Parish to host Dance of the Decades
NORTH KINGSTOWN — St. Francis de Sales Church, 381 School St., is sponsoring Dance of the Decades. The parish will host a dance party on Saturday, August 27 from 7 - 11 p.m. in the parish center, with appetizers and desserts. A DJ and the Ed Pepe Trio will be playing music from the 40s thru the 80s; song requests will be accepted. There will be line dancing, dance contests and prizes for the best era dressed attendees. Drinks will be available for purchase along with old style root beer floats. Even if you do not want to dance the night away, come be with friends and enjoy the music. For more information or to purchase tickets, please call the parish office at 884-2105.
St. Theresa's Shrine celebrates the Canonization Day of Mother Teresa
HARRISVILLE — St. Theresa's Shrine, 35 Dion Drive, will celebrate the Canonization Day of Mother Teresa, Sunday, September 4. Holy Mass will be celebrated at 11:30 am with Bishop Louis Gelineau as the main celebrant, an outdoor procession "Come Be My Light" will follow. The presentation of a Donor Memorial Plaque in honor of Dr. Satya Reddy. Sandwiches and salads will be provided as you view film coverage of Mother Teresa. All are invited.
Rosary for Life to be held in memory of fallen police officers
CHARLESTOWN — St. James Chapel, Matunuck School House Road, will host a rosary in memory of all fallen police officers and the continued safety of all law enforcement on Sunday, Aug. 28 at 11:30 a.m. under the tent. Light refreshments to follow. All are welcome.
Pilgrimage for people with disabilities to the Cathedral’s Holy Doors
PROVIDENCE — Bishop Thomas J. Tobin invites all people with disabilities to the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul on September 28, to honor them and their families and friends. There will be a procession through the Cathedral’s Holy Doors, prayer and a special blessing from the bishop. A collation will follow. Wheelchairs accessible.
St. Francis Xavier Church to host ‘Walk Concert’
EAST PROVIDENCE — All are invited to a “Walk Concert” at St. Francis Xavier Church, 81 North Carpenter St., on Saturday, Sept. 17, from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Join Father Scott Pontes and Ruth Hughes and many more Certified Walk Leaders who will lead a 2-mile walk to hit faith music. In case of bad weather the walk will take place in Rego Auditorium – same location. There will be many prizes and raffles going on throughout the morning. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/walkingpadre.
‘Thérèse: The Story of a Soul’ - a live, one-woman show to be performed at McVinney Auditorium
PROVIDENCE — The Diocese of Providence is sponsoring "Thérèse: The Story of a Soul," a live, one-woman stage performance on Saturday, Oct. 1, at 7 p.m. in McVinney Auditorium, 43 Dave Gavitt Way. The performance will be a face-to-face encounter with Saint Thérèse of Lisieux, a most beloved saint of modern times. In this one-woman performance, Thérèse speaks directly to the audience, with humor, grace and humility. This drama is suited for all audiences. Tickets on sale now at www.mcvinneyauditorium.org. For more information contact info@mcvinnyauditorium.org or 401.278.4575.
Mass for those in recovery to be celebrated
WEST WARWICK — In cooperation with the Providence Diocese of St. Matthias Recovery Ministry, the next quarterly Mass for those in recovery on the West Bay will be at St. Mary’s Church, 68 Church St., on Sunday August 28, at 5 p.m. This Mass focuses on recovery from alcoholism, addiction, as well as mental/emotional distress and anxiety. Those struggling with addiction and alcoholism, the families of those in recovery, parishioners of St. Mary’s and the entire community are invited to attend. These Masses will continue to be celebrated each quarter and attending also satisfies your Sunday obligation. There will also be an opportunity to receive the Sacrament of the Sick during the service. All are welcome. Members and families of the recovery community should contact Deacon John Silvia (deaconjohn@jsilvia.com) to serve and participate as lectors, servers, extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion and greeters.
St. Ambrose Church to host annual clambake
ALBION — St. Ambrose Church, 191 School St. will hold its annual clambake on Sunday, Sept. 11 on the church grounds from noon until 5 p.m. There will be clamcakes, chowder, dynamites, hot dogs, hamburgers and more. The event will also feature games for adults and children, raffles, music and more. For more information call 401-333-1568.
St. Joseph annual Polish Festival scheduled
CENTRAL FALLS — St. Joseph Church 391 High St., will hold its annual Polish Festival, Friday, Sept. 9, 6 p.m. – midnight; Saturday, Sept. 10, 6 p.m. – midnight, and Sunday, Sept. 11, noon – 6 p.m. The festival will include delicious Polish and American food, games of chance, children’s entertainment, and music: Friday - DJ Michael, Saturday - Rhythm Band & Sunday by DJ Zaba. Admission is free. All are welcome.
St. Stanislaus Kostka Parish to host ‘Polkabration’
WOONSOCKET — St. Stanislaus Kostka Church, 174 Harris Ave., will hold its annual Polish Festival “Polkabration” on Saturday, Aug. 27 from noon to 10 p.m. The festival will include delicious Polish and American food, games of chance, children’s entertainment and live music. Admission is free and all are invited.
St. Benedict annual Fall Flea Market
WARWICK — St. Benedict Church, 70 Transit St., will host their annual Fall Flea Market on Saturday, Sept. 10, from 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. And Sunday, Sept. 11 from 8 a.m. to noon. The event is indoor, rain or shine and is handicapped accessible. There will be many items to choose from furniture, toys, dvd's, collectibles and more. The kitchen will be open for light breakfast, snacks and lunch featuring meatball sandwiches, sausage and peppers and St. Benedict's famous hot weiners.
St. Margaret Parish to host wine tasting event
EAST PROVIDENCE — St. Margaret Parish will host a wine tasting event on Saturday, Sept. 10, from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at St. Margaret School Hall, 42 Bishop Ave. Sample wines selected by Gasbarro’s Wines on Federal Hill and a selection of hors d’oeuvres will be provided by Avenue N of Rumford. Please contact the parish office to make reservation contact Office-stmargaretchurch@cox.net or call 401-438- 3230. All proceeds benefit the parish
St. Brigid to host Mass with anointing of the sick
JOHNSTON — The Prayer Shawl Ministry of St. Brigid's Church, 1231 Plainfield St., will sponsoring their quarterly Mass offering the Sacrament of the Sick on Saturday, Sept. 10 at 11 a.m. Anyone preparing for surgery, suffering from a chronic illness, elderly, or experiencing spiritual and emotional pain is invited to come and pray for healing. Prayer Shawls made by the Prayer Shawl Ministry of the Parish and blessed by Father Robert Rochon will be distributed upon request.
St. George Maronite Church to host annual Lebanese Festival
CRANSTON — St. George Maronite Church, 1493 Cranston St., will host their annual Lebanese Festival on Friday, Sept. 16, from 4 – 11 p.m.; Saturday, Sept. 17, from noon – 11 p.m.; and Sunday, September 18, from 11:30 a.m. – 7 p.m. There will be a variety of raffles, Middle Eastern food and drinks, children’s games and activities, live Arabic entertainment and music. For more information, call 723-8444 or visit www.stgeorgemaronitecatholicchurch.com.
Spend time with God's loving mercy at Silent Retreat Weekend
PUTNAM, Conn. — Called By Name Ministry is offering an Ignatian Guided Silent Retreat Weekend: Opening Wide Our Hearts to God's Mercy from September 30 - October 2 at Immaculate Conception Spiritual Renewal Center in Putnam, Conn. For more information and to register call: Deborah Notarianni at 401-742-7637 or visit www.calledbynameministry.com.
Healing service with Father Pat
WEST WARWICK — Father Andre Patenaude, “Father Pat” of National Shrine of Our Lady of LaSalette, will be conducting a healing service at Our Lady of Good Counsel Church, Pleasant Street, on Tuesday, Sept. 13 at 7 p.m. All are invited. For more information, call 821-8042.
Our Lady of Grace to celebrate 120th Feast
JOHNSTON — Our Lady of Grace Church, George Waterman Road, will hold the 120th celebration of their patronal Feast of La Madonna della Difesa on Thursday, Sept. 8, from 5-9 p.m., when discounted ride tickets will be available for purchase; Friday, Sept. 9, from 5 – 11 p.m., with “Ambrosiani” playing from 7 – 10 p.m.; Saturday, Sept. 10, from 5 – 11 p.m., with “Brother to Brother” playing from 6:30 – 10:30 p.m.; and Sunday, Sept. 11, Mass and procession at 10:30 a.m. and feast runs from noon until 8 p.m. with “Steve Cass and the Calamari Brothers” from noon – 4 p.m., and Vini Ames from 4 – 8 p.m. There will be daily food specials including tripe and soffritto, fish and chips, calamari, arancini, lasagna and many more Italian specialty foods. There will be many raffles, prizes and specialty booths. Patriot Cheerleaders and mascot “Pat” will be singing posters and posing for pictures on Sunday, from 2- 4 p.m. The event is free admission and held rain or shine.
Mass for the deaf, hard of hearing
PROVIDENCE — The diocesan Ministry for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing has announced the following Masses: St. Charles Borromeo, Woonsocket, 9 a.m., held on the first Sunday of every month; St. Jean Baptiste, Warren, 9 a.m., every Sunday; Christ the King, South Kingston, 11 a.m. (11:35 a.m. after Labor Day) held on the second Sunday of every month; St. Michael’s, Providence, 9:30 a.m., lower hall, held on the third Sunday of every month. For more information, call 278-4578.
National Day of Remembrance for children
RIVERSIDE — On Saturday, September 10 at 10 a.m., Gate of Heaven Cemetery, 550 Wampanoag Trail, Baby Land – Angel Statue, the Office of Life & Family Ministry will participate in a National Day of Remembrance for aborted children and all babies who have died due to miscarriage, stillbirth and illness. On this day Americans all across the nation will honor the memory of the more than 55 million unborn victims of abortion, and will pray for all who have been touched by abortion, as well as for all doctors, nurses and clinic staff involved with abortion. Rosary and prayers will be recited at the memorial service. The community is invited to this national event to ensure unborn babies and all babies that have experienced and early death, born and unborn, will not be forgotten. For more information, call Carol Owens at 421-7833.218 or email cowens@dioceseofprovidence.org.
Holy Angels Church to host Ham and Bean Dinner
BARRINGTON — Holy Angels Church welcomes all to a traditional Ham and Bean Dinner held in the church hall, 341 Maple Ave, on Thursday, September 15 from 5 to 7 p.m. Baked ham and beans, potato salad, coleslaw, and cornbread will be offered for dine-in or take-out, along with soda, hot coffee and dessert. Tickets are available through Friday, September 9. Please call the Parish Office at 245-7743.
St. Patrick Church to offer a night of prayer and healing
PROVIDENCE — A night of prayer and healing, hosted by Barbara Wright, will take place on Thursday, Sept. 1, at 7:30 p.m. at St. Patrick Church, 244 Smith St., in the downstairs gym. All are welcome.
Our Lady of Fatima to sponsor annual Motorcycle Run
CUMBERLAND — The youth ministry of Our Lady of Fatima Church, 1 Fatima Drive, is having the second annual Motorcycle Run on September 3. Proceeds from this event will benefit the youth group purchase a defibrillator for the parish. Registration starts 9 a.m., and the ride leaves at 10:30 a.m. from the rear parking lot. Following the 2 hour ride, everyone will return to the parish for food. Ticket includes food after the ride and T-shirt. Drinks will be available for purchase.
