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Many take it for granted that the “ Order of Christian Funerals ,” which includes the Reception of the Body, the Vigil Service (Wake), and Holy Mass, will culminate at the Catholic …
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10/30/25
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A Jubilee Celebration of Sacred Art PROVIDENCE — A Jubilee Celebration of Sacred Art will take place at St. Patrick Church Hall on Saturday, Nov. 1, from noon to 5 p.m. Come meet local and …
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10/30/25
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By Jason Adkins OSV News Pope Leo XIV has urged the faithful — especially those in public life — not to live “divided lives.” That is, we must not compartmentalize our faith …
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By Jason Adkins, OSV News
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10/30/25
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When Patriarch Kirill of Moscow and All Rus’ was head of the Russian Orthodox Church’s external relations department, he would occasionally come to Washington, where the Librarian of …
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10/30/25
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For many decades, perhaps even for many centuries, an infant’s baptismal garment was a prideful decision on the part of parents. Perhaps a baptismal robe had been handed down from one …
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10/30/25
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PROVIDENCE — “No matter what we are facing, no matter how desperate our circumstances, no matter how much pain we must endure, God’s mercy overcomes and endures forever,” …
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10/30/25
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PROVIDENCE— The Diocese of Providence hosted a wedding anniversary celebration at the Cathedral of SS. Peter and Paul Sunday, Oct. 26. The day’s events for couples commemorating milestone …
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By Cole DeSantis, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent
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10/30/25
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PROVIDENCE — Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel: The Exhibition®, the renowned touring exhibition that has welcomed over 3 million visitors worldwide, is making its Rhode Island debut. Now …
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10/30/25
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It is common, both in America and globally, to use the phrases “Catholic” and “Roman Catholic” interchangeably. The truth, however, is that our one Church includes no fewer …
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By DANIEL J. HOLMES, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent
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10/30/25
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PROVIDENCE — Diocese of Providence Bishop Bruce A. Lewandowski, C.Ss.R., and Providence College President Father Ken Sicard, O.P., were recently joined by Catholic school teachers and students …
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10/30/25
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PROVIDENCE — As of press time, Hurricane Melissa intensified into a Category 5 storm, leaving families in Jamaica and southern Haiti to face an immediate and devastating threat. With projected …
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10/29/25
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TO THE EDITOR:
Please convey my prayer and appreciation to Bishop Bruce for the two contributions to the Rhode Island Catholic for the week of October 2. The letter by the Bishop on World Day of …
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Sister Genevieve-Marie Vigil, SJC, and the Sisters of St. Joseph of Cluny, Middletown
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10/23/25
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WARWICK — While scores of guests generated a joyous din with their mingling, chatting, laughing, and cocktail-and-hors d’oeuvre indulging, one beleaguered gentleman sat quietly, …
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By Erik Scalavino, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent
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10/23/25
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PROVIDENCE — Religious Latin American folk music celebrating Our Lady filled the square outside the Cathedral of SS. Peter and Paul on Saturday. The joyful sounds, marking the destination for …
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By Cole DeSantis, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent
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10/23/25
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A Taste of Fall International Food Fest PROVIDENCE — Holy Name of Jesus Parish will hold an international food festival on Saturday, Oct. 25, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the rectory, 99 Camp St. …
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10/23/25
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Next week, trick-or-treaters will wear colorful costumes as part of this nation’s Halloween festivities. The origin of Halloween, however, invites us to remember two important feast days in the …
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10/23/25
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Last Thursday, the White House announced President Trump’s plan to expand access to In vitro fertilization (IVF). Although the administration will no longer require an executive mandate for …
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10/23/25
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The triduum of All Hallows Eve, All Saints Day and All Souls Day is a big deal in our home, as it is in the Church. We love to celebrate Hallowmass with special treats, books, pumpkins, movies and …
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10/23/25
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Pope Francis’ episcopal and papal motto was “Miserando atque eligendo” which might be broadly translated “Miserable yet chosen.” No doubt the pontiff viewed himself as …
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10/23/25
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By Cole DeSantis, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent BURRILLVILLE — On Monday, Sept. 29, local faithful and parishioners gathered at the Shrine of the Little Flower to take part in a …
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By Cole DeSantis, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent
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10/23/25
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