Holy Rosary Society celebrates centennial
CENTRAL FALLS — The Holy Rosary Society of St. Joseph Church, 391 High Street, will celebrate its 100th anniversary, October 5, with a Centennial Mass, 10 a.m., followed by a banquet in the parish social center. For more information or reservations, call 722-5683.
Haunted Labyrinth presents ‘Cirque D’ Horreur’
CRANSTON — The Rejoice in Hope Center, 804 Dyer Avenue, will present the 2008 Haunted Labyrinth entitled “Cirque D’Horreur — The Greatest Scare on Earth,” September 26-28; October 2-5, 9-12, 16-19, 23-31, 7 p.m.- until the last person screams! The display is presented rain or shine; indoor seating and group rates are available. Proceeds benefit the Rejoice in Hope Youth Center. For more information, call the Haunted Hotline at 943-8696; or visit the web site www.hauntedlabyrinth.com.
PC plans Vocations Masses
PROVIDENCE — Dominican Father William Garrott, Director of Vocations for the Dominican Province of St. Joseph, will celebrate Vocations Masses, September 27, 4:30 p.m.; and September 28, 4:30, 7:30 and 10:30 p.m., in St. Dominic Chapel on the Providence College campus, corner of Eaton Street and River Avenue. For more information, call 865-1210.
St. Francis Animal blessings:
The following parishes will hold “Blessing of the Animals” ceremonies to commemorate the Feast of St. Francis:
St. Timothy Church, 1799 Warwick Avenue, Warwick, October 4, 11 a.m., near the front entrance of the church. For more information, call 739-9552.
St. Francis School, 610 Jefferson Blvd., Warwick, October 4, 11 a.m., in the school yard. as part of the school Fall Carnival, 11 a.m.- 3 p.m. The event will include games and activities, and lunch will be served. For more information, call 737-5191.
St. Ann Church, 1493 Cranston Street, Cranston, October 4, 1 p.m., on the front lawn of the church, following the First Saturday Mass at noon. Refreshments will be served to pets and their owners. For more information, call 942-2767.
Our Lady of Good Counsel holds healing service with ‘Fr. Pat’
WEST WARWICK — LaSalette Father Andre Patenaude, known as “Father Pat,” will conduct a healing service at Our Lady of Good Counsel Church, 62 Pleasant Street, on September 30 at 7 p.m. For more information, call 821-6428.
Knights host yard sale
NORTH KINGSTOWN — The Knights of Columbus, St. Francis Council, 1265 Tower Hill Road, will hold a giant yard sale, September 27, 8 a.m.-3 p.m., at the council hall. The hall will be open to receive donated items September 25-26, 6-9 p.m. Pick up service of large items is available. For more information or to arrange for pick up, call 295-0507.
Franciscan Missionaries of Mary hold Mass
NORTH PROVIDENCE — The Franciscan Missionaries of Mary, 399 Fruit Hill Ave., will host a Mass, September 27, 9 a.m., in the Holy Family Chapel. Benefactors and individuals enrolled through the sale of religious greeting and sympathy cards will be remembered at the Mass. For more information, call 353-5800.
Legion of Mary plans ‘Day of Recollection’
NORTH PROVIDENCE — The Legion of Mary, Cranston Curia, will sponsor a “Day of Recollection,” September 27, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m., at the Franciscan Missionaries of Mary, 399 Fruit Hill Avenue. Dominican Father Edward Myers of Providence College and Father John Randall, pastor emeritus of St. Charles Borromeo Church, Providence, will be the speakers. Mass will be celebrated at noon and Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament will be offered during the afternoon. Participants should bring a bagged lunch; refreshments and beverages will be provided. For more information, call 463-6331.
Divine Mercy Cenacle at St. Elizabeth Church
BRISTOL — The Divine Mercy Cenacle Prayer Group will resume on October 2, 7 p.m., in St. Elizabeth Church, 577 Wood Street. Participants are invited to pray and learn about a cenacle and St. Faustina, and how her diary correlates with Scripture. Why Catholics pray the chaplet and venerate the image of Divine Mercy will also be discussed. For more information, call 253-0623.
St. Vincent de Paul Society sponsors Mass
WEST WARWICK — The St. Vincent de Paul Society of SS. John and James Church, 40 Washington St. will hold a Mass of Anointing of the Sick, September 27, 11 a.m. Following Mass, a light luncheon will be served in the school cafeteria. All facilities are handicapped accessible. For more information, call 821-7661.
St. James Autumn Breakfast
MANVILLE — St. James Church will hold its second annual Autumn Breakfast on September 28 from 8 a.m. to noon in the Father Brindamour Church Hall at 33 Division Street. The breakfast will be served buffet-style. Tickets will be available at the door. For more information, call 766-1558.
St. Theresa holds ‘Autumn Leaves Bazaar’
HARRISVILLE —St. Theresa of the Child Jesus, 35 Dion Drive, will hold its annual “Autumn Leaves Bazaar” on September 26, noon-7 p.m.; September 27, 8 a.m.-7 p.m.; and September 28, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., in the church hall.
The kitchen will serve fish 'n chips noon to 7 p.m. on Friday; hamburgers, cheeseburgers, hot dogs, French fries, and dynamites will be served for Saturday lunch; a pot roast dinner with dessert will be available after 4 P.M.
On Sunday, the kitchen will offer coffee an' for breakfast and clam cakes & chowder from 11a.m. to 2 p.m.
The event will include raffles, a penny social, gift baskets, silent auction, crafts, knitted items, holiday items, homemade desserts, attic treasures, and more!
For more information, call 568-8280.
Seminar to discuss St. Paul’s life and ministry
PROVIDENCE — Franciscan Father Stephen Almagno will present a four-part seminar about the life, ministry and spirituality of St. Paul, beginning October 6, 7 p.m., in the cathedral hall. The talks are being presented in observance of the Pauline Year declared by Pope Benedict XVI. “The Holy Father has stressed that no theologian or mystic has had a greater impact as St. Paul on all aspects of the church,” said Father Almagno.
The dates and times of the three subsequent presentations will be determined after polling those attending the first session. For more information, call 331-2434.
