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Bishop Richard G. Henning visits with students at Immaculate Conception Catholic Regional School after celebrating Mass in the parish church on May 22.

Bishop Henning visits Immaculate Conception School, blesses new Innovation Center

CRANSTON — Thousands of pieces of art lined the walls as students Immaculate Conception Catholic Regional School, or ICCRS, prepared for their second annual art show on May 22, but that was not … more

By EMILY GRANT, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent | 6/13/24

A recently deceased Catholic in the Diocese of Providence bequeathed $500,000 to the Columban Fathers to help ensure the continued operation of their retirement home for priests in Bristol. Above: the retirement home, with chapel in the background.

Columban Fathers receive $500K donation to support retirement home operations

BRISTOL — In spite of the relatively small size of their operation – their priest and retirement home currently houses only 14 retired priests – the Columban Fathers in … more

By Cole DeSantis, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent | 6/13/24

St. Rocco School celebrates 60 years of 'Sharing the Love of the Heart of Christ'

St. Rocco School, Johnston, held a 60th anniversary celebration on Saturday, May 4, with Mass, followed by a reception in Café Rocco. Alumni, family and friends were all present to celebrate … more

6/13/24

Special Event Listings for 06.13.24

Faith on Fire GREENVILLE — Young adults (ages 18-29) are invited to an evening around the fire, Fridays: June 14, July 26, August 9, 7- 9 p.m., at St. Philip Church, which includes a talk from … more

6/13/24

The Challenge of Fatherhood

Studies have demonstrated over and again that children have their best opportunity to thrive when they enjoy the blessing of a mother and a father. This is not to lessen the heroic contribution of … more

6/13/24

The Top 10 Catholic Cities To Visit In America

(OSV News) — Summer is here, and it’s time to travel Catholic America. You’ll find vibrant expressions of Catholic faith in every state — in grand cathedrals and teeny … more

By Marion Amberg , OSV News | 6/6/24

Donald Joseph Sullivan

NARRAGANSETT — Donald Joseph Sullivan, age 94, of Narragansett, passed away peacefully Wednesday, May 22, 2024, in South Kingstown. Donald, the son of Charles P. and Marie Josephine (Flynn) … more

6/6/24

Assignments for 06.06.24

Council of Priests Bishop Henning has appointed the Reverend John C. Codega to serve as a member of the Diocesan Council of Priests replacing Bishop James Ruggieri, effective immediately. more

6/6/24

Put Out Into The Deep

As a child, I spent much of the summertime on or in the waters of the Great South Bay along the south shore of Long Island. I loved crabbing and clamming, swimming and sailing. Because we went as a … more

6/6/24

Summoning the heroes

WARSAW — John Williams, 92-year-old laureate conductor of the Boston Pops Orchestra, has composed some of the most memorable pop-orchestral music of our time, including the themes for Star … more

6/6/24

Special Event Listings 06.06.24

Knights to host free outdoor movie nights CRANSTON — Knights of Columbus, Rev. Richard A. Donnelly Council No. 322, will host free outdoor family movie nights at St. Mark Church in the parish … more

6/6/24

La Salle Academy Lacrosse defeats Moses Brown in State Championship

STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS: The La Salle Academy boys Lacrosse team defeated Moses Brown in the D1 State Championship game held at Brown University with a final score of 19-1. Click here to view more … more

6/6/24

Outstanding Catholic Band

The Sacred Heart School Band, under the direction of Philip Desrosiers, had the honor of winning the elementary/middle school division title of the National Catholic Band Association Outstanding … more

6/6/24

St. Rocco School welcomes Bishop Henning

St. Rocco School welcomes Bishop Henning: Bishop Richard G. Henning smiles with students Emilia Merlino and Giuliana Montella during a recent visit to St. Rocco School in Johnston. more

6/6/24

Father Jay Finelli, pastor of Holy Ghost Church in Tiverton, holds a monstrance, after celebrating the Mass, while his parishioners take to the streets in an annual Corpus Christi procession.

Faithful across the diocese, around the world invite others to share in Christ's bounty

TIVERTON — The parishioners at Holy Ghost Parish in the East Bay joined many across the state and around the world in celebrating the annual Solemnity of Corpus Christi with a procession in … more

By RICK SNIZEK, Executive Editor & Cindy Wooden, Catholic News Service | 6/6/24

‘A Hawk of Great Character and Resolve:’ NFL star, Hendricken grad Kwity Paye returns to alma mater for jersey retirement

WARWICK — A roar of applause echoed throughout Bishop Hendricken High School’s Pepin Gym as a banner revealed the number of 2017 graduate and current NFL defensive end Kwity Paye. The … more

By Chris Jenkins, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent | 6/6/24

Corpus Christi rightly celebrates the Savior’s presence in sacramental and secular life

In response to a number of disturbing surveys, the American bishops have become quite concerned about the belief of American Catholics in the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist. A disturbing … more

6/6/24

Members of the Italian military and of the Pontifical Swiss Guard are seen in this screen grab gathering for Mass at the grotto of the Shrine of Our Lady of Lourdes in France May 25, 2024.

Be proud of your uniform, committed to peace, pope tells military

VATICAN CITY — Entrusting to God’s mercy all of their comrades-in-arms who have died serving their countries and defending peace, Pope Francis urged Catholic members of the military to … more

By Cindy Wooden, Catholic News Service | 5/30/24

Bishop Richard G. Henning gathers with those priests in attendance from the overall group celebrating milestone anniversaries this year during Priest Study Day on May 20 at the Crowne Plaza, Warwick. The entire slate of jubilarians honored is as follows: 25 Years: Rev. João Bapista Barros, CSSp; Rev. John C. Codega; Rev. Jared J. Costanza; Rev. Antony Jeya Siluvai Rayan; Rev. Mark A. Sauriol; Rev. Michael J. Woolley. 40 Years: Rev. Peter J. Gower. 50 Years: Rev. John E. Abreu; Rev. Ernest H. Berthelette; Rev. Maurice L. Brindamour; Rev. Edward S. Cardente; Rev. John T. McNulty; Rev. Robert A. Rochon; Rev. Richard A. Valentine. 55 Years: Rev. Boguslaw T. Gibowski; Rev. Bernard O’Reilly; Rev. David Ricard; Rev. Msgr. Richard D. Sheahan. 60 Years: Rev. Jose Q. dosReis; Rev. John D. Dreher; Rev. John L. Lavin. 65 Years: Rev. Raymond F. Collins; Rev. D. Bryan Finerty; Rev. Eugene R. Lessard; Rev. Francis W. O’Hara. 70 Years: Most Rev. Louis E. Gelineau D.D., J.C.L., S.T.L.

Honoring jubilarian priests, religious for their service to God and the Catholic Church

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5/30/24

Celebrating the Feast of Saint Rita

Students from Mercymount Country Day School in Cumberland visited their neighbors at Mount St. Rita Health Centre to celebrate the Feast of St. Rita. Students joined the residents for Mass, shared … more

5/30/24