Information from the Diocese of Providence
during the COVID-19 Crisis
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From Bishop Tobin: We All Have A Mixed Legacy |
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Recently a prominent American archbishop passed away. The headline of his obituary said that he left behind a “mixed legacy.” The obit went on to recall the archbishop’s accomplishments along with what the article deemed to be his missteps and failures. Read more. |
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Blessed McGivney: Model parish priest with ‘zeal’ for Gospel, for serving faithful |
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Blessed Michael J. McGivney was “an outstanding witness of Christian solidarity and fraternal assistance” because of his “zeal” for proclaiming the Gospel and his “generous concern for his brothers and sisters,” Pope Francis said in his apostolic letter of beatification of the founder of the Knights of Columbus. Read more. |
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The Most Reverend Thomas J. Tobin, Bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Providence, celebrated Holy Mass for the faithful departed at the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul, Providence, on All Souls Day, Monday, November 2 at 12:00 noon.
Prayers were offered for all those in the Diocese who have died in the past year, with a special remembrance of those who have died from COVID-19, and those who could not have traditional funeral rites during the statewide lockdown earlier this year.
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Unable to attend Holy Mass?
Learn how to Make a Spiritual Communion
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March 2020, at the start of the pandemic, Rev. Jeremy J. Rodrigues, S.T.L., Administrative Secretary to the Bishop & Director of the Office for Divine Worship, Diocese of Providence, recorded videos for the faithful explaining "How to Make a Spiritual Communion." Available here in English, Portuguese and Spanish.
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Nine men ordained to Sacred Order of Deacons |
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PROVIDENCE — A renowned 13th century deacon once answered Christ’s call to rebuild his church.
“The rest, as they say, is history. The story of St. Francis of Assisi is very well known,” Bishop Thomas J. Tobin said Oct. 24 during the ordination of nine men to the permanent diaconate.
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Capital campaign paying dividends to assist parish ministries
News from the Grateful for God's Providence Capital Campaign
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CUMBERLAND — Michael Woody and his wife, Joanne Speroni-Woody, were set to give a parish presentation on the Grateful for God’s Providence Campaign last winter. When they walked into St. John Vianney Church for Mass, they saw a green bucket on the altar, catching rainwater. Read more.
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St. Jude parishioners receive their parish rebate check. Pictured from left to right are Peggy O’Neill, Cindi Daigneault, Richard Daigneault, Father Bernard C. Lavin, Gary Stott, Mike Speidel, Sister Mary Higgins and Carolyn Spagnole.
PHOTO: BRIAN FRAGA
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Pictured from left to right, parishioners Joanne Speroni-Woody, Michael Woody, Father Joseph Pescatello, pastor of St. John Vianney Church, and Tim McCaig, director of stewardship and development for the Diocese of Providence.
PHOTO: BRIAN FRAGA
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Your donations to the "Grateful for God's Providence" Campaign are supporting the Cathedral of Saints Peter & Paul roof project |
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Thanks to generous support from parishioners across the diocese who have contributed to Bishop Thomas J. Tobin’s Grateful for God’s Providence capital campaign — which has an allocation to help cover improvements to the cathedral — as well as donations from parishioners for its upkeep, the Cathedral of SS. Peter and Paul is able to undertake its most significant renovation since 2012-2013.
Currently running at about $4.5 million, although it is budgeted for up to $5 million, the project will see the entire slate roof replaced. Improvements along the roof line are also planned, including work on the gutters, valleys, copper flashing and some stonework around the perimeter of the building. More below.
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Click video above to learn more about the support
to the Cathedral of Saints Peter & Paul, Providence
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PHOTOS COURTESY OF DIOCESAN FACILITIES DEPARTMENT |
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More great photos from our Catholic Schools |
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Photos below from St. Phillip School, Greenville! They recently held their Annual Walk-A-Thon. It looked a bit different this year, with the students walking the school/parish property socially distanced rather than walking as a community grouped together with their buddies, but it was still a fun morning for all!
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PHOTOS COURTESY OF ST. PHILIP SCHOOL. PREK-8, GREENVILLE, RI |
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The Diocese on Social Media
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Pope: Ask Jesus to strengthen your prayer |
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ON SALE NOW!
The 3rd volume in Father Robert Hayman's
"The History of the Diocese of Providence"
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Want to write for your diocesan newspaper? |
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Rhode Island Catholic newspaper is looking for freelance journalists to assist in covering news and events of the Catholic faith, family and life throughout the Diocese of Providence. Read more. |
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Need some help?
The Catholic Charity Appeal
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GET HELP
GIVE HELP
If you are financially able, please consider making a donation online by visiting givecentral.org/2020CCA or by texting the word "Appeal" to 401.496.9889. Your gift will immediately make a positive impact in the lives of your neighbors in need.
LEARN MORE
Click here to see the good work of your Catholic Charities donation in action.
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The Rhode Island Catholic
Back in your mailbox biweekly
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After having moved all publishing to the RI Catholic website as the pandemic began to unfold, the diocesan newspaper has returned to print biweekly!
Find the Catholic online:
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Live-streamed and pre-recorded Masses |
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**Please consult parish websites, bulletins, and social media often for the most up-to-date Mass times as we slowly move to resume public worship. Be reminded that some parishes may continue with live-streaming liturgies, Mass times may change, and each parish will have guidelines in place for parishioners.**
Regular Masses
During the COVID-19 Crisis, regular Masses continue to be posted on the diocesan website page dedicated to parish live-streamed/pre-recorded Masses. Find it here.
Special Devotions & Public Worship
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Watch the Sunday 10:00am Mass live from the Cathedral! |
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Stay in touch
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Sincerely yours in Christ,
The Roman Catholic Diocese of Providence
Office of Communications
One Cathedral Square, Providence, RI
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