Rhode Island Catholic

Love takes many forms in the Christian life

The Old Testament Book of Tobit is a fanciful tale of Jewish life about two hundred years before Christ. Prayers, psalms, and aphorisms blend a chilling narrative about persecution with a charming … more

9/15/22

The best is yet to come

Robert Browning, John Lennon and Pope Francis. What could a Victorian-era poet, a 20th century rock star and a 21st century pope possibly have in common? Well, I recently discovered something – … more

9/15/22

Britain's Queen Elizabeth II talks with Pope Francis during a meeting at the Vatican in this April 3, 2014, file photo. Queen Elizabeth died Sept. 8, 2022, at the age of 96.

Pope Commends Queen Elizabeth II for her Steadfast Faith

The world mourned the death of Queen Elizabeth II alongside her subjects this past September 8. Providentially, Her Majesty died on the Feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, our Heavenly … more

9/15/22

There is a Season for Everything

Mourners attentive to the Church’s funeral rites will often hear these words from the Book of Ecclesiastes: “There is an appointed time for everything, and a time for every affair under … more

9/15/22

The Shrine of the Little Flower celebrated it’s 99th Anniversary Day on Sunday, Aug. 21. The day included Mass with Auxiliary Bishop Robert C. Evans as celebrant. Additional devotions included a living Rosary, Stations of the Cross, and Eucharistic Adoration throughout the day.

St. Theresa Shrine celebrates 99th anniversary

BURRILLVILLE — St. Theresa Catholic Church and Shrine recently marked the 99th anniversary of its founding.St. Theresa Parish, one of the earliest shrines dedicated to St. Theresa of Lisieux, … more

By COLE DeSANTIS, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent | 9/15/22

Catholic Youth Ministry director to retire after three decades of service

PROVIDENCE — Louise “Duce” Dussault, Director of Catholic Youth Ministry for the Diocese of Providence, has announced her plans to retire at the end of December 2022.For more than … more

9/8/22

On Sept. 1, Bishop Thomas J. Tobin marked Bishop Robert C. Evans’ 75th birthday by hosting a gathering for cake in his chancery office. During the party, Bishop Tobin offered his birthday wishes and prayers for Bishop Evans, thanking him for his many years of service to the Diocese of Providence.

Bishop Evans marks milestone birthday

Auxiliary Bishop Robert C. Evans celebrated his 75th birthday last week with a pair of events to mark the occasion. On his birthday, Friday, Sept. 2, Bishop Evans was the principal celebrant at a … more

9/8/22

We Can Diagram Sentences, But Not Life

Perhaps prompted by the beginning of a new school year, recently I’ve been remembering my elementary school days, and some of the routines we had and the things we learned. And one of them was … more

9/8/22

National Day of Remembrance

RIVERSIDE — The National Day of Remembrance will be held on Saturday, Sept. 10, 10 a.m., at the Guardian Angel statue in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, 550 Wampanoag Trail, remembering all the … more

9/8/22

Zack Gottsagen and Shia LaBeouf star in a scene from the movie "The Peanut Butter Falcon." T

An Unexpected Conversion

Padre Pio led many people to conversion during his earthly life, and he continues to do so from his place in God’s eternal Kingdom. One of his most recent heavenly converts is actor Shia … more

9/8/22

The Evils of ‘Gender Support Plans’

Does your son or daughter have a “gender support plan”? If he or she does, you probably don’t know about it. As Edie Heipel stated in a recent Catholic News Agency article, … more

9/8/22

At Masses on September 17-18, our parish will join others throughout the Diocese in a special second collection in support of the Senior Priest Retirement Fund. The collection is also our way of saying “thank you” for that service. Please consider a generous donation in support of our senior priests. To learn how this fund benefits senior priests or to make an online donation, please visit www.srpriestri.com. Thank you for your support of this worthy endeavor.

A retired priest’s ministry is never done

The Catholic people of Rhode Island have annually displayed great generosity toward the retired priests of the diocese. Last year a total of $268,000 was donated by parishioners to the Senior … more

9/8/22

‘Take Comfort, My People’

“Take comfort, my people” (Isaiah 40:1) is a common enough phrase during the Advent season, but there is no reason why this divine directive should be limited to that time of year. In … more

9/8/22

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

9/8/22

Last Spring, Aidan Paplauskas, now a freshman at Cranston West, chose to design and build an outdoor classroom for his alma mater, St. Mary’s School in Cranston, as part of his Eagle Scout Service Project. The result is a beautiful space that students will benefit from for years to come.

Young alum gives back with new outdoor classroom at St. Mary’s

By Laura KilgusAssistant EditorCRANSTON — Aidan Paplauskas, a recent graduate of St. Mary’s School, has put his heart, soul and sweat into a project to benefit an alma mater that has … more

By Laura Kilgus, Assistant Editor | 9/8/22

Salve Regina University’s chapter of Best Buddies has been selected as the Outstanding Chapter in Rhode Island.

Salve's Best Buddies named Outstanding Chapter of the Year for second time

NEWPORT — For the second time in three years, Salve Regina University’s chapter of Best Buddies has been selected as the Outstanding Chapter in Rhode Island.Best Buddies International is … more

9/8/22

Sister Beretta stepping down as president of St. Mary Academy – Bay View after 2022-23 school year

EAST PROVIDENCE — St. Mary Academy — Bay View has announced beloved Sister Marybeth Beretta is planning to step away from her role as president following the completion of the 2022-2023 … more

9/8/22

New Barbara A. Papitto Science and Innovation Center immerses students in hands-on, advanced 21st Century learning

As more women pursue careers in the sciences, STEM still remains a male-dominated field with limited leadership positions held by women. Bay View is working to change that. Made possible by more than … more

9/8/22

Getting to know the new Superintendent of R.I. Catholic Schools

Following an extensive, nationwide search, Bishop Thomas J. Tobin has appointed Dr. James Power as Superintendent of Catholic Schools for the Diocese of Providence. The Superintendent of Catholic … more

By Cole DeSantis, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent | 9/8/22

Special Event Listings for 09.08.22

The 33rd annual SPRED Mass and picnicEXETER — The 33rd annual SPRED Mass and picnic will be held on Saturday, Sept. 10, at The St. Kateri Tekakwitha Catholic Church, 84 Exeter Road, beginning … more

9/8/22