O Holy Night: Where to Celebrate Midnight Mass in Providence
For many people, Christmas is all about tradition, whether it's baking cookies with the family or celebrating the Feast of the Seven Fishes on Christmas Eve. Attending midnight mass, as Christmas Eve turns into Christmas Day, is one of those traditions that many people treasure every year. Whether you're a Providence local or visiting for the holiday season, here's a list of churches offering midnight mass this year.
Midnight Services
The Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul (30 Fenner St.) is hosting "A Concert of Christmas Meditations" with the Gregorian Concert Choir and Festival Orchestra at 11 p.m. on Christmas Eve, followed by Midnight Mass with Most Reverend Robert C Evans, Former Auxiliary Bishop of Providence.
Midnight mass will also be celebrated at Saint Pius V Catholic Church (55 Elmhurst Ave.) and Saint Mary's on Broadway (538 Broadway).
Earlier Christmas Eve Services
In the past several years, many parishes have started offering services a little earlier in the evening. If you like the idea of a Christmas Eve mass, but don't want to wait until midnight, here are some churches offering slightly earlier services.
Grace Episcopal Church (175 Mathewson St.) will hold a Festal Choral Eucharist with a string quartet at 10 p.m. and Saint Stephen's Church (114 George St.) will have a Solemn High Mass at 10:30 p.m. Both Central Congregational Church (296 Angell St.) and Saint Thomas Catholic Church (65 Fruit Hill Ave.) have 11 p.m. services.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Where can I attend midnight mass in Providence?
Churches that have offered midnight mass in Providence include the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul, Saint Pius V Catholic Church, and Saint Mary's on Broadway. Check each church's website for this year's schedule.
- Is there a Christmas Eve concert before midnight mass at the Cathedral?
The Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul has held "A Concert of Christmas Meditations" with choir and orchestra at 11 p.m. on Christmas Eve, followed by midnight mass. Check the Cathedral's website to confirm this year's program.
- Are there earlier Christmas Eve services in Providence?
Yes. Many churches offer late-evening services between 10 and 11 p.m., including Grace Episcopal Church, Saint Stephen's Church, Central Congregational Church, and Saint Thomas Catholic Church.
- Where is the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul?
The Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul is at 30 Fenner Street in Downtown Providence.
- Can visitors attend Christmas Eve services in Providence?
Yes, Christmas Eve services are generally open to everyone, whether you're a local or visiting for the holidays. Arriving early is a good idea, since services can fill up.
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