PROVIDENCE — Due to the coronavirus pandemic, the Diocese of Providence has postponed its annual Lumen Gentium Service Awards Banquet until the spring. The banquet, which honors those who work selflessly in support of the Church, will now be held on Wednesday, May 19, 2021 — at the Twin River Event Center in Lincoln.

Many may not realize that our diocesan priests live independently in retirement. After active ministry, they no longer rely upon their parishes for support. In other words, with retirement the room and board stops. And since they were paid a very modest wage, they receive a minimal Social Security benefit. So, to help retired priests meet everyday needs like food, housing, transportation, and health care, our diocese established the Senior Priest Retirement Fund in the mid-1960's. Learn more.

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We invite you to watch the Ordination to the Sacred Order of Deacon of Mr. Daniel M. Mahoney and Mr. Doan V. Nguyen on Saturday, September 26 at 10:00am from the Cathedral of Saints Peter & Paul, Providence.

Due to the COVID-19 restrictions, seating in the Cathedral is very, very limited. This special celebration will be live-streamed allowing all to "attend" from the comfort of their own home.

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St. Peter Tri-Parish School, PreK-8, Warwick

Msgr. Matthew F. Clarke Catholic Reg. School, PreK-8, Wakefield

St. Raphael Academy, 9-12, Pawtucket

St. Philip School, PreK-8, Greenville

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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After having moved all publishing to the RI Catholic website as the pandemic began to unfold, the diocesan newspaper has returned to print biweekly!

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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.

As in the past, please consult your parish's bulletin, website, and social media pages for the specifics relative to special devotions, the Rosary, and more. Find parish contact and website information here.