Information from the Diocese of Providence
during the COVID-19 Crisis
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A Happy and Blessed Mother's Day! |
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Confirmation Names
From Bishop Tobin
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In celebrating the Sacrament of Confirmation I’m often intrigued by, and sometimes bemused by, the names candidates take as they receive the sacrament.
As you know, it’s customary, though not obligatory, for the Confirmandi to take a new name. And the taking of a new name at various moments of our religious journey is not unusual; it’s part of our tradition. An infant is named in the Baptism Rite. Consecrated men and women assume a new name at their profession. And, of course, the pope takes a new name when he’s elected.
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In case you missed it!
Bishop Tobin's homily on the Memorial of Saint Joseph the Worker
May 1 in the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul, Providence
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The Diocese of Providence celebrates St. Joseph the Worker |
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PROVIDENCE — The virtues of St. Joseph — faith, obedience, humility, courage and trust — are the same virtues that Christians need to be faithful to the vocations God has called them to, said Bishop Thomas J. Tobin.
“They are the virtues we need to be faithful disciples of Jesus. As we strive to be faithful disciples of Jesus and grow in holiness and virtue, it is St. Joseph who points the way for us,” Bishop Tobin said in his homily during Mass at the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul on May 1, the memorial of St. Joseph the Worker.
(Photo: Brian Fraga, RI Catholic)
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Catholic Foundation awards $14,500 grant to Boys & Girls Clubs of Providence |
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PROVIDENCE — The Catholic Foundation of Rhode Island has awarded the Boys & Girls Clubs of Providence a $14,500 grant from its Vision of Hope-At Risk Parent/Child Support Program Endowment Fund.
The fund was established in 2002 as the result of the successful Vision of Hope Capital Campaign and provides annual grants to entities, diocesan and other, that offer broad support for at-risk populations involving parents and children.
(Photo: Courtesy of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Providence)
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Pope: One act of pure love is greatest miracle Christians can perform |
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VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Contemplative prayer transforms and purifies the human heart, Pope Francis said.
Being contemplative in prayer is an act of faith and love, it is “the ‘breath’ of our relationship with God,” he said during his weekly general audience May 5.
Continuing his series of talks on prayer, the pope reflected on contemplative prayer, which is not so much a way of doing, “but a way of being,” he said.
(Photo: CNS photo/Vatican Media)
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The Diocese of Providence returns to normal liturgical and sacramental practices beginning today! |
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Join Auxiliary Bishop Robert C. Evans live in the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul for the ordination to the transitional diaconate of Mr. Mark Gabriel Gadoury on Saturday, May 15 at 10:00 a.m. or watch the livestream here!
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Pope starts monthlong, global Rosary to end pandemic |
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Under the gaze of a seventh-century icon of Mary, Pope Francis launched a monthlong, global recitation of the rosary, pleading for Mary's intercession for the end of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Watch below
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During National Nurses Week, and everyday, may God bless all nurses and healthcare workers for all they do! |
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Place your Memorial Day Tribute
In the Rhode Island Catholic's May 27 edition
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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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Bishop McVinney Regional School, Providence - PreK-8
Congrats to the middle school students for participating in this year's Bible Bowl, and to grade 7 for taking home the top prize!
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Mount Saint Charles Academy, Woonsocket - 6-12
It's 3:00 p.m. and this senior NHS Peer Assistant is helping a middle school Mountie prepare for her upcoming science test!
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In case you missed it!
The Diocese on social media
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May Events from the diocesan Office of Hispanic Ministry |
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For more information, please contact Silvio Cuellar, Coordinator, diocesan Office of Hispanic Ministry, 401.421.7888, ext. 233 or scuellar@dioceseofprovidence.org.
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Come and make some memories!
Summer Camp 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, Saturday, May 15 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.! More information at motherofhopecamp.com.
Take a minute and watch below - see for yourself the beauty of a child's summer spent at Mother of Hope Camp!
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Diocesan Youth Day 2021
Save the date! Saturday, September 11!
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The 2021 Diocesan Youth Day will take place on September 11, from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., at Our Lady of Fatima Church, 1 Fatima Drive, Cumberland. This year’s theme is “Empowered” and will welcome special musical guest Cooper Ray. The event will feature faith, food, fun, friends and more. For more information, visit catholicyouthri.org. |
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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 Mass times/Special Devotions and/or contact each parish directly for the most up to date information on Mass times and more.
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Watch Sunday 10:00 a.m. Holy Mass live from the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul, 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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