About our anniversary year
Beginning September 8, 2021, the Diocese of Providence is celebrating the sesquicentennial of its foundation through a series of events running through June 2022. For more information on our anniversary events, visit dioceseofprovidence.org/150
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How Do We Show Gratitude? |
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One of the most intriguing incidents in the early ministry of Jesus involved the cleansing of a leper. The Gospel of Mark (1: 40-45) records that a man with leprosy approached Jesus, knelt before him, and begged to be cured. Jesus, “moved with pity” cured the man but then “warned him sternly” not to tell anyone what had happened. “See that you tell no one anything,” Jesus demanded.
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A Critical Lifeline to Families: Bishop Tobin’s ‘Keep the Heat On’ Campaign Kicks Off 17th Season |
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By Laura Kilgus, Assistant Editor, RI Catholic
PROVIDENCE — Kristen Costa, 35, is a supermom. She’s caring for her two children, navigating work, motherhood and her own personal health concerns — in a pandemic no less. The Rumford resident was recently diagnosed with cervical cancer and has been recuperating from a partial hysterectomy. She had a payment plan with National Grid for her electric, but was unable to keep current with the agreed upon budget plan plus the current bill. Finances were getting tight.
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Bishops: Tell Congress Not to Exclude Catholic Schools from Federal Child Care and Pre-K Programs |
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WASHINGTON — The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops is urging the faithful to help ensure the Build Back Better Act does not effectively exclude Catholic schools from child care and pre-K programs, thus severely limiting options for families. Read more
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As of this morning, Nov. 19, the House passed the Build Back Better Act, next it goes onto the Senate. |
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Bishop Reed speaks at 2021 Convocation of Priests in historic Newport |
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The Diocese of Providence welcomed Bishop Robert Reed to the annual Convocation of Priests in historic Newport, held November 8-10, at the Gurney’s Conference Center. During his visit, Bishop Reed spoke to diocesan priests about the many challenges that clergy face. Throughout five presentations, he looked at life in the local church, post pandemic, and offered a series of reflections
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PHOTO: Laura Kilgus, Assistant Editor, RI Catholic |
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US Bishops foster Eucharistic devotion with new document
The Bishops of the United States vote to approve a document entitled “The Mystery of the Eucharist in the Life of the Church,” and link it to a pastoral plan for Eucharistic renewal
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By Devin Watkins, Vatican News
US Bishops are calling on American Catholics to “enter more deeply by faith and love” into the Mystery of Mysteries, the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist.
Meeting for the Fall General Assembly of the US Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB), the Bishops on Wednesday approved a document dedicated to the Eucharist with a secret electronic vote of 222 in favor and 8 against, with 3 abstentions - an overwhelming consensus of over 95%.
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SPRED community opening at St. Patrick, Providence
From the diocesan Apostolate with People with Disabilities
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The Special Religious Education (SPRED) mission is to form small communities of faith in parishes to welcome persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities and foster inclusion in assemblies of worship. This ministry assists parishes in deepening the faith of “special friends,” helping them to participate fully in the work and liturgical life of the church.
SPRED at St. Patrick parish
Just below - the talented and dedicated SPRED catechists are in the process of remodeling the space at St. Patrick for a new SPRED center!
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Holy Hour to begin in the new year at St. Patrick Church. The SPRED Holy Hour below was held October 5, 2021 |
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Holy Trinity Parish, Woonsocket, holds first bilingual "Life in the Spirit" seminar series
From the diocesan Office of Hispanic Ministry
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“...for no one can lay a foundation other than the one that is there,
namely, Jesus Christ.” - 1 Cor 3:11
The six-week seminar series was organized by the Spanish Prayer Group “Fe, Esperanza y Amor” (Faith Hope and Love). At the final meeting held last Saturday, participants - consisting of 41 Spanish-speaking and 20 English-speaking parishioners - were prayed over and received baptism in the Holy Spirit. Organizers were assisted by leaders of St. Edward and St. Patrick parishes, Providence, and the diocesan Office of Hispanic Ministry.
About the Life in the Spirit Seminars
Seminars are designed to help people find a new and fuller and better life as Christians by laying or strengthening the foundation of a truly Christian life.
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PHOTO: Silvio Cuellar, Coordinator, diocesan Office of Hispanic Ministry and Editor, El Catolico |
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Our 150th Anniversary Celebration events continue!
Human Life Guild Mass and Awards,
Pro-Life speaker, Gloria Purvis
From the diocesan Office of Life and Family
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Most Rev. Thomas J. Tobin, Bishop of Providence, was the principal celebrant and homilist of the 17th annual Human Life Guild Mass on Saturday, October 16 at 9:30 a.m. in the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul, Providence. Following Holy Mass, Bishop Tobin honored four individuals with a Human Life Guild Award.
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Gloria Purvis, a national pro-life speaker as well as a radio personality and Catholic commentator, spoke on "Born and Unborn: The Integrity of the Human Person in The Womb and Society," Saturday, October 16 at 11 a.m. in McVinney Auditorium, Providence.
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Pope: Christ comforts us in our darkness |
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Sunday, November 21
On the last Sunday of each liturgical year, the Church celebrates the Solemnity of Christ the King
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This Sunday in the Cathedral with Bishop Tobin! |
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Advent Masses at our Catholic Cemeteries
Beginning Sun., Nov. 28
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From Bishop Tobin
In case you missed it!
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From our Catholic Schools |
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Learn more about Catholic Schools in Rhode Island.
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Just in time for Thanksgiving - how to Cook a Turkey by the Pre-K students!
St. Mary School, PreK-8, Cranston
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3rd grade created Fairy Tale Maps and shared with their classmates and other grades as well!
Sacred Heart School, K-8, East Providence
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150 Acts of Charity
How to recognize someone or how to get involved
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About the 150 Acts of Charity
To make a recognition
During our special 150th Anniversary Celebration, Bishop Tobin is recognizing 150 unsung individuals/groups of our diocesan family who have performed new and/or increased volunteer efforts in our diocesan parishes, Catholic schools and organizations and/or in their wider communities during the 150th Diocesan Celebration Year. Recognition will take place individually and in groups throughout the coming year. Learn more and/or make a recognition at dioceseofprovidence.org/150-acts-of-charity.
To get involved
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A beautiful start to your Advent Season!
Sat., Nov. 27 in the Cathedral - registration required
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GET YOUR TICKETS
Sounds of the Season Concert
Our 150th Anniversary celebration continues!
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Click image below for tickets and more! |
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Our Lady of Guadalupe Celebration |
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Download/print the flyer to share:
Learn more about Hispanic Ministry in our diocese, here. |
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Need help?
Learn more -
Click here to see the good work of your Catholic Charities donation in action.
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Please consult parish websites, bulletins, and social media for the most up-to-date Mass times/Special Devotions and/or contact each parish directly.
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All parishes, schools and individuals with a devotion to St. Joseph are welcome to send information regarding this to editor@thericatholic.com.
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Employment Opportunities in the Diocese of Providence |
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Whatever you eat, whatever you drink, whatever you do at all – do it for the glory of God "- Corinthians 10:31
Please click here to view the employment opportunities currently posted in the Diocese of Providence.
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Stay in touch
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Bishop Tobin
Diocese of Providence
Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul
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Sincerely yours in Christ,
The Roman Catholic Diocese of Providence
Communications Office
One Cathedral Square, Providence, RI
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