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.
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 dioceseofprovidence.org/NEP.
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
fathersimas@gmail.com.
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
paxchristiusa.org/2026/04/25/faith-leaders-mini-summits-on-nuclear-disarmament.
St. Timothy Church Vacation Bible School
WARWICK — St. Timothy Church, 1799 Warwick Ave., will hold its Vacation Bible School from Monday, August 3, to Friday, August 7. The program is open to students currently in grades K-5. Financial aid available. Students currently in grades 6-11 can apply to be junior camp counselors at no cost, an opportunity eligible for community service hours. The event will feature stations for faith, music, crafts, snacks, and games, with additional volunteer roles available in drama, decorations, and administration. For more information or to register, contact Lori Ann Dunn at 401-440-7837, 401-921-0712, or
sainttimothy@weconnect.com.
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 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.
