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Press Releases and Statements
12
Feb
2026
Ash Wednesday is February 18

Marks beginning of Lent, a time for greater focus on spiritual renewal and repentance

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Bishop's Blog
11
Feb
2026
Living for Others in Marriage and Lent

On World Day of Marriage, couples celebrating milestone anniversaries reminded us that love grows stronger when it is lived for others. As Lent approaches, Bishop da Cunha reflects on this same call to selfless love, inviting all of us to become the salt of the earth through prayer, generosity, and service as we journey toward Easter.

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Press Releases and Statements
9
Feb
2026
Application Period Open for Tuition Assistance from FACE

Families in need of financial assistance to meet tuition costs for a Catholic elementary school in the Diocese in the upcoming school year are encouraged to apply.

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Bishop's Blog
4
Feb
2026
Building Up the Church Through Lay Leadership, Catholic Schools, and Sharing the Good News (And Go Pats!)

This week’s blog reflects on the vital role of lay leadership, the joy of Catholic Schools Week, updates on The Anchor’s digital transition, and a prayerful wish for a safe and joyful Super Bowl weekend.

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Press Releases and Statements
28
Jan
2026
St. Vincent’s Announces Cafeteria Updates to Enhance Daily Experience for Youth

Special fundraising campaign to launch on Valentine's Day

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Bishop's Blog
28
Jan
2026
Answering God’s Call Through Service, Prayer, and Education

Service, prayer, and education are powerful ways we answer God’s call. In this reflection, Bishop da Cunha highlights how Catholic Charities is helping young adults move from homelessness to hope, invites prayer for men and women in consecrated life, and shares a student’s witness to the transformative impact of Catholic education during Catholic Schools Week.

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Press Releases and Statements
21
Jan
2026
51st Annual Catholic Schools Week Begins January 25

Catholic schools in the Diocese will host open houses, tours, special Masses, and a variety of other events as part of the celebration

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Bishop's Blog Uncategorized
21
Jan
2026
Strengthening Our Priests, Schools, and Diocesan Community

In this week’s Bishop’s Blog, Bishop da Cunha reflects on the first-year impact of Stronger Priests, Stronger Parishes, Stronger Church; Catholic Schools Week;l and invites the faithful to unite in prayer for the Day of Prayer for the Legal Protection of Unborn Children.

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Bishop's Blog
14
Jan
2026
Rooted in Family, Strengthened by Faith

As he takes time in January to rest and reconnect, Bishop da Cunha shares reflections from Brazil, where he’s enjoying warm weather, cherished time with his large family, and the joy of celebrating his niece’s wedding. In this week’s Bishop’s Blog, he reflects on how family shapes our faith, values, and vocation, and offers a prayer of blessing for families across the Diocese of Fall River.

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Press Releases and Statements
7
Jan
2026
Permanent Diaconate Information Nights Scheduled

Next one is Tuesday, January 27th, offered via Zoom

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