Information from the Diocese of Providence
during the COVID-19 Crisis
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End of an era for Carmelite Sisters in Barrington |
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BARRINGTON — For the last nine decades, the Discalced Carmelites in the Diocese of Providence have maintained a quiet, prayerful vigil on the shores of Narragansett Bay. They have only moved once during that period, when steadily increasing membership caused them to leave behind the cramped quarters of their original cloister in Newport and travel across the water to the Barrington monastery which they now call home. That was more than half a century ago, however, and it seems minor in comparison to the journey now facing the sisters: the dissolution of their community and the loss of their peaceful sanctuary at Mount Carmel. Read more.
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Getting to Know Your Seminarians: Joseph Brodeur
SEMINARIAN EDUCATION IS SUPPORTED BY THE CATHOLIC CHARITY FUND APPEAL
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Click image below to read! |
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The Haunted Labyrinth
Beginning at 7:00pm, Fri.-Sun. through Oct. 31st!
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Photo above - The Haunted Labyrinth - UNMASKED?!?.... |
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The Haunted Labyrinth - transformed! |
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Bishop Tobin celebrated the Opening of Schools Mass this week at Bishop Hendricken High School |
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After celebrating Opening of School Mass, Bishop Tobin made the rounds across campus to chat with students and bless classrooms. |
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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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More great photos from our Catholic Schools |
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Good Shepherd Catholic Regional School, PreK - 8, Woonsocket |
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Immaculate Conception Catholic Regional School, PreK-8, Cranston |
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St. Cecilia School, PreK-8, Pawtucket |
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St. Mary Academy-Bay View, Girls PreK-12, East Providence |
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St. Mary Academy-Bay View, Girls PreK-5, Cranston |
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October is Respect Life Month
Human Life Guild Mass - TODAY!
Fri., Oct. 2 at the 12:05pm Mass, Cathedral of Saints Peter & Paul
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Celebrate Respect Life Month on Friday, October 2, 2020 in the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul, Providence, during the 12:05pm Mass. Bishop Thomas J. Tobin is the main celebrant and homilist. Join us for Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament immediately following Mass until 3:00pm. All are invited.
Click below for this special Mass flyer:
PARKING
*Please know that due to construction, parking around the Cathedral is limited.
Consider arriving early and/or carpooling with those closest to you.*
AT THE MASS
*Please be reminded that mask wearing, seating, and social distancing
in compliance with all COVID-19 protocols.*
This special Mass is in lieu of our annual gathered Human Life Guild Day
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Join us in prayer beginning Saturday, October 3rd
This begins TOMORROW!
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October is Respect Life Month
Life Chain Sunday, October 4th - THIS SUNDAY!
2:00pm-3:00pm - see schedule below for locations & details
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*Mask wearing and social distancing in compliance with all COVID-19 protocols at all Life Chain gathering locations.*
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The Diocese on Social Media
In case you missed it - click images below for more
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The Vatican reaffirms teaching on end-of-life care |
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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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