Welcome to Saint Anthony
THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK
When we place ourselves at the service of our most vulnerable brothers and sisters we experience the joy of unconditional love.
-Pope Francis
SAINT ANTHONY & CHURCH OF THE PRESENTATION OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY PARISHIONERS
Grateful for God’s Providence Capital Campaign
All parishes in the Diocese of Providence are joining together for the Grateful for God’s Providence Campaign. As we approach the 150th anniversary of our Diocese, this historic campaign will ensure that we are able to continue our Mission for years to come.
The campaign seeks to raise $50 million over the next 4 years to prepare our faith family for the future. At its heart, this campaign is about supporting our future by focusing on our parishes, our priests, Catholic school Tuition Assistance, Sts. Peter and Paul Cathedral, and Catholic Charities and Social Services.
Every parish will retain 40% of every dollar raised in their parish’s campaign effort to be used for their own local needs. In the coming weeks, our Campaign Leadership Team will be providing more information about the campaign and details about each of its purposes. Their goal is to make sure every parishioner knows what this campaign is about and how we are being called to participate.
Please take the time during the next few weeks to learn more about the campaign and the needs we will address together.
MISSION TRIP TO MISSISSIPPI
Great job to our mission team led by Father Ed, Father Mark, and Susan Vargas. Team members included Nicholas B. Croce, Gian Perotta, Elizabeth Lynch Gadaleta, Blaine Lynch Gadaleta, Joshua Masood, Andres Perez, and David Perez.
VILLAGE OF EL ROSARIO
The children recently received clothing sent from our Youth Ministry Team. Thank you to all who donated!
MENS PRAYER GROUP
We spend time with scripture, reflect on it's meaning in our lives, and then share with God and each other our understanding of His word in our everyday experiences. All men, 18 and up are invited to spend some time with the Lord and each other! Our next meeting will take place on Tuesday August 21st at 6:30pm in the Parish Center Dining Room. We conclude approximately 7:30pm.
Also, congratulations to Brother Ralph, who started the Prayer group back in February. Brother Ralph will be moving to the Bronx to begin work at Manhattan College. Because of the commitment of everyone, the prayer group will continue as long as possible, as he has committed to returning twice a month. May God continue to Bless him!
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR
SAINT EDWARD FOOD CENTER
We are currently in need of able bodied male volunteers to carry boxes of canned goods and others items in the restocking process while clients shop during hours of operation. If you are available for a 2 hour shift on Wednesdays please leave a message for Father Ed at 353-3120 and he will contact you. Your help would be deeply appreciated.
CONGRATULATIONS TO RAY BONENFANT ON HIS
102nd BIRTHDAY
Father Ed and the Saint Anthony Parish family extends prayers and best wishes to Ray Bonenfant on 102nd birthday. Since 1988 Ray has been active in the financial affairs of the parish, serving on the Finance Council and as Parish Auditor. In recent years he relocated to Massachusetts to be closer to his children and had to resign from the auditor’s position although he was always available for consultation. His extensive knowledge of the financial records and practices over the years has been a blessing to the parish enabling it to remain on a solid foundation. May God bless him with good health for many years to come!
ANNUAL DIOCESAN WEDDING
ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
The Office of Marriage Preparation and Enrichment is sponsoring the Annual Wedding Anniversary Celebration on Sunday, September 23, 2018 at 1 PM at the Cathedral of SS Peter and Paul in Providence. The celebration is for couples observing their 25th, 40th, 50th and over wedding anniversary. The celebration will include Mass, renewal of vows, a personalized certificate for each couple and a reception for couples and their families. Please call the Parish Office (353-3120) by August 17th to make reservations.
Click on the Photo above for another video production by Kerry Rubino
RESPECT FOR LIFE COMMITTEE
Do not be afraid to embrace God’s gift of life. Whatever storms or trials we face, we are not alone. He is with us.
NEW HOLY FAMILY HOME NEWSLETTER
The Spring/Summer 2018 edition has just been published and mailed out to all our donors. Congratulations to Editor Beverly Paesano for a very well done Issue 4. Her creativity and writing skills are a gift to Holy Family Home and we are very grateful for her hard work. If you would like a copy please call the office at 304-7744 and leave a message for administrative assistant Maureen Hopkins.
2018 CATHOLIC CHARITY FUND APPEAL
“Faith and Good Works”
Your gift to the 2018 Catholic Charity Appeal reaches out to countless people in need throughout our diocese. No matter where you turn, you find someone who will benefit from your kindness. Please consider pledging your support to this worthwhile endeavor.
CHURCH OF THE PRESENTATION OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY
Goal: $29, 056.00
$36, 983.00 from 204 donors
Congratulations to the Parishioners of the Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary for exceeding their 2018 Goal
SAINT ANTHONY CHURCH
Goal: $78, 748.00
$100,771.90 from 356 donors
Congratulations to the Parishioners of Saint Anthony Church for exceeding their 2018 Goal!
SAINT EDWARD CHURCH
Goal: $19, 950.00
$23,062.00 from 117 donors
Congratulations to the Parishioners of Saint Edward Church for exceeding their 2018 Goal!
Final Report
CATHOLIC CHARITY APPEAL IN ACTION
A little over a year ago, a man, who we will call Jose, arrived. He was separated from his family, homeless, hopeless and was suffering from an opiate addiction. After 30 days, he seemed to feel better about himself and started to open up more about his situation. He was able to get off the opiates with an alternative program. He moved to the honor dorm and he started to work. He bought tools he needed, and a vehicle for transportation. One day at work Jose fell off a ladder and broke his ankle, and needed surgery. Around this time a series of hurricanes struck Puerto Rico where is elderly mother, daughter, and grand daughter live. Jose postponed his surgery, sold his tools and vehicle and bought a ticket back to Puerto Rico to help rebuild his mothers home. He knew he could not sustain his continuing recovery there and returned back to Emmanuel House to restart his recovery there. Jose knew that he would have support there and he could have his surgery knowing the staff would help him. Jose is currently doing well with his recovery from his surgery and addiction. He is grateful for the help he is receiving from Emmanuel House. (God’s House).
KNITTING MINISTRY
Please note that the Knitting Ministry will not meet
Until September 10, 2018 at 1pm at the Church of the Presentation. Have a fun and safe summer!
OFFERING AND DONATION CLARIFICATION
When making you weekly offering by check, the check must be made payable to the church on your budget envelope. (Saint Anthony envelopes please make the check Payable to Saint Anthony Church, etc.). Budget envelopes should only contain checks /cash for budget offerings (not ministry donations). Also, please do not use scotch tape or staples on your envelopes or checks.
We appreciate donations to all our ministries; please note when making a donation by check the checks should be written as follows and be placed in a separate envelope marked with the ministry name on it (placed in the collection basket or mailed to the rectory):
Holy Family Home: checks payable to Holy Family Home.
Saint Edward Food and Wellness Center: checks payable to Saint Edward Food and Wellness Center.
Mary’s Meals: checks payable to Church of the Presentation or Presentation Church (note on the memo line Mary’s Meals).
Saint Anthony Kitchen Ministry (hot lunch and mobile ministries): checks payable to Saint Anthony Church (note on the memo line Kitchen or Outreach Ministry).
All offerings, donations and correspondence should be addressed to the rectory office at 5 Gibbs Street, North Providence RI 02904. The physical church buildings do not receive mail. Mail addressed for example to Saint Anthony Church at 1413 Mineral Spring Avenue or Presentation Church at 1081 Mineral Spring Avenue does not make its way to the rectory office.
Some of our Past Events & Highlights
Annual Box City - November 18-19th
Box City was held on Novemebr 18-19th on the Saint Anthony Grounds. The Confirmation II Candidates joined members of the Compass Program for Educational and Team Bulding Activites. Through their Sponsorship effort a total of $575.00 was raised for Parish Outreach Ministries.
Angels on a Mission
ON LINE GIVING REMINDER
For all families who are currently using the online giving program we ask that you log into your account and update any information that has changed since you setup your initial account. This is also a good time to check your statements to see that your offering is being processed as you originally set it up. We have received notification of expired credit cards and invalid email addresses. Also, you should only set up your account once and have your offering deducted from that account; there are a few users who set up a new account each time they make an offering. If you have not signed up for online giving, please consider doing so. Log onto the parish website, stanthonychurch.org, click on the online giving icon, choose the church you are registered at and follow the menu driven screen. The help desk for all online questions is 1-800-348-2886 ext 4.
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Outreach Ministries
Outstanding Video Production by our own Kerri Rubino
Please click on the picture below and enjoy
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Saint Anthony ChurchNorth Providence, RI
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Inquiries please call
(401) 304-7744
SAINT ANTHONY CHURCH
1413 Mineral Spring Ave.
North Providence, RI
Saturday Vigil 5:15 PM
Sunday 8:00 AM, 11:30 AM
SAINT EDWARD CHURCH
997 Branch Ave.
Providence, RI
Saturday Vigil 6:00PM (Spanish)
Sunday 9am(English)11:30 AM (Spanish)
CHURCH
OF THE PRESENTATION of the BLESSED VIRGIN MARY
1081 Mineral Spring Ave.
North Providence, RI
Saturday Vigil 4pm
Sunday 10am
Holy Days As Announced
WEEKDAY MASS
Trinity Chapel
Saint Anthony Church
Weekday Mass Times:
Mon - Thurs 8:30 AM
Sacrament of Reconciliation
(Presentation Church)
Saturday 3:15PM-3:45PM
