Catholic Churches in East Providence, Rhode Island

St. Francis Xavier

Diocese of Providence

Directions

Address

81 North Carpenter Street
East Providence, RI 02914

About St. Francis Xavier

St. Francis Xavier Roman Catholic Parish is located in East Providence, Rhode Island, within the Diocese of Providence. Saint Francis Xavier was a 16th-century Jesuit missionary who traveled extensively in Asia. He is recognized as the patron saint of missionaries and foreign missions.

The parish offers 10 Masses weekly, including 3 on Sunday. Confession is available at 1 scheduled time, and Adoration is offered at 3 scheduled times. Masses are also celebrated in Portuguese.


St. Francis Xavier is a Roman Catholic parish in East Providence, Rhode Island, part of the Diocese of Providence. The parish offers Mass 10 times per week, including Sunday at 8 AM and 9:30 AM and 11:45 AM. Confession is available on Saturday. Eucharistic Adoration is offered — see schedule below. View the full schedule below.

Mass Schedule

Sunday

8 AM
Portuguese
9:30 AM
11:45 AM
Portuguese

Monday

6 PM
Portuguese

Tuesday

12:05 PM

Wednesday

6 PM
Portuguese

Thursday

12:05 PM

Friday

12:05 PM
6 PM
Portuguese

Saturday

4:30 PM

Confession Schedule

Saturday

3 PM - 3:30 PMPortuguese Confessions are heard on the 1st Saturday of the Month, or by appointment

Eucharistic Adoration

Friday: 11 AM - 12 PM (First Fri.)
Friday: 12:30 PM - 6 PM
Friday: 5 PM - 6 PM (First Fri.)

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the Mass times at St. Francis Xavier?

St. Francis Xavier Mass times: Sunday at 8 AM, 9:30 AM, 11:45 AM. Weekday Mass is also celebrated on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

When is confession at St. Francis Xavier?

St. Francis Xavier confession times: Saturday 3 PM - 3:30 PM. Confession is also known as the Sacrament of Reconciliation.

Is there a Saturday Vigil Mass at St. Francis Xavier?

Yes, St. Francis Xavier celebrates Saturday Vigil Mass at 4:30 PM. The Saturday Vigil Mass fulfills the Sunday Mass obligation for Catholics.

Does St. Francis Xavier have daily Mass?

Yes, St. Francis Xavier offers daily Mass on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday. Common weekday Mass times: 6 PM, 12:05 PM.

Where is St. Francis Xavier located?

St. Francis Xavier is located at 81 North Carpenter Street, East Providence, RI 02914. Get directions using the "Directions" button on this page.

Does St. Francis Xavier have Eucharistic Adoration?

Yes, St. Francis Xavier offers Eucharistic Adoration. Schedule: Friday 11 AM - 12 PM, 12:30 PM - 6 PM, 5 PM - 6 PM.