Hope and Cope support group to meet
PORTSMOUTH — The St. Matthias Ministry Hope and Cope Support Group will meet on Sunday, August 22, from 5 - 6 p.m. in the chapel meeting room, under the chapel, at St. Barnabas Church, 1697 E. Main Road. If you know someone who is supporting a loved one or friend in need of recovery or currently in recovery yourself, then this group is for you. This program is free and provides a wonderful focus on Catholic Spirituality to support recovery. No registration is required. For more information, send an email to Deacon John Silvia at deaconjohn@jsilvia.com.
Warwick Parishes form Flame of Love Prayer Group
WARWICK — Saint Timothy and Saint Rita Parishes have formed a Flame of Love of the Immaculate Heart of Mary prayer group, meeting on the first and third Wednesdays of the month in the Monsignor Carlin Center at Saint Timothy Church, 1799 Warwick Ave. The meeting begins at 1 p.m. New members are always welcome. For information contact Deacon Ken at flameoflove02889@gmail.com or call the parish office at 739-9552. Click here for more information.
Ignatian Volunteer Corps needs your help
PROVIDENCE — The Ignatian Volunteer Corps is currently seeking volunteers age 50 and older to start in the fall of 2021. Each volunteer commits to serve one to two days per week for 10 months at an agency working with individuals struggling with poverty and 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. Visit the Ignation Volunteer Corps website for more information: www.ivcusa.org/new-england.
St. Bartholomew Church plans Summer Festival
PROVIDENCE — St. Bartholomew Church, 305 Laurel Hill Ave., will hold its 53rd annual Summer Festival on Saturday, Aug. 7, from 3 - 8 p.m., and Sunday, Aug. 8 from 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. The festival will feature Italian, American and Spanish foods. Rain or shine. For more information call 401-944-4466 or visit www.stbartschurchri.org.
Worship Night to benefit young woman to serve as Franciscan Sister of the Renewal
PROVIDENCE — All are invited to attend a Worship Night to benefit Emily Cuellar, youth leader from St. Patrick Church, who will be joining religious life to serve as a Franciscan Sister of the Renewal, (CFR). The event will be held on Friday, Aug. 13, 7:30 p.m. at Bishop McVinney Auditorium. Proceeds from the event will assist Emily with her remaining student loans, which must be paid before she can enter the convent. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/CuellarFamilyMusic.
Summer Bazaar at Jesus Saviour Church
NEWPORT — Jesus Saviour Church, 1 Vernon Ave., will host a summer bazaar from August 12 – 14, from 5 – 11 p.m. each evening. The bazaar will feature major raffles, bingo, pull tabs and booths, assorted games and white elephant. Homemade fava, chourico sandwiches and homemade pastries will be available for purchase. Admission is free.
St. Anthony Parish to hold annual feast
WEST WARWICK — St. Anthony Parish in West Warwick will host their annual feast on August 13, 14 and 15. The feast will begin Friday, Aug. 13 at 11 a.m. with the sale of fish and chips, with normal activities beginning at 5 p.m. The feast will open on Saturday, Aug. 14, at 5 p.m. On Sunday, Aug. 15, malassadas will be sold at 10 a.m.; Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m.; and the procession will leave the parish grounds at 2 p.m. A variety of Portuguese and American food will be sold. Weekend entertainment by DJ John Bolarinho and on Saturday a special appearance by the Portuguese band Starlight. For more information visit www.stanthonysww.com or email matthew@stanthonysww.com.
Parish Yard Sale
WARWICK — St. Kevin and St. Benedict Parish, 333 Sandy Lane, will hold a yard sale on Saturday, Aug. 14, 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. It will feature household items, furniture, Christmas decorations, clothes and more. The rain date is Aug. 21.
Shrine of the Little Flower to celebrate 98th Anniversary of its foundation
BURRILLVILLE —The Shrine of the Little Flower will celebrate the 98th Anniversary of its foundation on Sunday, Aug. 15, beginning at 10 a.m. with praying the rosary and Mass immediately following. The day’s events will include a coffee hour, praying the Scala Sancta devotion, self-guided tours of the Shrine grounds and exposition of the Relic of St. Thérèse. The Shrine Gift Shop will also be open and holding an “Any Donation Accepted” sale. The Shrine is located at 35 Dion Drive in the Nasonville section of Burrillville. For more information, contact the Shrine Coordinator at 401-568-8280.
Emmaus Ministry for Grieving Parents to offer Virtual Retreats
PROVIDENCE — The Emmaus Ministry for Grieving Parents of Rhode Island will host a virtual one-hour midweek reflection available on Zoom, on August 25, from 8 – 9 p.m. This retreat is for grieving parents whose children of any age have died by any cause, no matter how long ago. Losing a child under any circumstances is horrendous. Focusing on the spirituality of the grieving process can help tremendously. Registration is required to receive the meeting ID and password. Instructions for dial-in access with a mobile phone will also be provided. To register, and for a complete listing of virtual and in-person events, please visit www.emfgp.org.
Knights to host Lobster Roll Fridays
BRISTOL — The Knights of Columbus Bristol Council #379 will host Lobster Roll Fridays from now until Friday, August 27, 4 - 7 p.m., at Seabra Supermarket, 1150 Hope St., Bristol. Order online at www.kofc379.org.
Diocesan Youth Day 2021
CUMBERLAND — The 2021 Diocesan Youth Day will take place on September 11, from 11 a.m. – 8 p.m., at Our Lady of Fatima Church, 1 Fatima Drive. This year’s theme is “Empowered,” and will welcome special musical guest Cooper Ray. The day will include music, games, workshops, Mass, adoration, con-fessions, food, fun and more. For more information, visit catholicyouthri.org or call 278-4626.
