Celebrate the Joy of Marriage
NORTH EASTON, Mass. — St. Valentine’s Day Date Night: “The Finest Wine,” will take place on Saturday, Feb. 15, at The Father Peyton Center Campus, 518 Washington St.. The event begins at 5 p.m. with the Vigil Mass and Renewal of Vows at St. Joseph Chapel, followed by dinner, presentation on the Wedding Feast at Cana, and fellowship from 6 – 8 p.m. in the Father Peyton Center. Event is free but donations are gratefully accepted. Registration required at: hcfm.info/valentine or email mission@hcfm.org or call 508-238-4095. Register early as the event sold out last year.
Upcoming Events at Mary Mother of Mankind
NORTH PROVIDENCE — Mary Mother of Mankind Church, 25 Fourth St., will host a pasta dinner to benefit the youth group program on Saturday, Feb. 15, 5 p.m. The menu includes salad, pasta, bread, meatballs and desserts. A cash bar will be available. The parish will also host bingo night to benefit the religious education program on Friday, Feb. 21. The kitchen will be open at 5 p.m. and bingo starts at 6 p.m. For more information, contact the rectory at 401-231-3542
St. Valentine’s Day Dinner Dance
PAWTUCKET — St. John Paul II Knights of Columbus Council #12613 will be hosting a St. Valentine’s Day Dinner Dance on Saturday, Feb. 15, beginning at 5:30 p.m., at St. John Paul II Parish (St. Cecilia Church Hall), 745 Central Ave. The menu includes salad, pasta, bread, roast pork loin, roast beef, roasted potatoes, vegetable and dessert. Cash bar will be available. Live music performed by Dynamite Rhythm. For tickets and more information please contact Al Nunes 401-723-2307 or Bruce Guindon 401-474-0371.
Valentine’s Bingo
CUMBERLAND — A Valentine’s Bingo Fundraiser will be held at Our Lady of Fatima Church, Sunday, Feb. 16, 6 p.m. The proceeds will benefit the youth attending the Steubenville conference in July.
Polish Food Sale at Our Lady of Czestochowa Parish
COVENTRY — Our Lady of Czestochowa Parish, 222 MacArthur Blvd, will host a Polish food sale on Saturday, Feb. 22, 9 a.m. – noon (as long as it lasts). The sale will feature frozen pierogi and golombkie.
Girls’ Body Literacy Webinar for Parents
ONLINE — The Diocesan Secretariat for Evangelization and Pastoral Planning presents “What Parents Should Know About (Pre) Teen Periods: How to Navigate Cycles with Confidence, Together!” on Thursday, Feb. 27, beginning at 7 p.m. Join Christina Valenzuela, NFP Instructor and Cycle Educator, on this free webinar for parents. Receive practical tips and resources to engage in discussion with your daughter(s) about their cycles, helping them build confidence, reduce anxiety, and appreciate the way their bodies were designed by God. Registration required; once registered, you will receive a confirmation email with the Zoom link. Contact Julie Bradley, Marriage and Family Life Consultant, at 401-278-4556 or jbradley@dpvd.org with questions.
ASL Mass for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
PROVIDENCE — The diocesan Ministry for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing invites you to join us every Sunday for 9:15 a.m. Holy Mass interpreted in ASL for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing at St. Patrick Church, 244 Smith St. For more information, please contact 401-278-4578 or email irodriguez@dpvd.org.
Pizza and Prayer
PROVIDENCE — High school and college–aged men discerning the priesthood are invited to Pizza and Prayer on March 1, April 26, and May 24, from 6 – 7 p.m. at Our Lady of Providence seminary. To register, visit tinyurl.com/pizzaandprayer25. For more information, contact Father Ryan Simas,
fathersimas@gmail.com or 401-331-1316.
Young Adult Lenten Retreat
PROVIDENCE — A Young Adult Lenten Retreat will take place on Saturday, March 1, 8 a.m.–2 p.m., in the Cathedral of SS. Peter & Paul, 30 Fenner St. The retreat will include inspiring talks given by experienced faithful disciples, opportunities for Mass, prayer, and spiritual direction, engaging discussions, and lively young adult community. Speakers Father Joshua Barrow and Lisa Kline will reflect upon “Suffering and How to Suffer with Humility & Grace.” To register, visit https://provd.io/yalent.
St. Barnabas Church to host pasta dinner and comedy night
PORTSMOUTH — The St. Barnabas 50th Anniversary Festival Committee will host Master Stage Hypnotist and comedian Peter Mamos on March 1, in the St. Barnabas church hall, 1697 East Main Road, for a night of good food and hilarious clean comedy for all ages. A pasta dinner will be served at 6 p.m. and the show will start at 7:30 p.m. The ticket price includes both dinner and the show. To reserve tickets, please contact Mary Lou Proulx at 401-683-1343 or mlouproulx.sb@gmail.com by February 21.
Bible Study at Saints John & Paul Parish
COVENTRY — Saints John & Paul Parish, 341 S. Main St., will hold a Bible study beginning Tuesday, March 4, 6:30 p.m. The theme is “Lectio: Evangelization and the Acts of the Apostles.” All are welcome to attend free of charge. No need to register, just come and bring friends and family. Refreshments and study guides will be provided.
Women’s Day Retreat with Danielle Bean
WESTERLY — Immaculate Conception Church, 111 High St., will host a Women’s Day Retreat, on Saturday, March 8, 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m., based on the book “You Are Enough” with Danielle Bean. Throughout the day, you will see how God’s love for each of us shines forth through the stories of the women of the Old Testament; connect with the hopes, dreams, struggles, and experiences of these remarkable women; learn how the lives of the women of the Bible contain valuable lessons for our lives today; find hope and encouragement as you discover that you are enough; you are accepted for who you are as a beloved daughter of God. Admission cost includes breakfast and lunch. Pre-registration is required by March 1. To register and pay online, visit the calendar section of the Immaculate Conception Church website https://www.immcon.org.For more information, please contact Lisa Mastrandrea at 401-596-2130 or email icc@immcon.org.
Called to Serve
PROVIDENCE — Our Lady of Providence Seminary will host Called to Serve: a morning of reflection for high school men about the priesthood, on Saturday, March 15, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. For more information, contact Father Ryan Simas, fathersimas@gmail.com or 401-331-1316.
Little Sisters of the Poor to hold St. Patrick’s Day Dinner
SEEKONK, Mass. — The Little Sisters of the Poor Jeanne Jugan Residence of Pawtucket will hold its 17th annual St. Patrick’s Day Dinner & Fundraiser at The Old Grist Mill Tavern, 390 Fall River Ave., on Monday, March 17, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. This annual event supports the Little Sisters’ mission of caring for the elderly poor and includes a traditional corned beef and cabbage dinner. Visit www.littlesistersofthepoorpawtucket.org to download the order form for dinner tickets, “Pot of Gold” tickets and the Little Sisters’ famous homemade scones, which must be pre-ordered. Dine-in or carry-out. Tickets are limited and usually sell out before the March 1 deadline.
Serra Club Meeting
PROVIDENCE — The Serra Club of Providence will hold their bi-monthly meeting on Monday, March 24 at 7-8 p.m., at Our Lady of Providence Seminary. The Serra Club encourages and promotes vocations to the priesthood and religious life. Please join us pray for vocations, to learn more about the work of the Serra Club in the Diocese of Providence and how to become a member. For more information, please contact Ashley Codding at ilovelucy3930@msn.com or visit www.serrainternational.org.
Jackie Francois Marriage & Dating event
PROVIDENCE — On Friday, April 4, 7 – 9:30 p.m., young adults, high school teens, and parents are invited to take part in this special event led by national speaker Jackie Francois to discuss the purpose of dating and how to date in today’s culture and what is appropriate for dating versus engagement and marriage. Francois will share the whats, hows, and whys of dating, sex and marriage in this talk. This event will take place in the Cathedral of Saints Peter & Paul, 30 Fenner St., with food and fellowship to follow in the cathedral hall. For more information, including cost, visit
www.evangelizeri.org/jackie-event.
St. Matthias Ministry - providing support during recovery
PORTSMOUTH — If you or loved ones struggle with alcohol, drugs, or mental health distress, the Diocese of Providence’s St. Matthias Ministry is offering the following for 2025: Masses for Recovery at St. Anthony Church, 2836 East Main Rd., April 26, July 26, and October 25 at 4 p.m., and the Hope and Cope Recovery Group at St. Barnabas Church, Chapel basement room, 1697 East Main Rd., Portsmouth, on February 16, March 23, May 18, June 29, August 24, September 21, November 16, and December 21 from 5 - 6 p.m. The Masses provide an encounter of God’s love and grace with special prayer intentions dedicated for recovery. Hope & Cope provides a place to pray, share, and explore helpful recovery insights and resources. No registration necessary, just come. For more information, contact Deacon John Silvia at 401-683-1343, ext. 208 or deaconjohn@jsilvia.com, www.dioceseofprovidence.org/recovery.
Prison Ministry
PROVIDENCE — There are over 500 Rhode Island Catholics in our prison system. Please pray for them. There is a great need to support our clergy through prayer groups and post-incarceration ministries. Please contact the Catholic Volunteer Coordinator, Timothy Maynard, KM, at institutionalchaplain@dpvd.org or 401-462-5238.
Opportunities to Grow in Our Catholic Faith
RHODE ISLAND — The Secretariat for Evangelization and Pastoral Planning of the Diocese of Providence offers many events and activities just for you in the following areas: for catechetical leaders, for families, enrichment opportunities for your marriage, marriage and family activities, middle and high school events, ‘Vestigo’ retreats for youth, and variety of young adult events. Find all the details for events, activities, and information, visit www.evangelizeri.org.
