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Bishop’s Blog: Summer Gatherings

On July 20, 2023   /   Bishops Blog  
Bishop’s Blog: Summer Gatherings

Cornerstone Society Luncheons On Tuesday, July 18th and Wednesday, July 19th, The Catholic Foundation of Southeastern Massachusetts hosted special luncheons for the Cornerstone Society. These generous donors to the Catholic Appeal “make a transformative difference for thousands of people supported by many programs across the Diocese,” as

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Bishop’s Blog – Many Blessings

On July 5, 2023   /   Bishops Blog  
Bishop’s Blog – Many Blessings

Blessing of the Fleet   On June 25th, I participated in the 76th annual Mass and Blessing of the Fleet as part of the Provincetown Portuguese Festival. There is a rich, long-standing history between fishermen and the Church, which this annual tradition honors.   The festivities include

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Bishop’s Blog: Acknowledging Retiring Priests, Diocesan Deacons, and the Catholic Appeal

On June 28, 2023   /   Bishops Blog  
Bishop’s Blog: Acknowledging Retiring Priests, Diocesan Deacons, and the Catholic Appeal

On Friday, June 30th, Reverend George E. Harrison, pastor of Corpus Christi Parish in East Sandwich, who this year observed 55 years in the priesthood; Reverend Raymond Cambra, pastor of Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Parish, Seekonk, 46 years in priestly ministry; and Reverend Jon-Paul Gallant, pastor

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Bishop’s Blog: Season of Giving and Prayer

On December 14, 2022   /   Bishops Blog  
Bishop’s Blog: Season of Giving and Prayer

  “O Antiphons” of Advent One of my favorite Advent traditions, in essence, a countdown to Christmas is the—”O Antiphons” of Advent— which begin on December 17 and conclude on Christmas Eve. If you would like to pray along with the Church, I have enclosed the prayers

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Bishop Blog: A Busy First Week of December

On December 7, 2022   /   Bishops Blog  
Bishop Blog: A Busy First Week of December

Marian Medals This past Sunday, during a beautiful celebration in our Cathedral, I presented this year’s Marian Medal Awards. The 66 recipients of this year’s medal inspire others with their generosity, the joy of selflessness, and the sharing of their gifts. They touch the lives of those

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Bishop’s Blog: Migrant Crisis Update and Convocation Remarks

On September 21, 2022   /   Bishops Blog  
Bishop’s Blog: Migrant Crisis Update and Convocation Remarks

  Response to Migrant Crisis On Friday, September 16th, I issued a statement in response to the unexpected arrival of migrants on Martha’s Vineyard on Wednesday, September 14th. I began with the Gospel of St. Matthew, where Jesus makes quite clear how we are to care for

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