AROUND THE DIOCESE

Special Event Listings for 06.15.23

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Young Adult Summer Series: Theology on Fire
GREENVILLE — St. Philip Church, 622 Putnam Pike, will host the Young Adult Summer Series: Theology on Fire, on the following Fridays: June 16, July 28, August 25 and September 22, from 7-9:30 p.m. Young adults, ages 18-29, are invited to casual evenings by the fire with social time, a talk and refreshments. Come for Adoration at 6:30 p.m. in Our Lady’s Chapel, then head to the back of the property to the St. John Paul II Grotto fire pit area.
Monthly SoulCore Session
TIVERTON — A monthly SoulCore session will take place on Saturday, June 17, at 9 a.m., at Holy Ghost Church, 316 Judson St. For full details visit www.soulecore.com or contact Joy at jheather1123@yahoo.com.

Adoration at Our Lady of Fatima Church
CUMBERLAND — Our Lady of Fatima Church, One Fatima Drive, will offer the following upcoming events centered on the Blessed Sacrament: Silent Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament every Friday from 2-8 p.m.; monthly praise and worship with Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, at 7:30 p.m., June 17 (music by Lisa Mongeau and Susan Alves) and July 15 (music by Justin P. Dery.) This will be a special event for all youth attending the Steubenville East Youth Conference. Weather permitting, this Adoration will take place at the outdoor shrine. Please bring your own folding chair. If the weather does not cooperate the event will move inside the church. For more information, call 401-723-6719.
Family Field Day
NORTH EASTON, MASS. — Play fun games, participate in Rosary and Mass, and enjoy the beautiful park-like grounds of the Museum of Family Prayer at the Father Peyton Family Field Day, June 17, 1 p.m.. at the museum, 518 Washington St., North Easton, Mass.
Take-Out Thursday
BARRINGTON — Holy Angels Church will host Take-Out Thursday, a charity food sale, on June 22. A carryout menu offers options of a cherry tomato summer salad, spinach strombolis and chips and stuffed shells dinner with meatballs. Caesar side salad and bread are also available. Ordering is open for a limited time, while supplies last, and proceeds will benefit the efforts of the Holy Angels Social Outreach Ministry, whose mission is to provide for those in need. For more information, please call or text Barbara at 401-249-1104 or Lorraine at 401-529-0238.
Knights of Columbus plan car wash
CRANSTON — The Knights of Columbus, Rev. Richard A. Donnelly Council No. 322, will sponsor a car wash at The Thirsty Beaver Restaurant, 288 Atwood Ave., on Saturday, June 24, 8:30 – 11 a.m. Proceeds to benefit Cranston Cyclones of Special Olympics Rhode Island.
Presbyteral Ordination of Rev. Mr. Patrick Ryan
PROVIDENCE — On Saturday, June 24, at 10 a.m., Bishop Richard G. Henning will celebrate Holy Mass with the ordination of Rev. Mr. Patrick Ryan to the Sacred Priesthood. If unable to attend Mass, you may watch the livestream on the Diocese of Providence YouTube channel, www.provd.io/youtube.

Polish Festival
COVENTRY — Our Lady of Czenstochowa Polish Festival will be held on Friday, June 16 and Saturday, June 17, from 5 – 9 p.m., on school grounds, 222 MacArthur Blvd. The event will feature Polish and American food (including frozen golombki and pierogis for sale), games, raffles, cow chip bingo and much more. Free admission and parking. For more information, call 401-821-7991 or visit www.olcsvp.org.

Giving Thanks for Essential Workers
WAKEFIELD — The third annual Mass of Thanksgiving to God for All Essential Workers will be held on Sunday, June 25, at 9 a.m., at St. Francis of Assisi Church, 114 High St. The celebrant will be Bishop Richard G. Henning. Join in prayer for all essential workers, including healthcare professionals, first responders, clergy, educators, community, and social workers, those in the service-industry, the National Guard and all who keep the community safe each day. There will be a collation following the Mass. All are welcome. Mass will also be live streamed at www.stfranciswakefield.com.

Father Tetrault’s paintings on exhibit
PROVIDENCE — The late Father Raymond Tetrault’s paintings will be on exhibit at the Sprout Gallery, 166 Valley St., Building 6M, Suite 103, from June 29 to July 28. The gallery will be open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Friday. A reception will be held on Gallery Night, July 20, from 5 to 8 p.m. All are invited.
Annual Msgr. Sabourin Vacation Bible Camp for people with disabilities
PROVIDENCE — The Office of the Apostolate with People with Disabilities and St. Patrick Church in Providence announces the Msgr. Sabourin Vacation Bible Camp for people with disabilities of all ages. It is integrated and bilingual. The camp will be held at St. Patrick Church, from 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., July 10-14. Space is limited. Limited scholarships are available. The printable registration form is available at www.dioceseofprovidence.org/apostolate-for-people-with-disabilities. The camp is also seeking faith-filled and enthusiastic adult volunteers. Contact Irma I. Rodriguez at 401-278-4578 or irodriguez@dioceseofprovidence.org for more information.
Masses Interpreted in ASL for the Deaf, Hard of Hearing
The Diocesan Ministry for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing will host Masses each Sunday, 9:15 a.m., at St. Patrick Church 244 Smith St. For more information, call Irma at 401-278-4578 or email at irodriguez@dioceseopfrovidence.org.

‘Come Holy Spirit Come’
NARRAGANSETT — All are welcome to join “Life in the Spirit,” a six-week seminar on Wednesdays at St. Thomas More Church. This is an opportunity to develop a deeper relationship with God and a greater understanding of the Roman Catholic Church. This seminar begins June 21 and ends July 26 with Diane Costantino and clergy from 7-8:30 p.m., in the parish hall, 53 Rockland St. Books provided and no registration required. For more information, visit www.stthomasmoreri.org.

Share your lifetime of experience through Ignatian Volunteer Corps
PROVIDENCE — Ignatian Volunteer Corps is an opportunity for adult men and women “50 and better” to offer their skills, wisdom, and life experience in service to those in need. In return for a commitment of 1 or 2 days a week with a local service opportunity, the IVC program provides monthly spiritual guidance for personal reflection, prayerful conversations with fellow IVC members, and occasional retreats. Together, we hope to see the face of Christ in those we serve. IVC serves schools and a variety of nonprofits throughout the New England area. For more information on IVC, contact Dave Hinchen, New England Regional Director, visit www.ivcusa.org/NewEngland or email newengland@ivcusa.org.