The Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe, is not at all an old feast on the Church’s liturgical calendar. Pope Pius XI instituted the Feast of Christ the King in his … more

WEST WARWICK — When walking down Washington Street in Arctic Village, there are signs of what once was. Small shops and cafés line the sides of the street. The smokestacks of an old mill … more

WEST WARWICK — Saints John and James Parish-St. Mary’s Mission recently held their Funny4Funds fundraising event at the Elks Club in West Warwick to raise money for repairs to the parish … more

Little Sisters to hold annual Turkey Drop PAWTUCKET — The Little Sisters of the Poor are requesting donations during their annual Turkey Drop at Jeanne Jugan Residence, 964 Main St. Each day … more

COVENTRY — Father Dennis J. Kieton passed away on Friday, November 15, 2024. A native of West Warwick, Father Kieton faithfully served the Lord and his church for nearly four decades. Born on … more

PROVIDENCE — Deacon Joseph Tumminelli, of Johnston passed away on Sunday, October 27, at HopeHealth Hulitar Hospice Center, Providence. He was the husband of the late Claire Tumminelli. Born in … more

I was quite saddened to hear of Bishop Louis E. Gelineau’s passing on November 7, 2024. I recall how Jesus responded when his friend Lazarus died: “Jesus wept.” (John 11:35) Bishop … more

Thirty-five years ago, the son of a great historian helped make history when he asked the question that triggered the demolition of the most grotesquely expressive artifact of the Cold War. My friend … more

Sister Mary Lucy Carr, R.S.M., was my ninth grade teacher at St. Charles School in Woonsocket and perhaps of more than any other person I am a priest today because of her persistence. A classmate had … more

VATICAN CITY — Before Pope Francis presides over Mass Nov. 17 for the World Day of the Poor, he will bless 13 keys to represent the 13 new houses he has pledged to pay for in Syria during the … more

Christmas Open House at Gabriel’s Trumpet COVENTRY — Gabriel’s Trumpet, 477 Washington St., will hold a Christmas Open House on Saturday, Nov. 16, from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., … more

PROVIDENCE — The Diocese of Providence is mourning the passing of Most Reverend Louis E. Gelineau, D.D., J.C.L, S.T.L., Bishop Emeritus of Providence, who died peacefully on November 7, at … more

PROVIDENCE — On November 1, the Solemnity of All Saints, the College of Consultors of the Diocese of Providence elected Reverend Monsignor Albert A. Kenney as diocesan administrator. On October … more

Last Thursday, I attended the Mass of Installation for Archbishop Henning at the Cathedral of the Holy Cross in Boston’s South End. That magnificent church was filled to capacity with so many … more

PROVIDENCE— The Diocese of Providence announces with sadness that Most Reverend Louis Edward Gelineau, D.D., J.C.L, S.T.L., Bishop Emeritus of Providence, died peacefully on November 7, 2024, … more

Holy Trinity annual Christmas Bazaar WOONSOCKET — Holy Trinity Parish,1371 Park Ave., will hold a Christmas Bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 8, from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. The event will feature many … more

Recently released film “Conclave” is getting a lot of attention in Catholic circles. The movie is based on a book by the same name written in 2016 by Robert Harris. The movie depicts the … more

ROME ­­— In September, when colleges in the U.S. have begun their fall semester, a group of young men from across the country acclimate themselves to a new culture and landscape unlike any they had known before. Seminary students at the Pontifical North American College (commonly referred to as the NAC) study the the sacred science of theology — practically underneath the dome of St. Peter’s Basilica in the heart of Rome. more

PAWTUCKET — Deacons are ordained for service to Christ and his Church. This beautiful service was on display at St. John the Baptist Parish in Pawtucket as Rev. Mr. Vicente Caban, who serves as the deacon of the parish, was recently recognized for his 25th anniversary of diaconal ordination. more

BOSTON — Seven cardinals, more than 50 bishops, 500 priests and myriad Bostonians eagerly awaited their new archbishop, Richard G. Henning, as he made his way to knock on the door of the … more