Diocese of Providence

09/11/2026

"On this solemn 25th anniversary of the September 11th terrorist attacks, we pause to remember, honor, and pray for the innocent victims, the valiant first responders, and all their families and friends who bear the ongoing grief of their loss. May their souls and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in His eternal peace.

"Much in the world has changed in the 25 years since September 11th, yet we must remain constant in our work for true justice and peace rooted in our steadfast faith in God. We pray that, as people of faith and disciples of Jesus Christ, we may, following in His example, continue to be the peacemakers and witnesses of the Gospel that our wounded world needs.

"May Our Lady of Providence pray for us. May the Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on us."
—Most Reverend Bruce A. Lewandowski, C․Ss․R․, Bishop of Providence

09/07/2026

When rightly ordered, human labor matures our God-given gifts and grows us in virtue. Let this Labor Day remind us to always place our work at the service of love for God and for one another, recognizing the inherent dignity of labor and its integral and cooperative role in the mystery of our Redemption.


📷: Rick Snizek/Rhode Island Catholic

09/01/2026

“They shall beat their swords into plowshares and their spears into pruning hooks” (Is 2:4) is the theme of Pope Leo XIV’s Message for the 2026 World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation, observed today on September 1st.

Read more at https://www.humandevelopment.va/en/news/2026/messaggio-papa-leone-xiv-giornata-preghiera-creato-2026.html

08/28/2026

Faculty and leaders are making final preparations to welcome back students who will soon be illuminating the halls, classrooms, and chapels of our 35 Catholic schools across Rhode Island.

08/20/2026

In your charity, please pray for the repose of the soul of the Reverend Monsignor George L. Frappier, 96, a priest of the Diocese of Providence.

Eternal rest, grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him.

For his obituary and services: https://provd.io/frappier

08/20/2026

In light of the recent "Three Pathways, One Mission" document, Bishop Bruce invites reflection and shares information in preparation for parish and diocesan assemblies, and ultimately in bringing about the renewal of the Church in Rhode Island.

Over the next few months, we will prepare for our Diocesan Assembly, a time of prayerful reflection on ministry in our Diocese and its parishes. In place of my regular column, I’ll use this …

08/17/2026

08/17/2026

Bishop Lewandowski joins Bishop Thomas in calling the faithful to pray for Life! From now through the end of October, Respect Life Month, the USCCB Committee on Pro-Life Activities is inviting Catholics to unite in prayer and action. Please sign up and join Bishop Bruce and the Diocese of Providence in prayer at https://www.respectlife.org/. Read more about defending life in the Diocese of Providence at https://dioceseofprovidence.org/news/bishop-lewandowski-joins-bishop-thomas-in-calling-the-faithful-to-pray-for-life

📸George Martel

08/11/2026

A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia, causing widespread destruction across multiple communities.

Our sisters and brothers in Colombia urgently need our help. Your donation will help provide critical relief to families and communities struggling to recover ➡️ https://brnw.ch/21x4OLF.

Catholic Relief Services is working through Caritas Colombia, whose extensive network in the affected areas is identifying the most urgent needs and providing immediate assistance, including safe shelter, food, clean water and support for families who have lost everything.

In moments like this, our faith calls us to care for one another. Your generosity can be a tangible sign of God's love and a source of hope for families enduring this crisis.

Pastoral Social - Cáritas Colombiana