Roman Catholic Diocese of Fall River

Sharing the Gospeland growing
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Service anchored in faith.

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Students who change the world.

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Serving those who serve.

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Joyfully proclaiming Jesus.

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Hear God's voice. Trust His call.

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Of Special Note

Catholic Appeal 2026

The Appeal is in its final days. Have you made your donation yet? This year’s theme, “Peace: Let It Begin with Me,” speaks directly to the call of the Gospel. It reminds us that the mission of the Church begins not somewhere else, but with each of us.

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Ordination Video & Photos

View a photo gallery from the June 6th Ordination to the Priesthood and Diaconate here in the Diocese of Fall River, or watch the Ordination video

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The Anchor, your longtime source for diocesan news and events, is now a free, weekly electronic newsletter. Click Learn More to visit its updated website and to sign up for the E-newsletter.

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Upcoming Events

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July 5

10:15 am - 11:00 am

Mass of Remembrance-Taunton

This monthly Remembrance Mass is offered for all souls buried in Taunton Catholic Cemeteries in the past month. All are welcome. The Remembrance Mass is celebrated on the first Sunday …

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July 14

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

St. Francis: Troubadour, Mystic, Prophet

This is the first of a three-part Summer Speaker Series evening hosted by Holy Trinity Parish, West Harwich, looking at St. Francis of Assisi during this Jubilee Year celebrating 800 …

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August 13

5:30 pm - 8:30 pm

FACE Summer Gala on Cape Cod

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Bishop's Blog

One Nation Under God: Eucharistic Faith, Blessings at Sea and the Sacred Heart of Jesus

July 1, 2026

Bishop da Cunha reflects on the grace-filled visit of the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage to the Diocese of Fall River, the enduring tradition of the Fishermen's Mass and Blessing of the Fleet in Provincetown, and the consecration of the United States to the Sacred Heart of Jesus as our nation celebrates its 250th anniversary. He invites the faithful to renew their Eucharistic faith, give thanks for God's many blessings, and continue witnessing to Christ with hope and generosity.

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A Three-Year Diocesan Initiative

To strengthen our priests so as to foster vibrant and holy parishes and ministries.

A Time for Fortitude: Stronger Priests, Stronger Parishes, Stronger Church is Bishop da Cunha's vision for the future of our Diocese centered on strengthening our priests. This three-year plan (2025-2027) focuses our local Church on moving forward in our relationship with Christ by actively working toward bringing to our priests more stability, hope, holiness, and wellness. Strengthening our priests will, in turn, strengthen all parishes and ministries in holiness and vitality.

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