Eucharistic Revival opens in the diocese
GREENVILLE — In celebration of the Eucharistic Revival taking place in the diocese and around the U.S., a Holy Hour will be held at Saint Philip Church on October 7 at 7 p.m. The evening will include prayer of the Rosary as well as Solemn Sung Vespers, ending with Benediction. The National Eucharistic Revival is a movement to restore understanding and devotion to this great mystery. Jesus needs each one of us to be his hands and feet throughout this Eucharistic Revival. More at dioceseofprovidence.org/revival.
Family Rosary Festival
NORTH EASTON, Mass. — A Family Rosary Festival will be held on Friday, Oct. 7, at 6 p.m., at the Father Peyton Center home of The Museum of Family Prayer, 518 Washington St., N. Easton, Mass. There will be a candlelight procession and Rosary prayer, as well as fall refreshments of cider and donuts. For more information visit MuseumOfFamilyPrayer.org.
Faith and Blue
NORTH PROVIDENCE — A National Faith & Blue event will be held locally on Oct. 8, from 12 – 2 p.m., at North Providence High School. This event is planned by Mary Mother of Mankind Church and the North Providence Police, Transformation of Worship Center, CVS Pharmacy, RI Health and Wellness and Tri-Town Community Action. The initiative aims to recalibrate police-community relations through solutions-focused, in-person, socially distanced and/or virtual activities that are organized jointly by faith-based or other community groups and law enforcement agencies.
Public Square Rosary in Providence
PROVIDENCE — A Public Square Rosary Crusade Rally will be held on Saturday, Oct. 15, at noon, rain or shine at St. Pius V Church in front of the Blessed Mother Statue on the Roslyn Avenue side of St. Pius V Church. Bring family and friends. Refreshments following. This is one of many events offered in October to honor the Blessed Mother. For more information, email Donna at dchristy1214@gmail.com.
Public Square Rosary in Cranston
CRANSTON — Join the Knights of Columbus of the Rev. Richard A. Donnelly Council #322 for the 105th anniversary of the Miracle at Fatima’s Public Square Rosary Rally, to be held on Saturday, Oct. 15, at noon, at St. Mark Church’s Gazebo, 31 Poplar Drive. Come rain or shine in celebrating Our Lady and the Holy Rosary to help guide the Nation during these difficult times.
Annual Walk for Life
WESTERLY — St. Pius X Church, 45 Elm St., will host its annual Walk for Life, “Witness to the powerful sanctity of human life,” on Sunday, Oct. 16, beginning at noon. Gather at St. Pius X Church for a one-mile walk, which will include a brief prayer service at the Tomb of the Unborn at St. Sebastian’s Cemetery. For those unable to walk and/or would prefer to pray in silence there will be Eucharistic Adoration at noon, ending with Benediction. A collation will be held outside (weather permitting). Children are most welcome to walk and pray. For more information, please email SPX Respect Life: spxreslife@gmail.com or call the rectory at 401-596-2535 ext. 2.
Lectio: Mary, Unveiling Scripture and Tradition
PROVIDENCE — Why is Mary so important to Catholics, and why have so many people been devoted to her over the centuries? Dr. Brant Pitre examines what Scripture, the life of Christ, and the early Church reveal about Mary. Join St. Pius V Parish in watching the series in Caffe Lepanto, St. Pius V Church, 240 Eaton St., Providence, 12:45 p.m. Dates: October 19, 26, November 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 & December 7. For more information, contact Dan O’Grady, 401-871-7381.
Professor to speak on Mary at St. Pius V
PROVIDENCE — On Wednesday, Oct. 19, 7 p.m., St. Pius V will welcome Dr. Daria Spezzano, associate professor of Theology at Providence College, to speak in Caffe Lepanto. Dr. Spezzano’s presentation is titled “Keeping the Word with Mary, the Mother of God.” All are welcome; refreshments will be provided. For more information, email Donna at dchristy1214@gmail.com.
Take-Out Thursday to benefit parish social outreach ministry
BARRINGTON — The original Take-Out Thursday, a charity food sale and popular East Bay attraction, will return to Holy Angels Church on October 20. A carryout menu offering options of kid's mac and cheese, hearty minestrone soup, three-cheese lasagna, and classic meat and cheese lasagna, as well as a slice of pumpkin swirl cake for dessert is available. Ordering is open for a limited time, while supplies last, and proceeds will benefit the efforts of the Holy Angels Social Outreach Ministry, whose mission is to provide for those in need. For more information, please call or text Judy at 401-465-8439 or Barbara at 401-249-1104 or visit HolyAngelsChurchRI.org.
Saint Jude Triduum
PROVIDENCE — Saint Agnes Church, 351 Branch Ave., will hold a Mass and Novena for three evenings in honor of Saint Jude beginning at 6 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 23, followed by Monday, Oct. 24, and Tuesday, Oct. 25, at 6 p.m. The theme of the St. Jude Triduum is “Renewing Our Spirituality: 12 Celtic Spiritual Practices that Celebrate God in the World.” A reception and raffle drawing will follow Mass on the last evening of the St. Jude Triduum.
Fall Dance
WARREN — St. Thomas the Apostle Church, 500 Metacom Ave., will host a Fall Dance on Oct. 22, beginning at 5:30 p.m. Music will be provided by The Goat Roper Band. Admission fee includes pastry, coffee and tea. Kitchen will be open selling sandwiches, pizza, favas and chourico and soft drinks, or you may bring your own food and drinks. Tickets will be sold for a raffle with prizes and gift cards, and a 50/50 split the pot. There will also be a silent auction. For more information, call 401-263-3594.
Annual Harvest Festival
TIVERTON — Holy Ghost Catholic Church, 316 Judson St., will hold its annual Harvest Festival on Saturday, Oct. 22, from 9:30 a.m. – 7 p.m., and Sunday, Oct. 23, from 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. The festival includes a “Treats and Sweets” table, themed gift baskets, handmade items, raffles, books and CDs and a kitchen serving a variety of foods. For more information, visit www.holyghostcc.org.
World Mission Sunday
PROVIDENCE — On Sunday, Oct. 23, join Catholics around the world for the celebration of World Mission Sunday. We are called to offer our prayers and financial help for the Church’s Missionary work in Asia, Africa, the Pacific Islands and parts of Latin America and Europe. Please be generous in next week’s collection for the Society for the Propagation of the Faith for the Missions. For more information, visit www.usccb.org/events/2022/world-mission-sunday.
New Bible Study planned at St. Pius V
PROVIDENCE — A four-week bible study will meet in the Caffe Lepanto at St. Pius V on Thursday mornings beginning Oct. 27, from 10 – 11:30 a.m. The presenter is Christine Rubinstein, a retired Christian psychotherapist, amateur Bible student, and convert to the Catholic Church. The next meeting will review Gideon: Four Keys to Living Courageously (Judges 6-8).
Magnificat Ministry plans breakfast
GREENVILLE — Magnificat, an International Women’s Ministry, will hold its next breakfast on Saturday, Nov. 5, from 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., at St. Philip Parish Center. The guest speaker will be Diane Costantino. For reservations and further information contact Linda Gatta at 401-864-7731.
Saint Francis of Assisi Church Bazaar
WAKEFIELD — Saint Francis of Assisi Church will hold a Bazaar on Nov. 5, from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., in the Father Greenan Hall. This event includes more than 15 craft and vendor tables, a silent auction, bake sale, and a cafe for drinks and a lunch menu. Crafters include pottery, jewelry, cards, ornaments, small paintings, knitting, candles, coastal decorations and more.
140th anniversary Celebration at Holy Name of Jesus Parish
PROVIDENCE — Holy Name of Jesus Church will soon celebrate its 140th anniversary. What is your Holy Name connection: Baptism, First Communion, wedding, alumni or parishioner? Celebrate together at the Riviera Restaurant, East Providence, Sunday, Nov. 13, 6-9 p.m. with dinner, live music, silent auction and raffle. Please call the rectory for ticket information, 401-272-4515 or email holyname140@gmail.com. All proceeds will benefit the new parish hall on Camp Street.
Gregorian Concert Choir seeking singers for new season
PROVIDENCE — The Gregorian Concert Choir is seeking singers for the 2022-2023 season. For further information please contact Msgr. Anthony Mancini at the Cathedral office at 401-331-2434.
World Youth Day 2023
PROVIDENCE — The Diocese of Providence is organizing a pilgrimage to World Youth Day in Lisbon from July 26 – August 7, 2023, led by Deacon Timothy Flanigan, M.D., and Father Joseph Brice. The pilgrimage will include two days in the Azores and two days at Fatima, joining Pope Francis for the celebration and sharing the faith. For more information, contact smulholland@stpatsri.org.
