Holy Cross Family Ministries will host an afternoon of prayer and reflection —The Healing Power of Jesus — with Father James Burasa of the Congregation of Holy Cross. Father Burasa is a native Rwandan and a world-renowned conference and retreat speaker. He has a special ministry to the sick and afflicted; his events fill churches …
This is the 61st annual World Day of Prayer for Vocations, celebrated annually on the Fourth Sunday of Easter which is also known as "Good Shepherd Sunday." The purpose of the day is to publicly fulfill the Lord's instruction, "Pray the Lord of the harvest to send laborers into his harvest" (Mt 9:38; Lk 10:2). …
International Catholic speaker Jason Evert is presenting this double feature of talks aimed at bringing parents and teens together to discover God's plan for love.
As we conclude April as both Child Abuse Prevention Month and Sexual Assault Awareness Month, all are invited to join Bishop Edgar M. da Cunha, S.D.V., in this Prayer Service for Healing. It will include remarks by a courageous survivor of clergy abuse who will speak to the need for the ongoing work of healing …
Bishop Edgar M. da Cunha, S.D.V., will confer the Sacrament of Confirmation on adult candidates (ages 18 and over) who have completed the necessary preparation course and participated in the Adult Confirmation Retreat.
Click image to enlarge Former sports reporter turned evangelist and bestselling author Kevin Wells will be the speaker at this second annual Men's Meat 'n Greet. Food, fellowship, and formation will all be part the early evening event to take place at Cathedral Camp in East Freetown. It will include a barbeque, team events and …
Men of Joy, Men of Justice is the title of this morning retreat planned for men. Speakers will be Father Thomas Washburn and Deacon Christian De Vos who both serve at Holy Trinity Parish in West Harwich. The retreat will include Mass and breakfast. All men are welcome; there is no charge. Please register to …
The Feast of the Ascension of Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, also known as Ascension Thursday or Ascension Day, celebrates the return of Christ to the Father, his physical body leaving the earth behind. The feast recalls the completion of Christ's mission on earth for the salvation of all people and his entry into …
Click on image to enlarge This Local Walk for Life will take place at 12 noon at the National Shrine of Our Lady of LaSalette in Attleboro. It takes place in the context of a program that begins at 9:30 with keynote speaker Representative Alan Silvia of the Massachusetts State Legislature. A Rosary for Life …
Mother’s Day Prayer Loving God, As a mother gives life and nourishment to her children, so you watch over your Church. Bless our mother. Let the example of her faith and love shine forth. Great that we, her family, may honor her always with a spirit of profound respect. Grant this through Christ our …
The annual Catholic Communication Campaign (CCC) collection will be taken up at parishes in the Diocese of Fall River this weekend. This national campaign is designed as a shared collection, meaning half of the proceeds stay in the local diocese and the other half is forwarded to the CCC office of the U.S. Bishops’ Conference. …
The Fall River Diocesan Council of Catholic Women (DCCW) will gather for their Annual Meeting on Saturday, May 18th. They extend a cordial invitation to all women of the Diocese to join them. A 9 a.m. Mass at Our Lady of Grace Church in Westport will begin the program to be followed by a catered …