Posts Tagged ‘Diocese of Providence’
Solemn Mass of Installation for new Bishop of Providence. Ceremonial features, reception.
A Solemn Mass of Installation for His Excellency Most Reverend Bruce A. Lewandowski, C.Ss.R. as the Tenth Bishop of Providence will be held on Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 2 pm at the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul, in downtown Providence. A Solemn Mass of Installation will be celebrated welcoming His Excellency, Most Reverend Bruce…
Read MoreNew: Pope Francis appoints 10th Bishop of Providence – Most Rev. Bruce Alan Lewandowski
The Holy Father, Pope Francis, has appointed Most Reverend Bruce Alan Lewandowski, C.Ss.R., as the tenth Bishop of Providence. Bishop Lewandowski is currently serving as an Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Baltimore. He is 57 years old. The changes were publicized today in Washington, D.C. by Cardinal Christophe Pierre, Apostolic Nuncio to the United…
Read MoreA’Vant-Deishinni, at St. Martin de Porres, a shining light of Christ to RI seniors – Rhode Island Catholic
Executive Director of St. Martin de Porres Center honored for outstanding contributions to community By Jennifer Barton, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent – Photo, top: Laura Kilgus Linda A’Vant-Deishinni has a deep love for her community, and it shines through in her life’s work.And she has an impressive biography, currently serving as executive director of the…
Read MoreHomeless in RI: Providence Diocese and DaVinci Center expand to meet the crisis
After the two City Councilors, Roias and Sanchez, spontaneously opened the Chambers at Providence City Hall, much to the opposition by Mayor Smiley, night two was moved to the DaVinci Center, on Charles Street, in Providence. Transportation was provided for those from Kennedy Plaza who could not get there otherwise. Volunteers arrived with food, clothing,…
Read MoreCatholic controversy erupts for Salve Regina U, “sole host” of event for pro-choice Tim Walz
All week the media tried to find out where the fundraising event would be held in Rhode Island for vice president candidate, Tim Walz. Initially planned for Belcourt Castle, a new location was needed for undisclosed reasons. It was then narrowed down to CCRI in Newport or Salve Regina University in Newport. Last night, Ochre…
Read MoreHomeless in RI: Winging the data. Who got shelter after encampments removed? All, some, none…
On Monday, RINewsToday published a regular monthly update on the homelessness situation in Rhode Island: Homeless in RI: Street Sights news by, for homeless, pallets, Diocese walks hand-in-hand. In that report we provided information on the homeless encampments that were notified by the city of Providence that they had to leave, and what happened to…
Read MoreHomeless in RI: Street Sights news by, for homeless, pallets, Diocese walks hand-in-hand
Providence Homeless Encampments With opposition in the background, the City of Providence received complaints about at least 3 encampments and city authorities served those living there that they had to leave. They were granted at least one extension, and on the final day any items left in the encampments were gathered and removed by city…
Read MoreFor Alzheimer’s caregivers: 9-agency Open House at Warwick Memory Care Center
Open House for Alzheimer’s Caregivers at Warwick Memory Care Center, Saturday, April 6 Caregivers, healthcare providers and community members are invited to visit and learn about the resources available to address memory loss from conditions like Alzheimer’s disease and other disorders. What: Memory Care Center Open House When: Saturday, April 6 from 10 am to 2 pm Where: Saint Elizabeth…
Read MoreCatholic Schools Week: academic, artistic, spiritual and social education. Open Houses
by Bishop Richard G. Henning, Bishop, Diocese of Providence “In November, I had the opportunity to attend a meeting with Governor Daniel McKee and his staff concerning his Learn365RI initiative. The Governor explained his deep concern for the young people of our state and outlined the post-Covid challenges for education. While I was aware of…
Read MoreSt. Vincent de Paul ‘Grab and Go Meals’ a lifeline in the Coventry community
By Jennifer Barton, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent Reprinted from The Rhode Island Catholic with permission Photo: top – The St. Vincent de Paul chapter at Our Lady of Czestochowa Parish in Coventry serves about 100 Grab and Go take-out meals each week for anyone in the community in need. The meals are prepared by a…
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