The Bishops Blog

As he takes time in January to rest and reconnect, Bishop da Cunha shares reflections from Brazil, where he’s enjoying warm weather, cherished time with his large family, and the joy of celebrating his niece’s wedding. In this week’s Bishop’s Blog, he reflects on how family shapes our faith, values, and vocation, and offers a prayer of blessing for families across the Diocese of Fall River.

As we begin a new year, Bishop da Cunha reflects with gratitude on the blessings, challenges, and moments of grace experienced across the Diocese, while inviting all to move forward with renewed hope in Christ. From honoring the legacy of Pope Francis and welcoming Pope Leo XIV, to strengthening support for priests, forming future vocations, responding with compassion in times of tragedy, and buil...

As we conclude the Jubilee Year of Hope and begin a new year, we do so rooted in faith, unity, and prayer. From the closing Jubilee Mass at St. Mary’s Cathedral and reflections on the Holy Family, to the annual St. Andrew Dinner supporting young men discerning a vocation, and a renewed call to pray for peace amid the darkness of war, this week’s blog invites us to carry the hope of Christ into the...

In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha shares his Christmas message.

Celebrate Kaique Santos’ ordination to the transitional diaconate, see how our Diocese is ensuring no one is forgotten at Christmas, and reflect with us as Advent draws to a close.

In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha shares that Seminarian Kaique Santos will be ordained a deacon on December 13, a joyful milestone as we enter Gaudete Sunday. Guest blogger Father Neil Wack reflects on the light and joy of Advent, reminding us to turn toward Christ as we await Christmas with hope.

This week, Bishop da Cunha reflects on the faithful service of our 2025 Marian Medal recipients and invites us to enter Advent with renewed hope. From honoring parishioners who embody Christ’s love to celebrating the Immaculate Conception and hearing John the Baptist’s call to prepare our hearts, let us look within and welcome the light of Christ this Advent season.

As Thanksgiving arrives and Advent begins, this week’s Bishop’s blog reflects on the generosity of Bishop Feehan students and the Church’s call to awaken our hearts for the coming of Christ. 

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.

In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha reflects on the 32st Annual Face Fall Scholarship Dinner and USCCB committee meetings held before the annual meeting in Baltimore.

In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha shares reflections on the Mass for deceased bishops, priests, and deacons; how the Diocese is responding to increased food insecurity; the Called by Name vocations campaign; and Veterans Day.

In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha reflects on the Mass of Thanksgiving for St. Mary’s in Taunton, the gift of Catholic schools and All Saints and All Souls Day.

In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha reflects on Catholic Youth Day’s theme “RENEWED,” urging young disciples to embrace faith, and highlights efforts to support those affected by mental health and addiction.

In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha reflects on the Mass for Peace, the upcoming FACE dinner featuring former Celtic Gordon Hayward and World Mission Sunday.

In this week’s Blog, Bishop da Cunha reflects on faith and fellowship over lasagna, the Red Mass and the upcoming Procession and Mass for Peace.

In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha shares information on Mental Health Awareness and Respect Life Month; Pope Leo’s Call for a Rosary of Peace; and the Feast Day of St. Francis of Assisi.

In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha reflects on a retreat for the Brazilian community, centennial parish anniversaries for St. Francis and St. Mary’s, and the Red Mass.

In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha shares a vocations update and welcomes guest blogs by the Diocese’s current seminarians in which they share inspiring insights from their journey toward the priesthood.

In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha reflects on the Parish Leader Convocation, the upcoming FACE collection, and the Feast of St. Teresa of Calcutta.

In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha shares a reflection on the tragic shooting in Minneapolis, the results of the 2025 Catholic Appeal, on the transition from summer to fall, and shares a reminder of the Feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

A weekly reading of Bishop Edgar M. da Cunha's "Bishop's Blog". In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha discusses the Feast of the Holy Ghost, affordable housing in New Bedford, running for Catholic education and the start of a new school year.

Topics include a collection for Gaza, the St. Francis Mass of Thanksgiving, important Fall Events (You’re Invited), and the National Attention for the Consecration of Priests to St. John Vianney.

In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha discusses expanding access to Catholic education, the vocations update card, and a reminder about the Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha reflects on the consecration of priests in the Diocese to St. John Vianney and shares information about the upcoming Parish Leader Convocation.

In this week’s blog, Father Bryan Bangs shares a reflection on his first year as a priest and Bishop da Cunha shares information on the upcoming consecration of priests to St. John Vianney.