“Rise Up, O Men of God” will be the theme of a featured presentation by Father Christopher Peschel, pastor of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish in New Bedford, at this year’s Men’s Meat N’ Greet, scheduled for Sunday, September 13, from 4 to 8 p.m. The event will take place on the grounds of …

Fall River Diocesan Health Facilities is hosting its 17th Annual Golf Classic to benefit the over 700 individuals served in its skilled nursing and rehabilitation centers. It will take place at the Crestwood Country Club in Rehoboth. For details on available levels of participation, please call the Health Facilities office at 508-679-8154 or email Debra …

Do you know a young man who exhibits qualities of faith, leadership, and a heart for service? During Masses this weekend, parishioners will be asked to take part once again this year in the Called by Name initiative. Called by Name invites parishioners to submit -after prayerful consideration- the names of young men in their …

Honor this Jubilee Year of St. Francis of Assisi by celebrating the Transitus of St. Francis of Assisi, commemorating his passage from this life to eternal life at Holy Trinity Church in West Harwich. As we mark the 800th anniversary of his death, we gather in prayer, song, and candlelight to remember the beloved saint …

The Peyton Rosary Rally has become an October family tradition at the Father Peyton Center. Holy Cross Family Ministries invites all for an unforgettable evening that includes a radiant and inspiring outdoor candlelit Rosary procession for all ages led by priests of the Congregation of Holy Cross! Bring your own special Rosary or we’ll give …

October 10th is World Mental Health Day and October 5-11, the first week of October, is Mental Health Awareness Week. In recognition of the impact that mental health challenges can have on individuals, their families and caregivers, Bishop Edgar da Cunha will offer two special Masses during the month: Sunday, October 4th, 2026, at 10:30 …

Members of the Fall River Diocese are invited to join Bishop Edgar M. da Cunha, S.D.V., in the annual Procession and Mass for Peace on the Columbus Day holiday. Participants in the procession should meet by 5:30 p.m. in the area of St. Anne’s Shrine, across from Kennedy Park on South Main Street in Fall …

In the Gospel, Jesus came out to the Apostles, while they were at sea, during the 4th watch of the night. At 4th Watch, meet Jesus in Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, with praise and worship. All are welcome to attend 4th Watch on Friday, October 16th at 7 PM at St. Mary Church in …

Teens are invited to explore what it means to be truly Connected—to God, to the Church, and to one another.. Featuring inspiring talks, prayer, food, fun and more! REGISTRATION FOR THE EVENT IS NOW CLOSED

Established by Pope Pius XI in 1926 and celebrated every year on the second-to-last Sunday of October, World Mission Sunday is the day when Catholics around the world unite to support the missionary work of the Church. The World Mission Sunday collection grants funds to mission dioceses, which help to underwrite the basic physical footprint …