Local Resources In Rhode Island

Gatherings
	• Join our Network of Former Volunteers to connect with other formers to start your own gatherings!
Volunteer programs headquartered in Rhode Island
	• One way to get connected with current and/or former volunteers in the area is to plan *intercommunity volunteer gatherings* such as prayer groups, game nights, meals/picnics, etc. The following programs are headquartered in Rhode Island: Providence Alliance for Catholic Teachers.
Parishes that current and former volunteers have recommended
	• St. Francis Chapel and City Ministry Center which is Franciscan Abbey is located on Weybosset Street in Providence opposite the Arcade. St. Francis is truly an urban community of believers. Offering daily mass, weekday confessions, and a multitude of services including counseling, a food pantyr, and adult education classes. Contact St. Francis Chapel via phone at (401)331-6510 or at their website www.stfrancischapel.com.
Retreat opportunities/spirituality centers
	• Check out the St. Francis Chapel website www.stfrancischapel.com for retreats and events in the Providence area. • Mt. St.Joseph Spiritual Life Center in Bristol 401-253-4630. • Our Lady of Peace Spiritual Life Center is located in Narragansett • Portsmouth Abbey (of St. Gregory the Great) is located in Porsmouth. For more information call 401-683-2000. • In Newport, RI there is St. Paul’s Priory which is run by the Benedictines. Call 401-847-2423.
Social Justice organizations and events
	• Rhode Island Right to Life, 266 Smith St., Providence, 401-521-1860. • Rhode Island Coalition for the Homeless, 790 North Main Street, Providence, 401-421-6458. • Urban League of Rhode Island, 246 Prairie Ave., Providence, 401-351-5000. • Rhode Island Department of Education, Education for Homeless Children and Youth, 255 Westminster St., Providence, 401-222-4600, ext. 2207. • Rhode Island Kids Count, 70 Elm Street, Providence, 401-274-4564. • Rhode Island Community Food Bank, 104 Hay Street, West Warwick, 401-826-3073. • CampusActivism.org
Volunteer opportunities
	• Check out the St. Francis Chapel for volunteer opportunities. • The Haitian Project, a Catholic mission which supports and operates a tuition-free boarding school for impoverished youth in Santo, Haiti, is seeking volunteer teachers for the school year. Contact Kate Kowalski via email thp@ids.net or via mail at P.O. Box 6891, Providence, RI 02940, 401-521-2255 ext. 54.
Music, film, and other cultural events
	• Gallery Nights are held every other Thursday night and includes a trip on the trolley from art house to art house. • Be sure to check out the art work provided by artists at the Rhode Island School of Design. Students often sell their work at the end of each semester. • Waterfire is a new event on summer and fall evenings along the river. The river that runs through the center of town is lit on fire as people enjoy the funky music and hanging out. • John Brown House is located at 52 Power Street in Providence. George Washington slept here. Providence's wealthiest merchant played host in this 3-story brick mansion.
Diocesan resources
	• Diocese of Providence (401)278-4525 can provide a variety of information for those looking for a parish.
Other valuable resources
	• Try out the Met Cafe located at 130 Union Street in Providence. Small national acts and up-and-coming local bands play acoustic sets and hardcore rock at this laid-back club. • Benefit Street in Providence houses beautiful buildings and a slice of American history. • Rhode Island State House, 82 Smith St, 401-222-2357. This marble building has lawmakers, Revolutionary War artifacts and the world's fourth-largest, self-supporting dome.

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