As we observe today's Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus—during the month of June also dedicated to the Sacred Heart—we are reminded of the words of Pope Leo XIII: "There is in the Sacred Heart a symbol and a sensible image of the infinite love of Jesus Christ which moves us to love one another."
Set aside a few moments today to pray
the Litany of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus with us, click here.
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Blessings as they Begin their Holy Ministry
Father Daniel M. Mahoney and Father Doan V. Nguyen ordained by Bishop Thomas J. Tobin on June 5, 2021 in the Cathedral of SS. Peter and Paul
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PROVIDENCE — Following a year of great challenges, it was indeed a cathartic moment for the large gathering at the Cathedral of SS. Peter and Paul Saturday for the ordination to the priesthood of Deacons Daniel Mahoney and Doan Nguyen.
After the last in the long line of priests stepped forward to offer each the Fraternal Kiss of Peace at the end of the Rite of Ordination, Father Doan Nguyen turned toward Father Daniel Mahoney with outstretched arms as the two embraced, knowing that not even a global pandemic had deterred them from reaching the goal they both set forth to achieve four years ago.
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From left to right, Father Doan V. Nguyen and Father Daniel M. Mahoney ordained by Bishop Thomas J. Tobin on June 5, 2021 in the Cathedral of SS. Peter and Paul (Photo: Laura Kilgus, Assistant Editor, RI Catholic) |
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Bishop Tobin's Homily
At the Ordination of Rev. Daniel M. Mahoney and Rev. Doan V. Nguyen on June 5, 2021 in the Cathedral of SS. Peter and Paul
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Priesthood always involves closeness with the faithful, pope says |
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VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope Francis told a group of priests studying in Rome that if they do not want to be pastors, spending time with the faithful, they should request dismissal from the priesthood and concentrate on academics instead.
“Be pastors with the scent of your sheep, persons able to live, laugh and cry with your people — in other words, to communicate with them,” the pope told the priests June 7.
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Pope Francis leads an audience June 7, 2021 at the Vatican with priests staying at the St. Louis of France residence for priests in Rome. (CNS photo/Vatican Media) |
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The Deer And The Rosebush: A Parable
From Bishop Tobin
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My friend loves roses. She sometimes even sees them as a divine sign that prayers have been answered, courtesy of St. Therese. My friend has a beautiful little rosebush in her yard that she cares for with affection. Recently the buds were full and the rosebush about to blossom, so you can imagine her disappointment when, early one morning, she ventured outside expecting to see flowering roses, only to find them all gone, snipped off by hungry deer.
It was a sad moment for my friend. I can’t repeat what she said, but suffice it to say that she likes roses a whole lot more than she likes deer.
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Rhode Island Catholic, El Católico win 27 national Catholic Press awards
El Católico wins record number of awards in publication’s history
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CHICAGO — Rhode Island Catholic and its Spanish language publication, El Católico de Rhode Island, were honored on Thursday, June 10, with a combined 27 awards by the Catholic Media Association of the U.S. and Canada during the organization’s 2021 Catholic Media Conference. The newspapers were honored in a variety of categories, including writing and photography, as well as design and advertising.
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The Diocese of Providence Thanks Essential Workers |
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Throughout the month of June, a month dedicated to the Sacred Heart, the Diocese of Providence honors the extraordinary efforts of essential workers throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. We are immensely grateful for their lifesaving and lifegiving work. Hear from Most Rev. Thomas J. Tobin, Bishop of Providence, and others just how much they appreciate essential workers.
Watch below
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Diocese to celebrate essential workers on June 13
Join us this Sunday for a Mass of Thanksgiving to God for Essential Workers at10 a.m. at St. Ann Church, Providence
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PROVIDENCE — At this time last year, at the heart of the COVID-19 outbreak, Father Albert Ranallo had already finished marshalling a group of priests to serve in the hospital ministry — with all of its uncertainties as the virus continued to spread — and was hard at work securing enough personal protective equipment to keep them safe.
Father Ranallo, coordinator for Pastoral Care for Health Facilities in the Diocese of Providence, also serves as the pastor of St. Ann’s Church in Providence.
It is at St. Ann’s Church, 280 Hawkins St., Providence, that the Diocese of Providence’s Office of Pastoral Care for Healthcare Facilities will honor the selfless service of all essential workers who have answered the call to duty.
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NEXT WEEK!
Information Sessions for men interested in the Permanent Diaconate
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In this Year of St. Joseph, and as we prepare for the 150th Anniversary Celebration of the Diocese of Providence, we are joyfully recruiting men interested in the Permanent Diaconate.
- Monday, June 14, 7:00 p.m., St. Barnabas Church, Parish Hall , 1697 Main Road, Portsmouth, RI
- Wednesday, June 16, 7:00 p.m., St. Patrick Church, Prov., Lower Church Hall, 244 Smith St., Providence, RI
- Saturday, June 19, 10:00 a.m., St. Joseph Church, Parish Hall, 1200 Mendon Road, Woonsocket, RI
- Monday, June 21, 7:00 p.m., St. Bernard Church, Parish Hall, 275 Tower Hill Road, North Kingstown, RI
- Wednesday, June 23, 7:00 p.m., Cathedral of SS. Peter and Paul, Lower Hall, Providence, RI
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The nine newest permanent deacons of the Diocese of Providence join Bishop Thomas J. Tobin, center, and Director of Permanent Deacons for the diocese Deacon Noel Edsall, at left, at the Cathedral of SS. Peter and Paul following their ordination, October 24, 2020. Bishop Tobin said the new deacons, who will serve in parishes and diocesan ministries, share in St. Francis’ mission to rebuild and reform the church of their time. (Photo: Rick Snizek, Executive Editor, RI Catholic) |
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Catholic Communication can help to enrich and nourish our spiritual lives
From Michael F. Kieloch, Director of Communications & Public Relations for the Diocese of Providence
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How we spread the Good News and make disciples of all nations, as Christ commands us (cf Mt. 28:19), can seem vastly different in 2021 than in the era of the first apostles and the early Church. Yet our calling, our missionary mandate or “Great Commission,” remains in many ways very much the same.
Through surveys and our own experience, we know we as a Church face ever-declining Mass attendance, declining belief in the perennial teachings of our faith, and what St. John Paul II describes as “entire groups of the baptized [having] lost a living sense of the faith.” (Redemtoris Missio). John Paul II calls the work before us in this modern era “The New Evangelization.”
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Support Catholic Communications in the Diocese of Providence at Mass June 12 and 13 |
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Pope: Recover a sense of adoration |
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During his Corpus Christi Mass June 6, Pope Francis said church reform must be based on an attitude of adoration.
Watch below
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EDITORIAL: The Hyde Amendment must be Protected |
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President Joe Biden’s refusal to uphold the Hyde Amendment, which prohibits federal tax dollars from contributing to abortions, reveals his administration’s radical pro-abortion agenda. There was a time when even most Democrats would argue abortions should be “rare,” clearly recognizing, at least in part, the inherent barbarity of the industry which disguises itself as health-care for women.
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Tell Congress not to take innocent lives! |
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Great photos from our Catholic Schools! |
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Click here to learn more about or schedule a visit to our Catholic schools in Rhode Island. |
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St. Cecilia School, Pawtucket - PreK-8
After lessons on the life cycles of gymnosperms and angiosperms, grade 4 planted their own sunflower seeds. Did you know that a sunflower looks like one giant flower, but it is really many little flowers clustered together?
Ask a fourth grader what they are called!
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St. Mary School, Cranston - PreK-8
Peep-peep! Pre-K has been waiting for the day
when they could hold the chicks!
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Help support Catholic Education in the Diocese of Providence
Act now - deadline July 1, 2021!
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Click here to learn more about FACE of Rhode Island. |
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In case you missed it!
The Diocese on social media
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Miss Rhode Island Competition 2021 is being held at McVinney Auditorium, Providence
It’s a new era and Miss America is evolving!
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The competition is this Sunday, June 13 at 3 p.m.! Learn more or get your tickets here.
Read about Emmilee Jordan, who is representing North Smithfield in the Miss RI competition, and the story of her role as a spokeswoman for teen concussion awareness, here. |
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Join us June 19 for a Day of Prayer Honoring St. Joseph
Registration required for a family to write an icon to St. Joseph
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Celebrations continue around our diocese during this year of St. Joseph! Event details below.
For more information or to register, please contact Irma I. Rodríguez, Director, Office of the Apostolate with People with Disabilities, 401.837.8836 or irodriguez@dioceseofprovidence.org. |
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Guarda la Fecha: Película Pablo el Apóstol de Cristo |
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Jueves 24 de Junio 7:00 pm Auditorio Bishop McVinney (Transmitida completamente en Español) Para registrarte ve a: https://forms.gle/1wib7XWxSM8vZYKZ9 Practicaremos protocolos de seguridad usando máscaras, desinfectando manos y manteniendo distanciamiento social dejando una silla libre entre participantes. Costo: donación voluntaria a beneficio del programa Radial Católico e iniciativas de Evangelización. |
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Calling all teens!
Beginning Thursday, June 24
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Mother of Hope Summer Day Camp opens June 28! |
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Share your devotion to St. Joseph |
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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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Find a Mass
The Diocese of Providence has returned to normal liturgical and sacramental practices
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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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Join us for Adoration in the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul, Providence
Sunday from noon to 1 p.m.
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Come to the Eucharistic presence of the Lord at the Cathedral every Sunday.
This Holy Hour of Adoration will be offered for Vocations in our Diocese and for the Diocese as a whole.
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Stay in touch
Follow the Diocese on social media
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Stay up-to-date with what is happening in our diocese
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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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