St. Brendan’s to host Turkey Raffle
RIVERSIDE — St. Brendan’s Parish, 60 Turner Ave. will host a Turkey Raffle on Saturday, Nov. 18 from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Come win a turkey or even an entire Thanksgiving Dinner. Food will be available for purchase from the kitchen.
Masses for Recovery scheduled
PORTSMOUTH/WEST WARWICK — The next Mass for Recovery will be offered on November 19 at St. Mary’s Church, 70 Church St. These Masses, to which all are welcome, provide an opportunity for people to come together in faith to seek God’s loving kindness and grace with special prayer intentions dedicated for those in recovery. If you or loved ones struggle with alcohol, drugs, addictions, mental distress, or support folks who suffer from the effects of these issues, you are encouraged to attend. For more information about this Mass, or the work of the St. Mathias Ministry, please contact Deacon John, deaconjohn@jsilvia.com. All Masses are offered on Sundays at 5 p.m. at either St. Barnabas Church in Portsmouth or at St. Mary’s Church in West Warwick. The entire schedule of Catholic Masses for the intentions of those in recovery for the remainder of 2017 and all of 2018 is as follows: St. Barnabas Church, 1697 East Main Road, Portsmouth: January 28, 2018; April 29; July 29; and October 28, 2018. Masses at St. Mary’s Church, 70 Church St., West Warwick (including the offering of the sacrament of the sick), will be offered on November 19; February 25, 2018; May 27; August 26; and November 11, 2018.
Holiday Bazaar and Giant Flea Market
MANVILLE — St. James Church, 33 Division St., will host the annual Holiday Bazaar and Giant Flea Market on Saturday, Nov. 18, from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. The event will feature Mémère’s Attic with vintage items such as trunks, luggage, crochet doilies, linens, jewelry, lace hankies, quilts, afghans, Victorian figurines. There will also be several raffles: penny socials, split the pot, gift certificates, and gift baskets, crafts including wreaths, centerpieces, handmade ornaments, handcrafted jewelry, crochet and knit goods will be for sale as well as Baked Goods featuring items such as cakes, pies, fudge, cookies. The Scout groups will also be participating and will make available freshly popped buttery popcorn, cocoa mug kits, and a few surprises. A special Cash Raffle will be held with prizes of $1000, $500 and $250. Only 200 tickets will be sold at a cost of $20 each. Tickets can be purchased in advance at the Parish Office. The kitchen will be open all day. For more information, call St. James Church Rectory at (401) 766-1558.
Annual bazaar scheduled at St. Brigid’s Church
JOHNSTON — St. Brigid’s Church, 1231 Plainfield St., is holding their annual bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 18 from 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 19 from 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. in the church hall. Vendors have an array of homemade crafts, popular knitted items, jewelry, holiday articles, handmade cards, rosaries, journals, holiday wood crafts, homemade pastries, wine corking, theme baskets, silent auction and a food court serving hot Italian sandwiches, pizza, drinks, miscellaneous snacks and hot dogs. Kangaroo Joey from Launch Trampoline will visit on Saturday to greet the children and adults. Admission is free.
Thanksgiving Family Bingo at St. Adalbert
PROVIDENCE — St. Adalbert’s Parish, 866 Atwells Ave., will host a Thanksgiving Family Bingo on Saturday, Nov. 18, beginning at 6 p.m. The kitchen opens at 5:15 p.m. The evening will also feature basket raffles, a penny social, Polish and American foods with takeout available. The Vigil Mass for Sunday will be at 4:30 p.m. Please call 351-9306 for more information.
St. Joseph Church to host a holiday bazaar
HOPE VALLEY — St. Joseph Church, 1105 Main St, to host a holiday bazaar and quilt raffle to benefit the St. Vincent de Paul Society and other local charities, on Saturday, Nov. 18 from 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. in the church hall. The bazaar will feature the children’s choir, free pictures with Santa, breakfast, silent auction, free children’s crafts, white elephant table, homemade pastries and crafts by parishioners. Quilt raffle tickets will be sold all day, with a drawing at 1 p.m. For more information, call 539-8311.
St. Catherine Church plans bazaar
WARWICK — St. Catherine Church, 3252 Post Road, will hold its annual bazaar on November 18 from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. in the church basement. The event will feature crafts, homemade items, books, a white elephant table and raffles, as well as a penny social along with baked goods. Lunch and coffee will be available.
Sisters to host annual Christmas bazaar
PAWTUCKET — The Little Sisters of the Poor Jeanne Jugan Residence, 964 Main St., will host its annual Christmas bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 18, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Offerings will include handmade crafts, baked goods, split-the-pot, spin-the-wheel money drawing, Christmas items and “nearly-new” tables. All proceeds will support the mission of the Little Sisters to serve the elderly poor.
Annual Christmas Bazaar at Fruit Hill Day Services for Elderly
NORTH PROVIDENCE — Fruit Hill Day Services for Elderly, 399 Fruit Hill Ave., will host an annual Christmas Bazaar in the Peace Barn on Saturday, Nov. 18 from 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. There will be many raffles and baskets. For more information, call 353-5805.
Bazaar on Broadway scheduled
PROVIDENCE — On Saturday, Nov. 18, from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., St. Mary Church will present its annual Bazaar on Broadway, at Paul Cuffee School, 30 Barton St., located behind Church of St. Mary. Admission is free. Proceeds will benefit the ministries of St. Mary Church. The bazaar will feature unique gifts and decorations including creative holiday greenery, personalized ornaments, home and hostess gifts, “upcycled” crafts, fine knitted fashions, handcrafted jewelry, stylish accessories, a children’s boutique and homemade confections. More bargains will be found in the gently used Christmas items. The Christmas Café will feature coffee, pastry, soup, chili and specialty of the house, authentic Korean dishes prepared by parishioners. For more information, visit www.stmaryonbroadway.org or call the parish office 274-3434.
Stage play ‘The Tuckers’ comes to McVinney
PROVIDENCE — “The Tuckers” is the latest stage play by local artistic director, Helen Baskerville-Dukes. In this episode, Mack Tucker overhears that his mother-in-law will be staying at his home for two weeks, and he will find it difficult for his controlling and meddling mother-in-law not to discover the secret he’s been keeping from his wife. One night only at McVinney Auditorium, 43 Dave Gavitt Way, Saturday, Nov. 18 at 7 p.m. For more information or for tickets, visit www.mcvinneyauditorium.com.
Intentional Discipleship: Moving from Maintenance to Mission
MILTON, Mass. — The Archdiocese of Boston is hosting Intentional Discipleship: Moving from Maintenance to Mission, an evangelization conference, at Fontbonne Academy in Milton, MA on Saturday, Nov. 18 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Keynote speakers include Sean Bryan, a.k.a. “The Papal Ninja,” from the NBC series American Ninja Warrior and director of the Lay Mission Project; and Bobby Vidal, director of Lay Formation and Evangelization at St. Kateri Tekakwitha parish in Santa Clarita, Calif. Breakout sessions on evangelization strategies and exhibits featuring formation resources from national Catholic publishers offered. To register, visit disciplesinmission.com/conference. For more information, call Margaret Wakelee at 617-746-5746.
Old Fashioned Christmas Bazaar at Christ the King
WEST WARWICK — The Church of Christ the King will host its annual Old Fashioned Christmas Bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 18 from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m., and on Sunday, Nov. 19 from 8:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., in the church hall at 124 Legris Ave. The event will have something for everyone including crafts, jewelry, wine & dine, candy, a kid’s booth, pick-a-straw, social scene, major raffle, lottery, baked goods and more. The kitchen will be open during the bazaar for breakfast and lunch both days. Flu Shots will also be offered on Saturday, Nov. 18 from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Our Lady of Good Help Christmas Bazaar
MAPLEVILLE — Our Lady of Good Help, 1063 Victory Hwy, to host a Christmas bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 18 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 19 from 9 a.m. to noon. This year’s bazaar will feature a wide variety of hand-made items including graham cracker house kits, chocolates, holiday treats, and baked goods for sale, special raffles including split-the-pot, penny social. Santa will also visit on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 11 am. to noon. The kitchen will be serving light lunch items and refreshments as well.
Saints John & Paul Parish to host 60th Annual Snowflake Bazaar
COVENTRY — Saints John & Paul Parish to host the 60th Annual Snowflake Bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 18 from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., and Sunday, Nov. 19 at 8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., in the parish center, 341 South Main St. The event offers a wide variety of items for purchase including gifts, jewelry, knitted articles, religious items, sports memorabilia and much more. There are many ways to take a chance winning fantastic prizes including the Straw Draw game, wine prizes, lotteries, a penny social, major raffles and even Cake Bingo. Children will love the Twinkle Town where they can have photos taken with Santa, make arts and crafts or play games of skill to win great prizes. The kitchen will be open for breakfast and lunch with a wide variety of delicious foods and snacks. Freshly baked goods and cookies will also be available.
The Women’s Guild of Holy Angels Parish to hold their annual Thanksgiving bake sale, turkey bingo
BARRINGTON — The Women’s Guild of Holy Angels Parish, 341 Maple Ave., will hold their annual Thanksgiving bake sale on November 18 and 19. Before and after the weekend Masses (5 p.m. on Saturday, and 8 a.m., 10:30 a.m. on Sunday, a delicious assortment of pies, cookies and other baked goods will be available for purchase in the front vestibule of the church. Any proceeds from the bake sale will benefit the charitable initiatives of the Women’s Guild. On Friday, Nov. 17, the parish will also host Thanksgiving Turkey Bingo, downstairs in the fully-accessible church hall, beginning at 5:30 p.m. Great prizes of gift cards and gift baskets will be awarded. The cost is $10 for nine games and there will also be Bingo Specials. Refreshments and beverages will be made available during game play.
Thanksgiving Day Dinner at St. Theresa Church
TIVERTON — Thanksgiving Day Dinner will be held at St. Theresa Church on Thursday, Nov. 23 in the parish hall, 265 Stafford Road, dinner will be served at noon, please arrive by 11:30 a.m. RSVP by Friday, Nov. 17 at 401-714-6843.
‘Buy nothing’ coat drive day
WAKEFIELD — St. Francis of Assisi Church, 114 High St., to host a Buy Nothing coat drive, downstairs in the church, on Friday, Nov. 24, from 10 a.m. – noon. For more information, call 783-4411. The parish is still in need of new and used coats, sweaters, sweatshirts, hats, gloves in good condition. Early drop off for coats will be from Sunday Nov. 19-Wed. Nov. 22. Please leave coats downstairs in the church hall.
St. Agnes Church Christmas Star Festival
PROVIDENCE— St. Agnes Church, 351 Branch Ave., will host the Christmas Star Festival on Friday, Nov. 24, from 5 – 8 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 25, from 10 a.m. – 7 p.m., and Sunday, Nov. 26, from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. It will feature a silent auction, penny socials for adults and children, children’s craft room, bake sale, adult grab bags and much more. The kitchen will be open all three days. Friday will feature chowder and clam cakes; Saturday a ham and bean supper, and Sunday breakfast. For more information, call 487-1486.
Catholic Underground
PROVIDENCE — Catholic Underground, hosted by St. Patrick Church, 244 Smith St., will take place on Saturday, November 25, beginning with vespers and holy hour at 8 p.m., led by Revive Ministry, followed by music with John Polce at 9:15 p.m.
Memorial Mass to be held for Eileen George
WORCESTER, Mass. — On November 26, 3 p.m. in St. John’s Church, 44 Temple St. Worcester, Mass., Meet-the-Father Ministry will host a Memorial Mass marking the sixth month anniversary of Eileen George’s passing. Following Mass there will be prayers for healing and a reception to follow in the church hall. For more information, visit www.EileenGeorge.org.
Hope and Cope Group meetings scheduled
PORTSMOUTH — The next meeting of the Hope & Cope Group is November 26, at 5 p.m. at St. Barnabas Church, 1697 East Main Road. Hope & Cope is a faith-based support group intended for those struggling with or supporting a family member or a friend struggling with alcohol or drug addictions or mental distress. Hope & Cope is open to everyone interested in this ministry. Meetings are held in the Chapel Meeting Room (under the small Chapel) from 5 – 6 p.m. This program is free, and no registration is required. For more information, please email Deacon John Silvia (deaconjohn@jsilvia.com). For the balance of 2017 and through 2018 the upcoming scheduled Hope & Cope group meeting dates are: November 26; December 17; January 21, 2018; February 18; March 18; April 22; May 20; June 17; July 22; August 19; September 23; October 21; November 18; and Dec. 16, 2018.
Learn about the ‘Reason for the Season’ of Advent
RIVERSIDE — St. Brendan’s Church to host a two- part talk to learn the “reason for the season,” on Monday, November 27 and Monday, December 4, from 6:30 – 8p.m., in the parish hall. Light refreshments will be served afterward. Bring a Bible and a friend. For questions, contact Philip Primeau at philipatstbrendan@gmail.com.
Knights plan upcoming meeting, toy drive
WOONSOCKET — Knights of Columbus Council 113 will host their business meeting on November 27, at 7 p.m., in All Saints Parish Hall, 323 Rathbun St. The Knights will also host a toy drive on November 25, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Ancora Meets St. Gabriel’s Call
PROVIDENCE — Beginning on Monday, Nov. 27 from 1 - 3:30 p.m., Rhode Island Right to Life’s Ancora Mobile Ultrasound Van will be parked in front of the Chancery building for the Diocese of Providence, One Cathedral Square, to meet the expectant mothers visiting Gabriel’s Call for a “Baby Gift Bag.” The “Gift Bag” will provide an initial supply of diapers, lotion, wash/shampoo, wipes for baby and more. Ancora will visit again on the following Mondays: December 11, January 8 and January 22. A new schedule will be announced each month. For more information call 421-7833 Ext. 218.
‘Catholic Social Teaching: Sources and Principles’ at St. Sebastian Church
PROVIDENCE — St. Sebastian’s Church, 67 Cole Ave., will ring in the new liturgical year with one of the most outspoken and engaging voices from the Diocese of Providence. On Wednesday, Nov. 29, 7 p.m., Mark Gordon will present “Catholic Social Teaching: Sources and Principles.” Hear the Church’s alternative to ideologies from the right and left. Gordon is the president of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul in the Diocese of Providence. He is the author of Forty Days, Forty Graces: Essays of a Grateful Pilgrim and has written for the National Catholic Register, Aleteia, and other Catholic Publications. He blogs on the Dorothy Option on the Patheos Catholic channel, and is a frequent commentator on the meeting place between spirituality and social concerns. Refreshments will follow the event.
St. Patrick Church to hold bilingual Mass to commemorate World Aids Day
PROVIDENCE — All are welcome to attend a special bilingual Mass on Wednesday, Nov. 29, 6:30 p.m., at the parish of Saint Patrick, 244 Smith St., to commemorate World Aids Day. Please join as the community prays for and celebrates the lives of all those who have died from HIV. A light dessert collation will be held after Mass.
An Evening for Families with Father Leo
PROVIDENCE — On Friday, Dec. 1, renowned Catholic priest, speaker and foodie Father Leo Patalinghug, leader of “Grace Before Meals,” a food, family, and faith movement to strengthen families at the dinner table, will be at McVinney Auditorium, 43 Dave Gavitt Way. Tickets and special pricing for this family night at www.mcvinneyauditorium.com.
St. Augustin’s Christmas Bazaar
NEWPORT — St. Augustin’s will hold their annual Christmas Bazaar this year on Saturday, Dec. 2, in the parish hall from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
St. Thomas Church to host Christmas bazaar
PROVIDENCE — St. Thomas Church will host a Christmas bazaar, on December 2, from 9 am. – 6 p.m. in the church hall, 65 Fruit Hill Ave. The bazaar will feature specialty booths including handmade crafts, gift baskets, penny social, children’s raffle, bake shop, games and more. Money Raffle including main prize of $1,000. Pictures with Santa from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., bring your own camera. Door Prizes throughout the day. Kitchen Café open from 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Main raffles at 6 p.m. For more information, call 401-272-7118.
St. Ann Church Bazaar and silent auction scheduled
NORTH PROVIDENCE — The annual St. Ann Church Bazaar and Silent Auction will be held at the Dillion Council, Knights of Columbus Hall at 1675 Douglas Ave., on Saturday, Dec. 2 from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., and Sunday, Dec. 3, from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Ample parking available. The bazaar will feature baked goods and sweets, along with handcrafted gifts by parishioners, children’s hats, scarves, dish cloths, baby rattles, personalized ornaments, outdoor holiday decorations and more than 40 silent auction items. All proceeds to benefit St Ann Church in Providence.
St. John the Baptist Church to host bazaar
PAWTUCKET — St. John the Baptist Church, 69 Quincy Ave., to host a bazaar on Saturday, Dec. 2, from 9 a.m. – 7 p.m., and Sunday, Dec. 3, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. The event will include 50/50 raffle, basket raffles, and sale of new and used items, food and more. For more information, call 401-722-9054.
Christmas Bazaar to be held at St. Paul Church
FOSTER— St. Paul Church, 116A Danielson Pike, is having the annual Christmas Bazaar on Saturday, Dec. 2 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 3, from 9 a.m. – noon. In addition to the Theme Raffle Baskets, handmade knit items, jewelry table, balsam wreaths, penny social table and Snack Shack, there is also a raffle including a $1000 gift card tree, handmade Jewel Box Queen Quilt, Cuisinart 13 piece Cookware and a holiday dinner basket with a $250 Stop & Shop gift cards.
Saint Mary School annual Christmas Shopping Boutique
CRANSTON — Saint Mary School, 46 Vallone Road, will host its 12th annual Christmas Shopping Boutique on Sunday, Dec. 3 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. The boutique will feature more than 40 crafters and vendors throughout the school, basket raffles, straw raffles, a bake sale, children’s activity room with games, balloon animals, and ceramics painting. The kitchen will be open for breakfast and lunch featuring its famous fresh homemade omelets, pizzas, calzones, hot wieners, coffee, beverages and snacks. Please stop by for a day of shopping and fun. For more information, please call the school office at 401-944-4107.
