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Advent Mission Night

Father Peyton Center 518 Washington St., North Easton, MA, United States

Holy Cross Family Ministries is hosting this Advent Mission Night at The Father Peyton Center, 518 Washington St., N. Easton, MA. Father Fred Jenga, C.S.C., will reflect on Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception. Light reception will follow. The cost is free. Space is limited; please register early at www.MuseumOfFamilyPrayer.org/advent-mission Questions? Please contact Amy Dyke, …

Event Series O.C.I.A. Team Building Series

O.C.I.A. Team Building Series

St. Mary Church 783 Dartmouth St., Dartmouth, Massachusetts

This is a five-session "team building" series for the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (O.C.I.A.), sponsored by the Secretariat for the New Evangelization. This is as an opportunity for pastors to gather with parish staff and volunteers to establish or grow their O.C.I.A. teams. The series offers a deep dive into all four phases …

Event Series O.C.I.A. Team Building Series

O.C.I.A. Team Building Series

St. Mary Church 783 Dartmouth St., Dartmouth, Massachusetts

This is a five-session "team building" series for the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (O.C.I.A.), sponsored by the Secretariat for the New Evangelization. This is as an opportunity for pastors to gather with parish staff and volunteers to establish or grow their O.C.I.A. teams. The series offers a deep dive into all four phases …

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 this day, we recognize the mystery of our loving God who became incarnate to save us. The liturgical season of Christmas begins with the vigil …

Mass to Open Jubilee Year 2025

St. Mary's Cathedral 327 Second St., Fall River, MA

You’re Invited to Open the Jubilee Year with Bishop da Cunha On Sunday, December 29, in union with bishops throughout the world, Bishop Edgar M. da Cunha, S.D.V., will celebrate a special Mass to open the local diocesan observance of the Jubilee Year 2025 in the Catholic Church. The Mass will take place at 3 …

Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God

Parishes in the Diocese of Fall River

The Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God is a liturgical feast day honoring the Blessed Virgin Mary's motherhood in the wake of the birth of the baby Jesus Christ. The Catechism of the Catholic Church explains the basis for this title for Mary. "Called in the Gospels 'the mother of Jesus,' Mary is acclaimed by …

Date Night Series for Married and Engaged Couples

Father Peyton Center 518 Washington St., North Easton, MA, United States

Holy Cross Family Ministries of Easton is hosting a monthly Date Night Series: The Joy of Marriage, at the Father Peyton Center in North Easton. The date nights will include reflection, fellowship, and appetizers. The series dates and topics are below. Attend any or all series dates as your schedule allows. Series Dates: September 21, …

CYO Basketball Jamboree

Bishop Connolly High School 373 Elsbree St., Fall River, MA

The Catholic Youth Organization (CYO), along with the Knights of Columbus, the Diocesan Office of Vocations, and the Secretariat for the New Evangelization (which oversees CYO), will be holding a Basketball Jamboree at Bishop Connolly High School Gymnasium in Fall River. The evening will include the Knights of Columbus free throw contest, music by Vatican …

Parish Leader Dinner

Holy Family Parish Center 438 Middleboro Avenue, East Taunton, MA, United States

The Secretariat for the New Evangelization is hosting this evening first to serve as a thank you to all the "co-workers in the vineyard" as a Jubilee Year begins, and it will honor those marking significant years of work to the Church (including first year). Additionally, the evening will offer development for parish leaders in …

Worldwide Marriage Encounter-Residential Experience

Holy Cross Retreat House 490 Washington Street, Easton, MA, United States

Any married couple that desires a richer, fuller life together deserves a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend. Worldwide Marriage Encounter is designed to deepen and enrich the joys a couple shares together, whether they have been married a short time or many years. Interested in attending, or getting additional information? Please contact Matt and Julie King …

Catholic Schools Week

Catholic Schools in the Diocese

Catholic schools in the Diocese of Fall River Diocese will celebrate Catholic Schools Week 2025 from January 26 through February 1. Observed annually across the country, the week is designed to highlight the value of a Catholic education to young people and its contributions to the Church and wider community. It is also the time …

Divorced and Separated Healing Mass

St. Mary's Cathedral 327 Second St., Fall River, MA

The Family and Respect Life Office of the Secretariat for the New Evangelization is sponsoring this second annual Healing Mass for the Divorced and Separated. All are welcome to attend. The This Mass is designed specifically for individuals who are going through or have experienced separation or divorce, offering a space for prayer, reflection, and …