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Last week, Salve Regina University rented space for a high-end political fundraiser on the campus in Newport. I only learned of the decision on the night before the event while away on retreat. I … more

8/22/24

The Holy Eucharist: ‘The’ Test of Faith

Dr. Tim Gray, the current president of the Augustine Institute, has said that “The Eucharist is the test of faith.” This insight is illustrated clearly and powerfully in the final verses … more

8/22/24

Repurposing the Catholic Campaign for Human Development

The Catholic Campaign for Human Development (CCHD), rhetorically oversold as the “U.S. Church’s anti-poverty program” – Do no other such programs exist? – was an … more

8/22/24

The power of Mary’s intercession

While women could inherit queenship by birth in a few of the northern European nations like Britain, the Netherlands and Scandinavia, the Mediterrean and Eastern European nations tended to view … more

8/22/24

Assignments for 08.22.24

REAPPOINTMENTS On July 1, 2024, in conformity with the Code of Canon Law and the Priest Personnel Policy of the Diocese of Providence, the Most Reverend Richard G. Henning appointed the following … more

8/22/24

On Monday morning, the Holy Father announced that he has named the Most Reverend Richard G. Henning, S.T.D., as the tenth bishop and seventh Archbishop of the Archdiocese of Boston. Cardinal Seán P. O’Malley, OFM, Cap introduced the Archbishop-elect during a press conference at the archdiocese’s Pastoral Center in Braintree following a Mass at Bethany Chapel.

Pope Francis appoints Most Rev. Richard G. Henning as Archbishop of Boston

BRAINTREE — It was a different feeling in the room this time as Archbishop-elect Richard G. Henning was elevated to a new position within the hierarchy of the Catholic Church for the second … more

By RICK SNIZEK, Executive Editor | 8/8/24

Garret Quillen, right, introduces Charles Blackwell to the Mass being offered by now-Archbishop-elect Richard G. Henning at the Omni Severin Hotel in Indianapolis during the National Eucharistic Congress.

Seeds of faith continue to grow following National Eucharistic Congress

INDIANAPOLIS — “Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for by doing that some have entertained angels without knowing it.” Hebrews 13:2 Fruitful stories from the National … more

By Jennifer Barton, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent | 8/8/24

Special Event Listings for 08.08.24

Faith on Fire GREENVILLE — Young adults (ages 18-29) are invited to an evening around the fire Friday, Aug. 9, 7- 9 p.m., at St. Philip Church, which includes a talk from a local … more

8/8/24

The Gift of Providence

By now, you have seen the news that the Holy Father has appointed me the next Archbishop of Boston. Of course, I am grateful to the Holy Father for his confidence in me and for entrusting this … more

8/8/24

Anointing of the Sick offers prayers for healing, preparation for next life

St. John Henry Cardinal Newman (1801-1890) was indeed a grand preacher as well as great writer. Along with his profound theological utterances and writings, a few private prayers of the English … more

8/8/24

Charity, good manners, and driving the Interstates

The Catechism of the Catholic Church says some interesting things about charity, the supreme theological virtue that, as St. Paul wrote in Colossians 3:14, “binds everything together in perfect … more

8/8/24

Overview of the Trocadero venue, with the Eiffel Tower looming in the background while the Olympic flag is being raised July 26, during the opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.

What does mocking Christ’s Last Supper have to do with the Olympics?

The 2024 Olympics in Paris began with a loud bang. Unfortunately, it was a bang against Christianity! In the opulent and overblown opening ceremony, the centerpiece of the many performances was a … more

By Father Bernard A. Healey | 8/8/24

Pope Francis Appoints Most Rev. Richard G. Henning as Archbishop of Boston

PROVIDENCE—The Holy Father, Pope Francis, has appointed Most Reverend Richard G. Henning, S.T.D., currently the Bishop of Providence, as Archbishop of Boston. The appointment was … more

8/5/24

REVIVAL!

As I write these words, I am returning from the National Eucharistic Congress in Indianapolis. Over several days, more than 100,000 people visited the Congress with daily gatherings of 50,000. The … more

7/25/24

Anna Vredenburg, of St. Pius V Parish, and Huascar Soriano, of St. Augustine Parish, hold the State of Hope flag as they lead the Diocese of Providence delegation in a procession of thousands of pilgrims past St. John the Evangelist Church and through the streets of Indianapolis, Indiana, during the National Eucharistic Congress on Saturday, July 20.

The Rhode to the Eucharistic Congress

INDIANAPOLIS — Last Wednesday morning, thousands waited in a line that wrapped around the expansive Indiana Convention Center for two, three, and maybe more hours to get their passes for the … more

By Jennifer Barton, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent & Rick Snizek, Executive Editor | 7/25/24

Special Event Listings for 07.25.24

Bingo night to benefit religious education NORTH PROVIDENCE — Mary Mother of Mankind Church, 25 Fourth St., will host a bingo night to benefit the parish religious education program on Friday, … more

7/25/24

Seminarians gathered with their families, local clergy and members of the diocesan chapter of The Serra Club to honor the role of their families and parents in their priestly formation. Above, seminarians and priests join Bishop Richard G. Henning for a photo.

Seminarians honored by Serra Club during Parent Dinner

NORTH PROVIDENCE — The Providence Serra Club held its annual seminarian parent celebration dinner on June 22 at the Rev. Jordan J. Dillon Hall in North Providence. The yearly event was … more

By Cole DeSantis, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent | 7/25/24

Legislative session closes after considering several bills of special significance to the faithful

PROVIDENCE — The Rhode Island General Assembly recently completed another legislative session, with many bills proposed or passed this year of particular moral significance for Catholics in the … more

By Cole DeSantis, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent | 7/25/24

Christ at the center in Indianapolis

There has not been an OSV News without the 10th National Eucharistic Congress. From our inception in 2022, we knew that this event would be a hallmark for the Catholic Church in the United States and … more

7/25/24

Come to the feast!

Although St. John devotes five entire chapters of his Gospel account to the events and discourses constituting the Last Supper, the Beloved Disciple has chosen decidedly to omit the drama of the … more

7/25/24