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"Most blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb. And how does this happen to me, that the mother of my Lord should come to me?" - Luke 1:42-43 (Artwork ----- Visitation: Mariotto Albertinelli, 1503 - Oil on wood, 232 x 146 cm, Galleria degli Uffizi)

The following clergy appointments have been made within the Diocese of Providence.

Isabella Fechter first P.C. student to graduate with a degree in Catholic Studies (Photo: Cole DeSantis)

IT'S NOT TOO LATE TO SIGN UP!!! - Mother of Hope Camp offers many fun and exciting outdoor experiences including archery, arts & crafts, canoeing, challenge course, basketball, exploring, field games, fishing, hiking, nature & pet education programs, swimming on Mother of Hope Camp's private beach, volleyball, and of course, making new friends. Learn more or register now for the best summer ever! (Photo: MOH Camp)

By RICK SNIZEK, Executive Editor - TIVERTON — Founded 130 years ago by the Venerable Father Michael McGivney at St. Mary’s Parish in New Haven, Connecticut, the Knights of Columbus is the world’s largest Catholic fraternal service organization. (Photo: Rick Snizek)

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The month of May is dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary! Every Monday in May, we’ll be bringing you some short, digestible info on the Church’s teaching on Mary. (Image: Diocese of Providence)

The Chancery Office Building is closed today for Memorial Day

Holy Trinity Sunday is celebrated a week after Pentecost Sunday, in honor of the most fundamental of Christian beliefs. (Image: USCCB)

By Cole DeSantis, Rhode Island Catholic correspondent - PROVIDENCE — The Cathedral of SS. Peter and Paul hosted the annual Men of St. Joseph Internationals' 14th annual Men’s Conference on Saturday, May 4. The event was organized by the Diocesan chapter of the Men of St. Joseph International (MOSJI).(Photo: Cole DeSantis)

By Cole DeSantis, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent - PROVIDENCE — The Rhode Island Senate voted 29 to 7 on Thursday, May 2, in favor of Bill SB2262, also known as the Healthcare Provider Shield Act. Proposed before the Senate by Sen. Dawn Euer of District 13 (Newport, Jamestown), the bill sought to solidify Rhode Island’s status as a sanctuary state for those seeking medical treatment associated with abortion or transgender-related care.

Transcendent and immanent — these are not words of everyday speech. They are theological words that express a tension found in language about God....

Bishop Henning delivers invocation at annual memorial to local firefighters who’ve died in the line of duty (Photo: Cole DeSantis)

Holy Masses will be celebrated simultaneously in cemetery chapels across the Diocese of Providence on the morning of Memorial Day at 10 a.m., for the repose of the souls of those who have given their lives in the service of their nation. Join us in prayer at any one of the locations. Click for details. (Photo: Rick Snizek)

Also known as National Maritime Day, this day is an opportunity to recognize the hardworking men and women of the U.S. Merchant Marine, seafarers, fishers, port personnel, and all who work or travel on the high seas for the vital services they provide in support of our nation's economic well-being and national security. (Image: USCCB)

Novena honoring the Feast of the Visitation - click below to sign up!

I would like to express belated best wishes to all of the good mothers and grandmothers of our parishes and schools. I hope that Mother’s Day was a joyful celebration of gratitude to mothers for their love and devotion. Mother’s Day is also a traditional time to turn to yards and gardens as the land shakes off the vestiges of winter....

The reality is that Ordinary Time is anything but ordinary....

The month of May is dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary! Every Monday in May, we’ll be bringing you some short, digestible info on the Church’s teaching on Mary. (Image: Diocese of Providence)

This celebration helps us to remember that growth in the Christian life must be anchored to the Mystery of the Cross, to the oblation of Christ in the Eucharistic Banquet and to the Mother of the Redeemer and Mother of the Redeemed, the Virgin who makes her offering to God. (Image: USCCB)