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Beyond Grateful for St. Augustine School
St. Teresa of Calcutta said, “Be thankful for small things, it is in them that your strength lies.” The St. Augustine student council put together 26 baskets, including all of the … more
Prout students present Bishop Tobin with $1,000 check for Hurricane Ian relief efforts
Students at The Prout School in Wakefield raised $1,000 to benefit the Diocese of Providence’s support for Hurricane Ian relief efforts. The strong Category 4 storm ravaged Florida’s … more
The Lord is doing great things for us, especially in our Catholic schools
Last year, we celebrated the 150th anniversary of our diocese with the theme “The Lord Has Done Great Things for Us; We are Filled with Joy” (Ps 126:3). Indeed, He has! We always have … more
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Students of the St. Dominique School in Marigot, Haiti, display their unity.
Providence Haiti Outreach thankful for the support it receives to educate island nation's young people
PROVIDENCE — In Haiti, where gang violence has long plagued the impoverished island nation, an outbreak of cholera this fall has led to further instability as those in need of treatment often … more
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Annie Smith, NCEA vice president of data and research, said eighth graders pre-COVID-19 were about 5% better in math and 6% better in reading — the new numbers, based on testing conducted in 2021, showed a wider separation between the two. Catholic schools’ scores have pretty much bounced back to the levels they had achieved prior to the coronavirus pandemic’s onset in March 2020. The only area that is still not up to snuff is eighth-grade math, which is still five points behind pre-pandemic levels. Even so, said NCEA president Lincoln Snyder, those numbers are 15 points ahead of the comparable figures reported by public schools.
NCEA reports quicker academic recovery from pandemic for Catholic schools
WASHINGTON (CNS) — The National Catholic Educational Association says Catholic schools have recovered more quickly from the pandemic than its public school counterparts.The successes, according … more
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A Veteran’s Day prayer service was held on November 9 in St. Rocco Church in Johnston. Students from St. Rocco School read poems that they wrote, carried photos of loved ones, sang patriotic songs, and prayed for all veterans.
Rhode Island Catholic students honor local heroes at Veteran's Day events
Father Damian Marie Day, O. P., (Joseph Michael Day), son of Liz and Fred Day of Rehoboth, Massachusetts, and valedictorian of Providence College’s Class of 2015, was ordained a Roman Catholic priest with the Dominican Order on May 21 at The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C. by Archbishop Augustine Di Noia, O.P.
Carrying the Torch: Providence College Experiences Surge in Dominican Vocation
PROVIDENCE — It might not seem noteworthy at first to suggest that Providence College has been producing a lot of Friars lately — the school has been graduating them by the classful ever … more
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Kids learn about God's love through fun activities in new ministry for parishes
The recent “yoking” of the parishes of Christ the King and St. Anthony in West Warwick has brought a new ministry to the parishes. In September of this school year, the staff and … more
Sister Jeanne celebrates 65 years of entering Mercy order
Father Bernard A. Healey, pastor of Our Lady of Mercy Church, East Greenwich, accompanied by Our Lady of Mercy School Principal Patrick McNabb, presents a basket of fruit and a certificate to honor … more
Inspired by Providence’s WaterFire, Salve Regina hosted an illuminated walk highlighting the university’s mercy heritage and history, beginning at the gates of Gerety Hall.
Salve Regina celebrates Diamond Anniversary by torchlight
NEWPORT — Salve Regina University recently celebrated its 75th Anniversary with a visit from a very distinguished guest indeed: the Venerable Mother Catherine McAuley, founder of the Religious … more
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Bishop Thomas J. Tobin joins The Prout School Principal David Estes, right, Father Carl Fisette, school chaplain, left, and students in the dedication and blessing of The Meghan C. Cooney Field on Wednesday, Sept. 14 in Wakefield.
Loving commitment of donors and diocese makes completion of Prout’s Meghan C. Cooney Field a reality
WAKEFIELD — Two decades since the idea was first conceived for a first-rate athletic field for The Prout School students to play soccer and lacrosse, the field has now successfully been … more
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Saint Paul School begins 100th year with Mass of Thanksgiving
CRANSTON — Alumni, teachers, staff, students and their families filled Saint Paul Church in Cranston on Sunday, Sept. 18 to take part in a Mass of Thanksgiving and look back on a century of … more
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Sister Regina Brennan was honored on September 16 for her 44 years of touching minds and hearts at St. Raphael Academy. The guidance office is now known as the Sister Regina Brennan Guidance Center.
Guidance center dedicated to beloved member of St. Raphael Academy faculty
PAWTUCKET — St. Raphael Academy has dedicated the Sister Regina Brennan Guidance Center in honor of one of the longest working and most beloved members of the St. Ray’s faculty.The … more
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Providence College to Launch new school of Nursing and Health Sciences
PROVIDENCE — Providence College (PC) President Father Kenneth R. Sicard, O.P., has announced that the College will launch a new School of Nursing and Health Sciences (SNHS). The new school will … more
Salve Regina University partners with University of Saint Joseph on pathway to master of social work degree
NEWPORT — Salve Regina University and the University of Saint Joseph (West Hartford, Conn.), both Mercy institutions, have partnered to develop a pathway leading to a bachelor’s degree … more
Saint Philip Community Assisted Partnership Program hits the nail on the head
The Saint Philip Community Assisted Partnership (C.A.P.) Program is a new and exciting learning initiative, designed exclusively for middle school students at St. Philip School, Greenville. Through … more
Diocesan Youth Day was held on September 10 at Our Lady of Fatima Church, Cumberland, and offered teens and young adults an active way to live their faith. The event featured the celebration of Holy Mass with Msgr. Albert A. Kenney, the Sacrament of Reconciliation, adoration, worship music, meals, games, speakers and more.
Participants feel energized, inspired at Diocesan Youth Day 2022
CUMBERLAND — On Saturday, Sept. 10, the annual Diocesan Youth Day was held at Our Lady of Fatima Church in Cumberland. The event was attended by approximately 150 high school and college-aged … more
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Sacred Heart School Players smile after rehearsing for Jewel of India, an original script about St. Teresa of Calcutta.
Sacred Heart School Players to present ‘Jewel of India’
EAST PROVIDENCE — Just before the pandemic, Karen Nerney, a fourth grade teacher at Sacred Heart School and director of the Sacred Heart Players, felt called to write a play about St. Teresa of … more
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Starting the school year with 'faith as our guide'
On September 8, Bishop Thomas J. Tobin celebrated the Opening of School Mass at Bishop Hendricken High School in Warwick. “With faith as our guide, we look forward to a productive, safe, and … more
From left, Stephen Baker and Mike Castelli smile as they hold their diplomas from Bishop Hendricken High School
Stephen Baker becomes first Hendricken Options grad to join Villanova’s new VUnited Program
EAST GREENWICH —The Tom and Terri Murphy Foundation has announced the enrollment of Stephen Baker into the VUnited Scholars Program at Villanova University. Baker is the first graduate of the … more
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