Bingo Night at St. Joseph Church
PASCOAG — Bingo will be held on Friday, Sept. 20, from 6 - 8:30 p.m., with doors open at 5 p.m., in St. Joseph Church Hall, 183 Sayles Ave. For more information, call 401-568-2411. Gift cards and mystery prizes to be awarded. Food, beverages and baked goods will be available for purchase. The hall is handicap accessible.
Presentation and discussion of pro-life movie ‘Unplanned’
PROVIDENCE — On Friday, Sept. 20, at 7 p.m., St. Augustine Parish, 600 Mount Pleasant Ave., will present the pro-life movie “Unplanned.” “Unplanned” is the real-life story of Abby Johnson who was a Planned Parenthood executive before having a conversion to the pro-life movement and Catholic Church. A discussion will be held downstairs in O’Brien Hall following the movie. Please note that due to the “R” rating, children under 17 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian, or have written permission to view the movie. For more information, call 401-831-3503 or email staugprov@verizon.net.
Auction event to benefit Mustard Seed Community
NARRAGANSETT — St. Thomas More Parish will host an evening to benefit the disabled orphans in the Dominican Republic. Parish missionaries will visit the Mustard Seed Community in February 2020. The event will be held at The Dunes Club on September 20 with cocktails at 6 p.m., dinner at 7 p.m. Enjoy live music, silent and live auctions and a cash bar. Tickets are available in the parish office. Please call 789-7682 for more information or to donate to the auction. The Dunes Club is located at 137 Boston Neck Road, Narragansett. Business casual attire — valet parking will be available.
Knights of Columbus plan yard sale
NORTH KINGSTOWN — On Saturday, September 21, 8 a.m. – 2 p.m., the Knights of Columbus will hold a yard sale at the Council Hall, 1265 Tower Hill Road. The hall will be open to receive items between the hours of 5 – 7 p.m., Thursday, September 19 and Friday, September 20. TV’s, appliances or clothing will not be accepted.
St. Pius V Church to host ‘Pius Palooza Fall Festival’
PROVIDENCE — St. Pius V Church, 55 Elmhurst Ave., will hold its Fall Festival on Saturday, Sept. 21, on the church grounds from 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. There will be food, beer and wine, live entertainment by The Bad Habits, a performance by Pretty as a Princess, comedian Kevin Sullivan, Bingo, Ballroom Dance Lessons and a Bocce tournament. It will also feature games for children, face painting, kids crafts and raffles. Free admission. For more information, visit www.spvchurch.org/news/pius-palooza or call the parish office at 401-751-4871.
Fall Dance at St. Thomas the Apostle Church
WARREN — St. Thomas the Apostle Church will host a Fall Dance on Sept. 21, 5:30-9:30 p.m. in the church hall, 500 Metacom Ave. The band 4’s Country will be providing the music for the evening. The kitchen will be open to purchase sandwiches, pizza, soda, and water or you may bring your own food and drinks. Coffee, tea, and pastry will be provided. Bring a pastry to share. There will be a 50/50 split-the-pot, regular raffle and a silent auction with many items to bid on. For more information, including ticket price, call 245-4488.
Fall Harvest Fest at St. Mark Church
JAMESTOWN — On Saturday, Sept. 21, St. Mark Church will host a Fall Harvest Fest from 11a.m. - 6:30 p.m. with live entertainment, food, a farmer’s market, beer garden, games for all ages and lots of raffles — including gift baskets, large prizes and Cow Chip Bingo. Christian Musician Ryan Tremblay will be kicking the event off with a performance at 11 a.m. There will also be a cornhole contest and a stage show by Circus Dynamics. Visit www.stmarkjtn.org/fallfest for more information.
Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick offered within Mass
PROVIDENCE — A Mass with prayers for healing will be celebrated at St. Bartholomew Church, 297 Laurel Hill Ave., on Saturday, Sept. 21, at 11:30 a.m. by Father Joseph Pranzo. Those whose health is seriously impaired by sickness or old age may receive the sacrament of Anointing of the Sick within Mass. This Mass will be offered every third Saturday every other month. For more information, call 401-944-4466. Prayer shawls will be available free of charge. Donations are appreciated. All are welcome.
An Evening of Sacred Music
CRANSTON — The Music Ministry of Saint Matthew Church presents “An Evening of Sacred Music” on Saturday, Sept. 21, at 6:30 p.m. This concert will commemorate the 110th Anniversary of Saint Matthew Church. Under the direction of Kyle P. Jameson, KHS, and accompanied by organist Paul A. Boucher, the choir will perform a vast array of sacred music from various eras, styles and composers. Saint Matthew Church is located on the corner of Park and Elmwood Avenue in Cranston and is handicap accessible. Admission is free of charge, a free will offering will be collected. Doors open at 6 p.m. For further information contact 401-461-7172 or visit stmatthewri.org.
Knights to host blood drive
BRISTOL — The Knights of Columbus Council 379 will host a blood drive at Saint Elizabeth’s Church 577 Wood St., on Sept. 22 from 8 a.m. - noon. Coffee and doughnuts will be provided. All are welcome and encouraged to participate. Please come and help to save a life. Every pint of blood donated can save up to three lives.
Prayers for Healing
WEST WARWICK — On Tuesday, Sept. 24, at 7 p.m., at Our Lady of Good Counsel Church, Pleasant Street, Father Andre Patenaude, M.S., of the National Shrine of La Salette will offer prayers for healing. For further information, contact 401-821-8042.
An Evening with Father Pat
PROVIDENCE — St. Agnes Church, 351 Branch Ave., will host “An Evening with Father Pat” on Saturday, Sept. 28 at 6:30 p.m., in the church hall. Father Pat has been hosting evenings of music at LaSalette Shrine for decades and will bring his music to the parish. Refreshments will be served. Tickets are now on sale after Masses and at the rectory during office hours. For more information call 861-7265.
Daughters of Isabella to host a Bingo fundraiser
WARWICK — St. Benedict Circle #423 Daughters of Isabella will host a Bingo fundraiser on Saturday, September 28. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. and games start at 12:30 p.m. There will also be a penny social, a 50/50 and a vintage silent auction. Refreshments will be provided. Gift cards and gift baskets are all part of this event. For more information, including admission cost, please call Regent Shirley Mello 401-821-8461.
Baby shower to be held for the unborn
GREENVILLE — The R.I. Chapter of Magnificat will host a baby shower for the unborn on Saturday, Sept. 28, from 9 a.m. – noon, at St. Philip Parish center. The guest speaker will be Carol Owens, director of diocesan Office of Life & Family. There will be a free will offering. For more information, call Sister Catherine or Brother Leo Mary at 401-644-3699.
St. Michael the Archangel Church to host International Festival
PROVIDENCE — St. Michael the Archangel Church, 239 Oxford St., will host its 44th Annual International Festival “Building Bridges” on Sunday, Sept. 29, beginning with an international Mass at 10 a.m. followed by the festival from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. The festival will feature ethnic food, games, raffle prizes, live music and dancing. All are welcome. For more information call 401-781-7210.
Annual Macaroni Dinner
WARREN — St. Alexander Church, 221 Main St., will serve the local community dinner on Sunday, Sept. 29 from noon – 6 p.m. The menu includes antipasto, soup, macaroni (all you can eat) meatballs, bread and butter and coffee. Homemade pastries will also be sold along with soft drinks, beer and wine. Take out is available; bring your own containers. Call 401-245-6369 for more information including cost.
St. Theresa’s Feast Day celebration
HARRISVILLE — All are welcome to take part in the St. Thérèse Feast Day celebration at the Shrine of the Little Flower, 35 Dion Drive, on Sunday, Sept. 29 and Tuesday, Oct. 1. On Sunday, there will be Holy Rosary at 11 a.m., and then Holy Mass and Veneration of the Relics at 11:30 a.m., followed by a light lunch at 12:30 p.m., and a presentation and a procession at 1:15 p.m. A Holy Hour will commence at 2:15 p.m. with confessions, mid-afternoon prayer, the Divine Mercy Chaplet and Benediction. On Tuesday, Mass will be celebrated at 8:30 a.m. with Veneration of the Relics and then prayers at the Outdoor Shrine. For more information, call 401-568-8280.
St. Pius X Church to show pro-life film “Unplanned”
WESTERLY — A showing of the film, “Unplanned: The Abby Johnson Story” will take place at St. Pius X Church Hall, 45 Elm St., on Thursday Oct. 3, at 6 p.m. Admission is free and includes refreshments, popcorn, soda, water, coffee and tea. This movie is rated R Children and under 17 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. The recommended age is high school and up. For more information or questions please call the rectory at 596-2535. This event is sponsored by St. Pius X Respect Life Committee.
St. Patrick High School to host 50th reunion
CRANSTON — St. Patrick High School, Class of 1969, will hold their 50th reunion on Saturday, Oct., 5, at the Chapel Grille, 3000 Chapel View Blvd. Menu selection and prepaid reservations must be made by Sept. 20. Contact mfpollard@cox.net for more information.
Our Lady of Sorrows Bereavement Support Group to meet
PROVIDENCE — The Our Lady of Sorrows Bereavement Support Group, offered by the Office of Life and Family, will be held at St. Pius V Rectory, 55 Elmhurst Ave., Saturday mornings 10 – 11:30 a.m., Oct. 5 through November 16. This seven week support group provides a peaceful and healing environment for people to learn about grief and to share their experiences, thoughts and feelings, all with the spiritual comfort of our Catholic faith. This group will be facilitated by the St. Pius V Bereavement Ministry, and is most appropriate for adults at least three months beyond their loss. This program is free, but pre-registration is required. Please call Pat Owen at 401- 274-3854.
Open House at Saint Raphael Academy
PAWTUCKET — Saint Raphael Academy invites prospective students and their families to an Open House on Sunday, Oct. 6, from noon to 3 p.m. Registration will be in Alumni Hall, located at 194 Walcott St. Families of students who are interested in entering as freshmen in the fall 2020 and current high school students who are interested in transferring will take a student-led tour of the campus, meet with faculty and discover the variety of sports and extra-curricular activities the Academy has to offer. Students may also register for the free Catholic High School Entrance Exam Prep Class that will be held at Saint Raphael Academy on Saturday, Nov. 16. Seating for this class is limited. Registration for the class begins on Oct. 6 at the Open House. For more information, visit www.saintrays.org/admissions/visiting-sra, or call the Admissions office at 401-723-8100.
‘Finding Hope’ support group for divorced or separated
MIDDLETOWN — The Office of Life and Family will offer the “Finding Hope” support group for those divorced or separated at St. Lucy Church, 909 W. Main Road, in the parish center. The support group will meet Thursdays (except Halloween/Thanksgiving), 7 - 8:30 p.m., Oct. 10 through Dec. 12. This free program provides a healing environment for sharing your thoughts and experiences and provides topics related to separation/divorce, all within the light of our Catholic faith. For information, contact Peter A Magnotta at 421-7833, ext. 217.
Seasons of Hope Grief Support Group
WESTERLY — Seasons of Hope will offer a six-week support group for those searching for comfort, hope and peace after losing a loved one. Each meeting includes prayer, Scripture reading and reflection, a video and discussion. Meetings will be Saturdays October 19 – November 23, 8:30 – 10:30 a.m., at St. Pius X Church, 44 Elm St., Westerly. For more information, please contact the St. Pius X rectory at 401-596-2535.
Hope and Cope support group to meet
PORTSMOUTH — The St. Matthias Ministry Hope and Cope Support Group will meet on Sunday, Oct. 20, from 5 - 6 p.m. in the chapel meeting room, under the chapel, at St. Barnabas Church, 1697 E. Main Road. If you know someone who is supporting a loved one or friend in need of recovery or currently in recovery yourself, then this group is for you. This program is free and provides a wonderful focus on Catholic Spirituality to support recovery. No registration is required. For more information, send an email to Deacon John Silvia at deaconjohn@jsilvia.com.
Autumn Angel Bazaar
WEST WARWICK — St. Mary Church, 70 Church St., will hold the Autumn Angel Bazaar, Oct. 26, from 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. and Oct. 27 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Breakfast and lunch will be served, withplenty of parking and handicap accessibility. The event will include raffles, themed baskets, lottery tree, roll-ups, penny social and handmade crafts.
Space available for Fall Flea Market
JOHNSTON — Reserve a space now for St. Rocco Church Flea Market on Saturday, Oct. 19, from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. in church back lot. Call Jeanne at 401-943-2717 or the church office at 401-942-5203 for an application. This event is sponsored by the St. Rocco Women’s Guild.
St. Pius X Church Annual Walk for Life
WESTERLY — St. Pius X Church Hall, 45 Elm St., will host the annual Walk for Life on Sunday, Oct. 20, beginning at noon. Gather at St. Pius X Church for a one-mile walk which will include a brief prayer service at the Tomb of the Unborn at St. Sebastian’s Cemetery. For those unable to walk there will be 2 hours of Eucharistic Adoration from noon — 2 p.m., ending with Benediction. Following Benediction, a collation outside (weather permitting) will be held. For further information, please contact Christy Eiva, 377-2782 or Deb Carey, 596-2535.
St. Anthony Church to celebrate 75th Anniversary
NORTH PROVIDENCE — St. Anthony Church will celebrate its 75th anniversary on Sunday, Oct. 27. There will be an 11:30 a.m. celebratory Mass at the church, 1413 Mineral Spring Ave. It will be followed by a dinner from 1 – 5 p.m. at the Kirkbrae Country Club, 197 Old River Road, Lincoln. There will be music by Joe Vono featuring Toby Andrews. Tickets will be sold after all Masses at both St. Anthony Church and the Church of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary, or by telephoning John Bonaventura at 401-353-3588 or Nina Celona 401-353-1004. The deadline for ticket sales will be Oct. 13.
St. Vincent De Paul’s Harvest Bazaar Festival taking pork pie pre-orders
COVENTRY — St. Vincent De Paul Parish is now accepting pre-orders for their Harvest Bazaar Festival’s pork pies, which can be picked up during the Harvest Bazaar Festival, Nov. 9 and 10. Contact Jackie 401-829-1665 for prices and to obtain your pork pie pre-order form. Order early for your holiday parties. Pork pie orders should be returned by Oct.15.
