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Conversation and prayer on the way to school

In today’s world, we are surrounded by constant noise and distractions. At home, we are always connected to media such as smartphones, computers, television and tablets. In the car, we are also … more

By Silvio Cuellar, OSV | 9/14/23

Pray for Peace

We read in history books about the persecutions of Christians in the early centuries. But we would be mistaken to think that such persecution only existed in the past. Just last week a seminarian in … more

9/14/23

Burning Man Rained Out

“Everyone who listens to these words of mine and acts on them will be like a wise man who built his house on rock.” As God, Jesus knows everything. So, when he delivered these words to … more

9/14/23

Juvenile diabetes student-advocate follows her path to Washington

PAWTUCKET — Hannah Guevremont is a typical senior at Saint Raphael Academy. She plays on the girls’ basketball and volleyball teams, and enjoys the bowling club, Ping-Pong … more

By Nancy Cifune, Special to Rhode Island Catholic | 9/14/23

Veteran Teachers Pass On Advice for Catholic School Educators

Teaching can be a challenging but rewarding career field, particularly in a Catholic school where one can live out their faith. As young teachers take their first steps into the hallowed halls of … more

By Jennifer Barton, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent | 9/14/23

Special Event Listings for 09.14.23

Life in the Spirit Seminar PAWTUCKET —St. John Paul II Parish will host a Life in the Spirit Seminar at 755 Central Ave., in the St. Cecilia Church building. The seminar will be held on six … more

9/14/23

Bishop Hendricken to host largest private college fair in RI, hosting 116 colleges this Friday

WARWICK, RI — Bishop Hendricken High School will host 116 colleges and universities from across the United States this Friday, September 15, 2023 from 8:30am-10:15am at the largest private … more

9/13/23

Bishop Robert C. Evans celebrated a Mass commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Shrine of the Little Flower. Bishop Evans also led a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the beautiful new Rosary Walk constructed on Shrine grounds, pictured above.

Rhode Island’s Shrine of the Little Flower marks 100 years of devotion to St. Therese

NASONVILLE — Former Auxiliary Bishop Robert C. Evans celebrated Mass for a large group of the faithful in commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the Shrine of the Little Flower — the … more

By Cole DeSantis, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent | 9/7/23

The Little Sisters of the Poor hosted a Summer Soirée on August 23. The event, which took place at the Jeanne Jugan Residence, was held to support the sisters’ ministry of caring for the elderly poor in Rhode Island. The event featured small bites and beverages from area restaurants in a delightful garden setting.

Little Sisters of the Poor raise more than $30,000 to support mission at Summer Soirée

PAWTUCKET — The Little Sisters of the Poor recently welcomed guests to the Jeanne Jugan Residence in Pawtucket for a Summer Soirée featuring food and drink from area restaurants and … more

9/7/23

Father John Quinn Wanaurny

BRISTOL — John Quinn Wanaurny was born July 3, 1934 in Chicago, Illinois to John Patrick Wanaurny and Lauretta (Barthelmes) Wanaurny. He was baptized at St. Margaret Mary Parish in Chicago and … more

9/7/23

Sabbath rest forms part of the commandments that govern our relationship with God

Maybe it’s the summer weather, maybe it’s the habit learned over our years of schooling, but summer always seems to promise time for rest, recreation and some much-needed lazy days. I … more

9/7/23

Special Event Listings for 09.07.23

Holy Name of Jesus Church to host yard sale PROVIDENCE — Holy Name of Jesus Church will hold a yard sale on Saturday, Sept. 9, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. The sale will include religious items, … more

9/7/23

Emily Boni, a parishioner of St. Joseph Church in Woonsocket, is a seamstress using her skills for good by working with priests to design beautiful vestments for their ordination day, first Masses and other Holy Masses at the altar. Boni is also working toward the opening of her new Catholic business venture designing clothing (and more) with inspired messages. Above, vestments designed and prepared for Father Francis McCarty, O.S.B., campus minister at St. Anselm University.

Young woman stitches together faith and fashion to create timeless liturgical garments

WARWICK — From her home studio in Warwick, Emily Boni, is combining a love of faith and fashion through her creation of intricate and beautiful vestments for Catholic priests. A skilled … more

By Laura Kilgus, Associate Editor | 9/7/23

Musician Ryan Tremblay, who grew up in Rhode Island and now lives in Nashville with his family, performed for the third time at Pope Francis’ World Youth Day, held this year in Lisbon Portugal. Tremblay said his Catholic faith helps him to connect with peace and beauty in the present because it is rooted in truth and tradition.

Musician with local ties reflects on World Youth Day performance

PROVIDENCE — For Ryan Tremblay, the scene was familiar, and the setting again spectacular. The Coventry native, a Catholic musician, recently performed at Pope Francis’ World Youth Day, … more

By Cole DeSantis, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent | 9/7/23

Paintings, including these self-portraits above, by the late Father Raymond Tetrault, were recently displayed for the first time in a gallery exhibit.

Paintings by the late Father Ray Tetrault exhibited for first time

PROVIDENCE — On a recent clear, sunny late afternoon in downtown Providence, a small group of people gather in a gallery at the Sprout Coworking Center, a multipurpose building containing … more

By Cole DeSantis, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent | 9/7/23

A collage featuring images of St. Teresa of Avila (Public Domain), Pope John XXIII (CNS File photo) and singer-songwriter Jimmy Buffett in July of 2001 (Mike Segar, Reuters). Buffett died Sept. 1, 2023. (OSV News photo/CNS, Reuters)

Teresa of Avila, Good Pope John and … Jimmy Buffett?

Too often lately, it feels like the offices from which we’ve historically taken our cues — our political and community leadership, the punditry, local authorities and even some church … more

By Elizabeth Scalia | 9/7/23

Archbishop Fernández and the learning curve

“Pope Francis has just given the Vatican his Ratzinger,” declared one July 2 headline; “Pope Francis Finds His Ratzinger,” announced another, four days later. Both quickie … more

9/7/23

To ‘Love One Another’ is not just good advice

Strange as it might seem, the word “Church” appears only twice in the Gospel accounts. Both instances are found in St. Matthew’s Gospel narrative. The word Church occurs first when … more

9/7/23

From a Concern to a Calling

TO THE EDITOR: The Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire which caused the death of many workers was a time of transformation for Frances Perkins. Prior to that fire she had lobbied for workers rights … more

9/7/23

Is it time to encourage our Catholic students to consider other options?

TO THE EDITOR: In reaction to the Catholic high school graduation statistics published in the June 22 issue of the Rhode Island Catholic, I can’t help but wonder if it’s time for our … more

9/7/23