Posts Tagged ‘Diocese of Providence’
St. Alexander Parish, Warren, merges into St. Mary of the Bay Parish, Warren
At the request of the pastor/administrator, trustees, and finance councils of the two parishes, and after consulting the diocesan College of Consultors, Most Rev. Richard G. Henning, D.D., S.T.D., Bishop of Providence, has approved the request to merge St. Alexander Parish into St. Mary of the Bay Parish, both in Warren, effective July 7, 2023.…
Read MoreHomeless in RI: Pawtucket highway encampment vacated with help, area cleaned, services readied
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Read MoreDiocese steps into center of circle to Rhode Islanders in need, where it’s always been
Dispensing charity – Serving those in need – Advocating for justice Every winter, they are there for people in Rhode Island. This year, the use of their homeless shelter for men, Emmanuel House, has positioned the Diocese of Providence at the forefront of social services to those in need. Somewhat off the grid, and not…
Read MoreCatholic Charity Appeal exceeds goal. $6.8Million for human services, homeless, immigration, new/pregnant moms programs
The Diocese of Providence’s annual Catholic Charity Appeal exceeded 100% of its goal, surpassing $6.8 million in pledges and one-time gifts. More than 19,300 people donated. The average gift was $338, an increase from $315 in 2021’s appeal. The Catholic Charity Appeal is the primary source of funding for the charitable ministries and work of…
Read MoreBishop Tobin expands Saint Gabriel’s Call programs for pregnant, new mothers
Most Rev. Thomas J. Tobin, Bishop of Providence, announced a commitment to double the assistance provided to pregnant and new mothers as well as their children through the Saint Gabriel’s Call ministry. “Increased economic stress brought on by the higher cost of basic groceries, supply-chain issues, rising fuel prices, and the unavailability of needed baby…
Read MoreBishop Tobin: Rhode Island Catholic leaders need to be in a “state of grace” to receive Communion. “Fully supports statement” to Speaker Pelosi
by Nancy Thomas The Roman Catholic Bishop of the Diocese of Providence, Bishop Thomas Tobin responded to our request for the church’s guidance to local Catholic politicians about receiving communion if they are pro-abortion in their public platforms. Last week the Archbishop of San Francisco issued a letter to US Speaker of the House Nancy…
Read MoreCardinal Timothy M. Dolan, Archbishop of New York to speak at Providence Cathedral
Cardinal Timothy Dolan to speak at Cathedral in Providence, Rhode Island.
Read MoreDiocese of Providence announces new Superintendent of Catholic Schools
Following an extensive, nationwide search, Most Rev. Thomas J. Tobin, Bishop of Providence, has appointed Dr. James Power as Superintendent of Catholic Schools for the Diocese of Providence. “I am confident Dr. Power will serve exceptionally well in leading our schools to continue their academic excellence, in calling the students to a life of generous service,…
Read MoreCatholic School Week – interest high into parochial schools
Catholic Schools Week starts today and runs, as scheduled now, until February 5. Given the weather situation, dates and times may change of already scheduled open houses and events, some of which are today. If you’ve wondered about a Catholic school education, this could be the time to take a look. With the pandemic, there…
Read MoreDiocese of Providence announces closure and merger of Woonsocket churches
Due to a steady decline in the number of parishioners and sacramental activity resulting in a lack of parish community life; in response to the request of the pastor/administrator, trustees, and finance councils of both parishes; and after consulting with the diocesan College of Consultors, and the Council of Priests, Most Rev. Thomas J. Tobin,…
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