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1
Jun
2020
79th Annual Catholic Appeal, “See All the People Kicks Off,” Seeks to Aid the Diocese in Its Time of Need

FALL RIVER — The 79th Annual Catholic Appeal is kicking off during an extraordinary year for the Diocese of Fall River and the world. For nearly eight decades, the Appeal …

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28
May
2020
Bishop Issues “Returning to Mass” Video Message

FALL RIVER — The Fall River Diocese has today released a video message, Returning to Mass, from Bishop Edgar M. da Cunha, S.D.V., for parishioners across Southeastern Massachusetts, Cape Cod and …

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Bishop's Blog
27
May
2020
Hope and Helping Others

A Reason for Hope   In the midst of this worldwide pandemic, do you have hope? “Always be ready to give an explanation for your hope,” says St. Peter. In …

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Bishop's Blog
20
May
2020
Moving Toward Pentecost

Reflecting on Renewing Diocesan Ministries Continuing the sharing of the ten activity points from my Pastoral Letter: Reflections on Five Years – Continuing the Mission today, I wish to discuss “Renewing Diocesan …

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18
May
2020
Diocesan Churches to Reopen for Masses Pentecost Sunday Weekend, May 30-31st

FALL RIVER — Following Governor Charlie Baker’s announcement this morning allowing the resumption of services at houses of worship in the state, Bishop Edgar M. da Cunha, S.D.V., conferred with …

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Bishop's Blog
13
May
2020
Prayer and Hope

National Day of Prayer The Pontifical Council for Interreligious Dialogue is extending an invitation to “believers of all religions and people of good will” to observe a day of prayer, …

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8
May
2020
Prayers for Mother’s Day

Mother’s Day Prayer Loving God, As a mother gives life and nourishment to her children, so you watch over your Church. Bless our mother. Let the example of her faith …

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8
May
2020
Diocese Invited to Take Part in International, Interreligious Day of Prayer for Humanity

FALL RIVER— The Pontifical Council for Interreligious Dialogue is extending an invitation to “believers of all religions and people of good will” to observe a day of prayer, fasting and …

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In the News
6
May
2020
Pro-Life Apostolate Special Mother’s Day Mass to be Live Streamed

FALL RIVER — On Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 10, the diocesan office of the Pro-Life Apostolate and Project Rachel is hosting a Mother’s Day Mass at 10 a.m. that will …

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Bishop's Blog
6
May
2020
Responding to Our Lady, Priests, and COVID-19

Mission to Support Priests In this week’s Building Faith blog, I wish to discuss the third activity from my Pastoral Letter: Reflections on Five Years – Continuing the Mission — …

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