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In an era where Christian coaches and athletes often feel pressure to ignore or at least downplay their religious beliefs, Coach Joe Mazzulla of the Boston Celtics has proven to be a refreshing and … more

6/27/24

Assignments 06.27.24

RETIRING FROM ACTIVE MINISTRY Reverend Monsignor Raymond B. Bastia, from Vicar for Planning and Finance to Senior Priest Status, effective July 1, 2024 PAROCHIAL VICARS Reverend Joseph Brodeur, … more

6/27/24

Configured to Christ

Recently a friend asked me to identify the best thing about my first year as the Bishop of Providence. I responded by saying “the priests!” last week in describing the purpose and work of … more

6/27/24

Special Event Listings for 06.27.24

Magnificat breakfast GREENVILLE — The Magnificat Ministry Breakfast will be held on Saturday, June 29, from 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., at St. Philip Parish Center, 622 Putnam Pike. The guest speaker … more

6/27/24

On Monday, June 17, Providence College made a donation of sound and lighting equipment that will help St. Patrick Academy, Providence, begin their first-ever theater program. Above, Erin Joy Schmidt of P.C. gifts Father Jean Joseph Brice, pastor, with lighting equipment for the school and parish.

P.C. helps bring the arts to St. Pat’s with theater equipment donation

PROVIDENCE — Providence College is dedicated to helping their neighbors on Smith Hill, particularly if it means assisting in bringing the arts to the students of St. Patrick Academy. The … more

By Laura Kilgus, Associate Editor | 6/27/24

Ticket to oblivion?

In the days before Pope Paul VI simplified the rituals surrounding the creation of new cardinals, men who had previously been informed that they had been chosen gathered in Rome; there, a day or so … more

6/27/24

Rhode Island Catholic, El Católico honored with 26 national Catholic Press awards at conference

ATLANTA — Rhode Island Catholic and its Spanish language publication, El Católico de Rhode Island, were honored on Friday, June 21, with a combined 26 awards by the Catholic Media … more

6/27/24

During a visit by Rhode Island Catholic in 2010, after a devastating 7.0 magnitude earthquake left 220,000 people dead, students at the secondary Catholic Louverture Cleary School in Croix-Des-Bouquets, Haiti, attend classes outside until building repairs can be made. The Haitian Project, which oversees the secondary boarding school, was founded in Providence.

Catholic secondary school in Haiti, with local ties, reopens for learning amid ongoing political unrest

As schools across the Diocese of Providence close for the summer, and students get a break from their studies, a Catholic secondary school in Haiti, with strong ties to the diocese, has reopened for … more

By RICK SNIZEK, Executive Editor | 6/20/24

A man and child take cover from gunfire near the National Palace, in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, March 21, 2024.

Revolution and violence have long been part of Haiti’s history

It can be disturbing to watch a nation whose motto is “Liberté, églalité, fraternité” fall into civil collapse and chaos. There is no liberty, equality or … more

By Jennifer Barton, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent | 6/20/24

Rosaries grace the gravestone of Adele Brise on the grounds of the National Shrine of Our Lady of Champion in Champion, Wis. The Blessed Mother appeared to Brise near the site in 1859. Brise's cause for canonization will be introduced in June during the U.S. bishops' Spring Plenary Assembly.

U.S. Bishops Affirm Advancement of a Cause of Beatification and Canonization for Adele Brise

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — At their annual June Plenary Assembly, the bishops of the United States held a canonical consultation on a possible cause of beatification and canonization for Adele Brise. … more

6/20/24

Summer media survival tips for parents

When I was a kid, my main form of media consumption was books. I used to go to the library and check out four or five Hardy Boys books at a time. I don’t know why I never got into Nancy Drew (I … more

By Sister Hosea Rupprecht | 6/20/24

Special Event Listings for 06.20.24

Gabriel’s Trumpet to hold sidewalk sale COVENTRY — Gabriel’s Trumpet Catholic Bookstore, 477 Washington St., will be hold a sidewalk sale on Saturday, June 22, from 10 a.m. - 2:30 … more

6/20/24

The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops

In contemporary culture some people misunderstand the nature of the Catholic Church, imagining it as a kind of supranational corporation in which the Holy Father issues the marching orders for … more

6/20/24

Congratulations to the Class of 2024!

Rhode Island Catholic is celebrating the 2024 Catholic High School Grads in this week's print edition. Call 401-272-1010 to order your copy! more

6/20/24

Catholic Charity Appeal surpasses $7 million goal for third consecutive year

PROVIDENCE — For the third consecutive year, the annual Catholic Charity Appeal in the Diocese of Providence has surpassed 100% of its goal, garnering $7.3 million in pledges so far, and is on … more

By RICK SNIZEK, Executive Editor | 6/13/24

Joseph Hayek smiles with Saint Philip School therapy dog Georgi, a 3 year-old Cavachon and the star of the school’s new Cardinal C.A.R.E.S. initiative. This new program supports the well-being of students in helping them build strong foundations for academic and personal success.

Canine offers comfort, has powerful impact on emotional, educational well-being of Saint Philip students

GREENVILLE — Encouragement, physical and emotional healing, relaxation, joy and companionship: There are an endless list of benefits that three-year-old Georgi, a playful and loving Cavachon … more

By Laura Kilgus, Associate Editor | 6/13/24

Halt Gender-Affirming Care for Youth

At the beginning of June, the American College of Pediatricians (ACP) issued a declaration titled “Doctors Protecting Children.” More than 100 doctors, nurses, therapists and research … more

6/13/24

Thanks be to God for Holy Fathers

My husband is the favorite of our household. All our children prefer my husband over me, and I don’t blame them one bit. He has a wonderful, positive attitude, is almost always ready to have a … more

6/13/24

St. Anthony of Padua preached the ‘grandeur of Christianity’

St. Anthony of Padua, whose feast is June 13, is often depicted holding an open Bible on which the Christ child sits with a hand raised in blessing. The tender image does not commemorate an event in … more

6/13/24

OLM Middle School Soccer Team Captures CAL Title

EAST GREENWICH — Our Lady of Mercy School’s co-ed soccer team captured the CAL State Championship in a decisive battle with a 1-0 win over St. Pius V, Providence on Friday, June 7 at La … more

6/13/24