Calendar of Events

Finding Hope in the Waiting is the theme of this year's popular Advent retreat offered for women. It will feature three keynote presenters: Sr. Jaime Mitchell is a Sister with the Franciscans of the Eucharist of Chicago, where with her order she aids in service to the poor, evangelization, and teaching. She is featured on the …

Come for one or both parts of this Family Advent Celebration on Saturday, December 7, at the Father Peyton Center, 518 Washington St., N. Easton. Christmas craft, family sing-along and pizza and salad from 3:00 to 5:30 pm. The evening event, from 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm, next door at St. Joseph Chapel, will be …

This solemnity commemorates the fact that Mary, in view of her calling to be the Mother of Christ and in virtue of his merits, was preserved from the first moment of her conception from original sin and was filled with grace from the very beginning of her life. The official teaching of the Church says: “The …

Holy Cross Family Ministries is hosting this Advent Mission Night at The Father Peyton Center, 518 Washington St., N. Easton, MA. Father Fred Jenga, C.S.C., will reflect on Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception. Light reception will follow. The cost is free. Space is limited; please register early at www.MuseumOfFamilyPrayer.org/advent-mission Questions? Please contact Amy Dyke, …

Christmas is the Solemnity of the Nativity of the Lord. It is the celebration of Jesus' birth. Christmas is one of the most important days in the Church year. On this day, we recognize the mystery of our loving God who became incarnate to save us. The liturgical season of Christmas begins with the vigil …

You’re Invited to Open the Jubilee Year with Bishop da Cunha On Sunday, December 29, in union with bishops throughout the world, Bishop Edgar M. da Cunha, S.D.V., will celebrate a special Mass to open the local diocesan observance of the Jubilee Year 2025 in the Catholic Church. The Mass will take place at 3 …

The Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God is a liturgical feast day honoring the Blessed Virgin Mary's motherhood in the wake of the birth of the baby Jesus Christ. The Catechism of the Catholic Church explains the basis for this title for Mary. "Called in the Gospels 'the mother of Jesus,' Mary is acclaimed by …

The Catholic Youth Organization (CYO), along with the Knights of Columbus, the Diocesan Office of Vocations, and the Secretariat for the New Evangelization (which oversees CYO), will be holding a Basketball Jamboree at Bishop Connolly High School Gymnasium in Fall River. The evening will include the Knights of Columbus free throw contest, music by Vatican …

The Secretariat for the New Evangelization is hosting this evening first to serve as a thank you to all the "co-workers in the vineyard" as a Jubilee Year begins, and it will honor those marking significant years of work to the Church (including first year). Additionally, the evening will offer development for parish leaders in …

Any married couple that desires a richer, fuller life together deserves a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend. Worldwide Marriage Encounter is designed to deepen and enrich the joys a couple shares together, whether they have been married a short time or many years. Interested in attending, or getting additional information? Please contact Matt and Julie King …

Catholic schools in the Diocese of Fall River Diocese will celebrate Catholic Schools Week 2025 from January 26 through February 1. Observed annually across the country, the week is designed to highlight the value of a Catholic education to young people and its contributions to the Church and wider community. It is also the time …

The Family and Respect Life Office of the Secretariat for the New Evangelization is sponsoring this second annual Healing Mass for the Divorced and Separated. All are welcome to attend. The This Mass is designed specifically for individuals who are going through or have experienced separation or divorce, offering a space for prayer, reflection, and …