Special collection planned to assist Louisiana flooding victims
PROVIDENCE — Bishop Thomas J. Tobin has approved an emergency special collection to assist the victims of the 2016 Louisiana Floods at the request of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. “Our prayer and material support is urgently needed to help rebuild lives,” Archbishop Joseph Kurtz, president of the USCCB said Sept. 1, in promoting the collection to be taken up across the country. “As many as 60,000 homes have been damaged, with nearly 20,000 people rescued from the flood waters.” To assist with this effort, each parish in the diocese will take up the collection on the weekend of September 24/25. The Diocese of Providence offers its appreciation in advance for the generous support of its parishioners in response to this appeal.
Program for divorced and separated Catholics to be held
WARWICK — The Diocesan Office of Life and Family will offer the Finding Hope Program for divorced and separated Catholics at St. Catherine Church, 3252 Post Road, upper back entrance. This support group is free and will meet each Tuesday evening for eight consecutive weeks (except for All Saints Day), September 20 through Nov. 15, 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The Finding Hope program embraces the teachings of the Catholic faith, provides a peaceful group environment to help Catholics heal and cope, provides time to share, and time to discuss topics related to separation and divorce. Registration is required. To register, or for additional information, contact Peter A Magnotta at 421-7833, ext. 217.
St. James Chapel to host Oktoberfest event
CHARLESTOWN — St. James Chapel will host Oktoberfest under the tent on Saturday, Sept. 24 from 2 – 5 p.m. Enjoy wursts, kraut, salads, beer and Black Forest cake, or a hamburger plate.
Annual Human Life Guild Day to be held
WARWICK — The Annual Human Life Guild Day will be held on Saturday, Sept. 24, from 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. at SS. Rose & Clement Church. Bishop Thomas J. Tobin will be the main celebrant and homilist for the 9 a.m. Mass which all are invited to attend. Following Mass there will be a brunch and a speaker agenda focusing on: Amoris Laetitia “The Joy of Love;” an overview of public policy and a guide into the world of Down Syndrome. Pre-registration is required for the brunch and speaking program. The cost is $25 per person. Call Carol Owens at 421-7833 ext. 218.
St. Rita’s Women’s Club to host Autumn Bazaar
WARWICK — St. Rita’s Women’s Club will host an Autumn Bazaar on Saturday, Oct. 1 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the William Shields Post #43, 662 West Shore Road. The bazaar will feature lunch, custom crafts, penny social, raffles, baked goods and much more.
‘Night of Thanks’ to benefit Assumption Parish Food Ministry
PROVIDENCE — The Home Loan Foundation, founded by Home Loan Investment Bank, will host its 5th annual fundraiser to benefit the Assumption Parish Food Ministry on Thursday, Nov. 17 from 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. This partnership has resulted in nearly $200,000 donated to the Food Ministry on behalf of the Home Loan Foundation. This year’s event, “A Night of Thanks,” will feature music from John Scotti, a raffle, cocktails, and hors d’oeuvres prepared by culinary arts students at the Genesis Center, an organization that provides education, job training and support services to people of diverse cultures so that they may achieve economic independence and participate fully in society. Guests are also encouraged to bring non-perishable food items to help fill the Food Ministry’s Thanksgiving baskets, which will be distributed to more than 1,000 families before the holiday. Tickets include hors d'oeuvres and one drink, and may be purchased by visiting www.eventbrite.com/e/a-night-of-thanks-tickets-27013456977, or by calling 401-773-9932.
Pet Blessing in honor of St. Francis of Assisi Feast Day
NEWPORT — The annual Pet Blessing in honor of St. Francis of Assisi, patron saint of animals, will be held on Oct. 2 at noon at the gazebo in King Park, at the corner of Clinton Street and Wellington Avenue. All pets must be properly restrained and accompanied by at least one adult. No exotic animals, please. For more information, contact Pat Healey at 619-2459.
Feast of St. Teresa to be celebrated
MAPLEVILLE — On Saturday, October 1, Saint Teresa of the Child Jesus Roman Catholic Parish celebrates the Feast of St. Theresa beginning at 11 a.m. with an outdoor rosary and confessions. Mass will be celebrated at noon with Rev. Edward McIlmail. Sandwiches and salads will be offered at 12:45 p.m. A procession with St. Teresa, will take place at 1:30 p.m., followed by 2 p.m. prayers at the Holy Stairs and the Chaplet of Divine Mercy at 3 p.m.
St. Xavier Academy to sponsor Homecoming
WARWICK — The Class of 1966, St. Xavier Academy, is seeking classmates to celebrate their 50th Year Anniversary at the annual Homecoming and Reunion on Sunday, Oct. 30. Mass will begin the day at 11 a.m. at St. Timothy’s Church, Warwick Avenue. A luncheon will follow at the Quidnessett Country Club in North Kingstown. Classes ending in 1 and 6 will also be honored and all SXA graduates are invited. For information call Janet at 401-885-0404; visit stxavieralumnae.org, email:info@sxa.org.
Life Chain Sunday to take place around the diocese
PROVIDENCE — The Office of Life and Family Ministry encourages prayer and worship during the month of October for all human life. On October 2 from 2 to 3 p.m. there will be Life Chains (a peaceful prayer vigil) in various areas of the diocese. Consider sharing one-hour of your time to pray at one of the locations to end abortion. For more information, call Carol Owens at 421-7833 ext. 218.
Daughters of Isabella plan Living Rosary for Peace
WARWICK — The Daughters of Isabella St. Benedict Circle #423 will host a Living Rosary for Peace on Saturday, Oct. 15, at 2:30 p.m. at St. Benedict Parish, 135 Beach Ave. Sixty representatives are needed for each bead. All local parishes are invited to participate. A signup sheet is provided at the entrance of each parish for all volunteer participants who would like to represent a bead. Please sign up by Sunday, Oct. 2. For more information, call Shirley Mello at 821-8461 or Peggy Porter at 339-3143.
Bingo to be played at St. Benedict Parish Hall
WARWICK — The Daughters of Isabella St. Benedict Circle #423 will host their annual Bingo games on September 24 at 12:30 p.m. in the St. Benedict Parish hall. Admission includes 15 Bingo games plus dessert and coffee. Raffle tickets will be on sale with many chances to win.
Knights sponsoring Chowder and Clam Cake Dinner
PAWTUCKET — On Friday, September 30, at 6 p.m., St. John Paul II Council # 12613 of the Knights of Columbus will host a Chowder and Clam Cake Dinner at Saint John Paul II Parish, 697 Central Ave. There will be red and white chowder available, as well as chicken fingers and fries. Tickets available after all Masses, at the rectory or by calling Al Nunes at 401-723-2307 for more information. No tickets will be sold at the door.
Islam focus of series at St. Gregory the Great
WARWICK — St. Gregory the Great Parish, 360 Cowesett Road, will host a three-part adult education series, ‘Understanding Islam,’ in the parish center on October 4, 11, and 18 from 7 – 8:15 p.m. The parish Social Action committee is hosting this series as a way to enlighten the parish and the community about one of the world’s most important religions. The sessions will be led by J. Edward Sirois. Sirois has had a long career teaching at LaSalle Academy and is an adjunct professor at several area universities. He is the producer of dozens of videos on a wide range of religious topics. All are welcome to attend this series. For more information, please contact Michael McNamara at 226-4917.
