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Bishop's Blog
27
Aug
2025
Faith in Action: Housing, Education, and Renewal 

In this week's blog, Bishop da Cunha discusses the Feast of the Holy Ghost, affordable housing in New Bedford, running for Catholic education and the start of a new school year.

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Bishop's Blog
20
Aug
2025
A Collection for Gaza, St. Francis Mass of Thanksgiving, Fall Events (You’re Invited), and National Attention for the Consecration of Priests to St. John Vianney

A Collection for Gaza, St. Francis Mass of Thanksgiving, Fall Events (You’re Invited), and National Attention for the Consecration of Priests to St. John Vianney

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Bishop's Blog
13
Aug
2025
Supporting Impactful Catholic Education and Praying for Vocations

In this week's blog, Bishop da Cunha discusses expanding access to Catholic education, the vocations update card, and a reminder about the Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

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Bishop's Blog
6
Aug
2025
Consecrating Priests to St. John Vianney and the September Parish Leader Convocation

In this week's blog, Bishop da Cunha reflects on the consecration of priests in the Diocese to St. John Vianney and shares information about the upcoming Parish Leader Convocation.

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30
Jul
2025
Reflections of a First-year Priest and A Call for Prayer and Support 

In this week's blog, Father Bryan Bangs shares a reflection on his first year as a priest and Bishop da Cunha shares information on the upcoming consecration of priests to St. John Vianney.

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Bishop's Blog
23
Jul
2025
Uniting After the Gabriel House Tragedy, the Jubilee Journey and a Pastoral Visit to Nantucket

Uniting After the Gabriel House Tragedy, the Jubilee Journey and a Pastoral Visit to Nantucket

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Bishop's Blog
16
Jul
2025
Prayers Amid Tragedy, St. Mary’s 100th, and the Gift of a Catholic Education

In this week's blog, Bishop da Cunha discusses his prayers amid the tragedy at Gabriel House, St Mary Star of the Sea's 100th anniversary, the gift of a Catholic education and an invitation to join in prayer for our priests.

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Bishop's Blog
9
Jul
2025
The Role of the Diocesan Pastoral Council and Accolades for the New Diocesan Website

In this week's blog, Bishop da Cunha shares information about the role of the Diocesan Pastoral Council and accolades for the new Diocesan website.

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2
Jul
2025
The Cursillo Convocation, Blessing of the Fleet, Support for the Cathedral and Independence Day 

Saints Peter and Paul and What Cursillo Teaches Us About Faith and Mission This past weekend, I had the joy of celebrating the closing Mass at the Cursillo Convocation. The …

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25
Jun
2025
Answering the Call: How Laity are Supporting Priests and Parishes

In this week's blog, Bishop da Cunha explores how laity are supporting their priests and parishes throughout the Diocese and offers a reminder of the final week of the Appeal.

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