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Press Releases and Statements
16
Sep
2020
Register to Attend the Mass for Peace on Columbus Day

The Procession and Mass for Peace on the Columbus Day holiday has been a tradition in the Fall River Diocese for over 40 years. While it is not possible to …

In the News
16
Sep
2020
Community Supports Diocese of Fall River Catholic Schools and Families

FALL RIVER –  The Diocese of Fall River, the Catholic Foundation of Southeastern Massachusetts and the Foundation to Advance Catholic Education (FACE) are pleased to announce awards for financial support …

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Bishop's Blog
16
Sep
2020
Catechetical Sunday

  This year, the Church will celebrate Catechetical Sunday on September 20, 2020. This year’s theme is I received from the Lord what I also handed on to you. The …

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Bishop's Blog
9
Sep
2020
Praying for an End to Racism

Today, September 9, is the memorial of St. Peter Claver, a priest and patron of African missions and of interracial justice, due to his work with slaves in Colombia.  It …

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In the News
5
Sep
2020
79th Annual Catholic Appeal Raises More Than $3.5 Million

16,000 donors step forward, many online, in support of the Diocese of Fall River FALL RIVER– Conducted during an unprecedented time, the 79th Annual Catholic Appeal, “See All the People,” …

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In the News
3
Sep
2020
Clergy Appointments, Retirement Announced

Diocese of Fall River OFFICIAL His Excellency, the Most Reverend Edgar M. da Cunha, S.D.V., D.D., Bishop of Fall River, announces the following appointments: Reverend Thomas A. Frechette, part-time chaplain …

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In the News
3
Sep
2020
Senior Director Is Appointed for Youth, Young Adult and Family Ministries

FALL RIVER ─ At the conclusion of its work last year, the Youth and Young Adult Commission that met as part of the Fall River Diocesan Rebuilding in Faith and …

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In the News
2
Sep
2020
Saint Vincent’s Services Holds Back to School Supplies Drive

FALL RIVER ─ Saint Vincent’s Services is holding a Back to School Supplies Drive. Needed items include: backpacks (one color, no design) lunch bags, 5 X 7 journals, non-recordable MP3 …

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In the News
2
Sep
2020
Adult Confirmation Preparation Course to Offered Online this Fall

FALL RIVER — The Diocesan Faith Formation Office will offer an online adult Confirmation preparatory program this fall for adults 18 and older who wish to receive the sacrament. Essential …

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Bishop's Blog
2
Sep
2020
Gratitude and Faith

Blessings Even in these challenging times, we are reminded of the many blessings in our Diocese.  One recent blessing is helping us continue to help our families and children through …

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