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SUMMARY:St. Anne's Shrine Annual Banquet
DESCRIPTION:Cardinal Sean O’Malley\, OFM Cap.\, retired Archbishop of Boston and former Bishop of Fall River\, will be the guest speaker at this year’s St. Anne’s Shrine of Fall River Annual Banquet. The banquet is a fundraiser to support ongoing renovations at the Shrine. Tickets are $125.00 and are available at the Shrine Gift Shop or online at https://shop.whitesofwestport.com/event-tickets \n 
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/st-annes-shrine-annual-banquet/
LOCATION:White’s of Westport\, 66 State Rd. (Rte. 6)\, Westport\, MA\, 02790
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T120000
DTSTAMP:20260928T170333
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T155219Z
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SUMMARY:Diocesan Council of Catholic Women Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Fall River Diocesan Council of Catholic Women (DCCW) invites all women of the Diocese to its September meeting. Guest speaker will be Eileen Magdalen Ross of the Office of the Tribunal and Canonical Services of the Diocese of Fall River.  Her presentation will be on Canon Law\, the official body of laws for the Catholic Church. It is one of the oldest legal systems still in existence. All are welcome; please come and bring a friend! \nThe DCCW endeavors to offer programs and projects that respond with Gospel values to the needs of the Church and society. Its membership is made up of women from various parishes of the Fall River Diocese. \nIf you have any questions\, please call DCCW President Ann Marie Melanson at 508-631-0533 or by email frdccwannmarie@gmail.com
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/diocesan-council-of-catholic-women-meeting-7/
LOCATION:Holy Name of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Church\, 121 Mount Pleasant St.\, New Bedford\, Massachusetts\, 02740
ORGANIZER;CN="Diocesan Council of Catholic Women":MAILTO:frdccwannmarie@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T173000
DTSTAMP:20260928T170333
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SUMMARY:Red Mass
DESCRIPTION:The Red Mass is celebrated widely in the Catholic Church to invoke God’s guidance on judges\, attorneys and others working in the areas of law and justice. Bishop Edgar M. da Cunha\, S.D.V.\, will offer the 27th annual Red Mass for the Diocese of Fall River on this date\, and all are welcome to attend. The Mass will conclude with the presentation of the St. Thomas More Award to members of the legal community to recognize dedicated service. A dinner\, for which tickets are available\, will follow the Mass at White’s of Westport. For more information\, please contact Red Mass Committee Chairman Attorney Michael Harrington at harringtonpc@aol.com or by telephone at 508-994-5900.
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/red-mass/
LOCATION:St. Mary’s Cathedral\, 327 Second St.\, Fall River\, MA\, 02721
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T200000
DTSTAMP:20260928T170333
CREATED:20250930T193011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T193504Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Rosary Festival
DESCRIPTION:Families and friends of all ages are welcome to this celebration of Our Lady of the Rosary.  \nEVENT SCHEDULE\n5:00 pm – Food\, drinks\, ice cream\, music\, fun activities for kids. Indoor tours of the Museum & Gallery\n6:30 pm – Prayers\, Music\, & Candlelight Rosary Procession to Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto\, led by the priests of the Congregation of Holy Cross\n7:15 pm – Fellowship\, apple cider\, and donuts\n8:00 pm – Event concludes \nGet details and register here: http://hcfm.info/rosary-festival\nNo charge to attend!
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/annual-rosary-festival-2/
LOCATION:Father Peyton Center\, 518 Washington St.\, North Easton\, MA\, 02356\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Family Rosary - Mission Department":MAILTO:mission@hcfm.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T170000
DTSTAMP:20260928T170333
CREATED:20240912T142253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T192613Z
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SUMMARY:Mass for Mental Health Awareness
DESCRIPTION:The first week of October\, this year October  5-11\, is Mental Health Awareness Week with a special designation of October 10th as World Mental Health Day. \nIn recognition of the impact that mental health challenges can have on individuals\, their families and caregivers\, Bishop Edgar M. da Cunha\, S.D.V.\, will celebrate two special Masses: \n\nSaturday\, October 11\, at 4 p.m. at Corpus Christi Church\, 324 Quaker Meeting House Road in East Sandwich\nSunday\, October 19\, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary’s Cathedral\, 327 Second Street in Fall River\n\nThese Masses will be offered for those who have lost a loved one to suicide\, drug and alcohol use\, or mental illness\, and for those who are currently experiencing mental health or substance use challenges. All are welcome to either Mass! \nA Book of Remembrance will be offered during the Mass for those who have died by suicide or from mental health or substance-use related issues. If you would like to submit a name or names of loved ones to be included in the Book of Remembrance\, please email FR-Reception@ccfrdioc.org\, with the subject line: Name for Remembrance Book. You may also call Catholic Charities Diocese of Fall River at 508-674-4681 ext. 1101.
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/mass-for-mental-health-awareness/
LOCATION:Corpus Christi Parish\, 324 Quaker Meeting House Rd.\, East Sandwich\, MA\, 02537
ORGANIZER;CN="Catholic Charities":MAILTO:FR-Reception@ccfrdioc.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251012
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251013
DTSTAMP:20260928T170333
CREATED:20250714T190747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T190747Z
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SUMMARY:Respect Life Month Annual Mass and Conference
DESCRIPTION:In October\, the Catholic Church in the United States celebrates Respect Life Month. During this time\, the Church asks us to reflect more deeply on the dignity of every human.\nThis year’s Annual Diocesan Respect Life Mass takes place today (Sunday\, October 12) at 10:30 a.m. at the Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption\, 327 Second St.\, Fall River\, MA 02721. Bishop Edgar da Cunha\, S.D.V.\, will be celebrant of the Mass\, which is sponsored by the Knights of Columbus. Mass is open to the public and no registration is required. \nFollowing the Mass\, will be the Annual Respect Life Conference which will take place at Whites of Westport\, 66 State Rd\, Westport\, MA 02790\, beginning at 12 noon. The theme for this year’s conference is “Ethics at the Beginning of Life\,” and the keynote speaker is Dr. Joseph Meaney\, who holds a Ph D. in bioethics from the Catholic University of the Sacred Heart in Rome. \nDr. Meaney’s talk will include: \n\nThe moral and ethical implications of In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) from the Teachings of the Catholic Church standpoint\nWhat happens to embryos in IVF?\nA closer look at embryo creation\, selection\, freezing\, and disposal\\nReal-world stories and cases that reveal the immoral implications and the hidden cost of IVF\nRestorative Reproductive Medicine and the Catholic Church’s response to couples facing infertility\nNavigating Infertility: Dr. Meaney will share his personal journey navigating infertility and treatments with his wife for 8 years before conceiving their daughter.\n\nPre-registration for the conference is required. There will be no at the door ticket sales.Registration cost is $40 and includes lunch. \nYou can pre-register here;  Registration deadline is September 1st. \nFor more information\, contact the Diocesan Family and Respect Life Office at (508)-658-2956.
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/respect-life-month-annual-mass-and-conference/
LOCATION:MA
ORGANIZER;CN="Family &amp%3B Respect Life Office":MAILTO:idelucca@dioc-fr.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251013T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251013T200000
DTSTAMP:20260928T170333
CREATED:20240815T193246Z
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SUMMARY:CHANGE IN TIME: Mass for Peace
DESCRIPTION:Update: today’s Procession for Peace is cancelled because of the weather. Mass for Peace will still take place\, but at earlier time: 6:30 p.m. \nMembers of the Diocese of Fall River and other interested persons are invited to join Bishop Edgar M. da Cunha\, S.D.V.\, in this annual Mass for Peace on the Columbus Day holiday. \nThe Mass for Peace will be livestreamed on the Our Lady of Fall River Catholic Community website here.
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/procession-and-mass-for-peace/
LOCATION:Fall River
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T173000
DTSTAMP:20260928T170333
CREATED:20250827T160717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T160717Z
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SUMMARY:Catholic Youth Day
DESCRIPTION:Food\, fun and inspiration will all be part of this year’s Catholic Youth Day. Featured speakers will be Bishop Edgar M. da Cunha\, S.D.V.\, who has led the Diocese of Fall River for almost 11 years\, and Auxiliary Bishop Joseph A. Espaillat II of the Archdiocese of New York. Bishop Espaillat was appointed a bishop by Pope Francis in January\, 2022 and is the youngest Catholic bishop and the first Dominican bishop in the United States. Register today with your parish or school. \nLearn more here! \nQuestions? Contact Oscar Rivera at orivera@dioc-fr.org \n 
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/catholic-youth-day-6/
LOCATION:Bishop Connolly High School\, 373 Elsbree St.\, Fall River\, MA\, 02720
ORGANIZER;CN="Secretariat for the New Evangelization":MAILTO:dcarvalho@dioc-fr.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T113000
DTSTAMP:20260928T170333
CREATED:20250910T193159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T193159Z
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SUMMARY:Mass for Mental Health Awareness
DESCRIPTION:The first week of October\, this year October  5-11\, is Mental Health Awareness Week with a special designation of October 10th as World Mental Health Day. \nIn recognition of the impact that mental health challenges can have on individuals\, their families and caregivers\, Bishop Edgar M. da Cunha\, S.D.V.\, will celebrate two special Masses: \n\nSaturday\, October 11\, at 4 p.m. at Corpus Christi Church\, 324 Quaker Meeting House Road in East Sandwich\nSunday\, October 19\, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary’s Cathedral\, 327 Second Street in Fall River\n\nThese Masses will be offered for those who have lost a loved one to suicide\, drug and alcohol use\, or mental illness\, and for those who are currently experiencing mental health or substance use challenges. All are welcome to either Mass! \nA Book of Remembrance will be offered during the Mass for those who have died by suicide or from mental health or substance-use related issues. If you would like to submit a name or names of loved ones to be included in the Book of Remembrance\, please email FR-Reception@ccfrdioc.org\, with the subject line: Name for Remembrance Book. You may also call Catholic Charities Diocese of Fall River at 508-674-4681 ext. 1101.
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/mass-for-mental-health-awareness-3/
LOCATION:St. Mary’s Cathedral\, 327 Second St.\, Fall River\, MA\, 02721
ORGANIZER;CN="Catholic Charities":MAILTO:FR-Reception@ccfrdioc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T200000
DTSTAMP:20260928T170333
CREATED:20250918T192123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T192123Z
UID:42478-1761156000-1761163200@www.fallriverdiocese.org
SUMMARY:End of Life Care: What Should a Christian Do?
DESCRIPTION:How does a Christian approach issues at the end-of-life? This presentation will examine some of the basic moral principles that help to guide us in medical decision-making\, and assist us in helping our loved ones to live out their final days with the true dignity each human person deserves. Particular issues such as physician-assisted suicide\, MOLST\, and the importance of having a Christian Health Care Proxy will also be included. The presentation will include an opportunity for Q & A and materials will be available. \nThe presenter will be Father Tad Pacholczyk\, Ph.D.\, a priest of the Diocese of Fall River who serves as the senior ethicist at the National Catholic Bioethics Center in Pennsylvania. He speaks and writes extensively on bioethics and medical ethics and has participated in debates and roundtables on contemporary bioethics throughout North America and Europe. You can click this link to learn more about him. \nThere is no cost to attend. Pizza and refreshments will be available. \nSponsored by the Cape Cod Pro-Life Alliance in conjunction with St. Joan of Arc Parish in Orleans\, Knights of Columbus Councils of Cape Cod\, and the Respect Life Ministries at Corpus Christi Parish\, East Sandwich\, and Christ the King Parish\, Mashpee.
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/end-of-life-care-what-should-a-christian-do/
LOCATION:Corpus Christi Parish Center\, 324 Quaker Meeting House Rd.\, East Sandwich\, Massachusetts\, 02537
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251024
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251027
DTSTAMP:20260928T170333
CREATED:20251017T130713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T130713Z
UID:42708-1761264000-1761523199@www.fallriverdiocese.org
SUMMARY:Young Adult Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Open to college students and young adults\, this Young Adult Retreat\, sponsored by the Diocesan Newman House\, will take place at La Salette Retreat Center in Attleboro. Led by their peers\, young adults will be accompanied in exploring their relationship with God and encounter who the Risen Christ is\, all while building community with other young adults. For more information\, or to register\, click here. \nHave questions? Please contact Deacon Frank Lucca at 508-999-8872 or flucca@umassd.edu.
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/young-adult-retreat-5/
LOCATION:La Salette Retreat & Conference Center\, 947 Park St.\, Attleboro\, MA\, 02703\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251102
DTSTAMP:20260928T170333
CREATED:20191007T152917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T143852Z
UID:31910-1761955200-1762041599@www.fallriverdiocese.org
SUMMARY:All Saints Day
DESCRIPTION:The Solemnity of All Saints\, or All Saints Day\, is a celebration of all Catholic saints held on November 1 each year. All Saints Day commemorates all the blessed in heaven\, and is intended particularly to remember and honor the blessed who have no special feast. “On this solemnity\, we recall the holy men and women who\, having completed their earthly journeys\, now live forever with God. These saints\, though not canonized\, offer us models of abiding faith and love of God and neighbor” (Essential Guide to Seasons and Saints\, 109). Note: All Saints Day is not a holy day of obligation this year as it falls on a Saturday and the obligation is suspended.
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/all-saints-day-3-2/
LOCATION:Parishes in the Diocese of Fall River
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251102
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251103
DTSTAMP:20260928T170333
CREATED:20240917T145334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T144017Z
UID:37542-1762041600-1762127999@www.fallriverdiocese.org
SUMMARY:All Souls Day
DESCRIPTION:The commemoration of all the Faithful Departed is observed each year on this date. \n\n“Eternal rest grant unto them \, O Lord\, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May the souls of all the faithful departed\, through the mercy of God\, rest in peace.”
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/all-souls-day/
LOCATION:MA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251104T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251104T130000
DTSTAMP:20260928T170333
CREATED:20191017T173844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T155947Z
UID:31912-1762257600-1762261200@www.fallriverdiocese.org
SUMMARY:Mass for Deceased Bishops\, Priests and Deacons
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to this Mass\, celebrated annually to pray for deceased bishops\, priests\, and deacons of the Diocese of Fall River especially those who have died during the past year. This Mass is always offered during November\, a month especially dedicated to remembering and praying for our beloved dead.
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/mass-for-deceased-bishops-priests-and-deacons-5-2/
LOCATION:St. Mary’s Cathedral\, 327 Second St.\, Fall River\, MA\, 02721
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T210000
DTSTAMP:20260928T170333
CREATED:20230804T163658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T155717Z
UID:25143-1762452000-1762462800@www.fallriverdiocese.org
SUMMARY:FACE Fall Scholarship Dinner
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to the 31st Annual FACE Fall Scholarship Dinner. Proceeds benefit the Foundation to Advance Catholic Education\, or FACE. Featured guest speaker will be Gordon Hayward\, former Boston Celtics Player. \nVisit the FACE website to learn more and purchase your ticket!
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/face-fall-dinner/
LOCATION:White’s of Westport\, 66 State Rd. (Rte. 6)\, Westport\, MA\, 02790
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T133000
DTSTAMP:20260928T170333
CREATED:20251002T162409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T162629Z
UID:42628-1763195400-1763213400@www.fallriverdiocese.org
SUMMARY:Parish Retreat: "Finding God in Suffering"
DESCRIPTION:The Mount Hope Catholic Community invites all to its parish retreat\, looking at “Finding God in Suffering.” Presenter will be Father Christopher M. Mahar of the Diocese of Providence and author of the book\, Finding God in Suffering. \nDo you sometimes struggle to find an answer to the question of suffering in your life or in the life of your loved ones? Planners of this retreat offer that through this day of prayer\, reflection and listening\, you may come closer to an answer than you have ever expected. Father Maher writes: “God will stop at nothing to communicate his redemptive and healing love to those who suffer….What the teachings of our faith propose; and what the witness and writings of Saint John Paul II articulate\, is not merely that there is a meaning in human suffering. More than that\, they communicate the profound and mysterious truth that\, even in suffering\, we can find love. They present nothing less than this astounding paradox: “in the cross of Jesus Christ\, love has found us.”  \nRegistration to attend the retreat is $25.00 (October 1 – October 31) and includes morning coffee/tea\, lunch and copy of Father Mahar’s book. \nTo register\, please contact Sister Marianne Postiglione\, RSM\, by email to postigm@gmail.com or telephone 314-537-3058. \n\n\nLearn more about Father Mahar here.
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/parish-retreat-finding-god-in-suffering/
LOCATION:St. Francis of Assisi Church\, 530 Gardner's Neck Road\, Swansea\, Massachusetts\, 02777
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251122
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251124
DTSTAMP:20260928T170333
CREATED:20201113T193040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T210029Z
UID:13389-1763769600-1763942399@www.fallriverdiocese.org
SUMMARY:Catholic Campaign for Human Development Collection
DESCRIPTION:The Catholic Campaign for Human Development is the national anti-poverty program of the U.S. Catholic Bishops\, working to carry out the mission of Jesus Christ “… to bring glad tidings to the poor …  liberty to captives …  sight to the blind\, and let the oppressed go free.” (Luke 4:18) \nThe belief that those who are directly affected by unjust systems and structures have the best insight into knowing how to change them is central to CCHD. CCHD works to break the cycle of poverty by helping low-income people participate in decisions that affect their lives\, families and communities. CCHD offers a hand up\, not a hand out. \nThis weekend\, parishes throughout the Diocese and across the country will take up the Catholic Campaign for Human Development Collection.  More information about the Catholic Campaign for Human Development can be found on the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops website here.
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/catholic-campaign-for-human-development-collection/
LOCATION:Parishes in the Diocese of Fall River
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251130T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251130T160000
DTSTAMP:20260928T170333
CREATED:20190920T183925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T155202Z
UID:10294-1764514800-1764518400@www.fallriverdiocese.org
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.
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/marian-medal-awards-ceremony-3/
LOCATION:St. Mary’s Cathedral\, 327 Second St.\, Fall River\, MA\, 02721
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T180000
DTSTAMP:20260928T170333
CREATED:20251204T214632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T214632Z
UID:43128-1764954900-1764957600@www.fallriverdiocese.org
SUMMARY:Mass and Holy Hour for the Intention of the Faustina Center
DESCRIPTION:The Faustina Center: An Island of Mercy for Families supports the dignity of the family by strengthening those in our community who face difficult pregnancies through its free resources: providing education\, material resources\, spiritual support\, and community referrals. It’s operated by the Family and Respect Life Office of the Diocese of Fall River. All are welcome to this special Mass and Holy Hour to be offered for the intentions of the Faustina Center. \n\nMass will be celebrated at 5:15 p.m.\nAdoration of the Blessed Sacrament from 5:45 to 6:45 p.m.\nConfession will be available following the Mass
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/mass-and-holy-hour-for-the-intention-of-the-faustina-center/
LOCATION:Holy Name Church\, 709 Hanover St.\, Fall River\, MA\, 02720
ORGANIZER;CN="Secretariat for the New Evangelization":MAILTO:dcarvalho@dioc-fr.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T143000
DTSTAMP:20260928T170333
CREATED:20240815T190208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T174456Z
UID:37118-1765011600-1765031400@www.fallriverdiocese.org
SUMMARY:Advent Women's Retreat
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE NOTE: THE ADVENT WOMEN’S RETREAT IS AT CAPACITY.\nPLEASE EMAIL DEACON CHRIS PAUL TO BE ADDED TO A WAITING LIST. \n  \nAn Advent of Hope is the theme of this year’s popular Advent retreat offered for women. \nIt will feature three keynote presenters: \n\n\n\nCatherine DiNuzzo is a Catholic author\, international speaker\, and licensed professional counselor. She operates the Sacred Heart Mental Wellness website.\nAllison Gingras is an inspirational Catholic speaker\, podcaster\, author\, and director of digital evangelization for Family Rosary and Catholic Mom.\nLiz Cotrupi-Pfunder is a Catholic musician\, songwriter\, and speaker who has been travelling nationally to spread the love of Christ.\n\nThe retreat will also include morning Mass\, discussion\, music\, adoration\, confession\, a continental breakfast and lunch. \nPre-registration is requested; cost is $20 per person. You can learn more about the presenters and register here
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/advent-womens-retreat/
LOCATION:Corpus Christi Parish\, 324 Quaker Meeting House Rd.\, East Sandwich\, MA\, 02537
ORGANIZER;CN="Secretariat for the New Evangelization":MAILTO:dcarvalho@dioc-fr.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251208
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251209
DTSTAMP:20260928T170333
CREATED:20231115T155444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T170556Z
UID:25821-1765152000-1765238399@www.fallriverdiocese.org
SUMMARY:Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary
DESCRIPTION: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 most Blessed Virgin Mary was\, from the moment of her conception\, by a singular grace and privilege of almighty God and by virtue of the merits of Jesus Christ\, Savior of the human race\, preserved immune from all original sin.”  [Catechism of the Catholic Church no. 491] \nThe feast of the Conception of Mary appeared in the Roman calendar in 1476. The present form of the feast dates from Dec. 8\, 1854\, when Pope Pius IX in 1854\, defined the dogma of the Immaculate Conception. \nIn 1846\, Mary was proclaimed patroness of the United States under this title. \nThe Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception 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-the-immaculate-conception-of-the-blessed-virgin-mary/
LOCATION:Parishes in the Diocese of Fall River
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251213
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251215
DTSTAMP:20260928T170333
CREATED:20191206T165823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T150654Z
UID:31914-1765584000-1765756799@www.fallriverdiocese.org
SUMMARY:Retirement Fund for Religious Collection
DESCRIPTION:They gave their lives in service—now they need your help. For decades\, women and men religious have cared for others\, teaching\, praying\, and serving those in need. Many now face retirement without sufficient savings. Your support ensures they receive the care and dignity they deserve. Let us now offer them the dignity they have so selflessly granted to others. Your generosity today is not just a donation—it’s a way of thanking them for their lifelong service. Please give to the Retirement Fund for Religious in parishes in the Diocese of Fall River this weekend. \nYou can learn more here.
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/retired-religious-collection-2-2/
LOCATION:Parishes in the Diocese of Fall River
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T160000
DTSTAMP:20260928T170333
CREATED:20251114T164421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T164421Z
UID:42866-1765612800-1765641600@www.fallriverdiocese.org
SUMMARY:Holy Readiness: Advent Retreat Day
DESCRIPTION:Holy Readiness is the theme of this Advent Retreat that will include the Divine Office\, Holy Mass\, Great Speakers\, Confession\, Adoration\, continental breakfast and a light lunch. Presenters will be Father Tom Washburn\, pastor of Holy Trinity Parish in West Harwich\, and Beth Mahoney\, pastoral associate at Holy Trinity Parish. \nAll are welcome to attend! Cost is $20. \nContact Andrea St. Germain to register: by email stgermainandrea@gmail.com or telephone 508-776-9506. \nSponsored by the Saint Francis of Peace Secular Franciscan Fraternity
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/holy-readiness-advent-retreat-day/
LOCATION:Holy Trinity Parish\, 246 Main Street (Route 28)\, West Harwich\, MA\, 02761\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T123000
DTSTAMP:20260928T170333
CREATED:20251107T210848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T210848Z
UID:42841-1765623600-1765629000@www.fallriverdiocese.org
SUMMARY:Ordination to the Transitional Diaconate
DESCRIPTION:Bishop Edgar M. da Cunha\, S.D.V.\, will ordain diocesan seminarian Kaique Santos to the Transitional Diaconate. \nLearn more about Kaique here.
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/ordination-to-the-transitional-diaconate/
LOCATION:St. Mary’s Cathedral\, 327 Second St.\, Fall River\, MA\, 02721
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251226
DTSTAMP:20260928T170333
CREATED:20201203T165034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T215339Z
UID:31919-1766620800-1766707199@www.fallriverdiocese.org
SUMMARY:Christmas
DESCRIPTION: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 Masses on Christmas Eve and concludes on the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord. During this season\, we celebrate the birth of Christ into our world and into our hearts\, and reflect on the gift of salvation that is born with him…including the fact that he was born to die for us.
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/christmas-3-2/
LOCATION:MA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251228T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251228T140000
DTSTAMP:20260928T170333
CREATED:20251219T042537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T042537Z
UID:43462-1766926800-1766930400@www.fallriverdiocese.org
SUMMARY:Mass to Close the Jubilee Year
DESCRIPTION:Bishop da Cunha is inviting everyone to attend this Special Mass to close the Jubilee Year in the Diocese of Fall River. The Mass will be celebrated in English\, Spanish and Portuguese\, bringing together three communities for this special occasion.
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/mass-to-close-the-jubilee-year/
LOCATION:St. Mary’s Cathedral\, 327 Second St.\, Fall River\, MA\, 02721
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260104
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260105
DTSTAMP:20260928T170333
CREATED:20230105T143628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T215542Z
UID:32804-1767484800-1767571199@www.fallriverdiocese.org
SUMMARY:Solemnity of the Epiphany of the Lord
DESCRIPTION:The Solemnity of the Epiphany of the Lord is the Christian observance that celebrates the public manifestation of the Jesus’ kingship to the world when the Magi visit and adore him. In the Gospel of Luke\, an angel of the Lord reveals Jesus as “savior\,” “Messiah\,” and “Lord” to the shepherds when Jesus is born and laid in a manger (see Luke 2). But the visit of the Magi reveals another facet of Jesus’ destiny—his kingship. \nIn Matthew\, chapter two\, the Magi announce to King Herod the purpose of their visit. Arriving in Jerusalem to seek the Messiah\, they ask Herod\, King of Judea\, “Where is the newborn king of the Jews? We saw his star at its rising and have come to do him homage.” Departing Jerusalem and following the star’s movement\, they find the child Jesus and his mother\, Mary\, in Bethlehem. Joyfully\, they prostrate themselves before the King and present to the newborn King gifts of gold\, frankincense\, and myrrh. Through this prophetic event\, the kingship of Jesus is revealed\, while the gifts brought by the Magi prophecy the type of kingship Jesus would have. \nChristian tradition holds that there were three wise men\, named Caspar\, Melchior\, and Balthasar. \nCurrent tradition in the United States often sees families using chalk to mark the top of a door post of their home with the initials of the three kings and the current Epiphany year. For example\, for Epiphany 2024\, a family would mark “20 + C + M + B + 24.” This chalking of the lintel is generally accompanied by a short ritual blessing of the house. \nSource: U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/solemnity-of-the-epiphany-of-the-lord-3/
LOCATION:MA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260109T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260109T140000
DTSTAMP:20260928T170333
CREATED:20251216T213411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T213411Z
UID:43423-1767960000-1767967200@www.fallriverdiocese.org
SUMMARY:Celebration of Venerable Patrick Peyton's Anniversary of Birth
DESCRIPTION:Father Fred Jenga\, C.S.C.\, and Holy Cross Family Ministries invite you and your family to the Anniversary of Their Founder’s Birth\nThe celebration will include Holy Mass; Food & Fellowship; and a take-home craft for children\nThere is no cost to attend!\nCost: Free\nPlease register: here. And please register early\, as this helps in the planning for food and drinks – thank you!\nConvenient Parking: Available behind the Father Peyton Center (follow signs\, due to front entrance construction) \n Father Jenga and Holy Cross Ministries look forward to celebrating with you! \nFor questions\, contact Michelle at 508-238-4095 or mission@hcfm.org.
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/celebration-of-venerable-patrick-peytons-anniversary-of-birth/
LOCATION:Father Peyton Center\, 518 Washington St.\, North Easton\, MA\, 02356\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T160000
DTSTAMP:20260928T170333
CREATED:20211007T151927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T135249Z
UID:32713-1768489200-1768492800@www.fallriverdiocese.org
SUMMARY:Monthly Day of Prayer & Fasting for Our Priests
DESCRIPTION:The Office of Clergy Support of the Diocese of Fall River encourages all Catholics of the Diocese to support our priests spiritually by participating in a Monthly Day of Prayer and Fasting for Priests. This Monthly Day of Prayer and Fasting for Priests typically takes place on the third Thursday of the Month and is offered for the health\, happiness\, and holiness of the priests of our Diocese. On that monthly day\, a Rosary and Divine Mercy Chaplet is prayed at 3:00 PM via a virtual Zoom webinar led by Matt Robinson\, Director of Clergy Support (though participants can also pray at a time suitable to their schedules on that day). Likewise\, on that day\, participants are asked to offer some form of fasting and sacrifice. \nJoin us each Third Thursday of the Month for the virtual Rosary and Divine Mercy Chaplet at 3:00 PM; visit https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84593701398 and use passcode 352669. \nTo sign up for more information and to receive updates on other priestly support initiatives in our Diocese\, please text “CLERGYSUPPORT” to 22828 or visit www.fallriverclergysupport.org.\nThank you!
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/vgps-virtual-rosary-divine-mercy-chaplet-3/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Office of Clergy Support":MAILTO:mrobinson@dioc-fr.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260119T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260119T203000
DTSTAMP:20260928T170333
CREATED:20260107T192030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T192651Z
UID:43646-1768843800-1768854600@www.fallriverdiocese.org
SUMMARY:CYO Basketball Jamboree/Priests vs. CYO All Stars Game
DESCRIPTION:The Catholic Youth Organization (CYO)\, with the Knights of Columbus\, Diocesan Office of Vocations\, and the Secretariat for the New Evangelization\, which oversees CYO\, will be holding a Basketball Jamboree at the former Bishop Connolly High School Gymnasium in Fall River. The evening will begin at 5:30 p.m. with the annual Knights of Columbus free throw contest\, followed by the CYO All Stars vs Priests Basketball Game. \nAll are invited to attend to support the youth in the diocesan CYO and our priests!
URL:https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/event/cyo-basketball-jamboree-2/
LOCATION:Bishop Connolly High School\, 373 Elsbree St.\, Fall River\, MA\, 02720
ORGANIZER;CN="Secretariat for the New Evangelization":MAILTO:dcarvalho@dioc-fr.org
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