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Press Releases and Statements
20
May
2026
Teens from Across Diocese to Receive Youth Award

Bishop to present Pope St. Pius X Youth Award to 42 young persons in St. Mary's Cathedral on Thursday, May 21

Press Releases and Statements
18
May
2026
Lumen Christi Gala Supports Restoration of St. Mary’s Cathedral

Bristol County DA Tom Quinn to receive Gala's 2026 Luminary Award. Event set for June 3rd at White's of Westport

Press Releases and Statements
7
May
2026
Kiley Reappointed as Diocesan Chancellor

Bishop da Cunha reappoints Kevin Kiley to third term with the expanded title of Chancellor, Chief Finance and Operating Officer

Press Releases and Statements
24
Abr
2026
Catholic Appeal Invites Faithful to Be Instruments of Peace and Hope

The Appeal builds upon a tradition dating back to 1942, providing essential funding for programs that assist individuals and families across the region.

Press Releases and Statements
22
Abr
2026
Prayers, Pinwheel Planting Part of Diocesan Observance of Child Abuse Prevention Month

Bishop to begin April 28th observance with noon Mass at the Cathedral, prayers, plantings to follow outside. All are welcome.

Press Releases and Statements
13
Abr
2026
Appointments, Retirements Announced

Bishop da Cunha has announced the appointments of several priests in the Diocese and the retirements of two pastors

Press Releases and Statements Mensajes del Obispo
4
Abr
2026
Bishop da Cunha’s Easter Message 2026

As we celebrate Easter, Bishop da Cunha offers a message to the Diocese. Watch his Easter greeting on video (available in 3 languages) or read his Easter letter.

Press Releases and Statements
2
Abr
2026
St. Vincent’s Summer Celebration Gala Set for June 26

2026 Gala to return to a Fall River location; SVS will honor Sr. Helen McPeak, SUSC, for her decades of service

Press Releases and Statements
24
Mar
2026
Holy Oils to be Blessed, Priests to Renew Promises in Special Holy Week Liturgy

All are invited to the Chrism Mass on Tuesday, March 31, at 4 p.m., in St. Mary's Cathedral

Press Releases and Statements Mensajes del Obispo
17
Mar
2026
Faithful Encouraged to Gather as ‘Diocesan Family’ for Chrism Mass

Bishop da Cunha issues special letter of invitation, shares hope that all will "join us for this sacred celebration of unity and prayer."