Rhode Island Catholic

A guide to gaining wisdom from the Bible

TO THE EDITOR: In George Weigel’s commentary in the September 2, 2021 issue of the RI Catholic, “Wanted: A Catholic Chaim Potok” he posed the question, “How can we learn … more

10/7/21

Father Suriani an inspiration to ‘Keep the Faith’

TO THE EDITOR: About 35 years ago, I encountered a woman of great faith by the name of Dolores Suriani. She came into my life while I was taking some time off from medical school. She inspired me … more

10/7/21

A philosophical approach to gleaning contemporary wisdom from the Bible

TO THE EDITOR: In George Weigel’s commentary in the September 2, 2021, issue of the RI Catholic, “Wanted: A Catholic Chaim Potok,” he posed the question, “How can we learn … more

9/9/21

Carmelite Sisters grateful for all the support they received through the years

TO THE EDITOR: I just read your article in the R.I. Catholic about our monastery and the distribution of things we had to leave behind. It is a great consolation to know that parishes and social … more

9/2/21

Heartened by Bishop Tobin’s support of the ‘1962 Missal’ community

TO THE EDITOR: I am deeply heartened and give thanks to God for the magnanimity of Bishop Tobin toward the “1962 Missal” community, as well as the other words found by Fr. Robert … more

8/19/21

Unless we come to know and understand each other, how can we possibly love one another?

TO THE EDITOR: The recent directive of Pope Francis on the use of the Latin Mass has been getting a lot of attention. What stands out for me on reading it is his heartfelt search for unity in the … more

8/5/21

More sacred scripture must be made available to the faithful for worship

TO THE EDITOR: Amidst the controversy surrounding the use of the Tridentine Mass, I have not seen any reference to the Lectionary. The Second Vatican Council called for a greater panoply of sacred … more

8/5/21

‘Facing the people’ could also be interpreted in a different way

TO THE EDITOR: The preservation of Gregorian Chant and the use of several Latin phrases as well as Greek and Hebrew words in the Roman liturgy, as noted in a recent R.I. Catholic editorial, are … more

7/22/21

For some worshippers the transition back to Mass will be gradual

TO THE EDITOR: As many in the Diocese return to Sunday Mass, there is much to celebrate. But the pandemic is not over. Nature does not let us decide that. While vaccines are showing promising … more

7/8/21

Biden releases budget without Hyde Amendment protections

TO THE EDITOR: Catholics take note. President Biden has released his 2022 Budget without the inclusion of the Hyde Amendment. The 1976 Hyde Amendment, which bars the use of federal funds for … more

6/3/21

Solidarity can make history for the Poor People’s Campaign

TO THE EDITOR: On May 24,the Poor People’s Campaign presented their resolution in Congress titled, “Third Reconstruction.” Drawing on the transformational history of the First … more

6/3/21

Remembering a good and faithful servant

TO THE EDITOR: On the afternoon of the Feast of Pentecost, I paid my respects to the family of a man who helped teach me the meaning of humility — a man who touched the lives of many with a … more

6/3/21

To the Class of 1951, ad multos annos!

TO THE EDITOR: Thank you so much for sharing the wonderful memories of Frs. Nicholas Iacovacci and Robert Randall as they celebrate their 70th anniversary of priestly ordination. Ad multos annos!A … more

6/3/21

New U. N. Treaty Bans Nuclear Weapons

TO THE EDITOR: The Covid-19 pandemic has taught us many lessons, including that large-scale global catastrophes can and do happen when we are not expecting them. This is a very sobering … more

5/13/21

Bishops need support as they lead their flock to eternal life

TO THE EDITOR: It is important for us to support our Bishops who are willing to speak the truth. It is for our own eternal good. It is so confusing to me when Catholics expect that any Bishop can … more

3/25/21

Father Giudice added religious dimension to observance of U.S. Bicentennial

TO THE EDITOR: I noted with sadness the passing of Father Francis Guidice. May I add one aspect of his productive life not mentioned in your accounts of his priestly career. Back in 1976, I was … more

3/25/21

Does Natural Law exclude some people from life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness?

TO THE EDITOR: I read with interest the editorial, “The Ten Commandments and the Natural Law,” in the R.I. Catholic, March 4, 2021. The writer suggests that Thomas Jefferson had the … more

3/25/21

The Quiet Corner celebrates Church tradition through its careful research

TO THE EDITOR: While calls for the publication of “The Best of The Quiet Corner” are flattering, a book of six pages would not merit much attention. When the final review of The Quiet … more

3/18/21

Biden should not be treated with kid gloves

TO THE EDITOR: In your 28 January edition, “The Quiet Corner” made a bit of noise. Father Kiley spoke about Joe Biden, saying that only God can know if Biden is a good Catholic. There … more

3/11/21

Quiet Corner columns should be compiled into a book

TO THE EDITOR: I second the motion proposed by Harold Trafford Jr., in his recent letter, that “The Best of Quiet Corner” would make an absolutely terrific book! Mike Speidel, … more

3/11/21