Rhode Island Catholic

The supply chain. It’s another one of those pandemic phrases that has, regrettably, forced its way into everyday conversation. According to Wikipedia, the commercial supply chain is “a … more

11/4/21

Special Event Listings for 11.04.21

Unbound Prayer MinistryWESTERLY — Unbound Prayer Ministry is a confidential prayer session, offered by St. Pius X Church, which helps individuals unpack conflicting aspects of their life story, … more

11/4/21

Students Jean and Lily have fun during the Colorthon event at Our Lady of Mercy School.

Colorthon raises more than $28,000 for Our Lady of Mercy School

EAST GREENWICH — Students at Our Lady of Mercy School in East Greenwich recently took part in the annual fundraiser, with those who received the most donations in their name, and the class that … more

11/4/21

CAL Cross Country Champs

PAWTUCKET —On Wednesday, Oct. 13, boys and girls cross country teams traveled to Slater Park in Pawtucket to compete in the Catholic Athletic League State Championship. There were 176 boys and … more

11/4/21

Father Dunlevy, presides of the procession, with assistance from altar servers, pictured here, Kolbe Coolman, grade 6, and Anthony Thibeault, grade 7.

Students take part in Rosary Rally

On October 7, St. Pius V School took part in a Rosary Rally, calling on the intercession and protection of Our Lady. More than 200 students processed in song to the Providence College campus, … more

11/4/21

Youth inducted into the St. Margaret School Student Council

St. Margaret School in Rumford hosted the induction ceremony of the 2021-2022 Student Council. Pictured with the students is Father Jeremy Rodrigues, pastor, Bethany Bessette, student council … more

11/4/21

Trevor Wakefield, seen here as an altar server for a Mass at St. Pius V Church in Providence, began his novitiate with the Dominican Order in July at St. Gertrude’s Parish in Cincinnati, Ohio.

PC Friar embarks on spiritual journey to becoming a Dominican

PROVIDENCE — Four years after first becoming a “Friar,” one recent Providence College graduate is beginning his journey towards becoming an actual Friar — that is to say, a … more

By DANIEL J. HOLMES, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent | 11/4/21

Project supporters and members of the Smith Hill community gather on the central stairs of the new St. Andrew House at the residence’s Open House on July 11. Dr. Boyd Taylor Coolman stands third from right, with Dr. Jeremy Wilkins seated along the railing.

St. Andrew House, an independent, lay-operated intentional community opens in Providence

PROVIDENCE — For the most part, the property description for Providence’s new St. Andrew House seems like everything one would expect for an apartment in the heart of the city. Rent … more

By DANIEL J. HOLMES, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent | 11/4/21

Prout student Ben Leal hands Operation Warm Welcome Administrator Ava Grosso, a Prout senior, a box of clothing items donated to the initiative, which will provide clothing for Afghan refugees currently at Fort McCoy, Wisconsin, as they wait to be resettled in the U.S.

Prout students lead clothing drive to help Afghan refugees as they resettle in the U.S.

WAKEFIELD — For Ava Grosso, a senior at The Prout School, being of service to others in need has been her passion for many years, from cooking food at a local soup kitchen to assembling bags of … more

By RICK SNIZEK, Executive Editor | 11/4/21

Pope Francis elevates the Eucharist as he celebrates All Souls' Day Mass at the French Military Cemetery in Rome Nov. 2, 2021.

At Mass, Remember the Dead

At the beginning of November, the Church throughout the world celebrates the Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed (otherwise known as All Souls Day). This celebration reminds the faithful to … more

11/4/21

U.S. President Joe Biden, accompanied by his wife, Jill, is walks with Pope Francis during a meeting at the Vatican Oct. 29, 2021.

We Don’t Know What the Pope Said

On Friday, October 20, Pope Francis met with President Biden. Since the beginning of the Covid pandemic, live broadcasts of interactions between world leaders and the pope have been restricted. The … more

11/4/21

The breadth and depth of Holy Mass

In a small parish graveyard outside of Orvieto in central Italy, the headstone for Archbishop Hannibal Bugnini reads simply “Liturgiae Amator & Cultor,” that is, “Lover and … more

11/4/21

Retreating to the Shrine of the Little Flower

St. Rocco School faculty take part in a Professional Development Day retreat at The Shrine of the Little Flower, located at 35 Dion Drive in Harrisville, Rhode Island, just off Route 102. The shrine, … more

11/4/21

For AG Dennis J. Roberts II Catholic Faith was a driving force in his daily life

PROVIDENCE — Former Attorney General Dennis J. Roberts II died suddenly on Wednesday, October 20, 2021 at home. He was 80 years old and had served three consecutive terms as Rhode … more

10/28/21

St. Benedict parish merges into neighboring St. Kevin parish. St. Benedict church building closed permanently

PROVIDENCE — Due to a steady decline in the number of parishioners and sacramental activity resulting in a lack of parish community life, the St. Benedict parish administrator, parish trustees, … more

10/28/21

All Souls Day Masses scheduled in the Diocese of Providence

PROVIDENCE — The Diocese of Providence Office of Catholic Cemeteries announces the All Souls Day Masses to be celebrated at the cemetery chapels on Tuesday, Nov. 2, 12 p.m.: Gate of Heaven … more

10/28/21

Surrounded By Our Loving Family

In reading obituaries I often find a statement that John or Mary passed away peacefully, “surrounded by their loving family.” The death may have occurred in a hospital, care facility or … more

10/28/21

Special Event Listings for 10.28.21

New Store Hours at Gabriel’s Trumpet Book & Gift shopCOVENTRY — Gabriel’s Trumpet Book & Gift shop, 477 Washington St., will have new hours effective November 1, 2021. The … more

10/28/21

Dioceses across U.S. preparing to observe National Vocation Awareness Week

PROVIDENCE — With the U.S. Catholic Church preparing to observe National Vocation Awareness Week from Nov. 7-13, it is an especially important time for the faithful to show their support for … more

By RICK SNIZEK, Executive Editor | 10/28/21

The diocesan Catholic Women’s Conference welcomes women from throughout Rhode Island to the Cathedral of SS. Peter and Paul for a day of prayer, speakers and discussion.

A Wonderful Day for Catholic Women

PROVIDENCE — The diocesan Office of Faith Formation has been planning a special event for all women who desire to grow in a relationship with Jesus Christ through scripture, prayer, liturgy and … more

By Laura Kilgus, Assistant Editor | 10/28/21