FRIDAY, MAY 13, 2022
OUR LADY OF FATIMA
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Do you know the story of St. Dymphna?
Dymphna lived in Ireland in the seventh-century, and was just 15 years old when she was killed because she rejected the sexual advances of her mentally deranged father. He was determined to marry her to replace his beautiful, deceased wife. Upon learning of her father’s unholy desires, Dymphna fled to Belgium where she was tracked-down, beheaded and buried. Because of many reports of miraculous healings of mental illness attributed to St. Dymphna, and because of popular devotion to her, she was canonized in 1247. Dymphna is honored as a virgin-martyr and her Feast Day is May 15th.
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Our 150th Anniversary celebration continues...
Join us this Sunday night, May 15 at 5 p.m.
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JOIN US THIS SUNDAY MORNING
Second Annual Mass of Thanksgiving to God for Essential Workers
Sunday, May 15 at 8:45 a.m.
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Providence College students welcomed into the Church |
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By Cole DeSantis, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent
PROVIDENCE — On Sunday, May 1, Bishop Thomas J. Tobin administered the sacraments of initiation to a series of students in the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults program at Providence College.
On the sunny spring morning on the Third Sunday after Easter, students gathered with their family, friends, sponsors and faculty in front of St. Dominic’s chapel in the Upper Campus of Providence College. Bishop Tobin was the principal celebrant for the 11:00 a.m. Mass. After the entrance procession, Bishop Tobin was greeted by Father Justin Bolger, O.P., chaplain of Providence College.
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Bishop Thomas J. Tobin gathers with the students on their special day.
PHOTO COURTESY OF BISHOP THOMAS J. TOBIN
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Please email the Rhode Island Governor today on taxpayer funded abortion |
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According to the Providence Journal (5/5/22, page 7A), Rhode Island's Office of Management and Budget produced an analysis on March 24, the key finding of which is that the state of Rhode Island could potentially save $5.4 million a year in taxpayer dollars if we allow state taxpayer dollars to pay for the killing of preborn babies in abortion rather than delivering these same babies.
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RI CATHOLIC GUEST EDITORIAL
Catholics must elect leaders who show unconditional respect for human life
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What is the choice? Is it to kill or not to kill an innocent, defenseless human being? A majority of elected RI representatives and senators have already passed a radical New York pro-abortion law which forces the state to deny legal protection to unborn children throughout all nine months. The 2019 law codified and expanded abortion rights in Rhode Island, making it easier for women to obtain late-term abortions for virtually any reason. To add insult to injury, these same anti-life politicians now intend to force taxpayers to fund the killing of the unborn, treating them as disposable objects.
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CNS PHOTO/MOLLY RILEY, REUTERS |
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Today, Friday, May 13
Faithful Invited to Fast and Pray the Rosary on Friday in Midst of Tensions Over Leaked Draft Supreme Court Opinion
Unite in fasting and prayer” on the feast of Our Lady of Fatima, May 13
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“In the midst of current tensions, we invite Catholics around the country to join us in fasting and praying the Rosary on Friday, May 13, the Memorial of Our Lady of Fatima. Let us offer our prayers and fasting for these intentions: ..."
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Bishops to Congress: Protect women and children, 'stop pushing abortion' - Catholic News Service |
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By: Julie Asher
WASHINGTON (CNS) — After the U.S. Senate failed May 11 to advance a “radical” abortion bill, the chairmen of two U.S. bishops’ committees urged Congress “to stop pushing abortion as the solution to needs of women and young girls” and “embrace” public policy initiatives that protect “both mother and child.”
The Women’s Health Protection Act, or S. 4132, did not get the 60 votes needed to end debate on the bill and advance it to a vote on the substance of the measure. The vote to end debate was 51-49.
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The U.S. Capitol is seen in Washington in this undated photo. The Women's Health Protection Act failed to reach the votes needed in the Senate May 11, 2022, to cut off debate on the bill and proceed to a vote on the measure itself. All Republicans and Sen. Joe Manchin, D-W.Va., opposed the bill.
(CNS photo/Tyler Orsburn)
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The faithful raise a toast to life and liberty at St. Clare Parish |
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By Kiki Latimer, Special to Rhode Island Catholic
WESTERLY — With the joys of Ecclesiastes in mind, which tells us that to everything there is a season, and a time for every purpose under heaven, St. Clare Parish, on May 4, hosted the first annual evening of “A Toast to Life & Liberty!”, an event conceived and organized by Maria Parker, former coordinator of the diocesan Office of Life & Family.
Three speakers, Lisa Cooley, coordinator of the Office of Life & Family; Barth Bracy, director of Rhode Island Right to Life; and Kiki Latimer, executive director of Choices Women’s Pregnancy Center in Westerly, shared their expertise...
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Area Respect Life committees met for an inspirational and informational evening at St. Clare Parish Center on May 4. The event featured three prominent local speaker Barth E. Bracy, executive director of Rhode Island Right to Life, pictured speaking above.
PHOTO COURTESY OF KIKI LATIMER AND LISA COOLEY
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The celebration of our 150th Anniversary continues! |
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The celebration of our 150th Anniversary continues...
From the Archives: 1984
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As we celebrate the 150th anniversary of the Diocese of Providence, we welcome readers to share special photos from their church events or Catholic school moments of the past. Send photos and caption information to editor@thericatholic.com.
For more information about the 150th Anniversary of the Diocese of Providence, or to learn about upcoming events, visit dioceseofprovidence.org/150.
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PHOTO: PROVIDENCE VISITOR | JACK SPRATT |
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Preparing for the Sacrament of Marriage |
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Thirteen couples participated in the Spanish marriage preparation retreat that took place on April 1-2, at St. Patrick’s Church in Providence. The retreat is sponsored by the Office of Marriage Preparation for the Diocese of Providence.
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Pope: Don't interrupt others |
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During his "Regina Coeli" address May 8, Pope Francis spoke of the virtue of listening to others without interrupting.
Watch below.
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In case you missed it!
From Bishop Tobin
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*CLASSES BEGIN THIS WEEKEND*
Caring for a loved one? This series is for you!
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Pray for and support Vocations in the Diocese of Providence
Join us Mon., May 23 at 7 p.m.
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Interested in promoting vocations in the Diocese of Providence, consider joining the Serra Club. Our next meeting is Monday, May 23 at Our Lady of Providence Seminary, 485 Mt. Pleasant Avenue, Providence, RI.
For more information, see flyer below:
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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
Hispanic Ministry Retreats
Support Group Meeting Schedules
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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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Sincerely yours in Christ,
The Roman Catholic Diocese of Providence
Communications and Public Relations
One Cathedral Square, Providence, RI
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