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Of Special Note
Support Our Priests
Share a brief word of congratulations, gratitude or encouragement to our priests as they prepare to entrust themselves to St. John Vianney on August 4th
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October 12, 2025
Respect Life Annual Mass & Conference
Bishop da Cunha will celebrate the Mass at 10:30 a.m. in St. Mary's Cathedral. The Conference, with a theme of "Ethics at the Beginning of Life," follows at noon at White's. Conference registration closes Sept. 1
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August 7, 2025
FACE Summer Gala
A reception and multi course dinner, an auction, and more, all while supporting students attending Catholic schools in the Diocese at the same time. Enjoy this wonderful evening on Cape Cod hosted by FACE, the Foundation to Advance Catholic Education
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September 6, 2025
Parish Leader Convocation
Development opportunities including presentations, workshops, discussion and more, for all parish, catechetical and ministry leaders, catechists and volunteers
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Upcoming Events
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agosto 7
5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
FACE Summer Gala
Mark your calendar and save the date for the 28th Annual FACE Summer Gala on Cape Cod. The evening will be hosted by Bishop Edgar da Cunha, S.D.V., with a …
agosto 15
All Day
Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
The Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary commemorates the taking into heaven of Mary, soul and body, at the end of her life on earth, a truth …
agosto 15
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Mass of Thanksgiving for St. Francis of Assisi Parish
All current and former parishioners, friends, and community members are extended a warm welcome to St. Francis of Assisi Church, New Bedford, on the Feast of the Assumption for a …
Blog del Obispo
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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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.

Stronger Priests
Latest Newsfrom the Fall River Diocese
Press Releases and Statements
24
Jul
2025
In Historic First, Priests in Diocese to Consecrate Themselves to St. John Vianney

Parishioners urged to offer prayers, messages of support

Press Releases and Statements
18
Jul
2025
With its Church in Need of Significant Repair, Taunton Parish Will Close

In letter, parishioners notified of decision to officially close St. Mary's Church, which has been unused since 2023

Press Releases and Statements Mensajes del Obispo
14
Jul
2025
Bishop Offers Prayers Following Tragic Fall River Fire

"Today it is nearly impossible to think of anything else but the loss and suffering being endured by so many because of the fire." Bishop da Cunha