Candlelight Rosary
BURRILLVILLE — The Shrine of the Little Flower, 35 Dion Drive (Nasonville), will host a candlelight Rosary in honor of the Feast of the Immaculate Heart of Mary on Saturday, June 13, at 8:40 p.m. The event will take place in the outdoor shrine, or in the Shrine Church in the event of inclement weather.
Polish American Day
COVENTRY — Our Lady of Czestochowa Church will hold its Polish American Day on Saturday, June 13, from 3 to 9 p.m., on the school grounds at 222 MacArthur Blvd. The event will feature Polish and American food, music, games, raffles, Cow Chip Bingo and more. Frozen golombki and pierogi will also be available for sale; admission and parking are free. For more information, call 401-821-7991 or visit olcsvp.org.
Saint Anthony Outdoor Feast
NORTH PROVIDENCE — Saint Anthony Parish, 1413 Mineral Spring Ave., will hold its annual Saint Anthony Outdoor Feast on Friday, June 12, and Saturday, June 13, from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m., and Sunday, June 14, from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. The event will feature outdoor amusements, games, food, a bar, live entertainment, a grand raffle with cash prizes and more. For more information, visit www.saintanthonychurch.org.
National Eucharistic Pilgrimage
PROVIDENCE — The Diocese of Providence will host the 2026 National Eucharistic Pilgrimage “One Nation Under God” from Tuesday, June 30, to Thursday, July 2. The event will feature daily Mass, walking processions, Eucharistic Adoration, witness talks, and service projects at various locations. For the full schedule, visit www.dioceseofprovidence.org/NEP.
Faith and Culture Summer Opportunity
PORTSMOUTH — Portsmouth Institute is offering an encounter with Catholic thought, liturgy, and culture on June 13 and 14 called “Pope Leo XIV: American Pope or Pope from America?” at the Portsmouth Abbey Monastery & School, Portsmouth, Rhode Island. This memorable weekend of learning, fellowship, and prayer will feature Keynote Dinner Speaker for Saturday evening, June 13, Most Reverend Bruce A. Lewandowski, C.Ss.R., Bishop of Providence. To learn more, view all speakers, and to register, visit www.portsmouthinstitute.org/humanitas.
Food Truck & Artisan Festival
TIVERTON — Saint Theresa Church, 265 Stafford Road, will hold a Food Truck & Artisan Festival on Saturday, June 13, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., and Sunday, June 14, from noon to 4 p.m. The event will feature food trucks in the parking lot, an artisan fair in the church hall, and various raffles. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/share/1BWnjTKFE9/ or email caroline@sstandctiverton.org.
Sacred Heart Church Annual Patronal Parish Feast
EAST PROVIDENCE — Sacred Heart Church, 118 Taunton Ave., will hold its annual Patronal Parish Feast on Friday, June 12, Saturday, June 13, and Sunday, June 14. The event will feature food, malassadas, game booths, Holy Mass, a solemn procession with the Blessed Sacrament and statues, music by a DJ, live performances by Pedro Vieira and Manuel Brandao, and a grand raffle drawing.
Knights of Columbus Breakfast
NORTH KINGSTOWN — The Knights of Columbus, 1265 Tower Hill Road, will hold a public breakfast on Sunday, June 14, from 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. The event will feature scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, French toast, home fries, baked beans, breakfast pastries, orange juice, coffee, and tea.
Columbiettes Information Hour
COVENTRY — SS. John and Paul Parish Center, 341 South Main St., will hold a Columbiettes Information Hour on Sunday, June 14, at 1 p.m. The event will feature a presentation by Rhode Island Territorial Deputy Lisa Roberts and refreshments. Families and friends are welcome. The Columbiettes are the women’s auxiliary of the Knights of Columbus. For more information, contact Anne Eden at 401-269-9891 or Neil Fidler at 401-632-7922.
Holy Angels Summertime Splash Take-Out Thursday
BARRINGTON — Holy Angels Parish, 341 Maple Ave., will host its Summertime Splash Take-Out Thursday on June 18. The event will feature a carryout menu offering a Sea Breeze Clam Combo, Burger Puff Flip Flops, a Sun Daze Lasagna Dinner, a Lemon-Berry Summer Starfish Cake for dessert, and proceeds benefit the Holy Angels Social Outreach Ministry. For more information contact the parish at 401-245-7743.
Father Chris Murphy to speak at Knights event
PROVIDENCE —The Knights of Columbus will welcome Father Chris Murphy on Friday, June 19, at 7 p.m., at St. Augustine Church, 20 Old Rd. (basement entrance). Father Murphy will discuss his experiences as spiritual director of the Pontifical North American College in Rome. The event will feature a light collation and a free will offering in support of seminarians.
Magnificat Meal Event
GREENVILLE — St. Philip Church, 622 Putnam Pike, will host the Magnificat International RI Chapter Meal Event on Saturday, June 20, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The event will feature guest speaker Robyn Gagnon. For registrations and further information, contact Linda Gatta at 401-864-7731.
St. Barnabas Festival
PORTSMOUTH — St. Barnabas Church will hold its 51st annual St. Barnabas Festival on Friday, June 19, Saturday, June 20, and Sunday, June 21. The event will feature carnival rides, bingo, live bands, great food, antiques appraisal, a Cornhole tournament and more. For more information, contact the office at 401-683-1343.
‘Do Something Beautiful for God’ Day of Evangelization
WARWICK — St. Rita’s Church and St. Timothy’s Church will hold a “Do Something Beautiful for God” Day of Evangelization on Saturday, June 20, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will feature neighborhood home visits near St. Rita’s Church to share the faith, distribute spiritual care packages, and help facilitate the sacraments or renewal. For more information, please call Edward Gallagher at 401-573-3630 or Linda Ferri in the St. Rita’s Rectory Office at 401-738-1800 or Joan Smith in the St. Timothy’s Rectory Office at 401-739-9552 or sign up using the secure online from at https://form.jotform.com/261226169245053.
Holy Hour for Vocations
EAST GREENWICH — Our Lady of Mercy Church, 65 3rd St., will host a Holy Hour for Vocations on Friday, June 26, at 7 p.m. The evening will be presided over by Most Rev. Bruce A. Lewandowski, C.Ss.R., Bishop of Providence, in preparation for the upcoming priesthood ordinations. All are welcome to attend this time of prayer for Rev. Mr. Mateusz Puzanowski and Rev. Mr. Vincent “Jay” Zizza.
Priesthood Ordinations
PROVIDENCE — Most Rev. Bruce A. Lewandowski, C.Ss.R., Bishop of Providence, will celebrate Holy Mass with the Rite of Ordination on Saturday, June 27, at 10 a.m. at the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul. During the rite, Rev. Mr. Mateusz Puzanowski and Rev. Mr. Vincent “Jay” Zizza will be ordained to the Sacred Priesthood. The public is invited to attend this solemn occasion.
Summer Arts Week
WARWICK — Chesterton Academy, 610 Jefferson Blvd., will hold its Summer Arts Week from June 27 to June 31, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. The program features music and singing from 9 to 11:30 a.m. and a performing arts and acting intensive from 12 to 4 p.m. For more information or to register, visit www.chestertonri.org/events/artsweek, call 401-287-2280, or email info@chestertonri.org.
Community Yard, Craft and Bake Sale
EAST PROVIDENCE — Our Lady of Loreto Church, 346 Waterman Ave., will hold its Community Yard, Craft and Bake Sale on Saturday, July 11, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will feature yard sale items, crafts, a bake sale, table rentals and more. For more information, contact Donna at 401-241-5489 or call the office at 401-434-3535.
Discernment Camp
KINGSTON — The University of Rhode Island Catholic Center, 90 Chapel Way, will be the site for the annual Quo Vadis Discernment Camp from Friday, July 31, through Sunday, August 2. Hosted by the Vocations Office of the Diocese of Providence, the retreat is open to young men in grades 6 through 11 and will include Mass with Bishop Bruce A. Lewandowski, C.Ss.R., Adoration, discernment talks, fraternity and fellowship. Pre-registration is required; for more information, contact Father Ryan Simas at 401-331-1316 or
VAT2&U Initiative
RHODE ISLAND — Bishop Bruce A. Lewandowski, C.Ss.R., invites the faithful to participate in the year-long “VAT2&U Initiative” to explore the teachings of the Second Vatican Council. Participants will receive two monthly digital messages via Flocknote featuring reflections and resources to help bring the timeless truths of Catholicism into the modern day. To sign up, visit https://provd.io/vat2u
Virtual Nuclear Disarmament Mini-Summits
VIRTUAL — The Pax Christi New England Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons will host a series of four virtual “mini-summits” featuring presentations from various faith leaders. The sessions will include ideas for effective advocacy and moderated questions from the Zoom audience regarding nuclear disarmament. To register for the online series, visit www.paxchristiusa.org/2026/04/25/faith-leaders-mini-summits-on-nuclear-disarmament.
St. Francis Xavier Academy Scholarship Applications
CRANSTON — The St. Francis Xavier Academy Alumnae Association is accepting scholarship applications for Catholic High Schools until July 31. The event will feature application forms for students, which are available by writing to SXA, P.O. Box 20452, Cranston, RI 02920 or by emailing sxa.alum@gmail.com.
Great Marian Procession
PROVIDENCE — The Diocese of Providence will hold its Third Annual Great Marian Procession on Saturday, Oct. 17, starting at 9 a.m. The event will feature a procession from St. Mary Church to the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul, Holy Mass celebrated by Bishop Bruce A. Lewandowski, C.Ss.R., fellowship in the lower cathedral and more. For more information, visit dioceseofprovidence.org/GMP or register at www.dioceseofprovidence.org/GMPReg.
Ignatian Volunteer Corps Recruiting
PROVIDENCE — The Ignatian Volunteer Corps has openings for volunteers age 50 and older to start in the Fall of 2026. The program requires volunteers in Providence and SE Mass schools and social service agencies to serve 1 to 2 days per week for 10 months. The event will feature monthly opportunities for spiritual growth in the Jesuit tradition. For more information, email Dave Hinchen, IVC New England Regional Director, at dhinchen@ivcusa.org or visit www.ivcusa.org/new-england.
