FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2022
WEEK 7 OF ORDINARY TIME
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“All I can do is pray.”
Why a 79-Year-Old Rhode Island Priest Went on a Bike Pilgrimage Praying For Peace in Ukraine
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As the crisis escalates in Ukraine, Father Thomas O'Neill, 79, of the Diocese of Providence went on a bike pilgrimage to pray for peace.
You read about it in Rhode Island Catholic and now Father O'Neill joins Currents News to discuss how he put his faith into action.
Watch below
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"I've Never Had An Unhappy Day" |
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A number of years ago I attended the episcopal ordination of a new auxiliary bishop in another diocese. At the end of the ceremony, as is the custom, the newly minted bishop addressed a few remarks to the assembled congregation. He thanked everyone for attending and participating in the ceremony; he thanked God for his priestly vocation; and then he said this: “I’ve never had an unhappy day as a priest!”
Those words struck me then and remain with me now. He didn’t just say that he was happy being a priest, or that he never regretted his vocation. He said he “never had an unhappy day!” “Wow,” I thought to myself. “Either this guy has been really lucky or he’s out of touch with reality.” Everyone, in any field of endeavor, has some unhappy days, don’t they?
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Diocesan finances remain stable in FY 2021 despite COVID-19 pandemic challenges
Combined assets increase by 27% over previous fiscal year, pension funds make positive progress
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By RICK SNIZEK, Executive Editor, RI Catholic
PROVIDENCE — Despite having to navigate unprecedented financial challenges presented during the first and second years of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Diocese of Providence managed to close out the 2021 fiscal year on very sound financial footing, according to the annual diocesan audited financial statements for its General Fund, Catholic Charity Fund — including its annual appeal — along with Catholic Cemeteries.
As outlined in the report, diocesan combined assets — which include cash, outstanding receivables and investments for the Catholic Foundation of RI, diocesan lay and priest pension funds, medical fund and the Interparish Loan Fund — are up $68.83 million, a 27% increase over the previous fiscal year, for a total of $324 million.
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Ash Wednesday 12:05 p.m. Holy Mass with Bishop Tobin in the Cathedral |
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Most Rev. Thomas J. Tobin, Bishop of the Diocese of Providence, will preside at the 12:05 p.m. Mass on Ash Wednesday March 2 in the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul in Providence. Bishop Tobin will bless and distribute ashes to the faithful to mark the beginning of the Lenten season during the Mass. All are welcome!
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This year, Lent begins on March 2 as we observe Ash Wednesday. It continues through the afternoon of Holy Thursday, April 14, and ends as we begin the Sacred Paschal Triduum with the Evening Mass of the Lord’s Supper.
In a particular way during Lent, we are asked to devote ourselves to the spiritual and corporal works of mercy that "remind us that faith finds expression in concrete everyday actions meant to help our neighbors in body and spirit." Pope Francis reminds us, "God's mercy transforms human hearts; it enables us, through the experience of a faithful love, to become merciful in turn."
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THE CELEBRATION OF OUR 150TH ANNIVERSARY CONTINUES
150th anniversary of papal decree founding Diocese of Providence celebrated at cathedral
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By RICK SNIZEK, Executive Editor, RI Catholic
PROVIDENCE — The Diocese of Providence marked the 150th anniversary of Pope Pius IX’s signing of the decree, which founded the new diocese and delineated its boundaries, during the noon Mass at the Cathedral of SS. Peter and Paul on Wednesday, Feb. 16.
Bishop Thomas J. Tobin served as principal celebrant and homilist for the Mass, which was concelebrated by Auxiliary Bishop Robert C. Evans, Vicar General and Moderator of the Curia Msgr. Albert A. Kenney, Chancellor Timothy D. Reilly, Cathedral Rector Msgr. Anthony Mancini and about a dozen priests from across the diocese.
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Priests join Bishop Thomas J. Tobin and Auxiliary Bishop Robert C. Evans in celebrating Mass marking the 150th Anniversary of the founding of the Diocese of Providence at the Cathedral of SS. Peter and Paul on Feb. 16. PHOTO: RICK SNIZEK, Executive Editor, RI Catholic |
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THE CELEBRATION OF OUR 150TH ANNIVERSARY CONTINUES
Lecture by famed author and columnist, George Weigel
Wednesday, March 23, 7 p.m., Our Lady of Mercy Church, East Greenwich
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Join distinguished Catholic Intellectual George Weigel for a lecture on “The Catholic Moment: The Church in the United States and the Redemption of American Democracy.”
The Church in America is living through one of the great transitional periods in the two millennia of Catholic history. George Weigel, biographer of Saint John Paul II, will explore what that transition means and how an evangelically vibrant Church could help heal a fractured American public culture.
This event is co-sponsored by the Portsmouth Institute for Faith and Culture.
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ACTION ALERT: Women’s Health Protection Act
Please act BEFORE this Monday, February 28
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On Monday, February 28, the Senate will vote on the Women’s Health Protection Act, H.R. 3755. This deceptively-named, extreme bill would impose abortion on demand nationwide at any stage of pregnancy through federal statute.
Even worse, it would eliminate modest and widely supported pro-life laws at every level of government -- the federal, state, and local level -- including parental notification for minor girls, informed consent, and health or safety protections specific to abortion facilities.
It would force all Americans to support abortions here and abroad with their tax dollars.
It would also likely force health care providers and professionals to perform, assist in, and/or refer for abortion against their deeply-held beliefs, as well as force employers and insurers to cover or pay for abortion.
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Join us this Wednesday, March 2 |
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Where to give to help Ukraine |
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WASHINGTON (CNS) — Various Catholic agencies are collecting donations to aid with the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine, as people flee to escape Russian bombing and shelling. Here are some places to donate. Read more
More relative to the crisis in Ukraine
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A Ukrainian residing in Japan shows a placard during a protest rally denouncing Russia over its actions in Ukraine, near the Russian Embassy in Tokyo Feb. 23, 2022. Pope Francis expressed "great sorrow" over the situation in Ukraine and called on Christians to observe a day of prayer and fasting for peace on Ash Wednesday, March 2. (CNS photo/Issei Kato, Reuters) |
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Vatican cardinal: Stop the war |
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Cardinal Pietro Parolin, Vatican secretary of state, says there is still time for Russia to stop and "spare the world from the folly and horrors of war."
Watch below
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Pope: Pray for your enemies |
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During his Angelus address Feb. 20, Pope Francis urged Christians to pray for their enemies, following the example of Christ.
Watch below
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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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Beautiful Mass February 15 at The Prout School!
After months of virtual Mass, and separate Masses for Covid safety, how wonderful to have the entire community celebrate together! Thank you to Fr. Fisette, Ms. Araujo, the wonderful choir, and all the students who participated in the service.
The Prout School, 9-12, Wakefield
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Join the Diocesan Discussion!
Attend one of the upcoming Synod Gathering Sessions
or take the Synod Survey
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What is it?
Pope Francis has asked every diocese across the world to engage people for a “listening phase” of the Synod on Synodality. Let your voice be heard—take the Diocese of Providence’s synodal survey and learn about other ways to participate at dioceseofprovidence.org/synod.
We want to hear from EVERYONE
We want to hear from everyone about their experience of the Catholic Church, especially active and inactive Catholics. Please invite your family members and friends to take the survey as well by giving them the link to our diocesan page: dioceseofprovidence.org/synod
Attend an upcoming Synod Gathering Session
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Friday and Saturday, March 18-19
In the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul and McVinney Auditorium, Providence
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Upcoming events in our Diocese
We hope you can join us!
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Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul, Providence
Catholic Youth Ministry
Events and more during this Lenten season
Hispanic Ministry Retreats
Life and Family Ministry
Support Group Meeting Schedules
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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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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
Follow the Diocese on social media
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Bishop Tobin
Diocese of Providence
Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul
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Rhode Island Catholic
Catholic Schools
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Sincerely yours in Christ,
The Roman Catholic Diocese of Providence
Communications and Public Relations
One Cathedral Square, Providence, RI
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