Ministry offers support and Masses for Recovery
PORTSMOUTH — If you or a loved one(s) struggle with alcohol, drugs, or mental health distress, the Diocese of Providence’s St. Matthias Ministry is offering the following for you in 2025: Masses for Recovery and the Hope and Cope Recovery Group. No registration necessary, all are welcome. For further information, please contact Deacon John Silvia at 401-683-1343, ext. 208 or deaconjohn@jsilvia.com. Find more information at https://www.dioceseofprovidence.org/recovery.
Prison Ministry seeking volunteers
RHODE ISLAND — There are over 500 Rhode Island Catholics in our prison system — there is a great need to support our clergy who serve in prison ministry through prayer groups and post-incarceration ministries. Please contact the Catholic Volunteer Coordinator, Timothy Maynard, KM, at
institutionalchaplain@dpvd.org or 401-462-5238.
Ignatian Volunteer Corps seeks volunteers
PROVIDENCE — The Ignatian Volunteer Corps is currently seeking volunteers age 50 and older to start in the Fall of 2025. Volunteers commit to serving one to two days per week for 10 months in parishes, schools or non-profit organizations working directly with those experiencing poverty or marginalization. Volunteers also engage in monthly opportunities for spiritual growth in the Jesuit tradition. Placement sites are located in the Providence, Worcester, and Boston areas. If interested, please contact Dave Hinchen, IVC NE Regional Director at (617) 571-3838. Check out our website at www.ivcusa.org/new-england.
Bristol County Chorus to perform at Holy Angels Church, Barrington
BARRINGTON — The Bristol County Chorus, under the direction of Nicholas Rocha, will present their annual spring concert on Friday, May 30, 7 p.m., at Holy Angels Church, 341 Maple Ave. Advance tickets are available locally at the George Hail Library in Warren, Paper Packaging & Panache in Bristol and Holy Angels Church in Barrington. Tickets can also be purchased online at https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6648201.
Sacred Heart Church feast celebration
EAST PROVIDENCE — Sacred Heart Church will host its annual feast on the weekend of May 30, 6 - 11 p.m.; May 31, 6 - 11 p.m.; and June 1, 1-8 p.m. There will be a religious procession following the 11:30 a.m. Mass on Sunday, June 1. A variety of
Portuguese and American foods and Malassadas will be sold along with games and raffles. There will be indoor and outdoor seating available with entertainment on Friday by Arlindo Andrade, on Saturday by Legacy and on Sunday Underground DJ, outside.
Indoor Flea Market
NORTH PROVIDENCE — Saint Anthony Parish, 1413 Mineral Spring Ave., will hold an indoor flea market, Saturday, May 31, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. and Sunday, June 1, 8 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. All proceeds benefit parish outreach ministries to feed the hungry and shelter the homeless. For more information, visit
Venerable Patrick Peyton’s Memorial Mass
NORTH EASTON, Mass. — Annual Celebration of Venerable Patrick Peyton’s Memorial Mass will be held at Father Peyton Center, 500 Washington St., Saturday, May 31, beginning with 3 p.m. Rosary at the burial site and 4 p.m. Vigil Mass at St. Joseph Chapel. Parking adjacent to St. Joseph Chapel with complimentary shuttle to and from the burial site. For more information, contact Michelle at mission@hcfm.org, or 508- 238-4095, ext. 2024. The Mass will also be live streamed at www.Facebook.com/FamilyRosary.
Malassada Sale
PORTSMOUTH — St. Barnabas Church, 1697 East Main Road, will sell freshly made malassadas from 8 a.m. - noon on Sunday, June 1. You can purchase them by the dozen or just a single. Malassadas will be available in the church hall. Proceeds to support the St. Barnabas Youth Mission Trip.
The Beauty and Truth of Catholic Teaching on End-of-Life Issues
COVENTRY — In this three-part series, Dr. Peter Colosi and other guest speakers will present the fullness of Catholic teaching on suffering, death, and dying, and explain the false premises of the euthanasia and physician assisted suicide movements, to better understand and carry out Christ’s mandate to care for the sick and dying in a manner that honors God and respects the dignity of persons. Three consecutive Tuesday evenings from 6:30 - 8 p.m. at Saints John and Paul Parish Center, 341 S Main St. The schedule is as follows: Tuesday, June 3: Catholic Teaching on End-of-Life Issues vs Euthanasia; Tuesday, June 10: The Catholic Perspective on End-of-Life Documents and Funeral Arrangements; Tuesday, June 17: A Catholic Understanding of Redemptive Suffering and Dying vs The Lila Manfield Sapinsley Compassionate Care Act. Light refreshments will be provided as well as plenty of time for Q&A. A free will offering will be accepted to offset the cost of this program. The SSJP Respect Life committee also is looking for donations of baby diapers – all sizes, please bring a package with you if you can. Contact Mary for further information, 401-828-2761. All are welcome.
Divine Mercy Devotions
WAKEFIELD — St. Francis of Assisi, 114 High St., will offer Divine Mercy Devotions on June 6, July 2, and August 1 at 3 p.m. Devotions will begin with exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, the Divine Mercy Chaplet, and conclude with Benediction.
First Friday Holy Hour at Chesterton Academy
WARWICK — Chesterton Academy of Our Lady of Hope, 610 Jefferson Blvd. will hold a Holy Hour on June 6, 4p.m. with Deacon Joe Clossick. All are welcome. For more information, visit www.chestertonRl.org or contact 401-287-2280 / info@chestertonRl.org.
First Saturday Mass
PROVIDENCE — All are welcome to attend the First Saturday Mass on June 7, 9 a.m., in the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul, 30 Fenner St., in honor of the Blessed Mother. Father Robert E. Lacombe will serve as celebrant and homilist. For more information, call 401-331-2434 or visit www.providencecathedral.org.
Feast of Saint Anthony
NORTH PROVIDENCE — Saint Anthony Parish,1413 Mineral Spring Ave., will host the Feast of Saint Anthony on Friday, June 6, 5-11 p.m.; Saturday, June 7, 5-11 p.m.; and Sunday, June 8, 1-6 p.m. The event will feature Italian foods, raffle, amusement rides and games, live entertainment, free admission. Bring a lawn chair. All proceeds benefit outreach ministries to feed the hungry and shelter the homeless. For more information, visit www.saintanthonychurch.org.
Knights to hold breakfast
NORTH KINGSTOWN —The Knights of Columbus Council 2011 will hold a breakfast at the council hall, 1265 Tower Hill Road, on Sunday, June 8, from 7:30 - 10:30 a.m. Scrambled eggs, home fries, bacon, hash, baked beans, French toast, breakfast pastries, orange juice, coffee and tea will be served.
Take-Out Thursday
BARRINGTON — Holy Angels Parish will hold Take-Out Thursday, a charity food sale, on June 12. The menu includes stuffed peppers, Italian grinder, lasagna, and lemon blueberry pound cake. Orders will be accepted through Sunday, June 8 at 4 p.m. by calling or texting Judy at 578-0090 or Barbara at 249-1104, and proceeds will benefit the efforts of the Holy Angels Social Outreach Ministry, whose mission is to provide for those in need. For full menu details, please visit
Polish American Festival at Our Lady of Czenstochowa Parish
COVENTRY — The Our Lady of Czenstochowa Polish American Festival will be held on Friday, June 13 and Saturday, June 14 from 5 -9 p.m., on school grounds at 222 MacArthur Blvd. The event will include Polish and American food, games, music, raffles and more. Frozen golombki and pierogi will also be available for sale. For more information, call 401-821-7991 or visit www.olcsvp.org.
Rhode Island Magnificat International to hold dinner
GREENVILLE — Rhode Island chapter of Magnificat International will hold their next meal on Saturday, June 21, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., at St. Philip Church. The speaker will be Father Michael Najim. For registrations and further information contact Linda Gatta 401-864-7731.
Saint Raphael Academy Concludes Centennial with Gala
PAWTUCKET — Alumni and friends of Saint Raphael Academy are cordially invited to the Centennial Celebration Gala, at Rhodes on the Pawtuxet June 21. The festivities will begin at 6 p.m., and include a cocktail hour, an auction, dinner and dancing, and lots of time to relive memories from Saints’ first 100 years. Tickets are now on sale on the school website: www.saintrays.org/100-years/events. Sponsorship opportunities are also available.
Msgr. Sabourin Vacation Bible Camp
PROVIDENCE — Msgr. Sabourin Vacation Bible Camp will be held Monday, July 14 - Friday, July 18, 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., at St. Patrick Church, 244 Smith St. The camp integrates children ages 10 and up, and adults with disabilities who together learn about their faith. Holy Mass is celebrated every day at noon. On the final day of camp, families are invited to join their campers at adoration, noon Mass and lunch. Camp is bilingual and wheelchair accessible. For more information, contact Irma I. Rodriguez at irodriguez@dpvd.org, 401-278-4578. Msgr. Sabourin Vacation Bible Camp is hosted by the Office of the Apostolate with People with Disabilities, St. Patrick Church, and the Moran-Ventre Charitable Foundation.
