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Blogue do Bispo
29
Jul
2020
Confirmation Gifts

  During a recent Confirmation, I began my homily reflection by asking a question. If Jesus came here today and allowed you to ask for whatever you wanted, what would …

In the News
27
Jul
2020
Father Richard Roy to Retire in August

FALL RIVER — After 45 years of priestly ministry, Father Richard M. Roy (in photo), who is pastor of St. Julie Billiart Parish and chaplain to Bishop Stang High School, …

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Blogue do Bispo
22
Jul
2020
On the Financial Impact of the Pandemic

  As I write today, the coronavirus pandemic certainly remains on all of our minds. I am hopeful by the positive trends we have been seeing here in Massachusetts at …

In the News
21
Jul
2020
New Superintendent Named for Diocesan Schools

FALL RIVER − An educator with nearly 20-years of experience as an administrator and teacher in Catholic schools including Bishop Feehan High School has been selected to lead schools in …

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Blogue do Bispo
15
Jul
2020
Supporting Parents and Children

  In today’s blog, we will address Activity #9 of my pastoral letter Reflection on Five Years — Continuing the Mission — Supporting Parents and Families. The Church is a …

Blogue do Bispo
10
Jul
2020
Call to Discipleship

  By our baptism, we are called to be a disciple of Jesus Christ. A disciple continually learns, lives, and witnesses to her/his faith. As a diocese, we look to …

In the News
10
Jul
2020
Elementary Schools to Reopen this Fall with In-Classroom Instruction

FALL RIVER – The Diocese of Fall River Catholic Schools Office announced today that all Catholic schools serving Pre-K through Grade 8 students will fully reopen this fall with in-classroom …

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Blogue do Bispo
1
Jul
2020
Catholic Education

  This week I want to return to my Reflections on Five Years — Continuing the Mission Pastoral Letter, which encompasses a look at the first five years of my time here …

In the News
26
Jun
2020
St. Pius X Teacher Recognized for Inspirational Teaching; Receives National University System-Sanford Teacher Award

SAN DIEGO (June 18, 2020)—In recognition of inspirational teaching nationwide, Jennifer Perrault, a second grade teacher at St. Pius X School in Yarmouth, has been named a recipient of the …

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In the News
25
Jun
2020
Bishop Announces Clergy Appointments, Transfers and Retirement of One

Diocese of Fall River OFFICIAL His Excellency, the Most Reverend Edgar M. da Cunha, S.D.V., D.D., Bishop of Fall River, announces the following appointments and transfers: Rev. Mr. Peter R. …

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