Bishop da Cunha reflects on the Church’s call to respond with compassion by supporting earthquake relief efforts in Venezuela, congratulates Sister Helen McPeak and the diocesan communications team on recent honors, and remembers the faithful ministry of Rev. Horace J. Travassos, inviting prayers for the repose of his soul.
Bishop da Cunha reflects on the grace-filled visit of the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage to the Diocese of Fall River, the enduring tradition of the Fishermen's Mass and Blessing of the Fleet in Provincetown, and the consecration of the United States to the Sacred Heart of Jesus as our nation celebrates its 250th anniversary. He invites the faithful to renew their Eucharistic faith, give thanks for God's many blessings, and continue witnessing to Christ with hope and generosity.
On June 29 and 30, 2026, the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage made a memorable visit to the Diocese of Fall River as part of its 2,200-mile journey in celebration of faith …
Served as rector of St. Mary's Cathedral and pastor of Our Lady of Grace Parish, Westport, among many other assignments
Eleven men in the Diocese of Fall River have taken an important step on their journey to the permanent diaconate, as they continue years of formation in service, prayer, and pastoral ministry. This week’s blog also highlights the impact of the Annual Catholic Appeal, which supports vital ministries of care, education, and formation across the Diocese, and offers a final invitation to participate in the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage as it travels through the region on June 29–30.
Bishop da Cunha has announced the appointments of several priests in the Diocese and the retirements of two pastors
In this week's blog, Bishop da Cunha reflects on the U.S. bishops' recent consecration of the nation to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, shares highlights from the USCCB Spring General Assembly, invites the faithful to participate in the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage coming to the Diocese later this month, and offers a heartfelt Father's Day reflection and prayer in gratitude for fathers and father figures.
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