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Fraternal charity has been the hallmark of Christianity since revelation took shape
Will and Owen are young brothers only a couple of years apart in age. They are also happily good friends who might resolutely fight over the sharing of toys but also amicably agree on a video to … more
Pope Francis wears a mask during his Christmas message and blessing "urbi et orbi" (to the city and the world) delivered from the Hall of Blessings at the Vatican Dec. 25, 2020. (CNS photo/Vatican Media)
Pope on Christmas: Share Hope, Promote Peace, Give Vaccine to All
VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- On a Christmas like no other, Pope Francis prayed for people who could not be with their families because of the COVID-19 pandemic, but he urged everyone to recognize and help … more
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Pope Francis kisses a figurine of the baby Jesus as he celebrates Christmas Eve Mass in St. Peter's Basilica at the Vatican Dec. 24, 2020. The Mass was not open to the general public and began at 7:30 p.m. local time so that the limited number of attendees could return home in time to observe Italy's 10 p.m. curfew. (CNS photo/Vatican Media)
Pope at Christmas: Jesus' Birth Brings Hope in Troubling Times
The birth of Christ is a gift from God that brings people hope and courage in troubled times, Pope Francis said Christmas Eve.   "Underlying all our strengths and weaknesses, stronger than … more
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Bishop Thomas J. Tobin pauses to bless the creche as he processes into the sanctuary to celebrate Mass on Christmas morning at the Cathedral of SS. Peter and Paul.
Bishop Tobin Offers a Message of Renewed Hope at Christmas Mass
PROVIDENCE — Bishop Thomas J. Tobin offered a message of renewed hope as he celebrated the 10 a.m. Mass on Christmas morning at the Cathedral of SS. Peter and Paul. He began by offering a … more
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Special Events Listings for 12.17.20
Christmas Masses to be celebrated at the Cathedral of SS. Peter and Paul PROVIDENCE — The Most Rev. Thomas J. Tobin, Bishop of Providence, will celebrate Christmas Day Mass at 10 a.m. The … more
Euthanasia on the Rise
In December, an Austrian federal court overturned legal provisions which outlawed euthanasia. The court said that the previous legal provision “violates the right of self-determination,” … more
Becerra a Worrying Choice for HHS Secretary
President-Elect Joseph Biden’s choice to lead the Department of Health and Human Services is California Attorney General Xavier Becerra. This is a worrying choice.As California attorney general … more
Mia RIcci, 9, presents gift bags that she prepared for guests staying at the diocesan Emmanuel House homeless shelter to James Jahnz, diocesan supervisor of Catholic Social Services, at the chancery.
St. Mark’s parishioner answers the call to service
PROVIDENCE — Mia Ricci became so inspired by the message of empowerment being offered to her and her fellow fourth graders at Oaklawn Elementary School during a Feinstein Junior Scholars event … more
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Outside of the Mary House food pantry and shelter at St. Patrick Parish, Marian Mattison and her granddaughter, Scarlett Raucci, stand beside the table of donations for the less fortunate they were able to purchase through their unique shell and stone selling charity. Pastor Father James Ruggieri, on the right, holds up a special stone which Scarlett painted just for him.
Youngster using artistic talent to help the homeless
NARRAGANSETT — Scarlett sells seashells by the seashore — and anywhere else her little red wagon will take her. It isn’t just shells, either: she also has a plethora of pebbles and … more
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St. Joseph, the Unsung Hero
A few years ago, as Christmas approached, someone mentioned to me that it was a shame that there aren’t more Christmas cards depicting St. Joseph with the Baby Jesus. Since that comment, … more
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