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The Gregorian Concert Choir and Festival Orchestra will present a Concert entitled “The Sounds of the Season” at the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul in Providence on Sunday, November 30 at 3 p.m. The Concert, featuring the music of Advent and Christmas, will benefit the Diocese of Providence “Keep the Heat On” Challenge which assists poor and low income families with utility expenses. Tickets for the Concert may be purchased by calling the Cathedral office at 401-331-2434. Tickets will also be available at the door on the day of the Concert.

Throughout salvation history, God answers the cries of the poor and shares in their suffering. His response is always a saving and healing act. In the World Day of the Poor, we join God in responding to the poor and ensuring our brothers and sisters in need do not feel alone or abandoned.

Adoration is a quiet time spent in prayer before Jesus present in the Eucharist. Join us Sundays from noon to 1 p.m. in the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul, Providence. This Holy Hour will be offered for the Jubilee Year and Vocations to the priesthood and Religious Life in our Diocese. All are welcome! (Photo: RI Catholic)

PROVIDENCE—Most Reverend Bruce A. Lewandowski, C.Ss.R., Bishop of Providence, has appointed Melissa Behm as Diocesan Director of Development and the Catholic Charity Appeal. She has been serving as Assistant Director of Stewardship and Development since 2023, with a primary focus on the Catholic Charity Appeal.

Most Reverend Bruce A. Lewandowski, C.Ss.R., Bishop of Providence, has appointed Timothy McCaig as Executive Director of the Catholic Foundation of Rhode Island (CFRI) as well as Consultant for Diocesan Development. McCaig will lead the non-profit foundation which stewards endowed funds for the long-term stability of charitable, religious, and educational institutions within the Catholic Church in Rhode Island. One of the largest Catholic foundations in the country, CFRI has more than $159 million in assets under management.

A collection to support the Catholic Campaign for Human Development will be taken up in all parishes across the diocese this weekend. (Image: CCHD)

PROVIDENCE — Since arriving in Rhode Island, Bishop Bruce A. Lewandowski, C.Ss.R. has spoken openly about the need to review the strength, viability, and long-term plans of parishes across the Diocese of Providence. Strong, vibrant, and well-resourced parishes are needed to further the Church’s mission of living and sharing the Gospel. This continues the work that his predecessors began during their tenures as bishops.

By Anthony Carpinello, CCCE, CCE, Director of Cemeteries, Diocese of Providence - Special to Rhode Island Catholic - Over the years there has been much confusion about cremation in the Catholic Church....

By Erik Scalavino, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent - WARWICK — Philosophically speaking, the only actual difference between a blessing and a curse is our perspective. The lens and filter through which we choose to view our reality. (PHOTO: ERIK SCALAVINO)

On Thursday, Oct. 9, boys and girls cross country teams traveled to Slater Park in Pawtucket to compete in the Catholic Athletic League State Championship. Click for scores and more photos. (PHOTO: CHRIS JENKINS)

Honoring those who served.

Today we honor all our military veterans, all who have served in the United States Armed Forces.

In this Jubilee of Hope year, the Holy Father extends a heartfelt invitation to young people everywhere - to come together in faith, to be seen, heard, and valued! Watch Pope Leo’s Digital Visit to the United States live from the National Catholic Youth Conference on Friday, November 21 at 10:15 am ET via the Livestream anywhere EWTN is found! Click to view this historic event! (Photo: Rick Snizek)

By Laura Kilgus, Associate Editor - MANVILLE — Sister Linsa Neendukunnel, a sister of the Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, who for the past 7 years has been living and ministering at St. James Parish, grew up in a family environment so deeply rooted in the Catholic faith that her path to religious life seemed almost preordained. Her story is a testament to the power of a prayer in childhood, where daily Mass, time before the Blessed Sacrament, and evening family Rosary were the unwavering rhythms of daily life in her hometown of Kerala, India. (PHOTO COURTESY OF SISTER LINSA NEENDUKUNNEL)

The Chancery Office Building will be closed November 11 in observance of Veterans Day. 

By Erik Scalavino, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent - NORTH PROVIDENCE — In the land of the so-called “Midnight Sun,” where it shines continuously throughout most of summertime, powerful darkness can still overwhelm. Darkness of the spirit and of the mind, which can rob its unsuspecting or ill-equipped victims of hope, of happiness, of sanity ... if we allow it. (PHOTO COURTESY OF FATHER T.J. VARGHESE)

By Father Denis Nakkeeran - At the end of His time on earth, Jesus leaves His disciples with the following words: “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age” (Mt 28:19-20).

By Bishop Bruce A. Lewandowski, C.Ss.R. - How do I know if God is calling me? One simple answer is prayer. Prayer opens the heart to God. Open your heart to God in prayer and you will not only find that God loves you, but that God is interested in you and wants to be involved in your life. Experiencing God’s love, we can respond in love. (PHOTO: RICK SNIZEK)

PROVIDENCE — Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel: The Exhibition®, the renowned touring exhibition that has welcomed over 3 million visitors worldwide, is making its Rhode Island debut. Now open at Warwick Mall, the exhibition offers an extraordinary opportunity to view Michelangelo’s iconic frescoes up close, at life-size scale—right in the heart of Rhode Island.(PHOTO: LAURA KILGUS)

By Cole DeSantis, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent - PROVIDENCE— The Diocese of Providence hosted a wedding anniversary celebration at the Cathedral of SS. Peter and Paul Sunday, Oct. 26. The day’s events for couples commemorating milestone anniversaries began with Mass celebrated by Bishop Bruce A. Lewandowski, C.Ss.R., which included a renewal of marriage vows. (PHOTO: ANDRZEJ SKONIECZNY)