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A.G. Merrick Garland’s memo on school board meetings was intimidating to families
TO THE EDITOR: I deeply appreciate having a local Catholic paper, so thank you for all the work you do. However, I have to say I’ve never disagreed with you so sharply as I did when you … more
R.I. Catholic is a voice of truth and godliness
TO THE EDITOR: I get my news primarily from television and radio. I gave up subscribing to a secular newspaper decades ago when I noticed that I just never took the time to read it each day. I … more
Seven-Figure Grant Will Help Prospective Students Access a Providence College Education
PROVIDENCE — Providence College (PC) has announced that it has received a $1 million donation to support both student-athletes and other prospective students in accessing a PC education. The … more
Thank You for Your Service
Students from Saint Augustine School in Providence made 297 cards for veterans this past week. The special cards, made in recognition of Veterans Day, Nov. 11, were dropped off at the VA Hospital in … more
In the image, from left to right at top, flags decorate the graves of veterans at St. Joseph’s, Notre Dame and St. Mary’s cemeteries in West Warwick; and St. Joseph’s Cemetery in West Greenwich, below.
Vatican extends opportunities to gain indulgences for the dead
PROVIDENCE — Cemeteries throughout the Diocese of Providence were in full patriotic display this past weekend, with the graves of military veterans decorated for Veterans Day.Any Catholics … more
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Bishop Thomas J. Tobin stands with representatives of the 32 communities of religious women and 12 communities of religious men in the Diocese of Providence during the annual Major Superiors meeting, held Oct. 26 at the Cathedral of SS. Peter and Paul.
Annual meeting of religious
The Catholic Schools Office for the Diocese of Providence is reporting a 4.85 percent increase of enrollments over the 2020-2021 academic year.
Catholic schools in diocese see significant increase in enrollments for 2021-2022 school year
PROVIDENCE — Following a year in which a global pandemic posed significant challenges to schools everywhere, the Diocese of Providence’s Catholic Schools Office is reporting an increase … more
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Gov. Dan McKee looks on as Secretary for Catholic Charities and Social Ministry James Jahnz speaks from the podium about how the Diocese of Providence will help to resettle Afghan evacuees in Rhode Island.
Governor announces Afghan Relief RI effort
PROVIDENCE —Secretary for diocesan Catholic Charities and Social Ministry James Jahnz appeared at a press conference Monday led by Gov. Dan McKee to announce relief efforts underway in the … more
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Don’t Forget Your Final Destination
I don’t travel too much anymore. I don’t look forward to it and I don’t enjoy it, especially now with the extra burden of all of the Covid restrictions, as necessary as they might … more
Special Event Listings for 11.11.21
Parish bazaar and giant flea marketMANVILLE — Saint James Church, 45 Division St., will hold its annual parish bazaar and giant flea market on Saturday, Nov. 13, from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., in … more
Worship band helps lead musician, OLP seminarian, to discern vocation to priesthood
PROVIDENCE — Spencer Gregory, 20, remembers writing his first song when he was only five years old. With a musical upbringing, much of his love for music … more
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Guest speaker and music minister Steve Angrisano leads students from local Catholic schools in prayer at McVinney Auditorium during the Catholic Middle School Youth Conference held November 3 and 4. Visit www.catholicyouthri.com to learn more about Catholic Youth Ministry in the Diocese of Providence.
At Diocesan Catholic Conference, guest speaker tells youth to ‘go make a difference in the world’
PROVIDENCE — Hundreds of sixth, seventh and eighth graders from Catholic schools throughout the Diocese of Providence filled McVinney Auditorium in Providence and Holy Apostles Church in … more
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Many visited the Shrine of the Little Flower to celebrate the Feast of Thérèse of Lisieux.
An autumn celebration for the Feast of Thérèse of Lisieux
BURRILLIVLLE — St. Thérèse Church and Shrine of the Little Flower, a mission of Our Lady of Good Help, celebrated the Feast of Thérèse of Lisieux for the 98th time … more
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Peru trip participants building stairs on a mountainside. FOCUS (Fellowship of Catholic University Students) was founded in 1998 and invites college students into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ and His Church, inspiring and equipping them for a lifetime of Christ-centered evangelization, discipleship and friendships in which they lead others to do the same.
FOCUS Missions to host 150 trips for students and others serving communities in the U.S. and around the world
DENVER — Since 2004, more than 13,000 college students, chaplains and FOCUS missionaries have served on over 1,000 FOCUS mission trips around the world, making FOCUS Missions the largest … more
In memory of their loved ones in heaven
In memory of their loved ones in heaven, students in the Greater Woonsocket Catholic Regional School System took part in a special All Souls’ Day prayer service on Nov. 2. Students, faculty and … more
“Pink Out” for Katie’s Fund For Kids at St. Joseph School
The St. Joseph School community took part in a “Pink Out” for Katie’s Fund For Kids, raising more than $1,500. Katie’s Fund For Kids provides school supplies to students and … more
Dobbs case presents providential opportunity to combat Roe v. Wade
It has been a labored few months for the pro-life community. The new administration has done everything they can to increase funding and access to abortion here in the United States and globally. … more
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The Lord is Enough for Me
Catholics fond of statues and pictures of medieval male saints like Francis of Assisi and Anthony of Padua and Thomas Aquinas and Bernard of Clairvaux can easily conclude that all men of that era … more
Sexual Atoms and Molecules
A major issue in bioethics today involves “informed consent,” but some try to make everything about consent. This is especially notable when it comes to ethical discussions around the … more
Barbara V. Primeau
NORTH PROVIDENCE — Barbara Jean (Vernile) Primeau, 75, of Meadow View Blvd., North Providence, completed her earthly journey on October 28, 2021. She was the beloved wife of 43 years of John R. … more
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