Shrine to serve up Fish ‘n Chips
NASONVILLE — On the Fridays of Lent, March 7,14, 21,18, April 4, 11, from 4 – 7 p.m., St. Theresa Church 35 Dion Drive, will be serving fried and baked Fish ‘n Chips with coleslaw, and Grape-nut pudding. For more info, call Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-2 p.m. 401-568-8280 or, on Fridays 401-568-3057.
Assisted Suicide Webinar
ONLINE — A webinar on Assisted Suicide in Rhode Island will be held on Monday, March 3, from 7- 7:30 p.m., presented by the Patients’ Rights Action Fund, No Suicide RI, the diocesan Office of Life & Family Ministry, and Rhode Island Right to Life to inform people about ongoing efforts at our State House to legalize assisted suicide and what steps you can take to help us protect vulnerable Rhode Islanders. To receive a login link and credentials for the webinar, please email bebracy@rirtl.org with your name, phone number, and city or town of residence.
How Jews, Christians and Muslims Made the Philosopher their Own
PROVIDENCE — The Jewish-Catholic Theological Exchange Committee will host the Scholar-in-Residence Dialogue: “Aristotle Among the Believers: How Jews, Christians and Muslims Made the Philosopher their Own,” on Tuesday, March 4, at 6 p.m., in the Ruane Center, room 105, on the Providence College campus. To register, visit https://www.tinyurl.com/Aristotle-Among-the-Believers.
Ash Wednesday Pro-Life State House Rally
PROVIDENCE — On Ash Wednesday, March 5, 3 - 4 p.m., join Rhode Island Right to Life and the diocesan Office of Life & Family Ministry to remember the 65+ million victims of legal abortion in America and to encourage your legislators to defend life. Please ask your school, church, or club to bring a banner or sign to show your support for life. For more information, contact 401-521-1860 or info@rirtl.org.
40 Days for Life Lenten Campaign
PROVIDENCE — The 40 Days for Life Spring Campaign begins on Ash Wednesday, March 5, with a kickoff vigil at the Rhode Island State House and runs through Sunday, April 13, with vigil hours every day at the public right-of-way outside the Planned Parenthood Providence abortion facility, 175 Broad St. The local campaign is coordinated by Rhode Island Right to Life and the diocesan Office of Life & Family Ministry. Sign up at www.40daysforlife.com/en/providence.
Providence Symposium
PROVIDENCE — Join the Portsmouth Institute on March 6, 5:30 p.m., for a symposium entitled “Pilgrims of Hope,” in recognition of the Jubilee year. Speakers include Francis X. Maier, senior fellow, Ethics and Public Policy Center, Father Ryan Connors, rector of Our Lady of Providence Seminary, and Peter Nguyen, executive director, St. Thomas More Teaching Fellows. The event will be hosted at the University Club on College Hill. Seating is limited, and registration is required. Register at www.portsmouthinstitute.org/providence-symposium.
Knights host baked fish dinners
PORTSMOUTH — The Knights of Columbus Council 3618 will offer baked fish dinners in the St. Barnabas social hall on Fridays March 7, 14, 21, and 28, 5 p.m. The menu includes clam chowder, baked Atlantic cod with hollandaise, coleslaw, rice or mashed potatoes, roll, dessert, water, soda, coffee or tea. A lobster salad dinner will also be offered. Take-out will be available for both meals. Ticket sales are in advance only and will be sold up to 2 p.m. on the Thursday before each dinner. Tickets can be purchased at St. Barnabas and St. Anthony’s offices, and after all Masses, as well as the Portsmouth Senior Center. For more information contact Jim Mace at JEM946@hotmail.com, 317-432-6227.
Lenten Mission: ‘Drawing them Near, Walking with those who Struggle with Faith.’
NARRAGANSETT — Please join St. Thomas More Parish on March 9 and 10, when Father Alex Wyvill from St. Bartholomew Church in Bethesda, Maryland presents the Parish Mission titled, “Drawing them Near, Walking with those who Struggle with Faith.” Both evenings will begin at 6 p.m. at St. Veronica Chapel, 1035 Boston Neck Road. All are welcome to join in-person or via livestream from www.stthomasmoreri.org. Choose ‘Watch Live/St. Veronica Chapel Special Events’.
Your Best Lent Ever: Purposeful Planning for A Fruitful Season
PROVIDENCE — St. Patrick Church, Smith Street, will host a Lenten discussion on March 10, 24 and 31, from 7 – 8:15 p.m. Father Joseph Brice and Christine Rubinstein will discuss an approach to Lent that is deliberately focused on becoming more spiritually fruitful; that is, more loving, joyful, peaceful and hopeful. Speakers will look at how to think from God’s point of view about the struggles and obstacles in our lives, and will offer some guidelines for translating your Lenten hopes into practical goals. There will be reflection questions, as well as opportunities for discussion.
Father Devaney to speak at St. Francis de Sales Lenten mission
NORTH KINGSTOWN — The parish of St. Francis de Sales, 381 School St., will host a Lenten mission Monday, March 10 and Tuesday, March 11, 6:45 p.m., and Wednesday March 12, 7 p.m. The mission is entitled “Christ the Divine Physician: Hope and Mercy in the Jubilee Year!” The mission will be led by Father John Maria Devaney, pastor of St. Pius V Parish in Providence. Experiencing thousands of hospital visits and encounters with the sick and dying, Father Devaney will share stories of mercy and hope as seen through the sacramental encounters of a priest with care of souls. He will be available for confession immediately after the mission homily.
Mary, Mother of Mankind to hold Life in the Spirit Seminar
NORTH PROVIDENCE — Mary, Mother of Mankind, 25 Fourth St., to hold Life in the Spirit Seminar. The seminar led by Don and Pat Turbitt will begin each Thursday from March 13 – April 17, at 7 p.m. and end at 8 p.m. For more information, call 401-231-3542.
St. Joseph’s Church to host raffle and food sale fundraiser during St. Patrick’s Day Parade
NEWPORT — St. Joseph’s Church, located at the corner of Mann Avenue and Broadway, will host a major raffle and food sale fundraiser coinciding with the St. Patrick’s Day Parade which kicks off right outside the church Saturday, March 15 at 11 a.m. From 8 – 11:30 a.m., the parish will sell breakfast sandwiches, hash browns, pancake sausage bites, Father Hiep’s famous spring rolls, and various home-made baked goods, along with coffee and water. For more information or to purchase raffle tickets email elaine.stjoes@gmail.com or call 978-729-0206.
Called to Serve
PROVIDENCE — Our Lady of Providence Seminary will host Called to Serve: a morning of reflection for high school men about the priesthood, on Saturday, March 15, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. For more information, contact Father Ryan Simas, fathersimas@gmail.com or 401-331-1316.
Little Sisters of the Poor to hold St. Patrick’s Day Dinner
SEEKONK, Mass. — The Little Sisters of the Poor Jeanne Jugan Residence of Pawtucket will hold its 17th annual St. Patrick’s Day Dinner & Fundraiser at The Old Grist Mill Tavern, 390 Fall River Ave., on Monday, March 17, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. This annual event supports the Little Sisters’ mission of caring for the elderly poor and includes a traditional corned beef and cabbage dinner. Visit www.littlesistersofthepoorpawtucket.org to download the order form for dinner tickets, “Pot of Gold” tickets and the Little Sisters’ famous homemade scones, which must be pre-ordered. Dine-in or carry-out. Tickets are limited and usually sell out before the March 1 deadline.
Loss of Spouse GriefShare Seminar
WESTERLY — If you are searching for hope and peace after losing your spouse, St. Pius X Church, 44 Elm St., invites you to participate in the Loss of Spouse GriefShare seminar. This is a safe and nurturing place for you to give voice to your unique journey of grief, and to find comfort and spiritual renewal from others who understand the unspeakable pain of losing a spouse. At this meeting you will watch a video, be part of a supportive discussion group, and join in prayer with others who share your faith in Christ. Two sessions will be offered, Tuesday, March 18, 6 – 7:30 p.m., and Saturday, March 22, 8:30 – 10 a.m. Advanced registration is required. To do so, contact Mike DeNoia at 401-932-3524.
Knights to host game dinner
NORTH PROVIDENCE — State Knights of Columbus will host a game dinner on Sunday, March 23, 1 p.m., at the Dillon Council, 1675 Douglas Ave. For tickets and more information, contact Peter Lentini, at TireMan966@hotmail.com.
Lenten Day of Recollection
PROVIDENCE — A Lenten Day of Recollection will take place at the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul, 30 Fenner St., on Saturday, March 29, beginning at 10:45 a.m. and concluding with 5 p.m. Mass. The theme for this special day will be: “The Passion Narrative and the Gospel of St. John - St. Paul Letters.” The day will include scripture reflections and talks by Msgr. Anthony Mancini, cathedral rector, and Sister Elizabeth Castro, HMSP, with adoration, holy Rosary, confessions, vespers, and Mass. Lunch will be provided. For more information, call
401-331-2434.
