{"id":42876,"date":"2025-11-19T10:12:57","date_gmt":"2025-11-19T15:12:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fallriverdiocese.org\/?p=42876"},"modified":"2025-11-21T09:03:34","modified_gmt":"2025-11-21T14:03:34","slug":"building-christs-kingdom-reflections-from-the-u-s-bishops-meeting-and-the-journey-toward-advent","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fallriverdiocese.org\/es\/bishops-blog\/building-christs-kingdom-reflections-from-the-u-s-bishops-meeting-and-the-journey-toward-advent\/","title":{"rendered":"Building the Kingdom of Christ, Reflections from the U.S. Bishops Meeting and the Journey Toward Advent"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Reflections from the U.S. Bishops&#8217; Meeting in Baltimore<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:5px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"A Look Back at the November 2025 Plenary Assembly\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/uO4CfXEjfCQ?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:5px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usccb.org\/news\/2025\/recap-us-bishops-plenary-assembly-baltimore\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The annual Bishops&#8217; meeting in Baltimore<\/a> last week began in a spirit of faith and fraternity. On Monday morning, the bishops gathered for prayer and reflection before we began our formal sessions. Later that day, we celebrated Mass together at the beautiful Basilica of the Assumption, the first Catholic cathedral in the United States. It was a moving sight to see so many bishops praying together, united in purpose and hope for the Church.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>A Historic \u201cSpecial Message\u201d on Immigration<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most significant moments of the meeting was the bishops\u2019 decision to issue a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.usccb.org\/news\/2025\/us-bishops-issue-special-message-immigration-plenary-assembly-baltimore\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Special Message on Immigration<\/a> (the first in twelve years) approved with an extraordinary 96% consensus among more than 200 bishops. I was proudly among those supporting this message. This strong unity reflects our shared concern for immigrant families who are suffering under unjust policies. The statement affirms two essential truths:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Every nation has the right to secure its borders<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Every immigrant must be treated with humanity, dignity, and respect.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>These principles are not rooted in politics, rather in our Catholic faith and the Church\u2019s commitment to uphold all human life and the common good.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:4px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fallriverdiocese.org\/app\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Beige-Grey-Nude-Aesthetic-Tender-Minimalist-Moodboard-Photo-Collage-Instagram-Post-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42880\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fallriverdiocese.org\/app\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Beige-Grey-Nude-Aesthetic-Tender-Minimalist-Moodboard-Photo-Collage-Instagram-Post-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.fallriverdiocese.org\/app\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Beige-Grey-Nude-Aesthetic-Tender-Minimalist-Moodboard-Photo-Collage-Instagram-Post-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.fallriverdiocese.org\/app\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Beige-Grey-Nude-Aesthetic-Tender-Minimalist-Moodboard-Photo-Collage-Instagram-Post-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.fallriverdiocese.org\/app\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Beige-Grey-Nude-Aesthetic-Tender-Minimalist-Moodboard-Photo-Collage-Instagram-Post-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.fallriverdiocese.org\/app\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Beige-Grey-Nude-Aesthetic-Tender-Minimalist-Moodboard-Photo-Collage-Instagram-Post-500x500.png 500w, https:\/\/www.fallriverdiocese.org\/app\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Beige-Grey-Nude-Aesthetic-Tender-Minimalist-Moodboard-Photo-Collage-Instagram-Post-32x32.png 32w, https:\/\/www.fallriverdiocese.org\/app\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Beige-Grey-Nude-Aesthetic-Tender-Minimalist-Moodboard-Photo-Collage-Instagram-Post-48x48.png 48w, https:\/\/www.fallriverdiocese.org\/app\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Beige-Grey-Nude-Aesthetic-Tender-Minimalist-Moodboard-Photo-Collage-Instagram-Post-80x80.png 80w, https:\/\/www.fallriverdiocese.org\/app\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Beige-Grey-Nude-Aesthetic-Tender-Minimalist-Moodboard-Photo-Collage-Instagram-Post-180x180.png 180w, https:\/\/www.fallriverdiocese.org\/app\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Beige-Grey-Nude-Aesthetic-Tender-Minimalist-Moodboard-Photo-Collage-Instagram-Post-120x120.png 120w, https:\/\/www.fallriverdiocese.org\/app\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Beige-Grey-Nude-Aesthetic-Tender-Minimalist-Moodboard-Photo-Collage-Instagram-Post.png 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:5px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Connecting Faith and Ecology, the Enduring Impact of Laudato Si\u2019<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Among several important discussions, a workshop I attended on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vatican.va\/content\/francesco\/en\/encyclicals\/documents\/papa-francesco_20150524_enciclica-laudato-si.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Laudato Si\u2019<\/a> focused on ecological awareness and climate change. The discussion was timely, given that the global <a href=\"https:\/\/unfccc.int\/cop30\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">COP30<\/a> climate conference was simultaneously taking place in the Amazon. It was heartening to see so many bishops eager to engage in this topic, to learn how climate change affects people, and to explore ways we can help reduce the damage being done to our planet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We also revisited the document <a href=\"https:\/\/www.usccb.org\/sjp\/forming-consciences-faithful-citizenship\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship<\/a>, which guides Catholics in living their civic responsibilities through a well-formed (and informed) conscience. This resource has been updated several times over the years, and we continue to reaffirm its importance in helping Catholics understand and apply the Church\u2019s social teaching as we approach future elections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Consecrating the Nation to the Sacred Heart<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The bishops also approved plans to consecrate the United States to the Sacred Heart of Jesus in 2026, coinciding with our nation\u2019s 250th anniversary. This consecration will take place during our June meeting in Orlando. It will be a moment of prayer and renewal, reminding us that our hope for the nation\u2019s future rests in Christ\u2019s mercy and love.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Given the unpredictability of air travel, I joined Providence Bishop Bruce Lewandowski on his drive back to New England. As we traveled north on Route 95, I reflected on a renewed gratitude for the fraternity of my brother bishops and for the faithful people we serve. May our work bear fruit in justice, compassion, and peace for all God\u2019s children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:4px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Journey from Christ the King to Advent<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:5px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"560\" height=\"373\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fallriverdiocese.org\/app\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Jesus_Christ_the_King_in_Glory_and_Judgment.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42883\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fallriverdiocese.org\/app\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Jesus_Christ_the_King_in_Glory_and_Judgment.png 560w, https:\/\/www.fallriverdiocese.org\/app\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Jesus_Christ_the_King_in_Glory_and_Judgment-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.fallriverdiocese.org\/app\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Jesus_Christ_the_King_in_Glory_and_Judgment-240x160.png 240w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 560px) 100vw, 560px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:5px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Once again, we prepare to conclude the Liturgical Year through the celebration of the <a href=\"https:\/\/bible.usccb.org\/bible\/readings\/112325.cfm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe<\/a>, or the Feast of Christ the King this Sunday. This solemn celebration reminds us that earthly powers are temporary, but Christ\u2019s reign is eternal and His kingdom endures forever. The feast began in the 1920s during a time of rising secularism.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For something different in my blog, I have invited the five Deans of the Diocese to offer reflections for the upcoming Sundays, beginning with Christ the King and continuing through the four Sundays of Advent. Our Diocese is divided into five territorial districts or deaneries and from each I appoint a priest to assist me in some aspects of administration and the coordination of pastoral activity in that area. This priest is called the Dean or, sometimes more formally, the Vicar Forane.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here is the first reflection by Father Riley Williams, Fall River Dean:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignleft size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"273\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fallriverdiocese.org\/app\/uploads\/2025\/11\/FrRWilliams.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42900\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fallriverdiocese.org\/app\/uploads\/2025\/11\/FrRWilliams.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.fallriverdiocese.org\/app\/uploads\/2025\/11\/FrRWilliams-198x180.jpg 198w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Imagine. When I say that word, I\u2019m sure that the John Lennon song is what comes to mind for a lot of us.\u00a0 Of course, it begins with \u201cImagine there&#8217;s no heaven\/ It&#8217;s easy if you try,\u201d as it presents a vision of a better world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But I ask you to consider this: is there anything more powerful than authentic faith in Jesus Christ that can bring us together: that can heal divisions: that can bring to fulfillment the aspirations of which John Lennon sang?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Imagine is what today\u2019s feast of Christ the King asks us to do: to imagine what the Kingdom of Christ would look like here on earth; and at the same time to do more than imagine: it calls us to realize that this Kingdom is not simply something to look for at the end of time, but a reality that we are called to help make more present here and now.\u00a0 Ever since Jesus sent out His disciples before He ascended into Heaven, this is what Christians have done.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this month of November, we\u2019ve remembered the saints and the rich history of faith in action that they offer us, in particular, their realization that they were called to be a part of making the Kingdom of God a reality here in this world.&nbsp; Today\u2019s feast reminds us that we have received this calling as well, sharing with others the reconciliation that Christ has won for us, and letting the power of His invisible grace be made visible in and through us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Imagine\u2013 it\u2019s easy if you try \u2013 what part you and I can do in making Christ\u2019s Kingdom more of a reality on earth.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>Please join us during this sacred season of anticipation and hope as we reflect together on the coming of Christ.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sincerely,<br>+Bishop da Cunha<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Bishop da Cunha reflects on key moments from the U.S. Bishops\u2019 Meeting in Baltimore and invites the Diocese into a new series of reflections for Christ the King and Advent. 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