There is no shortage of ways to get your news today. We open our phones and tablets or turn on the TV or radio and are instantly fed with bite-sized news, updates, and opinions abound served up ready … more

The now-ubiquitous terms “reproductive health” and “reproductive freedom” have contributed mightily to a slaughter of the innocents in these United States. The death toll from that massacre … more

The Most Reverend William J. Hickey was a central Massachusetts priest who became auxiliary and then bishop of Providence just after World War I. His Excellency chose as his episcopal motto the … more

For 151 years, Rhode Island Catholic has proudly brought quality, local Catholic journalism to the front doors of generations of Rhode Islanders. Inspired by Jesus’ call to proclaim the Gospel “to every creature” (Mk 16:15), our diocesan newspaper tells the stories of local Catholics whose faith and service bring to life Christ’s Good News throughout our parishes, schools, and ministries. more

In our everyday life, we often look to God for answers. We bring Him our prayers, our confusion, and our requests, waiting for His voice to direct our path. If we closely examine the Gospels, we … more

Giant Flea Market CUMBERLAND — The Historic St. Joseph’s Church, 1303 Mendon Road, will host a giant flea market with vendors on Saturday, October 10, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will … more

PROVIDENCE — The morning gets underway like any other school day. With a lesson. But not from any ordinary teacher. Standing at the front of the altar, rather than behind the pulpit, where he … more

BURRILLVILLE — The Special Religious Education (SPRED) ministry for the Diocese of Providence celebrated Mass at St. Theresa Shrine in Burrillville on Saturday, Sept. 12, to commemorate its 35th … more

EAST GREENWICH — In June and July, a group of three white-robed men has been traveling all over Rhode Island, continuing a tradition that started hundreds of years ago. Their mission is to prove … more

PAWTUCKET — Saint Raphael Academy invites prospective students and their families to experience the school at an Open House on Sunday, October 4, 2026, from noon to 3 pm. Register online at … more

This week, I offer another reflection in preparation for the parish and diocesan assemblies.   When we think of faith formation, religious education or theological studies, we immediately … more

PROVIDENCE — For decades, a great concern within the Church is that decreasing numbers of priests will leave the faithful without sufficient shepherds in the future. But as the 2026 academic year … more

Daniel J. Holmes Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent BRISTOL — This past Wednesday, Sept 9, was the groundbreaking for what has become known as the “Stairway to Heaven” project at St Mary’s … more

Luigi Carusi Jr., 86, of Church Street, Barrington, passed away peacefully on September 5, 2026, at the Veterans Administration Medical Center in Providence. He was the beloved husband of Carmela E. … more

COLLEGE OF CONSULTORS Bishop Lewandowski has appointed the following priests of the Diocese of Providence to serve as members of the Diocesan College of Consultors for a five-year term effective … more

The apse mosaic of the 12th century church of San Clemente in Rome depicts a magnificent crucifix. But what appears most striking—and what mystified the English apologist G.K. Chesterton on his … more

Several weeks after Islamist terrorists hijacked four planes, wreaking havoc in lower Manhattan and at the Pentagon in the name of deranged religious convictions, I was at dinner in the papal … more

A few years ago some kind friends urged my cousins and me to enjoy their condominium for week at Bonita Springs, Florida, nearby Naples. As the days passed I began to feel a bit of stomach … more

WARREN — Blink and you risk missing it. Cruise through the East Bay along Route 114 and all you need is a momentary daydream or other brief distraction to overlook Warren. Squeezed by the Palmer … more

Bishop Bruce A. Lewandowski, C.Ss.R., commemorated National Day of Remembrance for Aborted Children by leading one of three solemn local vigils Saturday dedicated to prayerfully remembering all … more