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FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2024
FRIDAY AFTER ASH WEDNESDAY
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Your Weekly Catholic Roundup of News & Inspiration | | |
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Pope Francis appoints Providence Priest, Father James T. Ruggieri, Bishop of Portland, Maine
RHODE ISLAND CATHOLIC
PROVIDENCE — The Holy Father, Pope Francis, has appointed Father James T. Ruggieri, a priest of the Diocese of Providence, as Bishop of Portland (Maine). Since 2003, Bishop-Elect Ruggieri has served as Pastor of Saint Patrick Parish, Providence, and since 2020 also served as pastor of Saint Michael the Archangel Parish, Providence. He is also the founding pastor of St. Patrick’s Academy, Providence.
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Fostering Faith and Eucharistic Devotion: An Interview with Father Joseph Upton
RHODE ISLAND CATHOLIC
By Daniel McQuillan, Correspondent
The Rhode Island Catholic continues its series on the Eucharist for the second phase of the National Eucharistic Revival, speaking with Father Joseph Upton, pastor of St. Mary of the Bay Church and St. Alexander Church in Warren.
What are your first memories of the Eucharist?
My first memories of the Eucharist came well before my first Holy Communion...
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Pope: During Lent, leave appearances aside and listen to God
CATHOLIC NEWS SERVICE
By Justin McLellan
Pope Francis began Lent by telling Christians to ensure their relationship with God "is not reduced to mere outward show."
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We’ll Be Killed’: Ukrainian Catholic Church Faces ‘Eradication’ If Russia Wins, Archbishop Warns
OSV NEWS
By Gina Christian
PHILADELPHIA OSV News) — As Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine reaches the two-year mark Feb. 24, OSV News sat down with Metropolitan Archbishop Borys A. Gudziak of the Ukrainian Catholic Archeparchy of Philadelphia, recently returned from his latest visit to Ukraine, for his insights on the war.
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Vatican marks first Feast of Coptic Martyrs
VATICAN NEWS
By Joseph Tulloch
VATICAN - Nine years ago, twenty-one Coptic men were executed by ISIS on a beach in Libya. Now, for the first time, their feast day has been observed by the Catholic Church.
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The Lenten Season
This year, Lent began on February 14 as we observed Ash Wednesday. It continues through the afternoon of Holy Thursday, March 28, and ends as we begin the Sacred Paschal Triduum with the Evening Mass of the Lord’s Supper.
In a particular way during Lent, we are asked to devote ourselves to the spiritual and corporal works of mercy that "remind us that faith finds expression in concrete everyday actions meant to help our neighbors in body and spirit." Pope Francis reminds us, "God's mercy transforms human hearts; it enables us, through the experience of a faithful love, to become merciful in turn."
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SAVE THE DATES!
Lenten Parish Mission: "The Cross of Christ, Our Hope and Salvation"
Lenten Reflections on Redemptive Suffering
Monday - Wednesday, March 11 through 13
Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul, Providence
Offered each evening:
- 6-6:45 p.m. Confessions
- 7 p.m. Holy Mass
Schedule and topics
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SAVE THE DATE! BRING THE WHOLE FAMILY!
McVinney Presents:
The Vigil Project
Tuesday, March 12 at 7 p.m.
McVinney Auditorium, 43 Dave Gavitt Way, Providence
Elevate your Lent with the Vigil Project, a collective of musical artists dedicated to leading people to an encounter with God through music. This group of internationally known musicians are featured on the Hallow app and are set to perform at the 2024 National Eucharistic Congress. An inspiring concert for your Lenten journey. This family-friendly concert is free to attend - free will donations accepted.
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Have a listen to the Vigil Project just below!
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TICKETS ON SALE NOW!
Diocesan Faith Formation Convocation!
Sat., March 16
Bryant University, 1150 Douglas Pike, Smithfield
All Catholic adults are invited to be refreshed in their faith, enjoy fellowship with others, and be equipped to discuss the Catholic Faith. Dynamic speaker and author Matthew Leonard will present the Keynote Address, “Further Up, Further In: A Spiritual Clarion Call for Catholics.” Other talks will discuss scripture and various topics within the Catholic faith as well as strategies for sharing the Faith with adults, teens, and children. The day begins with Holy Mass at 8:30 AM. The schedule also includes informative talks, lunch, and Confessions. Purchase tickets and get more information at faithformationconvocation.com or call the Office of Faith Formation at 401-278-4646. Don’t miss out on this exciting day!
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Watch the video below, this day is a great opportunity for all to grown in faith!
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SAVE THE DATE
You and yours are invited!
The annual celebration of the Chrism Mass in the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul, Providence
Tuesday, March 26 at 7 p.m.
Join Most Rev. Richard G. Henning, Bishop of Providence, at this special annual Mass!
Bishop Henning will celebrate and be joined by dozens of concelebrating priests and many deacons from across the diocese. At this Mass, the priests of the diocese renew their priestly promises and the Bishop consecrates and blesses holy oils used in the sacramental rites of the church.
All are welcome!
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*REGISTER NOW*
Diocese of Providence Pilgrimage to the National Eucharistic Congress
Wed.-Sun., July 17-21, 2024
Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis, Indiana
Join the Diocese of Providence as we journey to the first Eucharistic Congress in 83 years! Parishes from every corner in our nation will gather at the feet of Jesus, boldly anticipating a new Pentecost at the 10th National Eucharistic Congress in Indianapolis. Your life—and our Church—will never be the same! All are invited to attend! Our Diocese of Providence trip includes transportation to and from Indianapolis, with local transportation to and from the Congress, 5 nights at the hotel, and the cost of admission to each day of the Congress. All registrations are first come, first served.
Registration and details
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Find All Events
See a full calendar of upcoming events around the Diocese of Providence in the Rhode Island Catholic "Around the Diocese"
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The 2024 Catholic Charity Appeal
A State of Hope
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Bishop Richard Henning 2024 Catholic Charity Appeal Message | |
Your Lent Questions, Answered:
Do you have to be Catholic to participate in Lent Activities?
In our Lenten Reels Series, Rev. Albert P. Marcello, III, Chaplain at RI Hospital and Defender of the Bond and Judge in the Diocesan Tribunal explains:
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Video: Office of Communications and Public Relations, Diocese of Providence, RI | |
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MEMORIAL OF OUR LADY OF LOURDES
From February 11
This liturgical memorial recalls the apparitions of the Virgin Mary in Lourdes which began on February 11, 1858. The protagonist of this series of events was a girl named Bernadette Soubirous, today numbered among the host of Saints...
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Bishop Henning's latest column in Rhode Island Catholic
The Shadow of the Cross falls across our whole world
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This year, we have been reading from the Gospel of Mark, “a gospel in a hurry.” It moves quickly through the events of Jesus’ ministry, jumping right in at his first proclamation of the kingdom. It frequently repeats a term that translates as “right away,” or “immediately.” Mark rarely gives us the details found in the other gospels... | |
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Pope: Prays for pro-life causes
CATHOLIC NEWS SERVICE
During his Angelus address, Pope Francis prayed that human life would be protected and respected from various threats.
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FRIDAY, MARCH 1
Join us for our Young Adult Holy Hour the First Friday of every month beginning at 7 p.m. in the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul, Providence
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