19 February 2019

St. Patrick Parish, Providence,RI, Receiving Opening Doors Parish Award

"For almost two decades, St. Patrick Church in Providence has been opening its doors to make physically handicapped parishioners feel like they’re part of the parish community.

"The inclusive spirit that permeates the parish on Smith Street has been recognized on the national level. In mid-January, the National Catholic Partnership on Disability, in partnership with Loyola Press, announced that St. Patrick Church is the recipient of the Loyola Press 2018 Opening Doors Parish Award.

"The parish will receive $1,000 and a plaque from Loyola Press for its commitment to helping parishioners with disabilities to have access to full participation in all aspects of parish life, including catechetical opportunities, liturgical celebrations and community service projects."

A recent Rhode Island Catholic article reported on this award being presented to St. Patrick Parish.

To access a copy of the Rhode Island Catholic report, please visit:

Rhode Island Catholic: St. Patrick Church receives national award for its welcoming spirit (21 JAN 19)

Background information:

Saint Patrick Parish

National Catholic Partnership on Disability

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