Relative to the leadership changes in the Diocese of Providence, below please find materials and resources to assist in sharing this good news across Rhode Island:
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — The Holy Father, Pope Francis, has accepted the resignation of Most Reverend Thomas J. Tobin, D.D., from the pastoral governance of the Diocese of Providence. As required by the Code of Canon Law, Bishop Tobin presented a letter of resignation to the Holy Father upon reaching the age of 75 on April 1.
PROVIDENCE — In a glorious Mass of Reception at the Cathedral of SS. Peter and Paul on Jan. 26, nine weeks after being appointed by Pope Francis to serve as coadjutor Bishop of Providence with the right of succession, Most Rev. Richard G. Henning, D.D., S.T.D., presented the papal bull, signed by the Holy Father, to Bishop Thomas J. Tobin, D.D., authenticating his appointment. Click for photos and more!
Toda la comunidad de habla hispana de Rhode Island, están cordialmente invitados a asistir. Actos culturales seguirán a la Misa, incluyendo bailes folclóricos y aperitivos étnicos. También habrá una transmisión en vivo disponible a través de YouTube para aquellos que no puedan asistir. Mira la transmisión en vivo - https://provd.io/live.