LEAVE OF ABSENCEOn February 4, 2019, at his request, Father David Gaffney was granted a leave of absence for personal reasons, effective immediately. He has been relieved of his duties as Rector of … more

While in my local drugstore recently, I was looking to buy a new toothbrush. Not as simple as it sounds! The number of available options made my purchase a daunting, irritating task. There were, … more

Our Lady of Sorrows Bereavement support program COVENTRY — The Diocese of Providence, Office of Life and Family, will offer a special Our Lady of Sorrows Bereavement Support program for the … more

PROVIDENCE — Middletown’s Ryan Tremblay was a headliner for the second time when he performed his new album “Trust: An EP for Erica” in front of thousands at the 15th World Youth Day last … more

WESTERLY — More than 200 people were in attendance at a sold-out Respect Life dinner honoring Father Ray Suriani, pastor emeritus of St. Pius X parish, which was held on Saturday, January 26, … more

On Monday, Jan. 21, 35 students and six parents visited Monsignor Clarke School, Wakefield, on Martin Luther King Jr. Day to listen to guest speakers and to engage in service projects for the … more

PORTSMOUTH — On December 12, the Portsmouth Abbey School community gathered to witness the simple profession of Brother Benedict Maria. The Church of Saint Gregory the Great was filled with … more

EAST GREENWICH — Not one, but two Our Lady of Mercy Robotics teams walked away winners at the First Lego League Championships on Saturday, Jan. 12 at Roger Williams University. Out of the top 40 … more

Ahead of Super Bowl LIII featuring the New England Patriots vs. Los Angeles Rams, Saint John and James Faith Formation students collected 386 cans of soup for their “Souper Bowl” fundraiser. … more

There’s nothing obscure about today’s Gospel. Jesus says that those who are poor, hungry, grieving and persecuted are to be congratulated because they’re on the way to great happiness. Those … more