16th Annual Men’s Conference
PROVIDENCE — Saint Augustine Parish, 20 Old County Road, will host a day of prayer and reflection sponsored by the Men of Saint Joseph International on Saturday, May 2, from 7:45 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event will feature a Eucharistic celebration, inspiring talks by Bishop Bruce A. Lewandowski, C.Ss.R., Father Christopher Mahar, and Mr. Dennis Sousa, as well as worship, round table discussions, breakfast, and lunch. For tickets, visit www.mosji.org for more information.
Rosary for Migrants
CENTRAL FALLS — Fuerza Laboral, 6 Chases Lane, will host a Rosary for Migrants on Saturday, May 2, beginning at 11 a.m. Participants will walk from Chases Lane to the Wyatt Detention Center, 950 High St., to pray on the public sidewalk from 11:15 to 11:45 a.m. for those detained at the center. All are invited to join the walk or meet the group directly in front of the center.
Knights of Columbus Baby Shower Breakfast
PAWTUCKET — St. Teresa of the Child Jesus Church, 385 Newport Ave., will hold the 14th annual Knights of Columbus Baby Shower Breakfast on Sunday, May 3, from 8 a.m. to noon. The event will be held in the church hall. Proceeds from the breakfast will benefit the Mother of Life Pregnancy Center in Providence and The Little Flower Home for Homeless Pregnant Women in Tiverton.
Finding God in Suffering Reflection
COVENTRY — Saints John and Paul Church, 343 South Main St., will host an evening of reflection with Fr. Christopher Mahar, Ph.D., S.T.D., on Tuesday, May 5, at 6 p.m. in the Parish Hall. Fr. Mahar will reflect on his book, “Finding God in Suffering,” and explore finding love in the midst of pain. The event will include a Q&A session, refreshments, and books available for purchase. For more information, call Jim at 401-828-2761.
Chopstick Auction
CUMBERLAND — Historic St. Joseph Church, 1303 Mendon Rd., will host its annual chopstick auction on Friday, May 8, at 7 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m. Participants are eligible to win approximately 100 prizes. The event will feature a split-the-pot raffle, baked goods, and an ice cream sundae bar for a small fee.
St. Patrick Mother’s Day and Spring Dinner Dance
HARRISVILLE — St. Patrick Church, 45 Harrisville Main St., will hold its Annual Mother’s Day and Spring Dinner Dance on Saturday, May 9. Doors open at 5 p.m. followed by a chicken dinner at 6 p.m. and music by The Live Music Band at 7 p.m. The event will feature dancing and dinner. For more information or to purchase tickets, call 401-568-5600.
Mary, the Bible and the Mother of God
COVENTRY — Saints John & Paul Parish Center, 341 S. Main St., will host an eight-week Bible study, “Mary, the Bible and the Mother of God,” on Tuesdays, May 12 through June 30, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The sessions will explore the relationship between the “New Adam” and the “New Eve” beginning with the Book of Genesis. Advance registration is required as class size is limited. For more information, contact John Murray at jmurray3477@gmail.com.
Candlelight Rosary Procession
BURRILLVILLE — The Shrine of the Little Flower, 35 Dion Drive, will sponsor a candlelight rosary procession on Wednesday, May 13, at 7:30 p.m. in honor of the Feast of Our Lady of Fatima. The procession begins outdoors at the Rosary Walk; in the event of inclement weather, the group will meet inside the church. For more information, call 401-568-8280.
Evening of Appreciation for Catechetical Leaders
WARWICK — The Secretariat for Evangelization and Pastoral Planning will host an Evening of Appreciation for catechetical leaders on Tuesday, May 19, at the Aldrich Mansion, 836 Warwick Neck Ave. Bishop Bruce A. Lewandowski, C.Ss.R., will be in attendance to thank leaders for their commitment to the mission of the Church. For more information or if you did not receive the email invitation, contact Ed Trendowski at ETrendowski@dpvd.org.
KofC Breakfast
NORTH KINGSTOWN — The Knights of Columbus will hold a breakfast at the Council Hall, 1265 Tower Hill Road, on Sunday, May 17, from 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. The menu includes scrambled or fried eggs, bacon, pancakes, home fries, breakfast pastries, orange juice, coffee and tea. For more information, contact the council hall.
St. Lucy 75th Anniversary Dinner
MIDDLETOWN — St. Lucy Church, 909 West Main Road, will celebrate its 75th anniversary on Saturday, May 23, beginning with a 5 p.m. Mass celebrated by Bishop Bruce A. Lewandowski, C.Ss.R. A buffet dinner will follow at 6 p.m. in the renovated parish center. The event will feature baked stuffed chicken, appetizers and a cash bar. Tickets a can be purchased at www.stlucy.org, the parish office or after weekend Masses. For more information, call 401-847-6153.
Blue Mass scheduled
PROVIDENCE — Our Lady of the Rosary Church, 21 Traverse St., will host a Mass for Public Safety, also known as the Blue Mass, on Wednesday, May 27, at 7 p.m. Bishop Bruce A. Lewandowski, C.Ss.R., will be the main celebrant. The event invites the community to come together to honor and pray for the protection of police and fire personnel, first responders and their families.
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.
World Youth Day 2027
PROVIDENCE — The Secretariat for Evangelization and Pastoral Planning will not organize a formal group for World Youth Day 2027 in Seoul, but Providence pilgrims are invited to join groups from the Diocese of Fall River or the Archdiocese of Boston. Interested parishes or schools may register individuals or groups through the Boston pilgrimage office. For more information or to express interest, contact wyd@rcab.org.
Mother of Hope Camp Open House
CHEPACHET — Mother of Hope Camp, 1585 West Greenville Road, will hold an Open House on Saturday, May 16, from noon to 4 p.m. Registration is currently open for the Summer 2026 Day Camp season, which officially begins on Monday, June 22. The camp is also accepting reservations for spring Challenge Course programs and Field Days. For more information or to sign up, visit motherofhopecamp.com or call 401-568-3580.
Adoration at Aldrich
WARWICK — Aldrich Mansion, 836 Warwick Neck Ave., will host “Adoration at Aldrich,” an outdoor evening of worship, on Thursday, May 28, from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Bishop Bruce A. Lewandowski, C.Ss.R., will lead candlelight prayer and worship before the Most Blessed Sacrament. The event will feature music beginning at 6:30 p.m., followed by Adoration at 7 p.m. and light refreshments. Attendees are asked to bring their own blankets or lawn chairs. In case of rain, the event will move to St. Timothy/St. Rita Parish. Registration is required as space is limited to 400 participants.
Annual May Breakfast
EAST PROVIDENCE — Our Lady of Loreto Church, 346 Waterman Ave., will hold its Annual May Breakfast in the parish hall on Sunday, May 31, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. The event will feature pancakes, sausage, ham, eggs, beans, fruit, breakfast pastry, juice, coffee, raffles and a 50/50 raffle. For more information, visit ourladyofloretoep.org or call the office at 401-434-3535.
Portsmouth Institute for 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 ww.portsmouthinstitute.org/humanitas.
Forming the Next Generation of Saints
PORTSMOUTH — Mandatum is a 5-day, 4-night immersive experience for Catholic high school teens, held Monday to Friday, June 22 through 26, on the beautiful campus of Portsmouth Abbey, 285 Cory’s Lane, Portsmouth, bringing together Catholic high school teens from across the diocese. This week provides an opportunity to form young men and women. Rooted in prayer and strengthened by the Sacraments, students will be equipped to embrace their call to holiness, mission, and responsibility in the Church and in the world. The goal is bold and clear: to raise up a generation of saints who lead with wisdom and love, imitate Christ, and stand as a leaven of renewal and a witness to the Gospel in every sphere of society. Registration and more at evangelizeri.org/mandatum. Deadline to register: April 30.
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 chestertonri.org/events/artsweek, call 401-287-2280, or email info@chestertonri.org.
Vacation Bible Camp
PROVIDENCE — St. Patrick Church, 244 Smith St., will host the Msgr. Sabourin Vacation Bible Camp for people with disabilities from Monday, July 13, to Friday, July 17, from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The integrated, bilingual and wheelchair-accessible camp is sponsored by the Moran-Ventre Foundation and the Office of the Apostolate with People with Disabilities. Adult volunteers are welcome and needed; for more information, contact Irma Rodriguez at 401-278-4578 or irodriguez@dpvd.org.
Quo Vadis 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 fathersimas@gmail.com.
Morning of Recollection: ‘The Franciscan Jubilee’
WICKFORD — St. Bernard Church, 275 Tower Hill Road, will host a Morning of Recollection in recognition of the 800th anniversary of the death of St. Francis of Assisi. The program begins at 8:30 a.m. with “coffee and” and concludes with Mass at 11:30 a.m., featuring presentations on Franciscan spirituality and time for quiet prayer. Registration is required by calling the parish office at 401-295-0387 or emailing sbc.pa@verizon.net.
