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Six ways I can make my parish better
By Lorene Hanley DuquinOSV NewsToday, parishioners are expected to feel a true sense of ownership in their parish. That means looking at your parish as more than just a place where you go to Mass. A … more
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Welcome to the diocese Bishop Henning
TO THE EDITOR: I would like to commend the Rhode Island Catholic and Executive Editor Rick Snizek for the comprehensive and well-written story about our Coadjutor Bishop Richard Henning. Like … more
Keynote speaker Hera Varmah, communications director for the National Federation for Children, speaks at the School Choice Fair held at the Crowne Plaza in Warwick on January 22. In her speech, Varmah recalled how school choice played a big role in her and her siblings’ overcoming poverty.
Educational possibilities discussed, encouraged at National School Choice Fair held at Crowne Plaza
WARWICK — As part of National School Week, the National School Choice Fair was held at the Crowne Plaza on Sunday, Jan. 22.During the event, booths were set up in the Plaza Ballroom for … more
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Those Little Acts Of Kindness
I’m thinking of the gentleman who called my office to say that he drove past my house every day, and that he sometimes saw a coyote prowling around, and knew that I walked my little dog in the … more
Special Event Listings for 02.09.23
Young Adult Eucharistic Formation RetreatKINGSTON — All young adults ages 18-30 are welcome to attend a day of prayer, formation, community, food and the celebration of Holy Mass while growing … more
Ninety-three miles outside of Paris, pilgrims can find the Shrine of Montligeon and a fraternity bearing its name, the purpose of which is to pray for the souls in purgatory.
French priests seek to rekindle former prayer chapters across the US, including the Ocean State
PROVIDENCE — Can prayer help ease the suffering of a soul that has passed from this life? The Catholic Church teaches that a soul in need of purification prior to entering heaven can be aided … more
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Providence College names inaugural chair for new Department of Nursing
PROVIDENCE — Providence College (PC) announced today that it has selected Nancy Meedzan, DNP, RN, CNE, NEA-BC as the Inaugural Nursing Department Chair in the College’s new School of … more
Students receive sacraments at Mass for Catholic Schools Week
The Good Shepherd Catholic Regional School community hosted a school Mass at St. Joseph’s Church, Woonsocket, on January 30 to begin Catholic Schools Week. Father Ryan Simas, pastor, was the … more
Thoughtful Catholic Schools Week service project helps local homeless celebrate their birthdays
As part of their Catholic Schools Week activities and community service, students in grades Pre-K – second at St. Paul School in Cranston, created Birthday Bags for the homeless. Students, … more
More than 1,000 people attended Mass in Spanish on Friday, Jan. 27 at the Cathedral of SS. Peter and Paul, Providence, to welcome new Coadjutor Bishop of Providence, Most Rev. Richard G. Henning. The event, including a lively cultural reception in cathedral hall, drew great participation from Hispanic communities in the diocese, as well as apostolic movements and Marian devotion groups.
Bishop Henning offers moving message at Spanish welcome Mass
PROVIDENCE — In the words of the famous Mexican singer Ana Gabriel, “I have no money or anything, the only thing I have is love to give.” These words were spoken in his homily by … more
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Dominus Vobiscum
Upon hearing or reading the words, Dominus vobiscum, Catholics of a mature age, and increasingly today, lots of younger folks, will instinctively respond with, Et cum spiritu tuo. “The Lord be … more
Special Event Listings for 02.02.23
The Five First Devotions PROVIDENCE — The Five First Devotions will take place on Saturday, Feb. 4, at St. Augustine Parish, 639 Mt. Pleasant Ave., beginning with confessions at 3:45 p.m. … more
Coadjutor Bishop Richard G. Henning displays an inspiring message for the faithful during his homily of the Mass of Reception.
Bishop Richard G. Henning receives warm welcome to the Diocese of Providence at Mass of Reception
PROVIDENCE — In a glorious Mass of Reception at the Cathedral of SS. Peter and Paul on Jan. 26, nine weeks after being appointed by Pope Francis to serve as coadjutor Bishop of Providence with … more
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The Pontificals
PROVIDENCE — Ordination to the Office of Bishop is, according to the Catechism of the Catholic Church, the “fullness of the sacrament of Holy Orders.” With this esteemed position … more
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History of Coadjutor Bishops in the Diocese of Providence
PROVIDENCE — According to the Code of Canon Law, the pope “can appoint ex officio a coadjutor bishop who also has special faculties. A coadjutor bishop possesses the right of … more
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Blazon & Explanation of the Armorial Bearings of Bishop Richard G. Henning
BLAZON: Azure, within a bordure parted wavy Argent and Gules an escallop shell Argent. The shield is ensigned with an episcopal cross Or charged with five jewels Gules and a bishop’s galero … more
Coadjutor Bishop Richard Henning greeted families after a Catholic Schools Week Mass on Jan. 29 at St. Philip Church.
Bishop Henning makes first pastoral visit to St. Philip Parish and School
GREENVILLE — On Sunday, Jan. 29, Coadjutor Bishop Richard G. Henning made his first pastoral visit to St. Philip’s Parish and School. The day’s events began with Holy Mass … more
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Situated on more than 191 acres, St. Ann Cemetery in Cranston is home to a grand memorial The names of the 100 people who perished in the 2003 fire at the West Warwick nightclub are inscribed on the monument.
Remembering the Victims of The Station Nightclub Fire
The 20th anniversary of one of the deadliest building fires in U.S. history is fast approaching. Sunday, Feb. 19, will mark 20 years since a fire at The Station nightclub in West Warwick left an … more
God is always true to his promises
Ian Paisley (1920-2014) was a Northern Irish Presbyterian minister who, at age 25, broke from the Presbyterian Church in Ireland to found the Free Presbyterian Church of Ulster. He was elected … more
At right, a family photo of Bishop Richard Henning outside Holy Name of Mary School, also at left, on the day of his First Holy Communion.
Growing up in Valley Stream was a joy for future bishop
VALLEY STREAM, N.Y. — For a kid, life in this blue-collar village in Nassau County, Long Island, was pretty good. Family bonds, grounded in the Catholic faith, were strong.Although it sits a … more
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