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The Chancery Office Building will be closed Monday in observance of Columbus Day.

As we observe the October 7 anniversary of the Hamas attack on Israel, Archbishop Henning shares this message and invitation to prayer and penance...

The Diocese of Providence will offer a Farewell Mass for Archbishop Richard G. Henning in thanksgiving to Almighty God and promise of prayer on Thursday, Oct. 17, 7 p.m., in the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul, Providence. Archbishop Henning will serve as celebrant and homilist. A reception will follow the Mass in Cathedral Hall. (Photo: Laura Kilgus)

On Friday, September 27, Hurricane Helene devastated several states in the southeast. More than 120 are confirmed dead and the death toll is expected to dramatically rise. In addition, millions of people have been without power and the region continues to deal with catastrophic damage. If you would like to assist those recovering from the hurricane, you can make an emergency donation directly to...

In your charity, please pray for the repose of the soul of Rev. Edward D. Johnson, 95, a priest of the Diocese of Providence and Pastor Emeritus of Saint Anthony Parish, Portsmouth. Eternal rest, grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. Click for for his obituary and services (Photo: Diocese of Providence)

PROVIDENCE — Rhode Island Catholic was honored with a prestigious Publick Occurrences Award by the New England Newspaper and Press Association (NENPA) on September 21 during a luncheon at the NENPA/NYPA (New York Press Association) Fall Publisher’s Conference, held at the Omni Hotel in Providence.

The following clergy appointments have been made within the Diocese of Providence.

As Catholics approach the polls, we are asked to weigh many important issues...

The Chancery Office Building, located at One Cathedral Square, Providence, will be closed Monday in observance of Labor Day.

In Bishop Henning's Aug. 22 'The State of Hope' column in Rhode Island Catholic, he shares: "Last week, Salve Regina University rented space for a high-end political fundraiser on the campus in Newport. I only learned of the decision on the night before the event while away on retreat. I expressed my concerns to the administration to no avail..."

The following clergy appointments have been made within the Diocese of Providence.

The Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary is a Holyday of Obligation. The diocesan Chancery Office Building located at One Cathedral Square, Providence, will be closed today, Aug. 15.

In observance of Victory Day, the Chancery Office Building, located at One Cathedral Square, Providence, will be closed Monday.

By now, you have seen the news that the Holy Father has appointed me the next Archbishop of Boston. Of course, I am grateful to the Holy Father for his confidence in me and for entrusting this ministry to me. I hope that you will all understand that the news of the appointment has left me with very mixed emotions and even a sense of grief to leave this beautiful Diocese of Providence.

By RICK SNIZEK, Executive Editor, RI Catholic - BRAINTREE — It was a different feeling in the room this time as Archbishop-elect Richard G. Henning was elevated to a new position within the hierarchy of the Catholic Church for the second time in less than two years. (Photo: Rick Snizek)

PROVIDENCE, R.I.—The Holy Father, Pope Francis, has appointed Most Reverend Richard G. Henning, S.T.D., currently the Bishop of Providence, as Archbishop of Boston. The appointment was publicized today in Washington, D.C. by Cardinal Christophe Pierre, Apostolic Nuncio to the United States.

By Jennifer Barton, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent - PROVIDENCE — The Diocese of Providence places the highest priority on protecting children and minors. For more than 20 years, members of the Diocesan Advisory Board for the Protection of Children and Young People have served in an advisory capacity, aiding the bishop in this crucial work. (Photos: RI Catholic/Diocese of Providence)

By Cole Desantis, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent - PROVIDENCE — It was an overwhelming experience for all involved. Immediately following their ordination, Father Joseph Brodeur and Father Jairon Olmos Rivera greeted a long line of local faithful in the cathedral hall. Every interaction was accompanied by smiles and a warm embrace, before the newly ordained priests bestow their first blessings. The emotions felt by the newly ordained priests could hardly be put into words. (Photo: Rick Snizek)

ATLANTA — Rhode Island Catholic and its Spanish language publication, El Católico de Rhode Island, were honored on Friday, June 21, with a combined 26 awards by the Catholic Media Association of the U.S. and Canada during the organization’s 2024 Catholic Media Conference.

In observance of the 4th of July the Diocesan Offices will be closed.