By RICK SNIZEK, Executive Editor - PROVIDENCE — As he took his final steps to the front door of the Cathedral of SS. Peter and Paul, Bishop Bruce A. Lewandowski, C.Ss.R. appeared to be reflecting on the enormity of the moment before him as he prepared to become the tenth bishop of Providence. (Photo: Laura Kilgus)

The Chancery Office Building is closed for the Memorial Day holiday beginning Friday, May 23 - the offices will re-open Tuesday, May 27 at 8:30 a.m. Have a safe and happy holiday!

Invitamos a toda la comunidad hispana de Rhode Island a la misa de bienvenida a nuestro nuevo Obispo Bruce A. Lewandowski, C.Ss.R. qué se llevará a cabo en la catedral de San Pedro y San Pablo el Jueves 22 de mayo a las 7:00 pm. Después de la misa podremos saludar al Sr. Obispo Bruce y compartir un acto cultural con danzas folclóricas y aperitivos en el salón de la catedral. Esta Santa Misa de bienvenida se transmitirá en vivo desde la Catedral de los Santos Pedro y Pablo a partir de las 7 p. m. en el canal diocesano de YouTube - https://provd.io/live.

Also known as National Maritime Day, this day is an opportunity to recognize the hardworking men and women of the U.S. Merchant Marine, seafarers, fishers, port personnel, and all who work or travel on the high seas for the vital services they provide in support of our nation's economic well-being and national security. (Image: USCCB)