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Preparing your heart and home in Advent
When we let the world know that there is more to the holiday than presents and decorations, we fulfill our mission as Christians to evangelize the world." Imagine expecting a new baby. For months, … more
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Father Desmond Bryan Finerty
PUNTA GORDA, Fla. — Reverend D. Bryan Finerty, 89, Pastor Emeritus of the former St. Charles Borromeo Parish, Woonsocket, passed away on Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024, in Punta Gorda, Florida (Diocese … more
2024 Christmas Gift Guide
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The mission of St. Gabriel’s Call is to respect all life and to reach out to women who are pregnant, desperate, and in need, through a confidential intervention program to help make things easier for mothers-to-be during and beyond pregnancy in a personal way.
The Gift of Giving Back
PROVIDENCE — “Comfort and Joy” — words that ring out this time of year represent what mothers desire most for their families, and not just during the holidays, but throughout … more
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From top left, Kristina Petrilli and Shirley Medici from Faith and Grace Designs smile with their heartfelt products; Sample the St. Bernadette Vanilla Tea from Sacred Heart Tea; A glimpse at the faith-filled gifts inside of Gabriel’s Trumpet Gift and Book Store (left) and Tally’s.
Gifting the Catholic way
There is no greater gift that a person can receive than the one God has already given mankind – salvation through His son, Jesus Christ. But at this time of year, when Christians around the … more
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Tiny Saints provides adorable gifts for Catholics. Their signature tiny designs can grace a child’s backpack, keys, shoes and more, and can be purchased in bulk for schools and parishes. New saints are frequently added to their vast collection.
Catholic stocking stuffers aim to promote saints, family life
PROVIDENCE —Who knew such a tragic loss could lead to the creation of a heartwarming trinket that’s brought millions closer to the saints? That’s the story behind Tiny Saints, a … more
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‘History’s Greatest Mystery’ evaluates additional evidence of the authenticity of the Shroud of Turin as the burial cloth of Jesus
PROVIDENCE —It is the most studied cloth in history. But is the Shroud of Turin simply a worthless fabric or is it a compelling chronicle of the Crucifixion and Resurrection of Jesus Christ? … more
Making Memories in Mystic
MYSTIC, Conn. — Rhode Islanders looking for a little holiday cheer will only have to drive a short ways to Mystic Village this December, where they can begin their visit with an Advent Mass, … more
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Did you make a New Year’s Resolution?
As the Church approaches the liturgical equivalent of a new year, the Mass rubrics stipulate that priests celebrate on the last Sunday in Ordinary Time the Solemnity of Christ the King. This … more
Hoping in the power and promises of God
Alfred Dreyfus (1859-1935) was a French army officer whose trial for treason deeply marked the political and social history of France for almost a century. Dreyfus was the son of a wealthy Jewish … more
Is Dec. 9 a holy day of obligation this year?
Q: Is Dec. 9 a day of obligation? Is this rule new? Is it just for America? A: Normally Dec. 9 is not a holy day of obligation, but it is this year in the United States due to a quirk of the … more
Catholic Christmas Gifts for Children (and Adults, too!)
There is something very special about watching your children open gifts on Christmas morning. Our family gathers around the tree to open presents after we attend Mass and after we sing Happy Birthday … more
Special Event Listings for 11.28.24
Knights to host breakfast NORTH KINGSTOWN — The Knights of Columbus Council 2011 will hold a breakfast at the council hall, 1265 Tower Hill Road, on Sunday, December 1, from 7:30 - 10:30 a.m. … more
Praying for a New Bishop
The faithful in the Diocese of Providence have begun praying for a new bishop. For what kind of man should a Providence Catholic pray? One might ask for an apt administrator or someone well versed in … more
The late Bishop Louis E. Gelineau remembered as 'The People's Bishop' at his funeral Mass
PROVIDENCE — On Saturday, Nov. 16, the Diocese of Providence bid farewell to Bishop Louis E. Gelineau during a Mass of Christian Burial at the Cathedral of SS. Peter and Paul. Many bishops, … more
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Saint Raphael Girls Soccer team celebrates first state title in 16 years
PAWTUCKET — With Saint Raphael Academy celebrating 50 Years of Women along with its centennial this year, it seems almost destined that the girls sports teams would do something spectacular. … more
The Moral Relativism of Pontius Pilate
This coming weekend, the Church will celebrate the feast of Christ the King. The gospel text that will be proclaimed at Mass that day is John 18:33b-37, which records for us some of the dialogue that … more
The continuing scandal of the Vatican’s China policy
In the annals of historical boorishness, it would be hard to find something more egregious than the Holy See’s timing as it renewed its 2018 agreement with the People’s Republic of China, … more
Let Christ the King guide you
The Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe, is not at all an old feast on the Church’s liturgical calendar. Pope Pius XI instituted the Feast of Christ the King in his … more
Saints John and James Parish, West Warwick, Built in 1874, celebrates 150 years of serving God’s people.
Saints John and James Parish: Serving their neighbors for 150 years
WEST WARWICK — When walking down Washington Street in Arctic Village, there are signs of what once was. Small shops and cafés line the sides of the street. The smokestacks of an old mill … more
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