Editorial

Mary’s Immaculate Conception Inspires Wonder

When Blessed Pius IX infallibly defined the dogma of Mary’s immaculate conception, he bolstered an ancient Christian axiom: lex orandi, lex credendi. The law of praying is the law of believing. …

Why waiting is important

We just entered the season of Advent. The essential meaning of the season may be encapsulated by the terms anticipation or waiting. We anticipate the coming of the Messiah, the Lord, the return of …

They’re not Ordinary Bones

This past week Providence College and St. Pius V Church hosted a unique event: A chance to see a relic of St. Thomas Aquinas. Typically, as Catholics when we think of relics, we have in our minds a …

Did you make a New Year’s Resolution?

As the Church approaches the liturgical equivalent of a new year, the Mass rubrics stipulate that priests celebrate on the last Sunday in Ordinary Time the Solemnity of Christ the King. This …
Letters to the editor

Remembering Father Reardon

TO THE EDITOR: Woonsocket mourns the loss of Father Dennis Reardon, who passed away on March 21. His life was a beacon of compassion, dedication, and faith, deeply influencing our community. …

The Inspired Impact of Liturgical Music

TO THE EDITOR: I was pleased to read Laura Kelly Fanucci’s article “In Praise of Singing” in the March 7 edition of Rhode Island Catholic. She rightly notes that “vocal …

From a Concern to a Calling

TO THE EDITOR: The Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire which caused the death of many workers was a time of transformation for Frances Perkins. Prior to that fire she had lobbied for workers rights …

Is it time to encourage our Catholic students to consider other options?

TO THE EDITOR: In reaction to the Catholic high school graduation statistics published in the June 22 issue of the Rhode Island Catholic, I can’t help but wonder if it’s time for our …