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Press Releases and Statements
8
May
2025
Bishop da Cunha issues statement on the election of the new Pope Leo XIV; will celebrate Mass for Pope on Friday, May 16, 2025

FALL RIVER — Bishop Edgar M. da Cunha has issued the following statement on the occasion of the election of Pope Leo XIV: On behalf of all the priests, deacons, …

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Bishop's Blog Uncategorized
7
May
2025
The Conclave, an “Appeal” for Those in Need, Praying for Vocations, Mother’s Day and an “Island of Mercy”

Come, Holy Spirit: The Election of a New Pope This morning, the College of Cardinals gathered in the Sistine Chapel to begin the conclave that will elect the next Holy …

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Press Releases and Statements
2
May
2025
Appointments, Retirement Announced

Bishop da Cunha has announced the appointments of several priests in the Diocese and the retirement of one pastor

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Press Releases and Statements
30
Apr
2025
84th Catholic Appeal Kicks Off and Hope Lights the Way

2025 Catholic Appeal takes place May 1 - June 30. Watch Bishop da Cunha's Appeal video message

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Bishop's Blog
30
Apr
2025
Celebrating the Good Shepherd and an Appeal to Serve Those in the Peripheries

In this week's blog, Bishop da Cunha shares portions of his homily from the Memorial Mass for Pope Francis and discusses how the Catholic Appeal enables the Diocese to serve those in the peripheries.

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In the News Messages from The Bishop
30
Apr
2025
Diocese Remembers, Prays for Pope at Memorial Mass

Watch the video, see photos from the April 28th Memorial Mass

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Bishop's Blog Uncategorized
23
Apr
2025
Pope Francis’ Legacy on Caring for the Poor and Creation; Divine Mercy Sunday

In this week's blog, Bishop da Cunha reflects on the life and ministry of Pope Francis, his legacy and Divine Mercy Sunday.

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Press Releases and Statements
21
Apr
2025
Memorial Mass Planned for Pope Francis

Bishop da Cunha to celebrate the Mass at 7 p.m., Monday, April 28, in St. Mary's Cathedral. All are welcome.

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Press Releases and Statements Messages from The Bishop
21
Apr
2025
Bishop da Cunha Shares a Reflection on Passing of Pope Francis

The Holy Father passed away at age 88, on Easter Monday, April 21.

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Press Releases and Statements Messages from The Bishop
19
Apr
2025
Bishop da Cunha’s Easter Message

Happy Easter! Click below for a video greeting from Bishop da Cunha

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