St. Vincent de Paul society plans walk
EAST PROVIDENCE — The St. Vincent de Paul Society of St. Brendan Church will participate in the first annual nationwide “Friends of the Poor Walk” on September 27. Locally, groups will gather at Colt State Park in Bristol at 10 a.m. Pledges made on behalf of registered walkers will benefit programs that assist the less fortunate in the local community.
To register as a walker as part of the St. Brendan team or to pledge support for a walker, call the St. Brendan Conference, Society of St. Vincent de Paul at 301-6307 or visit the web site www.svdpfriendsofthepoorwalk.org.
Pax Christi holds monthly meeting
WARWICK — Pax Christi RI, an affiliate of Pax Christi USA, a Catholic peace organization, will meet September 28, 6 p.m., at St. William Church, 200 Pettaconsett Ave. The meeting will begin with prayer in the church, followed by a discussion and planning session in the meeting room. Meetings are held on the last Sunday of every month. For more information, call 781-7226.
St. Alexander Parish plans macaroni dinner
WARREN — St. Alexander Church, 221 Main St., will hold its 58th annual macaroni dinner, October 5, noon-7 p.m. The menu includes antipasto, soup, all-you-can-eat macaroni, meatballs, bread and butter and coffee. Take-out will be available. For tickets or more information, call 245-6369.
St. Paul Parish announces harvest supper
FOSTER?— St. Paul the Apostle Church will host its first annual harvest supper, October 4, 6 p.m., at the South Foster Fire Station, 7 Mount Hygeia Road. The menu will include hearty soups, delicious breads, salad and homemade pies. Entertainment will be provided by the Foster Fiddlers. For more information or reservations, call 647-3664.
St. Charles Borromeo Church honors Padre Pio
PROVIDENCE — St. Charles Borromeo Church, 178 Dexter St., will honor Padre Pio (St. Pio of Pietrelcina), September 25, Mass, 7 p.m., followed by recitation of the rosary and a blessing with one of the saint’s gloves. For more information, call 421-6441.
St. Luke School sponsors concert
BARRINGTON — St. Luke’s School will host a concert by Barry Russo on September 19, 7 p.m. in the school auditorium, 10 Waldron Avenue. Russo is a singer/songwriter of energetic and uplifting pop/rock music with a Christian influence. He is well known and regarded for his musical talents throughout New England and is a musician at St. Peter Church, Warwick. Light refreshments will be served. The concert is part of St. Luke’s School’s 50th Anniversary Celebration. For more information, call 246-0990.
St. Cecilia hosts ‘End of Life’ program
PAWTUCKET — Have you ever wondered what the Catholic Church teaches regarding “end of life decisions?” These choices are often left for family members in difficult times. It is wise to know your options and let family know your desires while you are still healthy. St. Cecilia Parish, 1253 Newport Avenue, is sponsoring a seminar on this subject, September 18, 7:00 p.m. in the church hall. Kristin Caproni, education specialist for the Diocese of Providence, will conduct the presentation; and there will be time for questions and answers. For more information, call 722-7605.
Knights hold clam cakes, chowder supper
CUMBERLAND — The Knights of Columbus, St. Thomas Council No. 1472, 22 Broad Street, will hold an all-you-can-eat chowder and clam cake supper, September 26, 4:30-7:30 p.m. For more information, call 724-2510.
St. Brigid Parish holds annual banquet
JOHNSTON — St. Brigid Church, 1231 Plainfield St., will hold its annual parish banquet, October 5, 12:30 p.m., at the West Valley Inn, West Warwick. The event will include a giant 30-week club raffle, a sports memorabilia raffle and a miscellaneous raffle. For tickets or more information, call 944-2232.
St. Andrew Parish plans clothing sale
NEW SHOREHAM — St. Andrew Church, Chapel Street, will hold a giant clothing sale, October 5, 1-4 p.m.; October 6, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. and 4-6 p.m.; and October 7, 10 a.m.-2 p. m., in the parish center, where donations for the sale may be left. For more information, call 466-5519.
St. Ann Church celebrates 150th anniversary
CRANSTON — St. Ann Church, 1493 Cranston St., will hold an 150th Anniversary Mass, September 28, 10:30 a.m. Bishop Thomas J. Tobin will be the main celebrant. Following Mass, a reception and dinner will be held at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Warwick. For more information or dinner tickets, call 942-2767.
Bishop Tobin to Speak at Revival
PROVIDENCE — Bishop Thomas J. Tobin will preach during the first of a three night spiritual renewal on Wednesday, September 24, 2008 at 7:00 p.m., Calvary Baptist Church, 747 Broad Street in Providence. The Diocesan and Holy Name Gospel Choirs will provide special music that evening. The revival, which is co-sponsored by the Minister’s Alliance of Rhode Island and the Rhode Island State Council of Churches, continues on Thursday and Friday evenings at Calvary Baptist Church with Rev. Vincent Thompson and Rev. Theresa Smith preaching. These services will focus on the importance of faith in challenging times. All are welcomed to attend these three nights of inspired music, preaching and fellowship.
