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SUMMARY:Date Night Series for Married and Engaged Couples
DESCRIPTION:Holy Cross Family Ministries of Easton is hosting a monthly Date Night Series: The Joy of Marriage\, at the Father Peyton Center in North Easton. The date nights will include reflection\, fellowship\, and appetizers. The series dates and topics are below. Attend any or all series dates as your schedule allows. \nSeries Dates:\nSeptember 21\, 2024 – The Joy of Marriage\nOctober 19 – The Joy of Saying Yes\nNovember 16 – The Joy of Service\nDecember 14 – The Joy of Jesus\nJanuary 18\, 2025 – The Joy of Compassion\nFebruary 15* – The Joy of Love (*additional details forthcoming)\nMarch 29 – The Joy of Mercy\nApril 26 – The Joy of Home \nThere is no cost to attend\, but registration is required. Register early; space is limited. (Please register now even if you can’t make all sessions.) \nContact Amy Dyke at ADyke@hcfm.org or 508-238-4095 or register online at www.museumoffamilyprayer.org/joyful-marriage-series
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/date-night-series-for-married-and-engaged-couples/
LOCATION:Father Peyton Center\, 518 Washington St.\, North Easton\, MA\, 02356\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T200000
DTSTAMP:20260928T170850
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SUMMARY:St. John Paul II School Open House
DESCRIPTION:Preparatory Grades (5-8) Open House: 5-6:30 p.m.\nHigh School Open House: 6:30-8 p.m.
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/st-john-paul-ii-school-preparatory-grades-open-house/
LOCATION:St. John Paul II School\, 120 High School Rd.\, Hyannis\, MA\, 02601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T200000
DTSTAMP:20260928T170850
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T191416Z
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SUMMARY:O.C.I.A. Team Building Series
DESCRIPTION:This is a five-session “team building” series for the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (O.C.I.A.)\, sponsored by the Secretariat for the New Evangelization. This is as an opportunity for pastors to gather with parish staff and volunteers to establish or grow their O.C.I.A. teams. The series offers a deep dive into all four phases of the O.C.I.A. process centered around the pastoral\, catechetical and liturgical aspects of formation. \nThe series is offered on Wednesdays\, November 13 and 20\, and December 4\, 11\, and 18\, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at St. Mary Parish in South Dartmouth. \nTo register\, please contact Beni Costa-Reedy at beni@stmarysdartmouth.org \nNote that this same series will also be offered at two other times\, in South Yarmouth and East Taunton. Please click on the flyer at right for details. \nPlease contact Deacon Chris Paul at the Secretariat for the New Evangelization at 508-658-9089 or by email cpaul@dioc-fr.org.
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/o-c-i-a-team-building-series-2/
LOCATION:St. Mary Church\, 783 Dartmouth St.\, Dartmouth\, Massachusetts\, 02748
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241201T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241201T160000
DTSTAMP:20260928T170850
CREATED:20190920T183925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241201T182912Z
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SUMMARY:Marian Awards Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:Bishop Edgar M. da Cunha\, S.D.V.\, will present the Marian Award to nominated members of parishes in the Diocese of Fall River in recognition of their dedicated service to the Church. \nThe Marian Awards Ceremony will be streamed live on the St. Mary Cathedral website at www.olfallriver.org. Please click “Watch” along the menu bar at the top of the page.
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/marian-medal-awards-ceremony-3-2/
LOCATION:St. Mary’s Cathedral\, 327 Second St.\, Fall River\, MA\, 02721
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T200000
DTSTAMP:20260928T170850
CREATED:20240808T201803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T191416Z
UID:37025-1731522600-1731528000@www.fallriverdiocese.org
SUMMARY:O.C.I.A. Team Building Series
DESCRIPTION:This is a five-session “team building” series for the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (O.C.I.A.)\, sponsored by the Secretariat for the New Evangelization. This is as an opportunity for pastors to gather with parish staff and volunteers to establish or grow their O.C.I.A. teams. The series offers a deep dive into all four phases of the O.C.I.A. process centered around the pastoral\, catechetical and liturgical aspects of formation. \nThe series is offered on Wednesdays\, November 13 and 20\, and December 4\, 11\, and 18\, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at St. Mary Parish in South Dartmouth. \nTo register\, please contact Beni Costa-Reedy at beni@stmarysdartmouth.org \nNote that this same series will also be offered at two other times\, in South Yarmouth and East Taunton. Please click on the flyer at right for details. \nPlease contact Deacon Chris Paul at the Secretariat for the New Evangelization at 508-658-9089 or by email cpaul@dioc-fr.org.
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/o-c-i-a-team-building-series-2/
LOCATION:St. Mary Church\, 783 Dartmouth St.\, Dartmouth\, Massachusetts\, 02748
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T210000
DTSTAMP:20260928T170850
CREATED:20240815T192756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T192756Z
UID:37125-1731610800-1731618000@www.fallriverdiocese.org
SUMMARY:O.C.I.A. Team Building Series
DESCRIPTION:This is a two-session “team building” series for the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (O.C.I.A.)\, sponsored by the Secretariat for the New Evangelization. This is as an opportunity for pastors to gather with parish staff and volunteers to establish or grow their O.C.I.A. teams. The series offers a deep dive into all four phases of the O.C.I.A. process centered around the pastoral\, catechetical and liturgical aspects of formation. \nThe series is offered on Thursdays\, November 14 and December 5\, from 7 to 9 p.m. at Holy Family Parish in East Taunton. \nTo register\, please contact Sue Massoud at susan.massoud@gmail.com \nNote that this same series will also be offered at two other times\, in South Dartmouth and East Taunton. Please click on the flyer at right for details. \nPlease contact Deacon Chris Paul at the Secretariat for the New Evangelization at 508-658-9089 or by email cpaul@dioc-fr.org.
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/o-c-i-a-team-building-series-3/
LOCATION:Holy Family Parish Center\, 438 Middleboro Avenue\, East Taunton\, MA\, 02718\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T203000
DTSTAMP:20260928T170850
CREATED:20241125T163309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T181316Z
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SUMMARY:Family Advent Celebration
DESCRIPTION: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. \nChristmas 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 a benefit Christmas concert by Catholic musician Marie Miller (www.MarieMillerMusic.com) with a light reception to follow. \nBoth parts of the event are free. All donations will be forwarded to the Virika Cathedral in the Fort Portal Diocese\, Uganda\, for the repair of their roof. \nFor more info\, to register\, or to donate\, please visit: hcfm.info/advent. \nQuestions? Please call Amy Dyke\, Director of The Father Peyton Center\, at 508-238-4095.
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/family-advent-celebration/
LOCATION:Father Peyton Center\, 518 Washington St.\, North Easton\, MA\, 02356\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241209T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241209T193000
DTSTAMP:20260928T170850
CREATED:20241126T162714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T162714Z
UID:38457-1733767200-1733772600@www.fallriverdiocese.org
SUMMARY:Advent Mission Night
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe cost is free. Space is limited; please register early at www.MuseumOfFamilyPrayer.org/advent-mission \nQuestions? Please contact Amy Dyke\, Director of The Father Peyton Center\, at 508-238-4095 or by email at ADyke@hcfm.org.
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/advent-mission-night/
LOCATION:Father Peyton Center\, 518 Washington St.\, North Easton\, MA\, 02356\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T200000
DTSTAMP:20260928T170850
CREATED:20240808T201803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T191416Z
UID:37025-1731522600-1731528000@www.fallriverdiocese.org
SUMMARY:O.C.I.A. Team Building Series
DESCRIPTION:This is a five-session “team building” series for the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (O.C.I.A.)\, sponsored by the Secretariat for the New Evangelization. This is as an opportunity for pastors to gather with parish staff and volunteers to establish or grow their O.C.I.A. teams. The series offers a deep dive into all four phases of the O.C.I.A. process centered around the pastoral\, catechetical and liturgical aspects of formation. \nThe series is offered on Wednesdays\, November 13 and 20\, and December 4\, 11\, and 18\, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at St. Mary Parish in South Dartmouth. \nTo register\, please contact Beni Costa-Reedy at beni@stmarysdartmouth.org \nNote that this same series will also be offered at two other times\, in South Yarmouth and East Taunton. Please click on the flyer at right for details. \nPlease contact Deacon Chris Paul at the Secretariat for the New Evangelization at 508-658-9089 or by email cpaul@dioc-fr.org.
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/o-c-i-a-team-building-series-2/
LOCATION:St. Mary Church\, 783 Dartmouth St.\, Dartmouth\, Massachusetts\, 02748
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T200000
DTSTAMP:20260928T170850
CREATED:20240808T201803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T191416Z
UID:37025-1731522600-1731528000@www.fallriverdiocese.org
SUMMARY:O.C.I.A. Team Building Series
DESCRIPTION:This is a five-session “team building” series for the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (O.C.I.A.)\, sponsored by the Secretariat for the New Evangelization. This is as an opportunity for pastors to gather with parish staff and volunteers to establish or grow their O.C.I.A. teams. The series offers a deep dive into all four phases of the O.C.I.A. process centered around the pastoral\, catechetical and liturgical aspects of formation. \nThe series is offered on Wednesdays\, November 13 and 20\, and December 4\, 11\, and 18\, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at St. Mary Parish in South Dartmouth. \nTo register\, please contact Beni Costa-Reedy at beni@stmarysdartmouth.org \nNote that this same series will also be offered at two other times\, in South Yarmouth and East Taunton. Please click on the flyer at right for details. \nPlease contact Deacon Chris Paul at the Secretariat for the New Evangelization at 508-658-9089 or by email cpaul@dioc-fr.org.
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/o-c-i-a-team-building-series-2/
LOCATION:St. Mary Church\, 783 Dartmouth St.\, Dartmouth\, Massachusetts\, 02748
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241229T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241229T163000
DTSTAMP:20260928T170850
CREATED:20241206T145938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241231T130931Z
UID:38727-1735484400-1735489800@www.fallriverdiocese.org
SUMMARY:Mass to Open Jubilee Year 2025
DESCRIPTION:You’re Invited to Open the Jubilee Year with Bishop da Cunha \nOn 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 p.m. in St. Mary’s Cathedral\, Fall River\, and the faithful from the Diocese of Fall River are invited and encouraged to take part. \nThe Mass will follow the opening of the Holy Door of St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome on Christmas Eve by Pope Francis to officially begin the Jubilee Year for the Universal Church. A Jubilee is a special year of prayer\, reconciliation\, and spiritual renewal\, ordinarily taking place every 25 years. Jubilee 2025 will have as its theme\, “Pilgrims of Hope.” \nIn a February 2022 letter\, the Holy Father Pope Francis announced 2025 as a Jubilee Year for the Universal Church\, announcing as the theme\, Pilgrims of Hope. Pope Francis stated\, ” “We must fan the flame of hope that has been given us and help everyone to gain new strength and certainty by looking to the future with an open spirit\, a trusting heart and far-sighted vision. The forthcoming Jubilee can contribute greatly to restoring a climate of hope and trust as a prelude to the renewal and rebirth that we so urgently desire…” \nThe Jubilee Year will offer the faithful opportunities to participate in various jubilee events at the Vatican and in their own dioceses. Look for forthcoming information on additional opportunities to become a ‘Pilgrim of Hope’ through your own participation in Jubilee Year observances. \nVisit the Vatican Jubilee Year website here\nVisit the USCCB website for information here \nRead Bishop da Cunha’s December 18th Blog Post on the Jubilee Year.
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/mass-to-open-jubilee-year-2025/
LOCATION:St. Mary’s Cathedral\, 327 Second St.\, Fall River\, MA\, 02721
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250102
DTSTAMP:20260928T170850
CREATED:20181220T175411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T171626Z
UID:32680-1735689600-1735775999@www.fallriverdiocese.org
SUMMARY:Solemnity of Mary\, Mother of God
DESCRIPTION: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 Elizabeth\, at the prompting of the Spirit and even before the birth of her Son\, as ‘the mother of my Lord.’ This is also the Octave of Christmas\, or the 8th day of Christmas. This is a holy day of obligation. Please check your parish bulletin or website for the schedule of Masses.
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/solemnity-of-mary-mother-of-god-3-3/
LOCATION:Parishes in the Diocese of Fall River
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T210000
DTSTAMP:20260928T170850
CREATED:20241024T174902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241024T175212Z
UID:38168-1731780000-1731790800@www.fallriverdiocese.org
SUMMARY:Date Night Series for Married and Engaged Couples
DESCRIPTION:Holy Cross Family Ministries of Easton is hosting a monthly Date Night Series: The Joy of Marriage\, at the Father Peyton Center in North Easton. The date nights will include reflection\, fellowship\, and appetizers. The series dates and topics are below. Attend any or all series dates as your schedule allows. \nSeries Dates:\nSeptember 21\, 2024 – The Joy of Marriage\nOctober 19 – The Joy of Saying Yes\nNovember 16 – The Joy of Service\nDecember 14 – The Joy of Jesus\nJanuary 18\, 2025 – The Joy of Compassion\nFebruary 15* – The Joy of Love (*additional details forthcoming)\nMarch 29 – The Joy of Mercy\nApril 26 – The Joy of Home \nThere is no cost to attend\, but registration is required. Register early; space is limited. (Please register now even if you can’t make all sessions.) \nContact Amy Dyke at ADyke@hcfm.org or 508-238-4095 or register online at www.museumoffamilyprayer.org/joyful-marriage-series
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/date-night-series-for-married-and-engaged-couples/
LOCATION:Father Peyton Center\, 518 Washington St.\, North Easton\, MA\, 02356\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250120T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250120T203000
DTSTAMP:20260928T170850
CREATED:20240103T164457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T155136Z
UID:26126-1737394200-1737405000@www.fallriverdiocese.org
SUMMARY:CYO Basketball Jamboree
DESCRIPTION: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 III\, and a God’s Squad Team of Priests and Religious Sisters vs. CYO All Stars Basketball Game! \nHere’s the line: the free throw contest\, music\, and more from 5:30 to 7 p.m.; and the basketball game from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. \nAll are invited to support the youth in the diocesan CYO and our priests!
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/cyo-basketball-jamboree/
LOCATION:Bishop Connolly High School\, 373 Elsbree St.\, Fall River\, MA\, 02720
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250123T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250123T200000
DTSTAMP:20260928T170850
CREATED:20250114T203657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T203657Z
UID:39436-1737653400-1737662400@www.fallriverdiocese.org
SUMMARY:Parish Leader Dinner
DESCRIPTION: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 the areas of parish ministry\, evangelization and catechesis. In particular\, parish and catechetical leaders will receive updated information on the Vatican Directory and from the USCCB on evangelizing catechesis. Guest presenter will be John Roberto\, who is President of the National Conference of Catechetical Leaders and co-author of Guided by the Directory for Catechesis (2024). \nParticipants must register to attend; registration is through one’s parish. Registration deadline is Friday\, January 17th.
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/parish-leader-dinner/
LOCATION:Holy Family Parish Center\, 438 Middleboro Avenue\, East Taunton\, MA\, 02718\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Secretariat for the New Evangelization":MAILTO:dcarvalho@dioc-fr.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250126
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250202
DTSTAMP:20260928T170850
CREATED:20200103T201726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T194211Z
UID:32692-1737849600-1738454399@www.fallriverdiocese.org
SUMMARY:Catholic Schools Week
DESCRIPTION: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 when many Catholic schools host open houses and school tours for prospective students and families. Parents who are interested in enrolling a child in a Catholic school in the Fall River Diocese or learning more about one should contact the school of interest for information. \nPlease click here for the schedule of Open Houses during Catholic Schools Week at Catholic schools throughout the Diocese of Fall River. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/catholic-schools-week-begins-3-3/
LOCATION:Catholic Schools in the Diocese
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250208T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250208T170000
DTSTAMP:20260928T170850
CREATED:20250123T165157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T165157Z
UID:39617-1739030400-1739034000@www.fallriverdiocese.org
SUMMARY:Mass for Consecrated Life
DESCRIPTION:Men and women religious throughout the Diocese of Fall River are invited to this Mass. This special liturgy honors all those who have dedicated their lives to serving the Church through consecrated life. Bishop Edgar M. da Cunha\, S.D.V.\, will be celebrant and homilist for this Mass. It will also celebrate the anniversaries of those who have reached milestones in their service. \nThis Mass follows World Day of Prayer for Consecrated Life\, which is observed each year of February 2nd. In 1997\, Pope Saint John Paul II instituted this day of prayer for women and men in consecrated life. This celebration is attached to the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord on February 2nd. This Feast is also known as Candlemas Day; the day on which candles are blessed symbolizing Christ who is the light of the world. So too\, those in consecrated life are called to reflect the light of Jesus Christ to all peoples. \nAll of the faithful are asked to please pray for all those who have made commitments in the consecrated life\, and be sure to thank them for their service at this time. May they continue to be inspired by Jesus Christ and respond generously to God’s gift of their vocation.
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/mass-for-consecrated-life/
LOCATION:St. Mary’s Cathedral\, 327 Second St.\, Fall River\, MA\, 02721
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250209T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250209T160000
DTSTAMP:20260928T170850
CREATED:20190812T145322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T171056Z
UID:32964-1739113200-1739116800@www.fallriverdiocese.org
SUMMARY:Wedding Anniversary Mass Postponed
DESCRIPTION:With significant snow predicted to fall this weekend\, the Wedding Anniversary Mass scheduled for Sunday\, February 9\, has been postponed. The Wedding Anniversary Mass will now be celebrated on Sunday\, March 2\, at 3 p.m. in St. Mary’s Cathedral\, Fall River
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/wedding-anniversary-celebration-3-4/
LOCATION:St. Mary’s Cathedral\, 327 Second St.\, Fall River\, MA\, 02721
ORGANIZER;CN="Secretariat for the New Evangelization":MAILTO:dcarvalho@dioc-fr.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250214
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250217
DTSTAMP:20260928T170850
CREATED:20250124T212643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T212643Z
UID:39632-1739491200-1739750399@www.fallriverdiocese.org
SUMMARY:What Next? Retreat
DESCRIPTION:This What Next? Retreat is a Charis Retreat for young adults in their 20s and 30s to explore their relationship with God. Are you in the midst of transitions in career\, relationships\, or geography? Are you feeling stressed and unsure about what lies next for you? \nConsider taking part in this What Next? Retreat: \n\nConnect with other young adults who are also navigating a period of transition\nEncounter the ways God is present in the midst of uncertainty\nGrow in your faith so it can support you through transitions in your life\n\nLearn more/register here \nThe Diocese of Fall River is a Charis Retreat Partner. Charis Retreats are for those in their 20’s and 30’s. \n 
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/what-next-retreat/
LOCATION:La Salette Retreat & Conference Center\, 947 Park St.\, Attleboro\, MA\, 02703\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T210000
DTSTAMP:20260928T170850
CREATED:20241024T174902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241024T175212Z
UID:38168-1731780000-1731790800@www.fallriverdiocese.org
SUMMARY:Date Night Series for Married and Engaged Couples
DESCRIPTION:Holy Cross Family Ministries of Easton is hosting a monthly Date Night Series: The Joy of Marriage\, at the Father Peyton Center in North Easton. The date nights will include reflection\, fellowship\, and appetizers. The series dates and topics are below. Attend any or all series dates as your schedule allows. \nSeries Dates:\nSeptember 21\, 2024 – The Joy of Marriage\nOctober 19 – The Joy of Saying Yes\nNovember 16 – The Joy of Service\nDecember 14 – The Joy of Jesus\nJanuary 18\, 2025 – The Joy of Compassion\nFebruary 15* – The Joy of Love (*additional details forthcoming)\nMarch 29 – The Joy of Mercy\nApril 26 – The Joy of Home \nThere is no cost to attend\, but registration is required. Register early; space is limited. (Please register now even if you can’t make all sessions.) \nContact Amy Dyke at ADyke@hcfm.org or 508-238-4095 or register online at www.museumoffamilyprayer.org/joyful-marriage-series
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/date-night-series-for-married-and-engaged-couples/
LOCATION:Father Peyton Center\, 518 Washington St.\, North Easton\, MA\, 02356\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250221
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250224
DTSTAMP:20260928T170850
CREATED:20250124T203106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T203106Z
UID:39623-1740096000-1740355199@www.fallriverdiocese.org
SUMMARY:Come and See Weekend: Explore the Priesthood and Discern Your Vocation
DESCRIPTION:God often asks us to step away from the busyness of our lives so we can truly hear His voice. Whether you are just starting to explore God’s call for your life\, or you have been praying about the priesthood for a long time\, the Fall River Diocesan Vocations Office invites you to take a meaningful step in discernment and dedicate a weekend to listening for God’s call. This weekend retreat is for young men (18+) who are interested in learning more about the diocesan priesthood. \nLasting from Friday evening to Sunday at noon\, this retreat will offer: \n\n• Talks about discernment and the priesthood\n• Mass and time for silent prayer\n• Spiritual direction with a priest\n• The opportunity to ask questions and engage in conversation with seminarians and priests\n• Fellowship with seminarians\, priests\, and other discerners\n\nYou can register to attend here \nQuestions? Please contact Fr. Jack Schrader\, who is Vocations Director for the Diocese of Fall River\, at 508-888-0209 or by email frjschrader@diocese-fr.org
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/come-and-see-weekend-explore-the-priesthood-and-discern-your-vocation/
LOCATION:St. Joseph Parish\, 43 Green St.\, Lynn\, MA\, 01902
ORGANIZER;CN="Vocations Office":MAILTO:frjschrader@diocese-fr.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250226T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250226T203000
DTSTAMP:20260928T170850
CREATED:20250206T200837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T200837Z
UID:39843-1740596400-1740601800@www.fallriverdiocese.org
SUMMARY:St. Andre Lecture at Stonehill College
DESCRIPTION:“Fr. Moreau and the Mission of Catholic Education” is the topic of this St. Andre Lecture at Stonehill College to be presented by Fr. Kevin Grove\, C.S.C.\, Holy Cross Priest\, & Director of the Master of Divinity program at Notre Dame University.  \nBorn and raised in Montana\, Fr. Grove was ordained a Holy Cross priest at Notre Dame in 2010. After doctoral studies at the University of Cambridge and before joining the faculty at Notre Dame\, Grove was a postdoctoral researcher at L’Institut Catholique in Paris\, France\, and a fellow at the Notre Dame Institute for Advanced Study. Grove studies Christology\, memory\, St. Augustine\, and the spirituality of Fr. Basil Moreau. In addition to his research and teaching\, Grove serves pastorally at Notre Dame as an assistant faculty chaplain\, the director of the Master of Divinity program\, and as a pastoral resident for undergraduates in Dunne Hall. \nThe lecture will be presented in the McCarthy Auditorium in May Hall on the Campus of Stonehill College in Easton. \nFor more information\, please contact Kim Cordeiro at Stonehill College at kcordeiro@stonehill.edu or by telephone\, 508-565-1551.
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/st-andre-lecture-at-stonehill-college/
LOCATION:Stonehill College\, 320 Washington St.\, North Easton\, MA\, 02357\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250302T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250302T203000
DTSTAMP:20260928T170850
CREATED:20250213T160659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T160659Z
UID:39961-1740940200-1740947400@www.fallriverdiocese.org
SUMMARY:Pro-Life Night
DESCRIPTION:St. Francis Xavier Parish invites all to this Pro-Life Night. It will feature a Pro-Life Talk by Jay Hamel\, Eucharistic Adoration and prayer and music by Justin Dery. \nPlease consider bringing a baby item or gift card to help a Mom in need. Collected items will be donated to the Diocese of Fall River Family and Respect Life Office.
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/pro-life-night/
LOCATION:St. Francis Xavier Church\, 125 Main St.\, Acushnet\, MA\, 02743
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250308T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250308T143000
DTSTAMP:20260928T170850
CREATED:20241206T151137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T160930Z
UID:38730-1741438800-1741444200@www.fallriverdiocese.org
SUMMARY:Living on Hope Series - Cape Cod
DESCRIPTION:This is the final session of a three-part Pro-Life Advocacy Workshop held on Cape Cod. Presenter will be Linda Thayer\, who taught science for thirty-four years in the Boston Public Schools and has done pro-life / pro-family presentations for over 250\, 000 teenagers in the greater Boston area. She served as a member of the Massachusetts Citizens for Life Board from 2005 to 2018\, headed up the MCFL Speakers Bureau\, and has served as a consultant for the Archdiocesan Pro-Life Office. \nEach session will take place at Corpus Christi Parish Hall in East Sandwich\, beginning at 1 p.m. There is no cost to attend any of the sessions; light refreshments will be served. \nRegistration is required. Please register here \nFor more information\, please contact Irina Robinson\, Family and Respect Life Director for the Diocese of Fall River\, at irobinson@dioc-fr.org or 508-669-7966; or Deborah LeDoux\, Family and Respect Life Coordinator for the Diocese\, at dledoux@dioc-fr.org or 508-658-2956.
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/living-on-hope-series-on-cape-cod/
LOCATION:Corpus Christi Parish Center\, 324 Quaker Meeting House Rd.\, East Sandwich\, Massachusetts\, 02537
ORGANIZER;CN="Secretariat for the New Evangelization":MAILTO:dcarvalho@dioc-fr.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250321
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250324
DTSTAMP:20260928T170850
CREATED:20190108T152601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T200718Z
UID:32960-1742515200-1742774399@www.fallriverdiocese.org
SUMMARY:YES! Retreat
DESCRIPTION:The La Salette Retreat Center in Attleboro is the location for this year’s Yes! Retreat to be held from Friday\, March 21\, 2025 to Sunday\, March 23\, 2025. The Yes! Retreat program provides high school youth (grades 10-12) who are seeking a closer relationship with God with an opportunity to encounter Him through the sharing of sacraments\, fellowship\, a closer examination of self and relationships with others in community and finally\, a closer relationship with Jesus Christ. The weekend experience allows young people to affirm their confirmation promises; to say “Yes”to all that God seeks for and from them; to return to their communities with renewed conviction and empowerment to bring Christ to others. \nCost to attend is $250. per person. \nYES! Retreat Registration Link \nQuestions? Please email Oscar Rivera\, Diocesan Director of Youth Ministry\, at orivera@dioc-fr.org
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/yes-retreat-4-4/
LOCATION:La Salette Retreat & Conference Center\, 947 Park St.\, Attleboro\, MA\, 02703\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Secretariat for the New Evangelization":MAILTO:dcarvalho@dioc-fr.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T141500
DTSTAMP:20260928T170850
CREATED:20250213T155728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T155728Z
UID:39958-1742634000-1742652900@www.fallriverdiocese.org
SUMMARY:OCIA Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Catechumens\, candidates\, sponsors and RCIA teams are welcome to attend this Order of Christian Initiation of Adults Retreat. \nRegistration required. Please contact Deacon Chris Paul of the Secretariat of the New Evangelization\, by email cpaul@dioc-fr.org or by telephone 508-658-9089.
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/ocia-retreat/
LOCATION:St. John Neumann Church\, 157 Middleboro Rd.\, East Freetown\, MA\, 02717\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Secretariat for the New Evangelization":MAILTO:dcarvalho@dioc-fr.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T121500
DTSTAMP:20260928T170850
CREATED:20210308T145948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T202555Z
UID:14428-1743073200-1743077700@www.fallriverdiocese.org
SUMMARY:Pro-Life Mass and Awards
DESCRIPTION:Bishop Edgar M. da Cunha\, S.D.V.\, will celebrate the annual Pro-Life Mass on this day\, which nears the Feast of the Annunciation of the Lord. The Mass is followed by the presentation of the John Cardinal O’Connor Annual Pro-Life Awards and the Pro-Life Student Essay Contest Awards. All are welcome to attend. \nPlease note the change in date\, Thursday\, March 27\, from the initial posting.
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/pro-life-mass-2/
LOCATION:St. Julie Billiart Church\, 494 Slocum Rd.\, North Dartmouth\, MA\, 02747\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Secretariat for the New Evangelization":MAILTO:dcarvalho@dioc-fr.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250331
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250404
DTSTAMP:20260928T170850
CREATED:20250307T192205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T135006Z
UID:40179-1743379200-1743724799@www.fallriverdiocese.org
SUMMARY:Fall River Deanery Lenten Mission
DESCRIPTION:“The Fire of Love Rekindles Our Hope!” is the theme of the 2025 Fall River Deanery Lenten Mission\, to take place from Monday\, March 31\, through Thursday\, April 3. All are welcome to attend. There will be two sessions offered each day: \n Midday Session \n\nConfessions: 11:15-11:45 a.m.\nMass & Mission: 12 noon\nCathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption\n327 Second St.\, Fall River\, MA 02721\n\n Evening Session \n\nConfessions: 6:00-6:45 p.m.\nMass & Mission: 7 p.m.\nBishop Connolly High School Auditorium\n373 Elsbree St.\, Fall River\, MA 02720\n\nFather Stan Fortuna\, a Franciscan Friar of the Renewal\, will be the mission preacher. Assigned to the work of preaching full-time\, Fr. Stan travels extensively across the country and around the world celebrating Mass\, giving talks\, and performing concerts with any proceeds going to support his religious community’s hands-on  work with poor and underprivileged families. Prior to his becoming a priest\, he was a professional jazz musician. He is founder of the non-profit Franciscan Productions\, which mixes message and music.
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/fall-river-deanery-lenten-mission-5/
LOCATION:Massachusetts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T140000
DTSTAMP:20260928T170850
CREATED:20250304T162457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T162457Z
UID:40095-1743847200-1743861600@www.fallriverdiocese.org
SUMMARY:Faith Formation Day
DESCRIPTION:A special invitation is extended to Marriage Ministry volunteers\, Pro-Life Ministry volunteers and members of the Clergy to attend this informational day being offered by the Family and Respect Life Office/Secretariat for the New Evangelization of the Diocese of Fall River. This Faith Formation Day will address topics of sexuality\, natural family planning\, and parenting through the lens of the Catholic faith. \nGuest presenters will be Craig and Amy Dyke. Craig Dyke is the Marriage and Family Evangelization Consultant for Holy Cross Family Ministries in Easton\, Mass. Amy Dyke is a Certified Natural Family Planning Instructor and the Events and Programs Coordinator for Holy Cross Family Ministries. \nThere is no cost for the Day\, but persons must RSVP to attend by April 1\, 2025. Please contact either Irina Robinson\, Director of Family and Respect Life\, for the Secretariat for the New Evangelization\, at 508-669-7966 or email\, irobinson@dioc-fr.org\, or Deborah LeDoux\, Coordinator of Family and Respect Life for the Secretariat\, at 508-658-2956\, or by email\, dledoux@dioc-fr.org \n 
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/faith-formation-day/
LOCATION:Museum of Family Prayer\, 518 Washington St.\, North Easton\, Massachusetts\, 02356
ORGANIZER;CN="Secretariat for the New Evangelization":MAILTO:dcarvalho@dioc-fr.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T210000
DTSTAMP:20260928T170850
CREATED:20241024T175515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T150745Z
UID:38171-1743876000-1743886800@www.fallriverdiocese.org
SUMMARY:Date Night Series for Married and Engaged Couples
DESCRIPTION:Holy Cross Family Ministries of Easton is hosting a monthly Date Night Series: The Joy of Marriage\, at the Father Peyton Center in North Easton. The date nights will include reflection\, fellowship\, and appetizers. The series dates and topics are below. Attend any or all series dates as your schedule allows. \nSeries Dates:\nSeptember 21\, 2024 – The Joy of Marriage\nOctober 19 – The Joy of Saying Yes\nNovember 16 – The Joy of Service\nDecember 14 – The Joy of Jesus\nJanuary 18\, 2025 – The Joy of Compassion\nFebruary 15* – The Joy of Love (*additional details forthcoming)\nMarch 29 – The Joy of Mercy\nApril 26 – The Joy of Home \nThere is no cost to attend\, but registration is required. Register early; space is limited. (Please register now even if you can’t make all sessions.) \nContact Amy Dyke at ADyke@hcfm.org or 508-238-4095 or register online at www.museumoffamilyprayer.org/joyful-marriage-series
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/date-night-series-for-married-and-engaged-couples-2/
LOCATION:Father Peyton Center\, 518 Washington St.\, North Easton\, MA\, 02356\, United States
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