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The URI Chaplains - Religious Life

Religious Life Guide for the University of Rhode Island

The Catholic Center

90 Chapel Way
Kingston, RI 02881
401-874-2324
www.catholiccenteruri.org

Father John Soares, Chaplain/Director
401-874-2324
fatherjohn@uri.edu

Ms. Carol Maddock, Assistant Chaplain
401-874-2095
carolm@uri.edu

The Catholic Center offers a variety of programs and support for students, faculty and staff. Visit our website for more information.
  • Spiritual direction, Reconciliation and grief support
  • Newman Club-a student organization that offers spiritual, social and community service activities.
  • Chapel
  • Library of spiritual books and periodicals
  • Recreation room with ping pong and pool tables
  • Daily mass at noon Mon-Friday in the chapel
  • Weekend masses at Christ the King Church,180 Old North Road, Kingston on Saturdays at 5 pm and Sundays at 8, 9:15 and 11:35 am (summers 11 am)
  • University student mass on Sundays at 8 pm during the academic year at Christ the King Church.
  • R.C.I.A.: a process for those seeking Baptism, to complete the sacraments (First Communion, Confirmation) or to become Catholic.
Center hours: Monday-Thursday 7 am-10 pm; Friday 7 am-3 pm. Closed Sat/Sun