Weekly Adoration, Rosary, Evening Prayer and Benediction
CRANSTON — St. Paul Parish, One Saint Paul Place, invites all to join every Monday evening from 6 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. for Adoration, Rosary, Evening Prayer, and Benediction. Attendees are asked to use the handicap ramp entrance to the church. For more information, contact stpaulmusic02905@gmail.com or 401-497-3926.
4th Annual Clam Slam and Chowder Fest
CUMBERLAND — St. John Vianney Knights of Columbus Council #12312 will hold its 4th annual Clam Slam and Chowder Fest on Saturday, Aug. 29, after the 5 p.m. Mass in the church parking lot at 3587 Diamond Hill Rd. Food will be prepared fresh and provided by Mickey G’s Clam Shack, featuring clam cakes, red or white chowder, clam cake combos, chicken tenders, fries, soda, and water. Advance tickets may be purchased before and after all Masses on Aug. 22–23 or at the door. All proceeds benefit Knights of Columbus charities.
2026 Human Life Guild Award Nominations
PROVIDENCE — The Office of Life & Family Ministry is accepting nomination forms for the 2026 Human Life Guild Awards through Friday, Sept. 11. The awards are presented annually to outstanding Catholic individuals, from high school age to adults, who are “People of Life.” Award criteria and nomination forms are available at www.dioceseofprovidence.org/LIFE.
National Day of Remembrance
STATEWIDE — National Day of Remembrance Prayer Vigils, dedicated to prayerfully remembering all babies lost to abortion, miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant death, will take place on Saturday, Sept. 12, across three locations: St. Columba Cemetery, 465 Brown Lane, Middletown, at 9 a.m.; Gate of Heaven Cemetery, 550 Wampanoag Trail, East Providence, at 10 a.m.; and Resurrection Cemetery, 261 W. Wrentham Rd., Cumberland, at 12 p.m., with Bishop Bruce A. Lewandowski. More at www.dioceseofprovidence.org/LIFE.
35th Annual SPRED Mass and Picnic
BURRILLVILLE — St. Theresa of the Child Jesus Shrine, 35 Dion Drive, Nasonville, will host the 35th Annual SPRED Mass and Picnic on Saturday, Sept. 12, beginning at 11 a.m. Holy Mass will take place at 12 p.m. The deadline to RSVP is Thursday, Sept. 3. For more information or to RSVP, call the SPRED Office at 401-278-4578 or email irodriguez@dpvd.org.
‘Mozart for Mary’ 175th Anniversary Recital
WARREN — St. Mary of the Bay Church, 645 Main St., will celebrate its 175th anniversary with a special late-summer recital, “Mozart for Mary,” on Sunday, Sept. 13, at 3 p.m. The event features flutist Maria Mandico and The Stella Maris Ensemble performing a variety of selections by Mozart celebrating the church’s legacy. Tickets will be sold at the door on the day of the performance.
175th Anniversary Golf Outing
REHOBOTH, Mass. — St. Mary of the Bay Church will host its 175th Anniversary Golf Outing on Saturday, Sept. 26, at Hazelton Golf Club, 327 Summer St., featuring a 1:15 p.m. shotgun start. The event includes 18 holes of golf, a cart, dinner, and prizes, with a dinner-only option also available. Register online at StMaryoftheBay.org or contact Susan Rabideau at 401-297-8795.
Saint Patrick High School 50th Reunion
PROVIDENCE — The Saint Patrick High School class of 1976 will celebrate its 50th year reunion on Saturday, Oct. 17. Classmates who have not yet been contacted are encouraged to reach out to Lani (Brown) Baris at 401-480-4772 or Maureen (O'Donnell) Pinksaw at 401-864-8129 for further details.
The Third Annual Great Marian Procession
PROVIDENCE — St. Mary Church, 538 Broadway, will be the starting point for the Third Annual Great Marian Procession, led by Bishop Bruce A. Lewandowski, C.Ss.R., on Saturday, October 17, beginning at 9 a.m. The event will feature a procession to the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul for Holy Mass followed by fellowship in the lower Cathedral, and welcomes the participation of all Marian advocates, groups, parishes, and schools in the diocese. Register yourself or your group at www.dioceseofprovidence.org/gmpreg.
Holy Name of Jesus Giant Yard Sale and Parish Picnic
PROVIDENCE — Holy Name of Jesus Church, 99 Camp St., will host a Giant Yard Sale on Saturday, August 22, from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., followed by its Parish Picnic on Sunday, August 23, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. The event will feature bargain shopping, family fellowship, and food.
St. Thomas the Apostle Free Music
WARREN — St. Thomas the Apostle Church, 500 Metacom Ave., will host its final “Free Music Outside” event on Sunday, August 23, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. The event will feature a live performance on the lawn by Gary James Farias and an open kitchen.
St. Stanislaus Kostka Annual Polish Summer Feast
WOONSOCKET — St. Stanislaus Kostka Parish, 174 Harris Ave., will hold its annual Polish Summer Feast on Saturday, August 29, from 12 p.m. to 10 p.m. The event will feature traditional Polish and American food, home-baked pastries, Polish music for dancing, attic treasures, and children’s activities.
St. Joseph Annual Polish/American Family Festival
CENTRAL FALLS — St. Joseph Church, 391 High St., will hold its Annual Polish/American Family Festival on Friday, September 11, from 6 p.m. to midnight; Saturday, September 12, from 12 p.m. to midnight; and Sunday, September 13, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. The event will feature homemade Polish food, an American kitchen, DJ music, games, raffles, and a flea market.
Hope & Healing Grief Retreat Day for Perinatal and Child Loss
PROVIDENCE — St. Pius V Church, 240 Eaton St., will host a “Hope & Healing Retreat” on Saturday, September 26, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sponsored by the Office of Life and Family, the event will feature 8 a.m. Mass, refreshments, and lunch to accompany those grieving the loss of a child.
Day of Recollection
BRISTOL — Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 141 State St., will host a Day of Recollection on Saturday, October 3, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The day begins with 9 a.m. Mass followed by guest speakers Fr. John A. Kiley and Fr. Bob Mosher in the parish hall, alongside a light breakfast and lunch.
Rosary for Migrants with Bishop Bruce
CENTRAL FALLS — Fuerza Laboral, 6 Chases Lane, will be the gathering point for a Rosary of Migration with Bishop Bruce on Saturday, September 5, beginning at 11 a.m. Participants will walk together to the Wyatt Detention Center at 950 High St. to pray the Rosary on the public sidewalk from 11:15 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. before returning, with parishes, ministries, families, and individuals invited to participate. For more information, visit
dioceseofprovidence.org/rosary-of-migration. (Note: Future dates are set for Oct. 3 and Nov. 7 with Bishop Bruce, and Dec. 5).
Migrants Via Cruces (Stations of the Cross for Immigrants)
PROVIDENCE — St. Bartholomew Church, 305 Laurel Hill Ave., will host a special Stations of the Cross for Immigrants with Bishop Bruce Lewandowski on Tuesday, September 15, at 6:15 p.m. The event will feature prayers for immigrant brothers and sisters to ask Jesus for generous and compassionate hearts to welcome those seeking a better future. For more information contact James R. Jahnz, Catholic Charities and Social Ministry, at 401-278-2522 or Celso Vera, Office of Hispanic Ministry, at 401-278-2533.
40 Days for Life Fall Campaign Kickoff and Jericho Walk
PROVIDENCE — St. Patrick Church, 244 Smith St., will be the starting point for the 40 Days for Life Fall Campaign Kickoff and Jericho Walk on Saturday, September 19, beginning at 10 a.m. Held in cooperation with RI Right to Life, participants will walk to the Rhode Island State House and prayerfully encircle the perimeter three times for the protection of human life and the conversion of elected representatives. More at www.dioceseofprovidence.org/LIFE.
World Day of Migrants and Refugees Vigil
PROVIDENCE — St. Patrick Church, 244 Smith St., will host a candlelit prayer service in observance of the World Day of Migrants and Refugees on Friday, September 25, in the evening. The event will feature prayer and solidarity for migrants and refugees worldwide. For more information contact James R. Jahnz, Catholic Charities and Social Ministry, at 401-278-2522.
Traveling Rosary Congress
PROVIDENCE — Parishes throughout the Diocese of Providence will participate in the Traveling Eucharistic Rosary Congress from Saturday, October 3, to Friday, October 9. The event will feature seven days of around-the-clock Eucharistic Adoration and hourly Rosaries in response to Our Lady of Fatima’s call to conversion, consecration, and prayer.
‘Second Career’ Vocations Informational Meeting
PROVIDENCE — Our Lady of Providence Seminary, 485 Mt. Pleasant Ave., will host a “Second Career” Vocations Informational Meeting on Monday, October 5, at 5 p.m. The event will feature information and guidance for men interested in discerning a later-in-life call to the priesthood. For more information contact Fr. Ryan Simas at fathersimas@gmail.com or 401-331-1316. More at www.catholicpriest.com.
2026 Human Life Guild Day
PROVIDENCE — The Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul, 30 Fenner St., will host the 2026 Human Life Guild Day on Saturday, October 10, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event will feature a 9 a.m. Holy Mass celebrated by Bishop Bruce A. Lewandowski, C.Ss.R., followed by the 2026 Human Life Guild Awards, brunch, and a presentation on bioethics by Rev. Tadeusz Pacholczyk, Ph.D. Advanced registration required, find more at www.dioceseofprovidence.org/LIFE.
St. Andrew Discernment Dinner with Bishop Lewandowski
PROVIDENCE — The Diocese of Providence Office of Vocations will host the St. Andrew Discernment Dinner with Bishop Bruce A. Lewandowski, C.Ss.R., on Friday, November 6, at 6 p.m. The event will feature an evening of fellowship for young men high school-aged and up to learn more about a vocation to the priesthood.
Serra Club Meeting
PROVIDENCE — Our Lady of Providence Seminary, 485 Mt. Pleasant Ave., will host the Serra Club meeting on Monday, November 23, from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. The event will feature prayer for vocations, information about the Serra Club’s mission to support the priesthood and religious life, and inquiries for membership. (Note: Future meeting dates are set for Jan. 11, March 8, and May 24). For more information contact Fr. Ryan Simas at fathersimas@gmail.com or 401-331-1316. More at www.catholicpriest.com.
