Rhode Island Catholic

WOONSOCKET — For the past two decades, parish volunteers and parish priests have offered a welcoming invitation to Saint Joseph Church, an invitation to return to the Lord in the Sacrament of … more

By Laura Kilgus, Associate Editor | 3/16/23

Consecrated to Our Lord

Anne Marie Quatrucci was consecrated a virgin during a Mass celebrated by Bishop Thomas J. Tobin at St. Timothy Parish, Warwick, on Thursday, Feb. 2. Pictured, from left, Father Dean Perri, pastor of … more

3/16/23

Authentic Christianity is in debt to Saints and Scholars

St. Athanasius (293 A.D. – 373 A.D.) was bishop of Alexandria, Egypt, and a noted Eastern Christian leader of the 4th century. He is remembered especially for his role in the conflict with … more

3/16/23

The False Fight Over Corned Beef and Friday Penance

Every so often, the Church’s discipline sparks intrigue, especially in a state as culturally Catholic as Rhode Island. Such was the case last week when The Providence Journal’s food … more

3/14/23

A painting depicts Mother Mary Elizabeth Lange, who founded the Oblate Sisters of Providence in Baltimore, the world's first sustained women's religious community for Black women. Sister Rita Michelle Proctor, the order's superior general, announced March 5, 2023, that Mother Lange's canonization cause has taken one step forward with the Vatican accepting the "positio," or documentation about her life.

Vatican Accepts ‘Positio’ In Mother Lange’s Cause; Dicastery To Review Documents On Her Life

ARBUTUS, Md. — The canonization cause of Mother Mary Lange, founder of the world’s first sustained women’s religious community for Black women, has taken a step forward. Sister … more

By Matthew Liptak, OSV NEWS | 3/10/23

Father Joseph P. Henry

NARRAGANSETT — Rev. Joseph P. Henry, 91, Pastor Emeritus of SS. John and Paul Parish, Coventry, died Thursday, March 2, 2023.Born in Providence, Rhode Island, son of the late Patrick C. and … more

3/9/23

Father Roger A. Houle

SMITHFIELD — Rev. Roger A. Houle, 71, Pastor Emeritus of St. Joseph Parish, North Scituate, died Monday, February 27, 2023. Born in Woonsocket, Rhode Island, son of the late Leo and Liliane … more

3/9/23

Being Like Your Parents

You’ve probably seen the TV commercials for the Progressive Insurance Company in which a counsellor, a “Parenta-life Coach” identified as Dr. Rick, tries to stop young adults from … more

3/9/23

A nurse checks the vitals of a newborn baby in the Family Birth Center at Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak, Mich.

Would free birth empower women to choose life?

Pregnancy centers and maternity homes generally agree that making childbirth free in the United States would empower women to choose life.But, some specify, it would help in varying degrees.Leaders … more

Katie Yoder, OSV News | 3/9/23

Former Providence Visitor Editor Father Edward H. Flannery has been inducted into the R.I. Heritage Hall of Fame for his lengthy list of lifelong achievements.

Former editor of The Providence Visitor inducted into R.I. Heritage Hall of Fame

EAST PROVIDENCE — It was during his evangelical work in 1948 with The Christophers that the late Father Edward H. Flannery, a former managing editor of the Providence Visitor, began to do … more

By RICK SNIZEK, Executive Editor | 3/9/23

Faith Formation Convocation to be a day of fellowship, dynamic Catholic speakers

PROVIDENCE — The 2023 Faith Formation Convocation will be held in-person at Bryant University on March 18. This special event is an opportunity to grow in personal and missionary discipleship … more

3/9/23

Judiciary Committee hears opposing bills on life issue

PROVIDENCE — On Monday, March 6, members of the House Judiciary Committee met to discuss two bills of particular interest to the pro-life community.H-5006, popularly known as the Equality in … more

By Cole DeSantis, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent | 3/9/23

Special Event Listings for 03.09.23

‘40 Cans for Lent’BRISTOL — Knights of Columbus Bristol Council #379 is holding a “40 Cans for Lent” program for families, from now through April 9. All donations can be … more

3/9/23

Coadjutor Bishop Richard G. Henning visits Bishop Hendricken High School on Friday, March 3. Pictured: Heis presented with a school jersey by Principal Mark DeCiccio ‘03, and student athletes Alexander Clemmey ‘23 and Steven Nardelli ‘23.

‘Strive to be men of integrity’ Coadjutor Bishop Henning encourages students during his first visit to Rhode Island Catholic high school

WARWICK — On Friday, March 3, Coadjutor Bishop Richard G. Henning received a warm welcome to Bishop Hendricken High School during his first visit to a Diocese of Providence high school. During … more

By Laura Kilgus, Associate Editor | 3/9/23

Many were honored at this year’s diocesan Catholic Youth Ministry and Scout Awards, held at the Cathedral of SS. Peter and Paul on Sunday, March 5.

Many Awarded for Inspired Service to Youth Ministry, Scouting

PROVIDENCE — Local youth and adults were honored at this year’s diocesan Catholic Youth Ministry and Scout Awards, held at the Cathedral of SS. Peter and Paul on Sunday, March 5.Bishop … more

Laura Kilgus, Associate Editor | 3/9/23

Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker is seen in this file photo.

Harrison Butker’s Renewal of Faith

Harrison Butker of the Kansas City Chiefs, who kicked the winning field goal in this year’s Super Bowl, is a deeply committed Catholic, who isn’t shy about proclaiming his faith publicly. … more

3/9/23

A Courageous Act of Faith

When you’re a pastor and an ex-police officer, you likely notice things that other pastors, who do not have a background in law enforcement, miss. Such was the case on February 12, when four … more

3/9/23

The continuity between ancient and modern times is reassuring

St. Justin Martyr (100 A.D. -165 A.D.) was a native of Rome but well-travelled and conversant with both the Greek and the Jewish thinkers of his day. As an early Christian defender of the faith, he … more

3/9/23

An inspired night adoring our Lord in the Eucharist

Come and See, a night of praise and adoration, was held on Saturday, Feb. 25 at McVinney Auditorium, Providence. The event organized by the Brotherhood of Emmaus began with a greeting and words of … more

3/9/23

5 Things Every Catholic Home Should Have

I recently came across a random online posting that lists “5 things nobody has in their home anymore.” The list includes DVDs, CDs, a file cabinet, a wall calendar and take out menus. … more

3/2/23