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Rt. Rev. Dennis M. Lowney, D.D.
Most Rev. William A. Hickey, D.D.
Most Rev. Francis P. Keough, D.D.
Most Rev. Russell J. McVinney, D.D., LL.D.
Most Rev. Thomas F. Maloney, D.D.
Most Rev. Bernard M. Kelly, D.D., J.C.D.
Most Rev. Kenneth A. Angell, D.D.
Most Rev. Louis E. Gelineau, D.D., J.C.L., S.T.L.
Most Rev. Robert J. McManus, D.D.
Most Rev. Robert E. Mulvee, D.D., J.C.D.
Bishops Native to Rhode Island
Most Reverend George H. Pearce, S.M., D.D.
Most Reverend Ernest B. Boland, O.P., D.D.
Most Reverend Francis X. Roque, D.D.
For Reference
150th Anniversary of the Diocese
150th Anniversary - Parish Resources
Bishop Thomas J. Tobin: Supreme Court Ruling on Roe v. Wade
COVID-19 Response
Feb. 9, 2022 Mask Mandate Update
Resuming Public Worship
Grateful for God's Providence Summary Report
January 26 Holy Mass of Reception for Bishop Henning
Synod Synthesis (Diocese of Providence)
Synod on Synodality
Host or Attend an Event
Aldrich Mansion
McVinney Auditorium
Happening Now
Diocesan News
Eucharistic Revival
Keep the Heat On - help or be helped
Leadership Changes
Faith Formation Convocation (March)
40 Days for Life 2023 Lenten Campaign
Pre-order the 2023 Diocesan Directory
Schedule: Visitation of the Missionary Image of Our Lady of Guadalupe
Youth Mental Wellness Task Force
More
Archivist
Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul
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Lumen Gentium Awards
Photo Albums - from our diocesan ministries
Photo Albums - from the RI Catholic newspaper
The Diocesan Response to the Abuse Crisis
From Bishop Tobin
FAQs RE The List
List of Credibly Accused Clergy
Joseph Abbruzzese
Daniel Azzarone
Paul Charland
Joseph D'Angelo
Kevin Fisette
Edward Kelley
P. Henry Leech
Roland Lepire
Richard Meglio
John Petrocelli
Francis Santilli
James Silva
William Tanguay
John Tormey
Samuel Turillo
James W. Jackson
Edward Sadowski
John Allard
Roger Belhumeur
Dennis Brodeur
Robert Carpentier
Normand Demers
Alfred Desrosiers
Paul Desrosiers
Louis Diogo
Charles Dolan
Louis Dunn
Oscar Ferland
John Ferry
Edmund Fitzgerald
William Gillooly
Timothy Gorton
Rene Guertin
Richard Holden
Michael La Mountain
Philip Magaldi
Robert Marcantonio
Joseph McCra
Robert McIntyre
Barry Meehan
Adrian Menard
Edmund Micarelli
William O'Connell
William O'Neill
Hugh Rafferty
William Raiche
Peter Scagnelli
Armand Ventre
James Campbell
John Powers
Joseph Rocha
Brendan Smyth
Laurence Gagnon
Anthony DeAngelis
Peter Tedeschi
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Confirmation Ceremony Request Form
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ACTION ALERT: No Taxpayer Abortion
Schedule: Visitation of the Missionary Image of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Jan. 7 - Feb. 5, 2023
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Support with the cost of child care
Support After an Abortion
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Keep the Heat On - help or be helped
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Faith Formation Convocation (March)
40 Days for Life 2023 Lenten Campaign
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Schedule: Visitation of the Missionary Image of Our Lady of Guadalupe
Youth Mental Wellness Task Force
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Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul
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The Diocesan Response to the Abuse Crisis
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Life and Family (Respect Life)
St. Gabriel's Call Ministry
Caring for Creation
End-of-Life: A Catholic Health Care Directive
Health Care
Ministry in Healthcare Facilities
Young Adults
Campus Ministry
Young Adult Ministry
Youth & Families
Catholic Youth Ministry
Hispanic Youth Ministry
ASCEND: Worship & Adoration
Catholic Athletic League (CAL)
CAL Sports Photo Albums
Catholic Scouting
Faith Formation (Religious Education)
Haunted Labyrinth
Mother of Hope Summer Camp
Special Religious Education (SPRED)
Apostolate with People with Disabilities
Marriage Preparation and Enrichment
Marriage Preparation Program Schedule
Marriage Tribunal (Annulments)
Men of St. Joseph International
Multicultural Ministry
RI Catholic Conference (Faithful Citizenship)
Courage Apostolate - Providence
Courage Apostolate - Tiverton
Catholic Social Services
Elder Care
Elder Services
St. Martin de Porres Center
Senior Care/Special Care: Residential Nursing Facilities
Health Care
Essential Workers
Ministry in Healthcare Facilities
Outreach Centers
Help for expectant mothers, babies and children
Outreach Centers
Project Hope/Proyecto Esperanza
Support
HIV/AIDS Support
Recovery: St. Matthias Ministry
Support Groups
Grants
Human Development Grants (CCHD)
Financial Support
Childcare Scholarships (Cabrini Fund)
Do You Qualify for Food Stamps?
Keep The Heat On
Adoption
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Directory of Services
Financial Management
Homeless Shelter
Immigration and Refugee Services
Justice and Peace
Prison Ministry
Education
Catholic Schools
Catholic Schools Directory
Catholic Schools in RI
Find a Catholic High School
Find a PreK-8 Catholic School
Catholic School Tuition Tax Credit (Face of RI)
Employment Opportunities
Parent Federation
Faith Formation
Faith Formation Convocation (March)
Faith Formation/Religious Education
Interested in Becoming a Catholic?
Online Catholic Courses
Special Religious Education (SPRED)
Our Parishes
Vocations
Office of Priestly Vocations
Our Lady of Providence Seminary
Office for Religious
Diaconate Office
Giving
Stewardship
Stewardship is...
Catholic Charity Appeal
Our Videos
Parish Resources
Bishop’s Partnership in Charity
Anchor of Hope: Funds for Catholic Education
Catholic Foundation of Rhode Island
Planned Giving
Catholic Schools
Anchor of Hope: Funds for Catholic Education
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Catholic Communication Campaign
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Welcome from Bishop Tobin
Bishop Tobin
Bishop Henning
Bishop Evans
Vicar General/Moderator of the Curia
Chancellor
Former Bishops
Former Bishops
Bishops Native to Rhode Island
For Reference
150th Anniversary of the Diocese
Bishop Thomas J. Tobin: Supreme Court Ruling on Roe v. Wade
COVID-19 Response
Grateful for God's Providence Summary Report
January 26 Holy Mass of Reception for Bishop Henning
Synod Synthesis (Diocese of Providence)
Synod on Synodality
Host or Attend an Event
Aldrich Mansion
McVinney Auditorium
Happening Now
Diocesan News
Eucharistic Revival
Keep the Heat On - help or be helped
Leadership Changes
Faith Formation Convocation (March)
40 Days for Life 2023 Lenten Campaign
Pre-order the 2023 Diocesan Directory
Schedule: Visitation of the Missionary Image of Our Lady of Guadalupe
Youth Mental Wellness Task Force
More
Archivist
Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul
Contact Us
History
Lumen Gentium Awards
Photo Albums - from our diocesan ministries
Photo Albums - from the RI Catholic newspaper
The Diocesan Response to the Abuse Crisis
Working for the Diocese
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Chancery Office Building
Main Office
401.278.4500
Website
Office of the Bishop
Velia Lisi
Administrative Assistant, Office of the Bishop
401-278-4500
vlisi
dioceseofprovidence.org
Website
Rev. Nathan J. Ricci, J.C.L.
Vice Chancellor and Administrative Assistant to the Bishop
401.278.4664
nricci
dioceseofprovidence.org
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Rev. Hiep Nguyen
Administrative Assistant to the Bishop
401.278.4563
hnguyen
dioceseofprovidence.org
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Chancery Administration
Rev. Msgr. Albert Kenney, S.T.L.
Vicar General/Moderator of the Curia
401.278.4519
akenney
dioceseofprovidence.org
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Paula Mollo
Secretary to the Vicar General/Moderator of the Curia
401.278.4519
pmollo
dioceseofprovidence.org
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Rev. Timothy D. Reilly, M.A., J.C.L.
Chancellor
401.278.4516
treilly
dioceseofprovidence.org
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Lisa A. Vespia
Secretary to the Chancellor
401.278.4516
lvespia
dioceseofprovidence.org
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Office for Divine Worship
Rev. Jeremy J. Rodrigues, S.T.L.
Director, Office of Divine Worship
401.278.4500
jrodrigues
dioceseofprovidence.org
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Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul
Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul
Rev. Msgr. Anthony Mancini, Rector
401.331.2434
msgramancini
gmail.com
Website
Marriage Tribunal
Rev. Msgr. Ronald P. Simeone, M. Div., J.C.L.
Judicial Vicar, Diocesan Marriage Tribunal
401.278.4666
Planning and Financial Services
Rev. Msgr. Raymond Bastia
Vicar, Planning and Financial Services
401.278.4540
rbastia
dioceseofprovidence.org
Michael Sabatino, CPA
Chief Financial Officer, Office for Planning and Financial Services
401.278.4540
msabatino
dioceseofprovidence.org
Fiscal Office
Cheryl Brennan
Diocesan Controller, Fiscal Office
401.278.4616
cbrennan
dioceseofprovidence.org
Parish Financial Assistance
Catherine M. Messier, CPA
Director, Office of Parish Financial Assistance
401.278.4544
cmessier
dioceseofprovidence.org
Catholic Charities and Social Ministry
James Jahnz
Secretary for Catholic Charities and Social Ministry
401-421-7833, ext. 204
jjahnz
dioceseofprovidence.org
Jean Montero
Office Coordinator, Catholic Charities & Social Ministry
401.421-7833, ext. 204
jmonteiro
dioceseofprovidence.org
Evangelization and Pastoral Planning
Michael Lavigne
Secretary for Evangelization and Pastoral Planning
401-278-4507
mlavigne
dioceseofprovidence.org
Vocations
Rev. Christopher J. Murphy
Rector, Our Lady of Providence Seminary; Director of Pre-Ordination Formation, Diocese of Providence
401.331.1316
fathercjm
gmail.com
Website
Rev. Brian J. Morris
Director of Vocations
401.331.1316
rev.brian.morris
gmail.com
Website
Rev. James Sullivan, OP
Spiritual Director, Seminary of Our Lady of Providence
401-331-1316
james.sullivan
opeast.org
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Dr. Michael Hansen
Director of Human Formation, Diocese of Providence
401.331.1316
mhansen
dioceseofprovidence.org
Rev. Carl B. Fisette
Coordinator of Post Ordination Formation
401.331.1316
frcarlfisette
gmail.com
Website
Rev. John E. Unsworth
Priest Advisor of the Diocese of Providence
Sister Elizabeth Castro, H.M.S.P.
Director, Office for Religious
401-278-4633
officeforreligious
dioceseofprovidence.org
Deacon Noel Edsall
Director of the Permanent Diaconate
401-278-4604
nedsall
dioceseofprovidence.org
Diocesan Archives/Historian
Rev. Robert Hayman
Diocesan Historian
rwhayman
providence.edu
Lisa Vespia
Archivist
401.278.4522
lvespia
dioceseofprovidence.org
Catholic Schools
Dr. James Power
Superintendent of Catholic Schools
401-278-4550
jpower
dioceseofprovidence.org
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Office of Faith Formation
Edward J. Trendowski, Ph.D.
Director of the Office of Faith Formation
401-278-4646
etrendowski
dioceseofprovidence.org
Michelle Donovan
Assistant Director of the Office of Faith Formation
401-278-4646
mdonovan
dioceseofprovidence.org
Catholic Youth Ministry
Office of Catholic Youth Ministry
401-278-4626
youthministry
dioceseofprovidence.org
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Diocesan Cemeteries
Anthony Carpinello, CCCE, CCE
Director, Diocesan Cemeteries
401.944.8383
acarpinello
dioceseofprovidence.org
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Nick Rainone
Family Service Advisor, Saints Peter & Paul Mausoleum at St. Ann Cemetery
401-742-0796
nrainone
dioceseofprovidence.org
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Communications and Public Relations
Michael F. Kieloch
Director of Communications and Public Relations
401-278-4600
mkieloch
dioceseofprovidence.org
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Instagram
Laura H. Testa
Communications Manager
401-278-4600
ltesta
dioceseofprovidence.org
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Diocesan Directory
For updates, to obtain a copy or to place an ad
401-278-4600
directory
dioceseofprovidence.org
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Diocesan Newspaper: Rhode Island Catholic
Rick Snizek
Executive Editor, Rhode Island Catholic
401.272.1010
rsnizek
thericatholic.com
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Laura D. Kilgus
Assistant Editor, Production Manager & Graphic Designer, Rhode Island Catholic
401.272.1010
lkilgus
thericatholic.com
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Twitter
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Silvio Cuellar
Editor, El Catolico de Rhode Island
401.421.7833, ext.233
scuellar
dioceseofprovidence.org
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Facebook
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Human Resources
John Bittner
Director, Human Resources
401.278.4584
jbittner
dioceseofprovidence.org
Office of Health Facilities Management
Laura Dos Santos
Director of Operations, Office of Health Facilities Management
401-278-4554
LDosSantos
dioceseofprovidence.org
Office of Compliance
Kevin O’Brien
Director, Office of Compliance
401.941.0760
kobrien
dioceseofprovidence.org
Michael D. Hansen, Ph.D., Director
Office of Outreach & Prevention; Victim Assistance Coordinator
401-946-0728
mhansen
dioceseofprovidence.org
Society for the Propagation of the Faith
Rev. Francesco Francese
Director, The Society for the Propagation of the Faith
401.278.4520
ffrancese
dioceseofprovidence.org
Apostolate with People with Disabilities
Irma I. Rodríguez
Director, Office of the Apostolate with People with Disabilities
401.278.4578
irodriguez
dioceseofprovidence.org
Ministry for the Blind
Office of the Apostolate with People with Disabilities
401.278.4578
Ministry for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing
Office of the Apostolate with People with Disabilities
401.278.4578
irodriguez
dioceseofprovidence.org
Ministry for Accessibility
Office of the Apostolate with People with Disabilities
401.278.4578
irodriguez
dioceseofprovidence.org
Life and Family (Respect Life)
Lisa Cooley
Coordinator, Office of Life and Family Ministry
401-278-2518
lcooley
dioceseofprovidence.org
Project Rachel-Abortion/Post-Abortion Help Line 24/7
1.888.456.HOPE
Immigration and Refugee Services
Nancy Gonzalez
Immigration and Refugee Services Coordinator, Catholic Social Services of RI
401.278.2530
ngonzalez
dioceseofprovidence.org
Project Hope/Proyecto Esperanza
401.728.0515; Fax: 401-453-6135
Multicultural Ministry
Rev. Nolasco Tamayo
Director, Multicultural Ministry
401.421.7833
ntamayo
dioceseofprovidence.org
Silvio Cuellar
Coordinator, Hispanic Ministry
401-421-7833, ext.233
scuellar
dioceseofprovidence.org
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YouTube
Linda A’Vant-Deishinni
St. Martin de Porres Multi-Service Center Director and Coordinator of the Office of Black Catholic Ministry
401-274-6783
LDeishinni
dioceseofprovidence.org
Marriage Prep and Enrichment
Donna Warner, Coordinator
Contact for Marriage Preparation program availability and reservation number
401.278.4576
marriage
dioceseofprovidence.org
Diocesan Facilities Office
Gary Ferguson
Director, Facilities Department
401.278.4636
gferguson
dioceseofprovidence.org
McVinney Auditorium
Aaron Mack, Director
McVinney Auditorium, 43 Dave Gavitt Way, Providence, RI 02903
401.278.4575
mcvinney
dioceseofprovidence.org
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Stewardship and Development
Timothy J. McCaig
Director, Office of Stewardship and Development
401-277-2121
tmccaig
dioceseofprovidence.org
Website
Richard Popovic
Executive Director, Catholic Foundation of Rhode Island
401-277-2115
rpopovic
dioceseofprovidence.org
RI Catholic Conference, Office of the Governmental Liaison
The Very Reverend Bernard A. Healey, J.C.L.,S.T.L.
Director, Rhode Island Catholic Conference and Office of the Governmental Liaison
401-278-4500
BHealey
dioceseofprovidence.org