Information from the Diocese of Providence
during the COVID-19 Crisis
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Sunday, April 25 is the World Day of Prayer for Vocations |
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On this day, let us publicly fulfill the Lord's instruction to
"Pray the Lord of the harvest to send laborers into his harvest" (Mt 9:38; Lk 10:2).
Please pray that young men and women hear and respond generously to the Lord's call to the priesthood, diaconate, religious life, societies of apostolic life or secular institutes.
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Bishop Tobin on getting vaccinated: 'It's the right thing to do'
Bishop's Thursday, April 22 interview on WJAR NBC 10 News
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PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WJAR) — Speaking out for the first time about his experience getting vaccinated against COVID-19, Bishop Thomas Tobin of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Providence has a message to those with second thoughts.
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Pope calls for monthlong global prayer marathon for end of pandemic |
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VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope Francis has called for a global prayer marathon for the entire month of May, praying for the end to the pandemic.
“The initiative will involve in a special way all shrines in the world” in promoting the initiative so that individuals, families and communities all take part in reciting the rosary, “to pray for the end of the pandemic,” said the Pontifical Council for Promoting New Evangelization in a press release April 21.
(Photo: Catholic School student prays, file photo. CNS photo/Dave Hrbacek, The Catholic Spirit)
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The Church: Walking Together
From Bishop Tobin
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You’re probably very familiar with what happened to the two disciples of Jesus as they were walking to Emmaus on the day of the Resurrection. The event is recorded in St. Luke’s Gospel (24: 13-35) and appears prominently in the liturgy during the Easter Season.
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Cupcakes, love letters and Poetry Out Loud!
So much good news from our Catholic Schools
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Three happy stories in the Rhode Island Catholic this week highlighting Catholic student volunteerism, loving our neighbors, and outstanding scholarship in poetry!
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As we celebrate the Year of Saint Joseph . . . |
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Each of us can discover in Joseph – the man who goes unnoticed, a daily, discreet and hidden presence – an intercessor, a support and a guide in times of trouble. Saint Joseph reminds us that those who appear hidden or in the shadows can play an incomparable role in the history of salvation."
- from the Apostolic Letter of the Holy Father Francis on the 150th Anniversary of the Proclamation of Saint Joseph as Patron of the Universal Church, given in Rome, at Saint John Lateran, on 8 December, Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary, in the year 2020
Celebrations are scheduled across the diocese throughout this special year of Saint Joseph, join us! Find upcoming events here
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A Message for Earth Day
Pope on global crises: We are running out of time
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In a message for Earth Day April 22, Pope Francis said the world is running out of time to solve the crises caused by climate change and the pandemic.
Watch below
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We hope you will consider making a gift at Mass this weekend!
“It is in giving that we receive…” - Prayer of Saint Francis
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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. Mary School, Cranston - PreK-8
Earth Day activities in Kindergarten
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St. Augustine School, Providence - PreK-8
Reading Week! Rainbow Day! The sky's the limit!
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In case you missed it!
The Diocese on Social Media
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Don't miss out!
Rhode Island Movie Premiere of ROE v. WADE
Thursday, May 6 at 7:00pm in McVinney Auditorium, Providence
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Save the Date!
Open House, Saturday, May 15!
Mother of Hope Summer Day Camp, Chepachet
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Bring the family and explore the camp at the Spring Open House, Sunday, May 15 from 11:00am to 3:00pm!
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Diocesan Youth Day 2021
Save the Date! Saturday, September 11!
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Need help during these challenging days?
Learn more -
Click here to see the good work of your Catholic Charities donation in action.
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Gathered, live streamed and pre-recorded Masses |
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Please consult parish websites, bulletins, and social media for Mass times/Special Devotions and/or contact each parish directly for the most up to date information.
Be reminded that some parishes may continue with live-streaming liturgies, Mass times may change without notice due to COVID-19, and parishes will have guidelines in place for parishioners - - contact each parish directly for all the most up to date Mass times and more.
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Watch Sunday 10:00am Holy Mass live from the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul, Providence |
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Stay informed!
Read the Rhode Island Catholic
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Find the RI Catholic online:
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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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Learn more about how you can support the mission of the Diocese of Providence
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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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