Week of Prayer for Christian Unity
PAWTUCKET — A Week of Prayer for Christian Unity will begin January 18, January 19, January 23, January 24 and January 25 at 9 a.m., at St. Joseph Church, 195 Walcott St.
American Heritage Girls to host open registration
SEEKONK, Mass. — The American Heritage Girls will hold open registration on January 18, from 3:45 – 5:15 p.m., at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 984 Taunton Ave. (Rte. 44) Seekonk, Mass. Parents and daughters are welcome to join us to learn about AHG and enjoy some faith, service and fun. AHG is a faith-based character development program for girls’ ages 5 – 18 dedicated to the mission of building women of integrity through service to God, family, community and country. For more information, contact Troop Coordinator Liz Day at (774)-991-0729 or visit www.americanheritagegirls.org.
All You Can Eat Pasta and Meatball Supper to benefit parish social ministry
MANVILLE — St. James Church, 33 Division St. will host an All You Can Eat Pasta and Meatball Supper to benefit parish social ministry on Saturday, Jan. 20, from 4-7 p.m., in Father Brindamour Hall. The meal, which also includes salad, rolls, dessert and beverages, costs $8.00 per person and $5.00 for children 10 and under. Tickets should be purchased in advance by calling the parish office at 766-1558. They will also be available at the door.
Hope and Cope Group meetings scheduled
PORTSMOUTH — The next meeting of the Hope & Cope Group is January 21, at 5 p.m. at St. Barnabas Church, 1697 East Main Road. Hope & Cope is a faith-based support group intended for those struggling with or supporting a family member or a friend struggling with alcohol or drug addictions or mental distress. Hope & Cope is open to everyone interested in this ministry. Meetings are held in the Chapel Meeting Room (under the small Chapel) from 5 – 6 p.m. This program is free, and no registration is required. For more information, please email Deacon John Silvia (deaconjohn@jsilvia.com). The upcoming scheduled Hope & Cope group meeting dates are: January 21, 2018; February 18; March 18; April 22; May 20; June 17; July 22; August 19; September 23; October 21; November 18; and Dec. 16, 2018.
Knights of Columbus to host Blood Drive
RIVERSIDE — The Knights of Columbus Council 1528 in East Providence, working with the Rhode Island Blood Center, will host a Blood Drive on Sunday, Jan. 21, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., at 3200 Pawtucket Ave. All presenting donors will receive a Dunkin Donuts gift card. Donors are asked to be certain they eat a good meal and stay hydrated before donating, as well as to bring identification. Appointments are strongly encouraged. Please contact Joe at Ltuta1@aol.com or 781-910-7415.
‘Love and Peace in the Beloved Community:’ A celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr
PROVIDENCE — All are invited to an evening of prayer and song in celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr’s birthday, on Monday, Jan. 22, 7 p.m., at St. Patrick Church, 244 Smith St. This event is sponsored by the Office of Black Catholic Ministry for the Diocese of Providence and St. Patrick Church. Refreshments will be served following the program. For more information, contact the Office of Black Catholic Ministry at 401-278-4552.
Rhode Island Right to Life annual pro-life rally
PROVIDENCE — Rhode Island Right to Life will sponsor a statewide pro-life rally, Wednesday, Jan. 24, 3-4 p.m., in the Statehouse rotunda. Individual participants, and school, church and other organizations are encouraged to bring a sign or banner showing their support for life. For more information, call 521-1860 or email info@rirtl.org.
Woodlawn Catholic Regional to host Open House, Alumni Mass
PAWTUCKET — Woodlawn Catholic Regional School, 61 Hope St., will hold an Open House on Sunday, Jan. 28 from 1 -3 p.m. Learn about our strong academic, faith-based program for grades pre-K through 8. Students may be registered for the 2018-2019 school year. Alumni are invited to attend 11 a.m. Mass at St. Mary’s Church, 103 Pine St., Pawtucket, followed by a coffee hour at the school. For more information, please call 401-723-3759.
Bereavement Support Program scheduled at St. Lucy Church
MIDDLETOWN — The Office of Life and Family of the Diocese of Providence will offer the Our Lady of Sorrows Bereavement Support Program at St. Lucy Church, 909 West Main Road, in the parish center, each Thursday evening 7 - 8:30 p.m., February 1 through March 22. This support group provides topics about grief and healing, the spiritual comforts of the Catholic Faith and a peaceful environment for adults to share about their grief after the loss of a loved one. The group is most appropriate for persons at least three months beyond their loss. There is no cost to attend! For registration or for more information, contact Peter A. Magnotta at 421-7833, ext. 217.
Mardi Gras Breakfast
WARREN—A Mardi Gras Breakfast will be held at St. Alexander Church, 221 Main St., on Sunday, Feb. 11 from 10 a.m. – noon. The menu includes a waffle station, eggs, sausage, ham, homemade homefries, pastries and muffins, fruit, juice, and coffee. Adults $10; Children (12 and under) $7. Tickets are available at the door or sold before or after Mass.
Men’s Movie Night at McVinney to feature ‘Courageous’
PROVIDENCE — Recapture the strength that comes with being true to your vocation as a husband, father, son, priest or single man of faith. Come and view “Courageous.” Men, Confirmation age and older, are invited to this free Lenten movie night at McVinney Auditorium, 43 Dave Gavitt Way, Providence, on Thursday, Feb. 22, 6:30 p.m. This event is sponsored by the Men of St. Joseph International and The Knights of Columbus. Register at www.mcvinneyauditorium.com.
McVinney welcomes PBS star Ethan Bortnick in concert
PROVIDENCE — Sixteen year-old international music sensation, singer, songwriter, pianist, composer, actor, philanthropist and PBS star Ethan Bortnick, will be in concert at McVinney Auditorium, 43 Dave Gavitt Way, for just one night, Saturday, April 28 at 7 p.m., with his newest special, Generations of Music. Tickets are available at www.mcvinneyauditorium.com.
