father John Marie Devaney, O.P., was installed as the pastor of St. Pius V parish in Providence by Bishop Richard G. Henning. The Mass was attended by the parishioners of Pius V, as well as the teachers and students of the Pius V school and local clergy of the Dominican Order. (PHOTO: COLE DESANTIS)

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In our Lenten Reels Series, Rev. Nathan J. Ricci, Vice Chancellor, Diocese of Providence, explains.

By RICK SNIZEK, Executive Editor - PROVIDENCE — Six weeks into its 2024 campaign, the 99th annual diocesan Catholic Charity Appeal has met 34 percent of its goal, with nearly $2.4 million in gifts pledged. A letter from Bishop Richard G. Henning to the faithful on January 8 kicked off the Appeal, which provides crucial funding needed to support many diocesan outreach ministries.

By Cole DeSantis, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent - WARWICK — The annual School Choice Fair held on Sunday, Jan. 21 at the ballroom in the Crowne Plaza, was an event dedicated to raising awareness of the educational options that exist for parents in the state of Rhode Island. (PHOTO: COLE DESANTIS)

This year, we have been reading from the Gospel of Mark, “a gospel in a hurry.” It moves quickly through the events of Jesus’ ministry, jumping right in at his first proclamation of the kingdom. It frequently repeats a term that translates as “right away,” or “immediately.” Mark rarely gives us the details found in the other gospels.

Get inspired this Lent! Listen to our custom Lenten playlist on Spotify!

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In our Lenten Reels Series, Rev. Albert P. Marcello, III, Chaplain at RI Hospital and Defender of the Bond and Judge in the Diocesan Tribunal explains.

One month from today! All Catholic adults are invited to be refreshed in their faith, enjoy fellowship with others, and be equipped to discuss the Catholic Faith. Dynamic speaker and author Matthew Leonard will present the Keynote Address, “Further Up, Further In: A Spiritual Clarion Call for Catholics.” Other talks will discuss scripture and various topics within the Catholic faith as well as strategies for sharing the Faith with adults, teens, and children. The day begins with Holy Mass at 8:30 AM. The schedule also includes informative talks, lunch, and Confessions. Purchase tickets and get more information at...

By Daniel McQuillan, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent - The Rhode Island Catholic continues its series on the Eucharist for the second phase of the National Eucharistic Revival, speaking with Father Joseph Upton, pastor of St. Mary of the Bay Church and St. Alexander Church in Warren. (Image: RI Catholic)

The following clergy appointment has been made within the Diocese of Providence

On Ash Wednesday, Feb 14, Catholics begin the forty-day season called Lent which precedes the celebration of Easter, Christ’s resurrection from the dead. Resources here for you as we journey these 40 days. 

The Diocese of Providence is pleased to learn that the Holy Father, Pope Francis, has appointed Father James T. Ruggieri, a priest of the Diocese of Providence, as Bishop of Portland (Maine).