Welcome!
| Saint Eugene Church is a Roman Catholic community of faith. As such, we believe in Jesus Christ, strive to follow Him under the authority and guidance of His Church’s (the Catholic Church’s) Magisterium, and gather together as a community first and foremost to engage in the sacred worship of God through the liturgy, most especially the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass-the Sacrament of the Eucharist, which is the source and summit of our faith.
Our parish community welcomes God’s people from every walk of life and is committed to doing its part to fulfill Christ’s great commission to “Go and preach the Gospel to all nations and to every people”. Recognizing Christ’s presence and suffering in the poor and less fortunate, we are also committed to the Corporal and Spiritual Works of Mercy. Insofar as we are able, we seek to assist the spiritual, physical, and earthly needs of those around us. Relying on God’s grace and mercy, we grow spiritually-that is, in our relationship with God through Jesus Christ-and we strive to bear authentic witness to the truth of the Gospel to our society and our world. If you are new to or visiting our parish community, please review this website to learn more about our vibrant community of faith in Chepachet, R.I. |
Travelers
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New Parishioners
Welcome to our parish! We are so happy you are here with us! We look forward to growing in our faith and journeying closer to our ultimate home in Heaven with you! We are excited to see how the Lord has chosen you to help build up His Kingdom here on earth, how we can grow together, and how we can help you fulfill the plan God has for your life.
New Catholics
Welcome to the Catholic faith! All those who are new to the Catholic Faith or interested in learning more are encouraged to join us for Mass each week. We are so blessed to call you our new brother or sister in the Lord! We eagerly anticipate worshipping, growing, and serving others together with you!
Returning Catholics
Welcome back! You have been greatly missed! Thank you for responding to our Lord’s call to return to Him! If the St. Eugene Church parish community can be of any assistance to you, please let us know! Also, please check out what is going on at St. Eugene Church…we would love to have you get involved in the life of our parish!
Visitors/Guests
Please know that visitors/guests are always welcome and are encouraged to join our community of faith for worship, prayer, service, fundraising, and, or fellowship! Come any time for any and all functions or to our website!
Parishioners
Thank you for all that you have done and continue to do for Saint Eugene Church! Please take a look at our parish website for information about our parish and other various needs.
Join
If you would like to become a member of St. Eugene Church and have not had the chance to register, please complete the St. Eugene Church Parish Registration Form by clicking on the link in the side bar that says “Join Saint Eugene Church!” It can be returned by mail, brought to the Parish Office, or dropped in the collection basket at Sunday Mass. You can also register by contacting the Parish Office at: (401) 568-5102 or emailing us at: steugenchurch@verizon.net. We are so happy you are here with us!
Mass Intention Booking
To schedule a Mass for a particular intention, please contact the St. Eugene Church Parish Office to reserve a day and time.
Stipend
Sunday Mass: $25.00
Weekday Mass: $15.00
Sanctuary Candle
$25.00 shines light on your intention for (1) week!!
History of Saint eugene Church
Saint Eugene Parish in Chepachet, R.I., was established on September 11th, 1956, by Most Reverend Bishop Russell J. McVinney. Bishop McVinney had served the early residents 0f St. Eugene Parish while he was an Assistant Pastor at St. Patrick Church in Harrisville, R.I. At the time, St. Eugene Parish was a mission parish of St. Patrick Church and Mass was celebrated in a hall on Route 102 across from the Chepachet Pharmacy (the hall has since been demolished) and later in the basement meeting room of the Glocester Town Hall building on Main Street in the village.
When it was established as an independent parish, the first and founding Pastor of St. Eugene Church was Father Joseph F. McCabe (1956-1964) who previously served as the Assistant Pastor of Sacred Heart Church in Pawtucket, R.I. and as the Director of Catholic Cemeteries for the Diocese of Providence. After Fr. McCabe, the Pastors of St. Eugene Church have been Reverend Ronald G. Dailey (1964-1967), Reverend William F.X. Harrington (1967-1971), Reverend Francis V. De Lellis (1971-1994), Reverend Russell Page (1994-1996), Reverend Charles Quinn (1997-2007), Reverend T.J. Varghese (2007-2018), and Reverend Stephen J. Dandeneau (2018-present).
As a result of the connection between St. Eugene Church and St. Patrick Church, the Franciscan Sisters of the Atonement assisted with the Religious Education Program at St. Eugene Church during the school year for a number of years until they moved out of the area.
The St. Eugene Church building is of modern “Georgian-Colonial” design built of red brick and wood and designed to accommodate about 450 people at one time. It is well designed to take care of the growing numbers of year-round residents as well as the increasing numbers of summer residents who are attracted by the numerous lakes and ponds in Glocester, which boasts of the highest elevations in Rhode Island.
The rectory is one of several historical buildings in town with ties to public service since it was built in the 1840’s by one of the members of the Brown family. The Brown’s were among the first families to settle in the Town of Glocester. At one time, the rectory was the private home of Walter Reed, who was a Rhode Island United States Senator. Later, it served as a boarding house and, more recently, as a convalescent home until it was purchased by the Diocese of Providence to serve as the St. Eugene Church Rectory.
Throughout its history, St. Eugene Church has grown and has become the vibrant community of faith it is today. It is built on a solid foundation of good and faithful people who make the northwest corner of our state the welcoming and pleasant area that it is.
Faith is living and dynamic!
If not fed, it grows weak; if not practiced, it grows rusty; if not shared, it grows cold; if not lived, it dies.
please join us!
Events & Announcements
- Faith Formation (CCD/Religious Education)Attention Families, Students, Grandparents, and Godparents: Please note that St. Eugene Church and St. Joseph Church are implementing a new Faith Formation (CCD/Religious Education) Program this year with a brand new approach. CCD transforms itself from grade levels and weekly sessions to eight focused monthly festivities! Become renewed in your own faith while taking to… Read more: Faith Formation (CCD/Religious Education)
- Vacation Bible School*Please note that Summer 2026 Vacation Bible School was postponed. Thank you! To register your child/children/youth for Vacation Bible School, please click the following link and fill out and submit the form. Thank you! https://www.cognitoforms.com/DioceseOfProvidence1/VacationBibleSchoolApplication
- Charleston Wrap FundraiserDo you like to be prepared for the holidays? Do you prefer to make purchases online? If so, then you can help support our parish-Saint Eugene Church! By participating in our Charleston Wrap Fundraiser, you can financially benefit Saint Eugene Church! Throughout the month of September, Charleston Wrap will donate 40% of purchases (30% of… Read more: Charleston Wrap Fundraiser
- 1st Saturday Devotion to the Immaculate Heart of MaryPlease see the schedule below for dates and time. 1st Saturday of each Month – Following 8:30 am Mass Jan 3, 2026; Feb 7, 2026; Mar 7, 2026; Apr 4, 2026; May 2, 2026; Jun 6, 2026; Jul 4, 2026; Aug 1, 2026; Sept 5, 2026; Oct 3, 2026; Nov 7, 2026; Dec 5, 2026
- 1st Friday Devotion to the Sacred Heart of JesusJan 2, 2026; Feb 6, 2026; Mar 6, 2026; Apr 3, 2026; May 1, 2026; Jun 5, 2026; Jul 3, 2026; Aug 7, 2026; Sept 4, 2026; Oct 2, 2026; Nov 6, 2026; Dec 4, 2026
- CALENDAR RAFFLE2026 Calendar Raffle Winners The Calendar Raffle Winner for July 1 IS… Calendar #22; Mitchell Parkhurst You won a $25.00 Gift Certificate Donelan’s Way to go, Mitch!!! The Calendar Raffle Winner for July 2 IS… Calendar #9; Diane Guay You won 2 Tickets Blackstone Valley River Cruises Lucky you, Diane!!! The Calendar Raffle Winner for… Read more: CALENDAR RAFFLE
- Mass Time ScheduleMASS SCHEDULE AS OF JUNE 1, 2026: Daily Mass Schedule: Thursday @ 7:45am, Friday @ 7:45am & Saturday @ 8:30am; Weekend Mass Schedule: Sunday @ 8:00am & 10:30am
- Catholic Charity AppealClick on this link for more information and to donate: https://www.givecentral.org/appeals-form-registration/acp5c1abf49b623b/user/guest
- Welcome Fr DandeneauSt Eugene Parishioners welcome our new pastor and wish him a Happy Birthday!
Parish Giving
What is EFT? “Enhanced Stewardship through Electronic Funds Transfer”We have partnered with Parish Giving to offer this program to all of our parishioners. It’s simple, just log on to the St. Eugene Church website and click on the Parish Giving Logo and follow the easy registration instructions. It’s secure: Parish Giving is Payment Card Industry compliant and uses the strongest Secure Sockets Layering encryption technology available. It’s Convenient: No more searching for the checkbook or Sunday morning stops at the ATM machine. You can pick the day of the month for the recurring contributions to be processed.
• Parish benefits: Stable monthly contributions and significant reduction of parish administrative costs.
• Tax benefits: You will be able to print out a report detailing your contributions for the year.
A GREAT WAY TO ENSURE YOUR WEEKLY PARISH SUPPORT WHILE ON VACATION OR EVEN DURING A BLIZZARD!
Contact Us
Phone: (401) 568-5102
Email: steugenchurch@verizon.net
Address:
1251 Putnam Pike; PO Box A
Chepachet, Rhode Island 02814