About Roman Catholic Diocese of Providence
Roman Catholic Diocese of Providence is a Catholic Religious institution in Providence, Rhode Island located at 1 Cathedral Square, Providence, RI 02903. As of April 2026, Roman Catholic Diocese of Providence holds a 4.3-star rating across 46 Google reviews. The Roman Catholic Diocese of Providence parish office answers at (401) 278-4500.
he Diocese of Providence is a Latin Church diocese of the Catholic Church in Rhode Island in the United States. The diocese was erected by Pope Pius IX on February 17, 1872. The Diocese of Providence is a suffragan diocese of the Archdiocese of Hartford. The Cathedral of SS.
Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul (Providence, Rhode Island)
The Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul is a Roman Catholic cathedral in the Cathedral Square neighborhood of Providence, Rhode Island, United States. It is the mother church of the Diocese of Providence. The Neo-Romanesque church was designed in 1873 by Patrick Keely and added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1975.
When does Roman Catholic Diocese of Providence hold services?
Roman Catholic Diocese of Providence publishes the following weekly hours: Wednesday 8:30 AM–4:30 PM, Thursday 8:30 AM–4:30 PM, Friday 8:30 AM–4:30 PM, Saturday Closed, Sunday Closed, Monday 8:30 AM–4:30 PM, Tuesday 8:30 AM–4:30 PM. All times are local to Providence, RI.
- Wednesday
- 8:30 AM–4:30 PM
- Thursday
- 8:30 AM–4:30 PM
- Friday
- 8:30 AM–4:30 PM
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- Closed
- Monday
- 8:30 AM–4:30 PM
- Tuesday
- 8:30 AM–4:30 PM
Where is Roman Catholic Diocese of Providence located?
Roman Catholic Diocese of Providence is located at 1 Cathedral Square, Providence, RI 02903. The building sits at coordinates 41.81998, -71.41642, placing it in Providence, RI 02903-3695.
Location is approximate — drawn from the public street address.
- Cathedral Square 128 ft
- Public parking 131 ft
- Public parking 243 ft
- Private parking 315 ft
- Public parking 371 ft
- Westminster Street · RIPTA 463 ft
- Washington before Greene · RIPTA 472 ft
- Westminster Street · RIPTA 486 ft
- Empire and Westminister · RIPTA 492 ft
- Broad before Chestnut · RIPTA 531 ft
- Black Sheep 541 ft
- Cafe La France 561 ft
- Simha · indian 591 ft
- AS220 610 ft
- Providence Coal Fired Pizza · pizza 623 ft
Nearby places drawn from OpenStreetMap, Apr 23, 2026.
The neighborhood around Roman Catholic Diocese of Providence
The ZIP code 02903 area around Roman Catholic Diocese of Providence is home to 12,039 residents with a median household income of $57,850 and a median age of 35.3 years, according to the US Census Bureau's 2022 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.
US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 five-year estimates.
What to expect at a service at Roman Catholic Diocese of Providence
Roman Catholic parishes follow a structured liturgy called the Mass, celebrated worldwide in the same order.
- Mass lasts about an hour and includes Scripture readings, a homily, hymns, and Holy Communion.
- Visitors are welcome. Only baptized Catholics in good standing receive Communion; others come forward with arms crossed for a blessing.
- Dress is modest but not formal — business casual is typical for Sunday Mass.
Generalized notes for first-time visitors. Individual parishes vary — when in doubt, ask a greeter at the door.
Roman Catholic Diocese of Providence on the National Register of Historic Places
Roman Catholic Diocese of Providence is listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places under reference 74000004, added to the Register on 1974-07-15.
Read the official NPS nomination for Roman Catholic Diocese of Providence →
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Your Sunday at Roman Catholic Diocese of Providence
Roman Catholic Diocese of Providence by the numbers
Questions and answers about Roman Catholic Diocese of Providence
- What denomination is Roman Catholic Diocese of Providence?
- This parish is part of the Catholic tradition.
- What are the service times at Roman Catholic Diocese of Providence?
- Published hours: Wednesday 8:30 AM–4:30 PM, Thursday 8:30 AM–4:30 PM, Friday 8:30 AM–4:30 PM, Saturday Closed, Sunday Closed, Monday 8:30 AM–4:30 PM, Tuesday 8:30 AM–4:30 PM
- What is the phone number for Roman Catholic Diocese of Providence?
- You can reach the parish at (401) 278-4500.
- Where is Roman Catholic Diocese of Providence located?
- The parish is located at 1 Cathedral Square, Providence, RI 02903.
- Is Roman Catholic Diocese of Providence on the National Register of Historic Places?
- Yes — NRHP reference 74000004, added 1974-07-15.
- How do visitors rate Roman Catholic Diocese of Providence?
- 4.3 out of 5 stars, based on 46 Google reviews.
- What is the architecture of Roman Catholic Diocese of Providence?
- Roman Catholic Diocese of Providence is a Romanesque Revival architecture building, designed by Patrick Charles Keely.
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