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

A Thanksgiving Greeting from Bishop da Cunha

Bishop da Cunha shares a message for Thanksgiving. Click Learn More to to watch it. (Available in English, Portuguese & Spanish)

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December 6, 2025

An Advent of Hope

Inspiring talks, Mass, music, adoration, and more are all part of this popular annual Advent Women's Retreat. Register today.

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Upcoming Events

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November 29

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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November 30

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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November 30

3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Marian Awards Ceremony

Bishop Edgar M. da Cunha, S.D.V., will present the Marian Award to nominated members of parishes in the Diocese of Fall River in recognition of their dedicated service to the …

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Bishop's Blog

Building the Kingdom of Christ, Reflections from the U.S. Bishops Meeting and the Journey Toward Advent

November 19, 2025

Bishop da Cunha reflects on key moments from the U.S. Bishops’ Meeting in Baltimore and invites the Diocese into a new series of reflections for Christ the King and Advent. A season of hope and preparation begins as we look toward Christ’s coming.

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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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