"Following the report issued by the Attorney General's Office last month, I feel that it is important to write to you, the people of the Diocese of Fall River as your Bishop and brother Christian," the Bishop begins.
A Time for Fortitude: Stronger Priests, Stronger Parishes, Stronger Church is Bishop da Cunha's vision for the future of our Diocese centered on strengthening our priests. This three-year plan (2025-2027) focuses our local Church on moving forward in our relationship with Christ by actively working toward bringing to our priests more stability, hope, holiness, and wellness. Strengthening our priests will, in turn, strengthen all parishes and ministries in holiness and vitality.
From welcoming the relic of St. Bernadette to remembering our departed clergy, this week offers opportunities to reflect on faith, hope and gratitude. I also share reflections on defending human life, supporting our priests through prayer and celebrating the bonds of faith and family across generations.
In a joint message, Massachusetts’ Catholic bishops reaffirm the sacred dignity of human life following a statewide petition effort.
Bishop da Cunha reflects on renewed brotherhood among priests, a century of service through Catholic Charities and our call to faithful citizenship. As November begins, he also invites us to honor the saints and remember our departed loved ones in prayer.
