This is a Patronal Feastday of the United States of America and is observed as a Holy Day of Obligation. The Chancery Office Building located at One Cathedral Square, Providence, will be closed in observation of this day.

Advent is a time of preparation and reflection. Click to download USCCB’s Advent calendar for ways to learn and grow this season.

Father Joseph D. Santos, 62, a priest of the Archdiocese of Braga (Portugal) and long-time Administrator of Holy Name Parish, Providence, died on Saturday, December 4, 2021. Calling hours will be on Friday, December 10, from 4-7pm in Holy Name Church, 99 Camp Street, Providence. A Solemn Latin Mass of Requiem according to the 1962 Missal will be offered for the repose of Father’s soul on Saturday, December 11, at 10am at Holy Name Church. Burial will follow in St. Mary Cemetery, Bristol.

Bishop Thomas J. Tobin visited the diocesan Emmanuel House homeless shelter on Thanksgiving to lead a short prayer service where he offered a blessing before helping to serve a traditional turkey dinner to the guests.

“The Sounds of the Season” Concert today at 3 p.m. in the Cathedral - Concert will feature the music of Advent and Christmas with the Gregorian Concert Choir and Orchestra! Tickets available at the door.