Roman Catholic Diocese of Fall River

Sharing the Gospeland growing
together in faith

Service anchored in faith.

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Students who change the world.

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Serving those who serve.

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Joyfully proclaiming Jesus.

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Hear God's voice. Trust His call.

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Of Special Note

Wedding Anniversary Celebration

Celebrating a significant wedding anniversary? Renew your vows at this Mass of Thanksgiving with Bishop da Cunha. Contact your pastor to register by January 16th

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Parish Leader Dinner

Coming in January! An evening to thank all the "co-workers in the vineyard" and to offer an opportunity for development in parish ministry, evangelization and catechesis

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The Anchor, your longtime source for diocesan news and events, is launching a free, weekly electronic newsletter in February. Click Learn More to sign up to stay connected in new ways

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Livestreamed Masses

Many parishes now livestream Masses for those unable to attend in person. Click below for the list and Mass schedules as well as options to watch a Mass either via cable or broadcast TV

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Upcoming Events

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December 25

All Day

Christmas

Christmas is the Solemnity of the Nativity of the Lord. It is the celebration of Jesus’ birth. Christmas is one of the most important days in the Church year. On …

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December 27

9:00 am - 9:45 pm

Mass of Remembrance – Fall River

All are welcome to this Mass of Remembrance offered on the last Saturday of each month in the Mausoleum Chapel of Notre Dame Cemetery in Fall River.

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December 28

10:00 am - 11:00 am

Mass of Remembrance – New Bedford Area

This Mass of Remembrance is offered on the last Sunday of each month to to pray for those who have died and are buried in Catholic Cemeteries in New Bedford. …

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Bishop's Blog

Light in the Darkness: Celebrating Ordination, Sharing Christmas Hope, and Reflecting on Advent

December 17, 2025

Celebrate Kaique Santos’ ordination to the transitional diaconate, see how our Diocese is ensuring no one is forgotten at Christmas, and reflect with us as Advent draws to a close.

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A Three-Year Diocesan Initiative

To strengthen our priests so as to foster vibrant and holy parishes and ministries.

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.

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