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Why the World Needs Mary Now More Than Ever
The world always needs Mary. It needs her example; it needs her holiness; and it needs her powerful prayers. But a good case can be made that, in the midst of the disorder, division and confusion … more
Rory Sullivan of Saint Raphael Academy has been named the 2023-24 Gatorade Rhode Island Girls Cross Country Player of the Year.
Student-Athlete Named Gatorade R.I. Girls Cross Country Player of the Year
PAWTUCKET — In its 39th year of honoring the nation’s most elite high school athletes, Gatorade announced Rory Sullivan of Saint Raphael Academy is the 2023-24 Gatorade Rhode Island Girls … more
Students learn about the anatomy of the human brain
Middle school students from Father John V. Doyle School, in Coventry, recently had an exciting visit from Dr. Heimer-McGinn and her team from Brain Waves Rhode Island. Students learned about the … more
Saint Augustine students take on faculty in basketball game
Saint Augustine School, Providence, eighth-graders take on the school faculty in a fast-paced basketball game, ending in a win for the students. more
Special Event Listings for 05.02.24
Pilgrimage to the National Eucharistic Congress INDIANAPOLIS — The Diocese of Providence Pilgrimage to the National Eucharistic Congress at Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis, Indiana, is … more
The Fire of Love
On May 4, the Church marks the feast day of St. Florian, a third-century Christian martyr. Florian was a high-ranking officer in the army of the Roman Empire. One of his particular duties was to … more
The warm smile of the Blessed Mother holding the infant Jesus greets those at Saint Augustine School and Parish in Providence. May is traditionally dedicated in a special way to honoring Mary and seeking her intercession.
Full of Grace: Celebrate May's Marian Feasts
The Catholic Church has dedicated numerous feast days throughout the year to events in the life of Mary and her various titles. The following are some of the feasts of Mary in the month of May: Feast … more
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On Oct. 24, 2020, Bishop Thomas J. Tobin, ordained nine men to the Sacred Order of Deacons at the Cathedral of SS. Peter and Paul, Providence. The next class of permanent deacons for the Diocese of Providence will be ordained in 2026.
Future deacons serve as ‘light of Christ’ in diocese
PROVIDENCE — It’s hard for a priest to know all his parishioners personally or to faithfully carry out his plateful of duties alone. To fill this gap, servant-leaders are often assigned … more
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Christians are called to celebrate the generous offerings of Mary Stewart
Occasionally, in anthologies of popular prayers, one might come across a series of petitions entitled “Mary Stewart’s Prayer,” or, correctly, “Mary Stewart’s … more
Members of the Rhode Island Polish-American community gather at St. Adalbert’s Parish in Providence to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the establishment of its current parish building. Above, Bishop Richard G. Henning was presented with a medal of Our Lady of Czenstochowa.
St. Adalbert's celebrates centennial of its founding
By Cole DeSantis Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent PROVIDENCE —St. Adalbert’s Parish in Providence celebrated the 100th anniversary of its founding, with Holy Mass celebrated by Bishop … more
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Catholic Communication Campaign supports national and local media that connect millions with Christ
WASHINGTON— On May 11-12, Catholics across the United States will have an opportunity to support the communications ministry of the Catholic Church, both locally and globally through the … more
Bishop of Incheon, South Korea visits St. Paul Parish
Bishop John Baptist Jung Shin-chul, Bishop of Incheon, South Korea, visited St. Paul Parish, Cranston, home of the Korean Catholic Community of Rhode Island (KCCRI), on Sunday, April 14, to celebrate … more
The Men of St. Joseph group make their consecration to St. Joseph.
Fraternity and faith strengthen Men of St. Joseph
GREENVILLE — “Every man needs Christian fellowship, not just good friends, but good Christian friends,” Don Turbitt, founding member of Men of St. Joseph International, strongly … more
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Spring in full bloom
Hundreds of daffodils brighten the lawn of St. Lucy Church, in Middletown, on a beautiful Sunday afternoon on April 21. Each spring, thousands of daffodils can be seen adorning lawns along Rte. 138 … more
Pope Francis kisses a child as he rides the popemobile around St. Peter's Square at the Vatican before his weekly general audience April 24, 2024.
Jesus laid down his life out of love for each person, pope says
VATICAN CITY—When Jesus called himself the “good shepherd,” he was telling people not only that he was their guide, but that they were important to him and “that he thinks of … more
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The Response to Child Sexual Abuse
Child sexual abuse poisons all segments of society - families, schools, churches, community organizations, and health and welfare institutions. The Centers for Disease Control estimates that 1 in 7 … more
Special Event Listings for 04.25.24
Are You Called to be a Deacon? RHODE ISLAND — Deacons are men who love God and love the Church; they feel called to serve in a more committed way. The role of the deacon is to be a helper of … more
Students, clergy and faculty, gather at St. Dominic’s chapel at Providence College to celebrate the initiation of the newest members of the Catholic family.
A Love of the Faith: 32 receive Sacraments of Initiation
PROVIDENCE — Bishop Richard G. Henning celebrated Mass and the Sacrament of Confirmation at St. Dominic’s Chapel on the Providence College campus on Sunday, April 21. On a sunny morning, … more
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Students from All Saints STEAM Academy in Middletown marvel at the sight of the rare eclipse through their solar safe glasses.
Eclipse offers unique educational opportunity for STEAM students
MIDDLETOWN — One of the aims of Catholic education is to foster a deeper appreciation for the beauty of God’s creation. This is no more on display than at All Saints Academy in … more
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Divine Mercy and the Confessional
We recently celebrated “Divine Mercy Sunday.” What look like rays of light, red and blue, symbolize blood and water: Eucharist and Baptism. This image brings us back to the Cross. The … more
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