A phrase readers might not have heard since their days in catechism class is the expression rash judgment. Rash judgment is, of course, jumping to conclusions regarding a neighbor’s conduct. The … more

More than 30 people took part in the 40 Days for Life, Fall campaign for the Diocese of Providence in early October. The Office of Life and Family ministry invites the community to join them in … more

A bi-partisan bill, which makes certain acts of animal cruelty felonies, was passed unanimously in both the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives — a rare occurrence in Washington, D.C., … more

As Catholics, we say we believe in the “communion of saints.” We make that affirmation whenever we say the Apostles’ Creed. The Catechism tells us that the communion of saints is “the … more

During a recent speech in Texas, I mentioned that “Drag Queen Story Hours” are being sponsored by local public libraries across the country. Toddlers and kids are brought in and placed in front … more

November is a month of remembrance and gratitude, from the start of the month with All Saints Day and All Souls Day to the end of the month with Thanksgiving Day. We remember with gratitude those we … more

TO THE EDITOR:A great “poverty” reigns in the United States today that allows taking the life of an unborn child — a child created by God and in his image — created to live … more

TO THE EDITOR:If words matter, let’s stop calling Planned Parenthood by its name. Let’s call it “Planned Barren-hood,” because it doesn’t support the birth of babies. … more

ROME — Providence Bishop Thomas J. Tobin and Auxiliary Bishop Robert C. Evans are in Rome this week, joining about two dozen fellow shepherds and their delegations from across the New England … more

PROVIDENCE — For the past ten years, the Brothers of the Christian Schools, along with their Lasallian Partners, have provided a Christian education to more than 14,000 students and their families … more