THURSDAY, MAY 26, 2022
THE ASCENSION OF THE LORD
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Texas bishop says mass shootings ‘most pressing life issue’ |
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By: Rhina Guidos
WASHINGTON (CNS) — Some U.S. bishops spoke out against the easy accessibility to guns in the country following a May 24 rampage that left at least 19 children and two of their elementary school teachers dead in Uvalde, Texas.
Watch below as Pope Francis prayed for victims and their families of the school shooting in Texas during his general audience on May 25:
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The Holy Spirit Changes Everything |
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Come, thou Holy Spirit, come;
and from thy celestial home shed
a ray of light divine. Heal our
wounds, our strength renew; on
our dryness, pour thy dew. Wash
the stains of guilt away. Bend the
stubborn heart and will. Melt the
frozen, warm the chill.
These selected verses from an English translation of the venerable hymn, the Veni Creator Spiritus, remind us that the Holy Spirit has the amazing power to
change things, and people. But that shouldn’t surprise us at all..
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Diocese offers prayerful, practical assistance to those battling mental health issues |
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BY LAURA KILGUS, Assistant Editor, Rhode Island Catholic
PROVIDENCE — During May’s Mental Health Awareness Month, and consistently throughout the year, the Catholic Church works to support and advocate for those living with mental illness as well as their families.
In Rhode Island, the Diocese of Providence offers individual mental health counseling that gives clients the security and faithfulness of the Lord’s love. Most clients seek help for grief, relationship issues, inner conflict, anxiety, depression, and help with coping and problem solving, said Peter Magnotta, LICSW, a social worker for the Diocese of Providence. The diocese also provides support for loved ones of those affected by mental health issues, and refers clients to Catholic-oriented counselors according to need, location and affordability.
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Catholic Schools Arts Festival held in celebration of 150th Anniversary of the Diocese of Providence |
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By RICK SNIZEK, Executive Editor, Rhode Island Catholic
PORTSMOUTH — Under bright blue skies Saturday about 225 students from 15 Catholic elementary and high schools across the diocese stretched out on the lawn at St. Philomena School of the Sacred Heart to celebrate the arts and to make some music history. The Catholic School Arts Festival was a signature event in the Diocese of Providence’s yearlong celebration of its 150th anniversary. With temperatures in the upper 80s, food trucks served up ice cream to provide some respite from the heat, as well as gourmet empanadas to satisfy the appetites of the hundreds who gathered to participate in the music and stage performances, along with their families and friends who came to watch.
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TALENTS ON DISPLAY: The Catholic Schools Arts Festival was held Saturday, May 21 at St. Philomena School of the Sacred Heart in Portsmouth. The outdoor Performing Arts Showcase Concert featured about 225 students from 15 Catholic elementary and high schools across the diocese. This special day featured the World Premiere of a combined chorus piece by Tom Kendzia, liturgical musician and composer. Students from Immaculate Conception Regional School take the stage to rehearse with their peers before the main event. PHOTO: RICK SNIZEK |
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Thank you!
Because of you, we are so close to our goal!
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Finance Committee hears bill that seeks to use taxpayer funding for abortions, repeal coverage exclusion for state health plans |
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BY COLE DESANTIS, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent
PROVIDENCE — On Thursday, May 19, the Rhode Island House Committee on Finance met to discuss Bill H-7442 “An Act Relating to State Affairs and Government — Healthcare for Children and Pregnant Women — Equality
in Abortion Coverage.”
The bill, sponsored by Democratic Representatives Liana Cassar, Edith Ajello, Robert Craven, Katherine Kazarian, Christopher Blazejewski, Jason Knight, Karen Alzate, Nathan Biah, Michelle McGaw and Susan Donovan, proposes to expand upon taxpayer-funded Medicaid to cover “prenatal, delivery and postpartum care,” including abortion coverage. It would also repeal the abortion coverage exclusion for state employee insurance plans.
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PROTECTING THE UNBORN: Pro-life supporters offer their prayers for the unborn on the main staircase inside the Statehouse while waiting for the House Finance Committee to begin hearing a bill that would use taxpayer funding to pay for abortions. PHOTO: COLE DESANTIS |
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Tell the members of the RI General Assembly you don't want to pay for someone else's abortion |
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Thank you!
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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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Archbishop says no Communion for Pelosi over her abortion stand
Bishop Tobin calls letter well-reasoned and compassionate, accurately reflecting Church teaching
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BY JULIE ASHER, Catholic News Service
WASHINGTON — San Francisco’s archbishop declared May 20 that House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., is not “to be admitted” to Communion unless and until she publicly repudiates “support for abortion ‘rights’” and goes to confession and receives absolution “for her cooperation in this evil."
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Pope: Life is a gift from God! |
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During his "Regina Coeli" address May 22, Pope Francis greeted participants of a pro-life rally.
Watch below.
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In case you missed it!
From Bishop Tobin
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Ukraine: the war is killing people and wounding the earth
As Pope Francis writes in Laudato sì “War always does grave harm to the environment and to the cultural riches of peoples.” It’s exactly what is happening in Ukraine as the war continues to wreak death and destruction.
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By Svitlana Dukhovych, Vatican News
It seems that as we are forced to confront, on a daily basis, with the loss of so many lives and so much suffering, no room is left for other concerns, such as those for the environment. But it is in war, that more than ever, we understand the value of basics, including the need for a healthy place in which to live.
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An area with high levels of radiation called the Red Forest at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant |
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48 Men experience God’s love and mercy at the "Cámbiame a Mi Señor" (Change Me Lord) retreat |
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The Cámbiame a Mi Señor weekend retreat was held May 20-22 at the Immaculate Conception Renewal Center, Putnam, CT and was facilitated by a team of volunteers under the supervision of the diocesan Office of Hispanic Ministry.
Through talks, prayers and witness by team members, participants experienced God’s love and developed a personal relationship with Jesus. Four priests were available for Confessions.
On Saturday evening team members held a special liturgy that included renewal of baptism and a healing service, ending with prayers over the participants.
On Sunday there were talks about the gifts of the spirit and a new life in Christ. Participants were encouraged to join the men's group or prayer meeting at their parishes. The final presentation was about marriage and was given by a couple from of the diocesan Marriage Preparation program team.
The retreat ended with Holy Mass on Sunday afternoon.
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PHOTOS: SILVIO CUELLAR, Coordinator of Hispanic Ministry, Diocese of Providence |
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Is your business organization eligible for a scholarship tax credit? |
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Your donation to the Catholic schools in the Diocese of Providence through FACE of RI will help economically challenged students attend a Catholic school of their choice!
*Applications available beginning Wed., June 1,
deadline to apply is Fri., July 1, 2022.*
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Help us to share the Good News across Rhode Island!
Support Catholic Communications in the Diocese of Providence at your parish the weekend June 11 and 12
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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
Life and Family Ministry
- Join us as we pray for LIFE: Holy Hour for Life on Tuesday, May 31 at 7 p.m. at Sacred Heart Parish, 800 Providence St., West Warwick
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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Bishop Tobin
Diocese of Providence
Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul
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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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