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

Apply for a FACE Scholarship Today

Applications are now being accepted for tuition assistance from FACE for students who will be entering a Catholic elementary school in the Diocese in the coming school year

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Support for Your Lenten Journey

Online resources are available from the Secretariat for the New Evangelization to support your Lenten journey including materials for families to develop rituals at home

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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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March 14

All Day

Catholic Relief Services Collection

The annual Catholic Relief Services Collection is taken up this weekend in parishes in the Diocese of Fall River along with those in most dioceses across the United States. This …

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March 21

8:30 am - 2:15 pm

OCIA Retreat 2026

The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA) Retreat has a new date and location. Planners are asking that those involved confirm their attendance for this new date and location. …

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March 22

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Screening of “Triumph of the Heart” – Story of St. Maximilian Kolbe

The Fall River Deanery is hosting a special screening of “Triumph of the Heart” – the moving true story of St. Maximilian Kolbe, the Franciscan priest who offered his life …

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Bishop's Blog

A Call to Peace, Ecological Stewardship, and Spiritual Renewal

March 4, 2026

In this week's blog, Bishop da Cunha reflects on Pope Leo XIV's remarks to reject violence and embrace dialogue as the path to lasting peace, while we continue praying for those suffering from conflict and natural disaster. Closer to home, he shares information on our Diocese’s growing commitment to caring for our common home through renewable energy initiatives, and welcomes a guest to share a Lenten reflection to realign our hearts with Christ.

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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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