Study Advent and Christmas seasons
EAST PROVIDENCE — Father Ronald E. Brassard, Pastor of Immaculate Conception Parish, Cranston, will be teaching a series on the liturgy on the first Tuesday of each month from 7-8 p.m. at Our Lady of Loreto Church, 346 Waterman Avenue. December 2 will be dedicated to “Advent - A Time Made Holy: An Analysis of the Concept of the Liturgical Advent & Christmas Seasons.” There is no fee, but registration is required to accommodate limited seating and order course materials. To register or for more information, call 434-3535. Leave your name and phone number.
Study the Old Testament
EAST PROVIDENCE — Our Lady of Loreto Church, 346 Waterman Avenue, will hold a Scripture study, November 18, 7-8 p.m. Timothy Reid, who holds a master’s degree in theology from Providence College, will present an overview of the Old Testament Book of Ezekiel. The class will be held at the former parish school on Carlton Street. The class is free, but registration is required. Participants should bring a Bible. For more information or to register, call 434-3535.
Learn about your faith
EAST PROVIDENCE — A course focusing on the Catechism of the Catholic Church taught by Father Michael Colello, Administrative Secretary to Bishop Thomas J. Tobin, will be offered on November 18, 7-8 p.m., at St. Margaret Parish Center, Pawtucket Avenue. The class will focus on Chapter One of the Catechism: “My Soul Longs for You, O God.” While there is no fee, registration is required for handouts and because of limited seating. To register call Our Lady of Loreto Church at 434-3535 and leave your name, phone number and parish. Participants should bring a copy of the Catechism for this course.
Play ‘Thanksgiving Bingo’ at St. Adalbert
PROVIDENCE — St. Adalbert Parish, 866 Atwells Avenue, will host “Thanksgiving Family Bingo,” November 22, beginning at 6 p.m. The kitchen opens at 5 p.m, serving Polish and American food. The event will include cash and basket raffles and bingo games. For more information, call 351-9306.
Mass and healing service in Pawtucket
PAWTUCKET — The Sacred Heart of Jesus and St. Joseph Catholic Community will hold a Mass and healing service, November 16, beginning at 1:45 p.m., with the recitation of the rosary. The church has an elevator for accessibility. Father Robert Perron will be the celebrant. For more information, call 724-9190.
Feast Day Festival
NORTH PROVIDENCE – The Church of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary, 1081 Mineral Spring Ave., will hold a feast day festival Friday, November 14 - Sunday, November 16. On Friday night Bingo will be held starting at 7 p.m., admission is $10. On Saturday the church will host an Italian Buffet dinner from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. for $10, please make a reservation by 2:30 p.m. on Friday. On Sunday from 11 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. the church will host children’s games, a variety show, and raffles including a raffle for tickets to a Patriots game. For more information or to make reservations call the church, 722-7140.
Blackfriars Dance
PROVIDENCE – Providence College will host a dance concert on Friday, November 21 at 8 p.m. and Saturday, November 22 at 2 p.m. at the Angell Blackfriars Theatre. The concert will feature works by visiting artists and resident artist Lindsay Guarino. Tickets are $11, $8 for seniors, and $5 for students. Tickets are available at the Smith Center Box Office, Monday-Friday 1:30-5 p.m. and an hour before performances. For more information call 865-2218 or visit www.providence.edu/theatre.
Is La Salle Academy right for you?
PROVIDENCE – La Salle Academy will hold an open house on Sunday, November 23 at 1 p.m. for students and parents interested in learning more about the co-educational Catholic high school. Students may also register for the school’s entrance exam which will be given on Sat., December 6 at 8 a.m. For more information contact Director of Admissions George Aldrich at 351-7750 ext. 122.
Catholic gifts in time for the holidays
COVENTRY – Gabriel’s Trumpet Catholic Book, Gift and Media Store, 477 Washington Street, will hold its annual Christmas Open House on Saturday, November 15 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Light refreshments, music, door prizes, and complimentary gift wrapping will be available. The volunteer-operated store features books and gifts with Catholic themes as well as nativity sets and Christmas cards. Profits benefit the St. Vincent de Paul Health Ministry in Providence. For more information call 823-4884.
Holiday Shopping benefits autism
WARWICK – St. Peter Church will host a holiday shopping event on Saturday, November 15 from 10 a.m. -3 p.m. to benefit the “Autism and the Sacraments” Faith Formation Program. Vendors on-site will offer great gift ideas. St. Peter’s Church is one of only a few in the country to offer a religious education program for children on the Autism spectrum. All of the proceeds go directly to the program. For more information call Holly at 225-4943 or email familyjewelsri@aol.com for more information.
How can you support pregnant women?
PAWTUCKET – The Respect Life Office will offer a Gabriel Project Workshop on Saturday, November 15 at 8:30 a.m. at St. Martha’s Church, 2595 Pawtucket Ave. The workshop will feature a Eucharist and Prayer Service, followed by an overview of Project Gabriel and a reflection on the Book of Ruth presented by Sr. Carol Mary Morrison, RSM. This workshop is the final one for this year, and a beautiful way to prepare for Advent. The workshop is open to all, pre-registration is required. Please call Carol A. Owens, Respect Life Office Coordinator at 421-7833, ext.118. The Gabriel Project is a program that is committed to offering assistance to women and families facing crisis pregnancy.
St. Francis of Assisi open house
WARWICK – The St. Francis of Assisi School, 610 Jefferson Blvd., will hold an open house for prospective families on Wednesday, November 19 from 3 – 6:30 p.m. Currently, there is availability in all classes, Pre-K - 8. Registrations will be accepted for the 2009 – 2010 school year beginning in November. St. Francis is a fully accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges. For more information, please visit www.stfrancisschoolwarwick.com, call 737-2721 or email stfrancisschool@cox.net.
Thanksgiving Eve Mass
WARREN – All the Warren Catholic parishes will gather for a special Thanksgiving Eve Mass on Wednesday, November 26 at 7 p.m. The Mass will be celebrated at Saint Alexander's Church, 221 Main Street. All attendees are asked to bring two nonperishable food items for the collection. Please place donations in the basket at the church entrance
Weekend of Reflection and Music
PORTSMOUTH – St. Barnabas Church, 1697 East Main Rd., is sponsoring a weekend of reflection and music with Dan Schutte. A concert will be held on Friday, December 5 at 7 p.m. and a workshop titled “Building bridges through music for all parish ministries” will be held on Saturday, December 6 from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Fees are as follows: Concert $10 per person, Workshop $25 per person, includes lunch, Both events $30, includes lunch. For more information or to register call Mary Lou Proulx or Barbara Rozul at 683-1343 or call mlouproulx@stbarnabas.necoxmail.com.
Turkey raffle
BARRINGTON – The Bishop William Hickey #3623 Knights of Columbus will host a turkey raffle and and fall festival on Friday, November 21 from 7 - 10 p.m. in the St. Luke's School Gym, 108 Washington Rd. Proceeds will Benefit The Mother of Life Center, St.Luke's Youth Programs, and the Councils other charities. Admission is free. For more information call Henry Marcello, 383-4797.
Christmas Shopping Boutique
CRANSTON – St. Mary School will host a Christmas shopping boutique on Sunday, December 7 from 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the St. Mary Parish Center on Vallone Road. Over 25 vendors with unique gift ideas for everyone on your list – even pets – will be featured as well as a food court, raffles, bake sale, gift wrapping station, and children's room.
CHRISTMAS BAZAARS
November 14, 4-8 p.m.; November 15, 10 a.m.- 8 p.m.; Sacred Heart Church, church hall, 820 Providence Street, West Warwick, “Christmas Bazaar”; features arts and crafts, floral designs, jewelry, gift baskets, a snack bar and more. For more information, call 821-4184.
November 15, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; November 16, 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m., St. Michael Church, parish hall, 80 Farnum Pike, Smithfield, “Christmas Festival,” includes white elephant table, handmade crafts, gift baskets, a penny social, grand raffle and kitchen. For more information, call 231-5119.
November 15, 8 a.m.-7 p.m.; November 16, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., St. Maria Goretti Church, 165 Power Road, Pawtucket, “Harvest Bazaar”; includes a bake sale, games, a flea market, gift baskets, raffles and more. For more information, call 725-4355.
November 22, 9 a.m.- 7 p.m., Blessed Sacrament School, church hall, corner of Regent and Academy avenues, Providence, “Christmas Fair”; includes a giant prize raffle, snack bar, crafts, penny social and pictures with Santa, 2:30-4:30 p.m. All proceeds benefit the school. For more information, call 831-3993.
November 22, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., St. Rocco Church, church hall, 927 Atwood Avenue, Johnston, “Christmas Bazaar and Garage Sale”; includes more than 50 vendors, handmade gifts, baked goods, refreshments and a visit with Santa. For more information, call 942-5203.
November 22, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; November 23, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., St. Mary Church, church hall, 538 Broadway, Providence, “Bazaar on Broadway”; includes raffles, handcrafted items, wreaths, pet gifts and more. Proceeds benefit the parish, St. Francis Chapel and the Poverello Food and Wellness Center. For more information, call 274-3434.
November 22 and 23, 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. Christ the King Church, Legris Ave., West Warwick, 30th annual Holiday Bazaar. Mass breaks from 8-8:30 a.m. and 10-11 a.m. in the church hall. Crafts, raffles, wine and dine, kids’ activities, and bakery.
November 22, 9 a.m. -7 p.m.; November 23, 8 a.m. - 11:30 a.m., St. Brigid Church Annual Bazaar, church hall, 1231 Plainfield Street, Johnston. Holiday gifts, crafts, homemade pastries, wine corking, straw pull, food court, theme baskets, plus vendors tables – jewelry, pampered chef, homemade candies. There will also be a informational table for seniors and a silent auction. Drawings will be held on Sunday, winners do not have to be present.
