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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)

We're praying the Novena to the Holy Spirit, from today, the Friday after Ascension Thursday to Saturday, the Vigil of Pentecost. This novena commemorates the nine days between the Ascension of Our Lord and the descent of the Holy Spirit on the first Pentecost Sunday. During this time Our Lady and the twelve Apostles prayed in the upper room for the coming of the Paraclete. (Image: Diocese of Providence file)

By Jennifer Barton, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent - DETROIT — A large black steed, a Tennessee Walking Horse, cantered back and forth across the fields of a farm outside Lima, Ohio. No saddle, bridle or bit adorned the beast ridden by the boy who would grow up to become the bishop of Providence. (PHOTO COURTESY OF BISHOP BRUCE A. LEWANDOWSKI, C.SS.R.)

This is a Holy Day of Obligation.

Support Catholic Communications in the Diocese of Providence, RI, June 7 and 8 (Photo: Diocese of Providence)

By Rick Snizek, Executive Editor - BALTIMORE — About two weeks ago, during his last days as an auxiliary bishop in the Archdiocese of Baltimore, Providence Bishop-Designate Bruce Lewandowski welcomed Rhode Island Catholic to shadow him for a weekend filled with Masses and activities in and around “Charm City,” as Baltimore is famously known. (Photo: Rick Snizek)

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)

By Christopher Gunty, Catholic Review - When a priest is named a bishop, one of the things he has to do is create a personal coat of arms. Most turn to a handful of artists in the country who specialize in episcopal heraldry. When Most. Rev. Bruce A. Lewandowski, C.Ss.R., first became a bishop he looked no further than his sister. (Printed with permission)

By Cole DeSantis, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent - PROVIDENCE — “Go forth and make disciples of all nations.” These were among the last words spoken by Our Lord before ascending into heaven, according to Matthew 28:19. This final command has been the motivating factor for the Church’s growth for the past 2,000 years. (PHOTO COURTESY OF BISHOP LEWANDOWSKI)

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By RICK SNIZEK, Executive Editor - PROVIDENCE — As he took his final steps to the front door of the Cathedral of SS. Peter and Paul, Bishop Bruce A. Lewandowski, C.Ss.R. appeared to be reflecting on the enormity of the moment before him as he prepared to become the tenth bishop of Providence. (Photo: Laura Kilgus)

The Chancery Office Building is closed for the Memorial Day holiday beginning Friday, May 23 - the offices will re-open Tuesday, May 27 at 8:30 a.m. Have a safe and happy holiday!

Invitamos a toda la comunidad hispana de Rhode Island a la misa de bienvenida a nuestro nuevo Obispo Bruce A. Lewandowski, C.Ss.R. qué se llevará a cabo en la catedral de San Pedro y San Pablo el Jueves 22 de mayo a las 7:00 pm. Después de la misa podremos saludar al Sr. Obispo Bruce y compartir un acto cultural con danzas folclóricas y aperitivos en el salón de la catedral. Esta Santa Misa de bienvenida se transmitirá en vivo desde la Catedral de los Santos Pedro y Pablo a partir de las 7 p. m. en el canal diocesano de YouTube - https://provd.io/live.

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!

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)

You are invited to the Public Reception for Most Rev. Bruce A. Lewandowski, C.Ss.R. on Tuesday, May 20, 2025 from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Omni Providence Hotel on the first floor in the Narragansett Ballroom. Click for all the details!

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)

By RICK SNIZEK, Executive Editor - VATICAN CITY —Three days after stepping out as the newly elected successor to Pope Francis, Pope Leo XIV again emerged from behind the red curtains to thunderous applause onto the central loggia of St. Peter’s Basilica to offer his first Regina Caeli address as pontiff. (Photo: Rick Snizek)

Adoration is a quiet time spent in prayer before Jesus present in the Eucharist. Join us Sundays from noon to 1 p.m. in the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul, Providence. This Holy Hour will be offered for the Jubilee Year and Vocations to the priesthood and Religious Life in our Diocese. All are welcome! (Photo: RI Catholic)