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Trial date set in June for Father James Jackson’s child pornography case
The federal child pornography case against Providence, Rhode Island, priest Father James Jackson is scheduled to begin on June 20. Read more
Pope Francis appoints Bishop Henning as coadjutor bishop of Providence
Pope Francis appointed Bishop Richard Henning as a coadjutor bishop of Providence on Wednesday. Read more
Details emerge about Father James Jackson's alleged pre-trial release violations
The Rhode Island priest is awaiting trial on federal child pornography charges. Read more
Father James Jackson arrested in Kansas
The FSSP priest, awaiting trial on federal child pornography charges, allegedly violated the terms of his “pre-trial” release, a court... Read more
Pregnant women and their babies can find help among Rhode Island's Catholics
Expectant mothers, babies, and their families can find comfort and encouragement alongside material help like cribs, diapers, and baby formula... Read more
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Providence bishop encourages mask wearing, but it is not a condition for attending Mass
The Bishop of Providence clarified Thursday that despite Rhode Island’s re-imposed mask mandate, people will be permitted to attend Mass... Read more
Father James Jackson wrote about sex abuse scandals, called McCarrick a 'creep'
In the weeks leading up to his arrest on child pornography charges, Father James W. Jackson wrote at length about... Read more
FSSP priest faces new federal child pornography charges
Federal authorities have filed additional child pornography charges against Father James W. Jackson, who was arrested Oct. 30 after Rhode... Read more
FSSP pastor arrested on child pornography charges in Providence
Father James Jackson, 66, the pastor of St. Mary’s Church in Providence, Rhode Island, is accused of possession of child... Read more
Providence bishop: Catholic congressman's abortion position 'terribly disappointing'
Bishop Tomas Tobin of Providence on Thursday lambasted a local congressman’s newspaper editorial which explains his support for federally codifying... Read more
Providence diocese relaxes restrictions at liturgies
The Diocese of Providence is transitioning toward “normal liturgical practices” following new public health guidelines from the state of Rhode... Read more
Providence diocese opposes bill expanding liability for child sex abuse
The Diocese of Providence is opposing a bill that would allow survivors of child sex abuse to sue institutions which... Read more
Providence diocese won't comment on bill expanding liability for child sex abuse
The Diocese of Providence is refusing to comment on a bill that would provide increased opportunities for victims of child... Read more
Prayers answered: Diocese of Providence sees decades-high number of new seminarians
The Diocese of Providence, Rhode Island, is welcoming eight new seminarians this year - the highest number of incoming seminarians... Read more
Providence bishop calls for evangelization, renewal after coronavirus
Bishop Thomas Tobin of Providence reflected Sunday on the potential outcome of the coronavirus pandemic, encouraging Catholics to develop plans... Read more
After priest says pedophilia 'doesn't kill anyone,' Bishop Tobin responds
Rhode Island’s Catholic bishop has responded to controversy over a series of remarks from a priest in his diocese, which... Read more
