Information from the Diocese of Providence
during the COVID-19 Crisis
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From Bishop Tobin
Idealism Or Realism, Or Both?
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Two ordained to Sacred Order of Deacon
Daniel Mahoney and Doan Nguyen take next steps on journey to the priesthood
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PROVIDENCE — Auxiliary Bishop Robert C. Evans on Saturday ordained two diocesan seminarians, Rev. Mr. Daniel M. Mahoney and Rev. Mr. Doan V. Nguyen, to the Transitional Diaconate, the last major milestone in their formation before their ordination to the priesthood. Read more. |
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Save the Date!
"Join us" on Saturday, October 24th beginning at 10:00am - - watch the live-stream of the Ordination to the Permanent Diaconate on the Diocesan YouTube channel from the comfort of your own home!
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Thomas J. Tobin, Bishop of Providence, authorized the recruitment, training and ordaining of a new class of Permanent Deacons for the Diocese of Providence. This is the first diaconate class recruited since 2008; begun in 2016, this new class will be ordained Saturday, October 24, 2020.
The order of the diaconate is an ancient order of the Church re-instituted as a permanent office by Pope Paul VI at the suggestion of the Second Vatican Council (1963-65). While every priest is ordained a deacon as a necessary step towards ordination to the priesthood, ordination to the diaconate does not have to be transitory. Many are ordained to what is called the permanent diaconate and serve as deacons the rest of their lives.
Deacons are men who love God and love the Church; they feel called to serve in a more committed way. The role of the deacon is to be a helper of the bishops and priests and to proclaim by his life the Church’s call to serve the needs of others. Join us in praying for the nine men being ordained to the Permanent Diaconate.
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An update on the new Mausoleum of Saints Peter & Paul at St. Ann Cemetery, Cranston
The Mausoleum is approximately 80% complete & is on time for completion in early 2021
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As we are baptized Catholic, our Church teaches that - - regardless if one is to be interred/entombed full-body or cremated - - where we are to rest should be consecrated. We must respect the reverence of the body and our diocesan Catholic Cemeteries are making every effort to symbolize our faith in all areas of our cemeteries.
Making your pre-need plans ensures that your loved ones understand how you would like to be laid to rest and eliminates any difference of opinion of your heirs on how to proceed.
Please know that pricing has already increased from "Pre-Construction" to "Construction" pricing. It is highly encouraged that all who want mausoleum space for their resting place begin the process and consider discussing options with the Saints Peter & Paul Mausoleum Family Counselor, Bill Herren.
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Front view of the Saints Peter & Paul Mausoleum
at St. Ann Cemetery, Cranston.
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The St. Matthew & St. Mark entry to the Mausoleum. |
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View of the Interment area window at the Mausoleum. |
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Five new principals chosen to lead local Catholic schools |
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PROVIDENCE — Five new principals have been chosen to lead various Catholic schools throughout the Diocese of Providence for the 2020 school year. Read more. |
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New principals pictured clockwise, from top left, Emily DaSilva, principal of Sacred Heart School; Christine Desmarais, principal of St. Peter School; Susan Mansfield, principal of Saint Teresa School; Nicole Varone, principal of St. Luke School; Sister Josemaria Pence, O.P., principal of St. Pius V. |
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Bishop Tobin celebrated Opening Mass at The Prout School this week |
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Wednesday, on the Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary, The Prout School welcomed Bishop Thomas J. Tobin, Father Jeremy Rodrigues, Administrative Secretary to the Bishop, and Daniel Ferris, Superintendent of Catholic Schools, to the school for Opening Mass. |
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More great photos from our Catholic Schools |
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Fr. John V. Doyle School, PreK-8, Coventry |
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St. Paul School, PreK-8, Cranston |
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St. Peter Tri-Parish School, PreK-8, Warwick |
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The Haunted Labyrinth presents - SPACE STATION 13!
Rain or shine - - beginning at 7:00pm, every Friday to Sunday, now through October 31st!
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Life Chain Sunday
Photos from Sunday afternoon, October 4th
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Many gathered to pray for Life last Sunday as Respect Life Month began. Learn more.
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The Diocese on Social Media
In case you missed it - click images below for more
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Pope: Peace in the human family
On October 4th, the Vatican released Pope Francis' encyclical,
"Fratelli Tutti, on Fraternity and Social Friendship"
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ON SALE NOW!
The 3rd volume in Father Robert Hayman's
"The History of the Diocese of Providence"
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Want to write for your diocesan newspaper? |
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Rhode Island Catholic newspaper is looking for freelance journalists to assist in covering news and events of the Catholic faith, family and life throughout the Diocese of Providence. Read more. |
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Need some help?
The Catholic Charity Appeal
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GET HELP
GIVE HELP
If you are financially able, please consider making a donation online by visiting givecentral.org/2020CCA or by texting the word "Appeal" to 401.496.9889. Your gift will immediately make a positive impact in the lives of your neighbors in need.
LEARN MORE
Click here to see the good work of your Catholic Charities donation in action.
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The Rhode Island Catholic
Back in your mailbox biweekly
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After having moved all publishing to the RI Catholic website as the pandemic began to unfold, the diocesan newspaper has returned to print biweekly!
Find the Catholic online:
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Live-streamed and pre-recorded Masses |
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**Please consult parish websites, bulletins, and social media often for the most up-to-date Mass times as we slowly move to resume public worship. Be reminded that some parishes may continue with live-streaming liturgies, Mass times may change, and each parish will have guidelines in place for parishioners.**
Regular Masses
During the COVID-19 Crisis, regular Masses continue to be posted on the diocesan website page dedicated to parish live-streamed/pre-recorded Masses. Find it here.
Special Devotions & Public Worship
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Watch the Sunday 10:00am Mass live from the Cathedral! |
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Stay in touch
Get help, follow the Diocese on social media, and more
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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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