Permanent Diaconate Information Nights Scheduled
FALL RIVER — 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. Those interested in pursuing...
View ArticleMay 27th TV Mass to Air at Special Time
FALL RIVER — The weekly Television Mass sponsored by the Fall River Diocese on WLNE-TV, Channel 6, will be seen at a special time on Sunday, May 27, only. The Mass will air that day at 10:30 a.m. The...
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New President Named for Coyle and Cassidy High School and Middle School
TAUNTON – Bernard Audette, Ed.D, has been named as the new President for Coyle and Cassidy High School and Middle School. Audette (in photo) is the current Principal of Holy Name Central Catholic...
View ArticleAt Weekend Masses, Bishop Conveys Sad Newsthat St. Bernadette Parish Will Close
FALL RIVER — Facing serious challenges including a steady decline in Mass attendance, mounting debt, and an unanticipated loss of outside income, St. Bernadette Parish in Fall River will close in...
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Diocese to Welcome Three New Priests
FALL RIVER — Three transitional deacons will be ordained priests for service in the Fall River Diocese in an 11 a.m. Mass on Saturday, June 9, in St. Mary’s Cathedral, Fall River. Bishop Edgar M. da...
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New Bedford School Administrator toBecome Principal of St. Margaret Regional
BUZZARDS BAY – Ms. Beth Mahoney (in photo) has been named as the new principal for St. Margaret Regional School, Buzzards Bay, effective July 1. Mahoney is the current vice principal of Holy...
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Clergy Retirements, Appointments Announced
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: Reverend Marcos Caldeira,...
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Three Pastors to Retire this Summer
FALL RIVER — Three priests will retire from parish ministry in the Fall River Diocese this summer after years of service. Reverend Marcel H. Bouchard, who is pastor of St. Mary-Our Lady of the Isle...
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FACE Summer Gala is July 13
MASHPEE — The 21st annual FACE Summer Gala to support Catholic school students in the Fall River Diocese is set for Friday, July 13, at the Willowbend Country Club in Mashpee. With a delicious...
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2018 Catholic Charities Appeal Enters Final Weeks
FALL RIVER — The Fall River Diocese 2018 Catholic Charities Appeal is entering its final weeks, and Appeal officials encourage those who have not yet made their donation to do so before its June 27th...
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Statement from Bishop da Cunha on the Separation of Families at the U.S. Border
STATEMENT ON THE SEPARATION OF FAMILIES AT THE U.S. BORDER Bishop Edgar M. da Cunha, S.D.V. June 20, 2018 “Since early May of this year, newly implemented U.S. immigration policy has ordered the...
View ArticlePrayer for Independence Day (July 4th)
God, source of all freedom, this day is bright with the memory of those who declared that life and liberty are your gift to every human being. Help us to continue a good work begun long ago. Make our...
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Clergy Appointments Announced
Diocese of Fall River OFFICIAL His Excellency, the Most Reverend Edgar M. da Cunha, S.D.V., Bishop of Fall River, has made the following appointments: Rev. Mr. Ryan Healy, (temporary) Deacon at Holy...
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FACE Names First Executive Director
FALL RIVER — FACE, Inc., the Foundation to Advance Catholic Education, has announced the appointment of its first executive director. Sandi M. Duxbury (in photo), a longtime marketing professional...
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Father Leo Patalinghug to Present “Plating Grace” in FACE Summer Event
MASHPEE — Are you looking for a fun family summer event? FACE, the Foundation to Advance Catholic Education, is hosting this evening with Father Leo Patalinghug (in photo), Catholic priest, chef,...
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2018 Catholic Charities Appeal Raises Over $4.60M
FALL RIVER — With a theme of “Sharing Faith and Hope” as its backdrop, the 77th annual Catholic Charities Appeal in the Fall River Diocese came to a close on June 27 reaching a total of $4,606,363....
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First-Ever Catholic Youth Day Takes Place on the Vineyard
VINEYARD HAVEN — Martha’s Vineyard was the locale for the first-ever Catholic Youth Day sponsored by the Fall River Diocese on Tuesday, August 7. Over 220 high school-aged youth and their ministry...
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Statement of the Diocese on Father William M. Costello
STATEMENT of the FALL RIVER DIOCESE ON THE DISCOVERY OF THE BODY OF FATHER WILLIAM M. COSTELLO August 20, 2018 The Fall River Diocese was deeply saddened to learn over this past weekend that the body...
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Bishop Issues Letter in Response to Clergy Sexual Abuse
Bishop Edgar M. da Cunha, S.D.V., has issued the following letter in response to the tragic instances of clergy sexual abuse that have come to light in recent weeks. He has asked that the letter be...
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Renovations, New and Enhanced ProgramsAwait Returning Diocesan School Students
NEWS FROM THE CATHOLIC SCHOOLS OFFICE The Fall River Diocese Catholic Schools Alliance has set “Celebrate the Beauty of Every Child” as the theme for the 2018-19 school year. In collaboration with the...
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