The Chancery Day of Renewal and Diocesan Night of Renewal brought participants together to pray, reflect, and encounter Christ anew. Bishop Bruce A. Lewandowski, Father John Riccardo, and the ACTS XXIX team guided the gathering, insiring renewed faith and missin across the diocese.
Frassati Night, inspired by the Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati, brought together around 40 young adults for a joyful evening at Roger Williams Zoo Jack-o'-Lantern Spectacular and ending at The Brass Monkey.
Our Diocesan team traveled to Our Lady of Mercy Parish in East Greenwich where we were joined by 50 teens for their Confirmation retreat. The theme for this year, inspired by Acts 4:31, centers on the transformative power of the Holy Spirit: “When they had prayed, the place in which they were gathered together was shaken; and they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and spoke the word of God with boldness.”
Just as fire illuminates, refines, and transforms, this retreat invites candidates to kindle the fire of the Holy Spirit within. Through prayer, teaching, and encounter, they will learn how to build a relationship with the Holy Spirit, receive a deeper outpouring of grace, and discover how to recognize and use their spiritual gifts and charisms to boldly live and proclaim the Gospel.
Keep these teens in your prayers, as they will be confirmed within this month of October. Come Holy Spirit!
Over 40 members of St. John Paul II Parish came together for a dynamic Charism Workshop led by the Evangelization Team. During the session, participants were equipped with tools for discernment, rooted in Scripture and the teachings of the Magisterium. It was a powerful opportunity to begin exploring how the Holy Spirit is actively moving in the hearts of those present—and to discover the unique spiritual gifts each person brings to strengthen the missionary life of the parish.
We had a great cornhole tournament this past weekend at the Mother of Hope Camp in Chepachet! Over 25 young adults competed as we grilled, enjoyed a bonfire by the water, and watched a beautiful sunset. Alex & Tyler won the coveted trophies and cash prize. This will definitely be an annual event. Join us next time!
Over 100 young adults came together for a beautiful evening of faith, fellowship, and food at our recent BBQ & Rosary event with the Bishop. Held under clear skies, the night was filled with meaningful prayer, vibrant community, and delicious Portuguese cuisine generously prepared by the Men’s Group from Our Lady of Fatima Parish. It was a joyful and grace-filled night where new connections were made and the spirit of unity among young Catholics shone brightly. We’re grateful to all who came and made the evening so special!
We held a special end-of-year celebration to honor and thank our dedicated Catholic school principals. Bishop Bruce celebrated Mass at the historic Aldrich Mansion, followed by a joyful evening of fellowship and dinner. We are deeply grateful for the leadership and commitment of our principals throughout the year!