Holy Name of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Church

Nine candidates who are studying for the Permanent Diaconate in the Fall River Diocese will be installed as acolytes in the context of Mass to be celebrated by Bishop Edgar M. da Cunha, S.D.V. The ministry of acolyte is the second of two ministries that deacon candidates must receive and exercise as part of their preparation for ordination.

Deacons and their wives are encouraged to attend this Listening Session with Bishop Edgar M. da Cunha, S.D.V., as part of the Rebuilding in Faith and Hope strategic planning process now underway in the Fall River Diocese. Input and comments from this session will be utilized by the Deacon Council as it develops a strategic plan specific to the Office of the Permanent Diaconate.

Bishop Edgar M. da Cunha, S.D.V., has authorized the formation of a new class for Permanent Deacons in the Fall River Diocese, beginning in the spring of 2019. This Information Night will delve into the process of becoming a deacon. Those interested in pursuing this vocation, which begins with an Aspirancy period, are invited to submit a preliminary application. Details and the application form are available on the Permanent Diaconate website at www.frpermanentdiaconate.com. Another Information Night on the Permanent Diaconate will be…

Bishop Edgar M. da Cunha, S.D.V., has authorized the formation of a new class for Permanent Deacons in the Fall River Diocese, beginning in the spring of 2019. This Information Night will delve into the process of becoming a deacon. Those interested in pursuing this vocation, which begins with an Aspirancy period, are invited to submit a preliminary application. Details and the application form are available on the Permanent Diaconate website at www.frpermanentdiaconate.com. If you have any questions, please contact either Deacon…