The Catholic Foundation of Southeastern Massachusetts

06/13/2026

06/12/2026

🌎 Peace: Let it Begin with Me 🕊️

"Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you." — John 14:27

True peace starts from within. When we support mental health resources, we bring Christ's comfort to those carrying unseen burdens.

Your generosity to the Catholic Appeal funds support programs like the Mental Health Ministry. Together, we can break the stigma and ensure no one walks through the darkness alone. Let peace begin with us.

🙏 Thank you for making our mission possible.
👉 Donate today: https://www.catholicfoundationsema.org/appeal/

06/10/2026

In this week's blog, Bishop da Cunha reflects on the joy of ordaining a new priest and transitional deacon, offers a message of hope to the Class of 2026 inspired by Pope Leo XIV's new encyclical, invites the faithful to join in the nation's consecration to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, and highlights the impact of the Lumen Christi Award Dinner. Read more at https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/bishops-blog/celebrating-vocations-graduations-our-nation-and-stewardship/

06/09/2026

🌎 Peace: Let it Begin with Me 🕊️

For thousands of children across our communities, a Catholic school is where they learn to read—and where they learn to pray. It is where they discover their unique, God-given gifts.

Did you know that our Catholic schools educate close to 5,000 students each year? And, our schools serve students from 6 weeks old to grade 12 across 17 schools.

When you give to The Catholic Appeal, you directly support programs that keep a quality Catholic education within reach for families. True, lasting peace starts by nurturing the hearts and minds of our youth.

The mission of the Church begins with each of us. Let us make a difference together.

🙏 Thank you for making our mission possible.
👉 Donate today: https://www.catholicfoundationsema.org/appeal/

06/06/2026

Procession has formed and the Ordination to Priesthood and Diaconate is ready to start. Watch the livestream on the Our Lady if Fall River website: www.olfallriver.com/watch

05/23/2026

In this week’s Bishop’s Blog, Bishop da Cunha reflects on the upcoming Lumen Christi Cathedral Gala and the ongoing restoration of St. Mary’s Cathedral, while also inviting the faithful to celebrate Pentecost and remember the sacrifices honored on Memorial Day. You can read the blog at https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/bishops-blog/from-pentecost-to-memorial-day-united-in-prayer-and-hope/

05/21/2026

Recipients of the Pope St. Pius X Youth Awards are processing into St. Mary's Cathedral for tonight's Awards presentation at 7 p.m. Watch the livestream on the Cathedral website at www.olfallriver.com/watch

05/15/2026

Please join us on June 3rd!

05/14/2026

For thousands of children across southeastern Massachusetts, a Catholic school is where they learn to read — and where they learn to pray. Where they discover their gifts — and the One who gave them. Your gift to the 2026 Catholic Appeal helps support the teachers, classrooms and programs that keep a Catholic education within reach for families across our Diocese.

“Let it begin with me.” Consider giving to the 2026 Catholic Appeal and support our children: https://www.catholicfoundationsema.org/appeal/

05/14/2026

In this week’s Bishop’s Blog, Bishop da Cunha reflects on a recent visit to the Philippines for the ordination of priests from the Society of Divine Vocations and shares how the joy, faith, generosity, and deep sense of community he encountered there served as a powerful reminder of the universal Church united in Christ. He also invites the faithful to celebrate the Ascension of the Lord and support the Church’s mission of sharing the Gospel through World Communications Day. You can read the blog at https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/bishops-blog/from-the-philippines-to-our-diocese-a-church-united-in-faith-and-love/