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26
Mar
2020
Additional Directives Issued for Diocese in Response to Coronavirus Outbreak

FALL RIVER—Bishop Edgar M. da Cunha, S.D.V., has issued further directives addressing various aspects of liturgical and sacramental practices in parishes in the Fall River Diocese in the midst of …

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Bishop's Blog
25
Mar
2020
Beacons of Hope

New Pastoral Letter Earlier last week, I made the decision to publish my Pastoral Letter, Reflections on Five Years — Continuing the Mission in Friday’s issue of The Anchor. It is my prayer …

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24
Mar
2020
Diocese of Fall River Catholic Schools Quickly Transition to Remote Learning

FALL RIVER, MA – Just over a week ago, students attending Catholic schools in the Diocese of Fall River were planning Confirmations, First Communions, retreats, graduation ceremonies, and proms as …

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20
Mar
2020
Bishop to Lead Online Rosary, Invites Prayer Requests

FALL RIVER — Extending an invitation to all who able to pray with him, Bishop Edgar M. da Cunha, S.V.D., will lead an online recitation of the Rosary on Sunday, …

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19
Mar
2020
Reflections on Five Years – Continuing the Mission: A Pastoral Letter from Bishop da Cunha

March 20, 2020 Dear Friends, You will find below a link to my new Pastoral Letter that I am addressing to the clergy, religious and faithful in our Diocese. While …

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19
Mar
2020
Bishop to Celebrate Online Mass in Portuguese for St. Joseph’s Day

FALL RIVER — Bishop Edgar M. da Cunha, S.D.V., will celebrate a Mass online in Portuguese at 7:30 p.m., Thursday, March 19, the Solemnity of St. Joseph in the Church’s …

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Bishop's Blog
18
Mar
2020
Difficult Times

When faced with unsettling, difficult times, the faithful can find comfort in the words of Jesus. These words were not only spoken for those listening to Jesus speak 2000+ years …

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16
Mar
2020
Statement of Bishop da Cunha Suspending Celebration of Masses

Statement of Bishop Edgar M. da Cunha, S.D.V., Suspending the Celebration of Masses in the Fall River Diocese March 16, 2020 Out of concern for the health and well-being of …

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13
Mar
2020
Diocese Responds to the Coronavirus Outbreak

Updated February 14, 2022 The Diocese of Fall River has issued several statements in response to the coronavirus and shared resources as well. Please find below, in one place, a …

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13
Mar
2020
Bishop Issues Dispensation from Obligation to Attend Sunday Mass

FALL RIVER — Out of concern for the avoidance of large gatherings and for the protection and well-being of parishioners, Bishop Edgar M. da Cunha, S.D.V., has issued a dispensation …

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