The Bishops Blog https://bishopsblog.podbean.com A reading for people who are blind or print disabled of Bishop Edgar DaCunha’s weekly missive to the Diocese of Fall River, which includes Cape Cod, the Islands and the South Coast. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 10:33:41 -0300 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en Copyright 2024 All rights reserved. Religion & Spirituality:Christianity 1440 episodic Audible Local Ledger Audible Local Ledger No false https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/18815081/BD82DE89-FE77-4870-B062-0E05CAFE811A_f9ucdd.png The Bishops Blog https://bishopsblog.podbean.com 144 144 No Priest Stands Alone No Priest Stands Alone https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/no-priest-stands-alone/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/no-priest-stands-alone/#comments Wed, 08 Apr 2026 10:33:41 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/58dfc6ef-98a7-3396-85ff-a16fbd671916 In this week’s Bishop’s Blog, Bishop da Cunha reflects on how new priest fraternity groups are strengthening the bonds of brotherhood in the Diocese that sustain priestly ministry and shares information about Divine Mercy Sunday and new ways our diocesan community can stay connected to the life of the universal Church. He also invites the faithful to join Pope Leo in a prayer vigil for peace.

]]> In this week’s Bishop’s Blog, Bishop da Cunha reflects on how new priest fraternity groups are strengthening the bonds of brotherhood in the Diocese that sustain priestly ministry and shares information about Divine Mercy Sunday and new ways our diocesan community can stay connected to the life of the universal Church. He also invites the faithful to join Pope Leo in a prayer vigil for peace.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 360 95 full A Time to Walk with Christ and Support Our Priests A Time to Walk with Christ and Support Our Priests https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/a-time-to-walk-with-christ-and-support-our-priests/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/a-time-to-walk-with-christ-and-support-our-priests/#comments Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:25:30 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/23331d62-94a8-3d4e-a41c-079f9126ea83 As we enter the sacred days of the Triduum, we are invited to walk more closely with Christ through His Passion, death, and Resurrection while also giving thanks for the gift of the priesthood and praying for those who faithfully serve God’s people.

]]> As we enter the sacred days of the Triduum, we are invited to walk more closely with Christ through His Passion, death, and Resurrection while also giving thanks for the gift of the priesthood and praying for those who faithfully serve God’s people.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 300 94 full Renewed in Faith and Hope Renewed in Faith and Hope https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/renewed-in-faith-and-hope/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/renewed-in-faith-and-hope/#comments Wed, 25 Mar 2026 12:41:45 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/6029ac1d-3371-30b4-9c4e-17b05ec783c4 As Holy Week approaches, Bishop da Cunha reflects with gratitude on his ordination 44 years ago, the strength of mothers united in prayer for their children, and the beauty of gathering as one diocesan family at the Chrism Mass. He also invites the faithful to enter more deeply into the sacred days ahead, walking with Christ in prayer, sacrifice, and hope. Fr. Matthew Laird also shares a Lenten reflection from a retreat with those preparing to receive the sacraments at Easter.

]]> As Holy Week approaches, Bishop da Cunha reflects with gratitude on his ordination 44 years ago, the strength of mothers united in prayer for their children, and the beauty of gathering as one diocesan family at the Chrism Mass. He also invites the faithful to enter more deeply into the sacred days ahead, walking with Christ in prayer, sacrifice, and hope. Fr. Matthew Laird also shares a Lenten reflection from a retreat with those preparing to receive the sacraments at Easter.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 464 93 full From St. Joseph to Easter, Lenten Themes of Faith, Prayer, and Renewal From St. Joseph to Easter, Lenten Themes of Faith, Prayer, and Renewal https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/from-st-joseph-to-easter-lenten-themes-of-faith-prayer-and-renewal/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/from-st-joseph-to-easter-lenten-themes-of-faith-prayer-and-renewal/#comments Wed, 18 Mar 2026 11:42:59 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/caa32906-99b7-354b-9bf2-c1499eef835f As we continue our Lenten journey, we reflect on the witness of St. Joseph, pray for our priests, and look ahead with hope to Easter. Bishop da Cunha invites us to deepen our faith through prayer, renewal, and trust in God’s grace during this sacred season.

]]> As we continue our Lenten journey, we reflect on the witness of St. Joseph, pray for our priests, and look ahead with hope to Easter. Bishop da Cunha invites us to deepen our faith through prayer, renewal, and trust in God’s grace during this sacred season.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 269 92 full Finding Hope Through Prayer and the Faithful Witness of Our Community Finding Hope Through Prayer and the Faithful Witness of Our Community https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/finding-hope-through-prayer-and-the-faithful-witness-of-our-community/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/finding-hope-through-prayer-and-the-faithful-witness-of-our-community/#comments Wed, 11 Mar 2026 12:08:50 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/a24c96db-b95f-3ba3-b426-ec8574101a9a In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha invites the faithful to pray for peace in a troubled world, celebrates the witness of those who support Catholic education, expresses gratitude for dedicated Catholic educators, reflects on the faith of St. Patrick, and welcomes Fr. Brilhante who shares a Lenten reflection.

]]> In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha invites the faithful to pray for peace in a troubled world, celebrates the witness of those who support Catholic education, expresses gratitude for dedicated Catholic educators, reflects on the faith of St. Patrick, and welcomes Fr. Brilhante who shares a Lenten reflection.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 386 91 full A Call to Peace, Ecological Stewardship, and Spiritual Renewal A Call to Peace, Ecological Stewardship, and Spiritual Renewal https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/a-call-to-peace-ecological-stewardship-and-spiritual-renewal/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/a-call-to-peace-ecological-stewardship-and-spiritual-renewal/#comments Wed, 04 Mar 2026 14:13:00 -0400 bishopsblog.podbean.com/7e9cc6df-a06f-3815-88d6-f7367395986d 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.

]]> 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.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 330 90 full A Season of Renewal: Faith, Conversion, and New Beginnings A Season of Renewal: Faith, Conversion, and New Beginnings https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/a-season-of-renewal-faith-conversion-and-new-beginnings/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/a-season-of-renewal-faith-conversion-and-new-beginnings/#comments Thu, 26 Feb 2026 10:50:08 -0400 bishopsblog.podbean.com/da811756-d34d-3346-9986-d5b853f95ba6 In this week’s Bishop’s Blog, Bishop da Cunha reflects on the Rite of Election and the faithful “yes” of those preparing to enter the Church this Lent, while also celebrating the launch of The Anchor’s new fully digital website and e-newsletter to help share the Good News more widely.

]]> In this week’s Bishop’s Blog, Bishop da Cunha reflects on the Rite of Election and the faithful “yes” of those preparing to enter the Church this Lent, while also celebrating the launch of The Anchor’s new fully digital website and e-newsletter to help share the Good News more widely.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 268 89 full Beginning Again: Renewal During Lent and Through the Rite of Election Beginning Again: Renewal During Lent and Through the Rite of Election https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/beginning-again-renewal-during-lent-and-through-the-rite-of-election/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/beginning-again-renewal-during-lent-and-through-the-rite-of-election/#comments Wed, 18 Feb 2026 11:19:52 -0400 bishopsblog.podbean.com/a39580fd-7326-3231-ab93-274ba482dca0 In this week’s Bishop’s Blog, Bishop da Cunha reflects on the call to conversion during Lent and looks ahead to the Rite of Election, a powerful sign of the Church’s growth as catechumens and candidates prepare to enter fully into the Catholic faith

]]> In this week’s Bishop’s Blog, Bishop da Cunha reflects on the call to conversion during Lent and looks ahead to the Rite of Election, a powerful sign of the Church’s growth as catechumens and candidates prepare to enter fully into the Catholic faith

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 185 88 full Living for Others in Marriage and Lent Living for Others in Marriage and Lent https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/living-for-others-in-marriage-and-lent/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/living-for-others-in-marriage-and-lent/#comments Wed, 11 Feb 2026 15:27:16 -0400 bishopsblog.podbean.com/135d3e87-abbe-3dac-961d-e0806e9d23b6 On World Day of Marriage, couples celebrating milestone anniversaries reminded us that love grows stronger when it is lived for others. As Lent approaches, Bishop da Cunha reflects on this same call to selfless love, inviting all of us to become the salt of the earth through prayer, generosity, and service as we journey toward Easter.

]]> On World Day of Marriage, couples celebrating milestone anniversaries reminded us that love grows stronger when it is lived for others. As Lent approaches, Bishop da Cunha reflects on this same call to selfless love, inviting all of us to become the salt of the earth through prayer, generosity, and service as we journey toward Easter.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 288 87 full Building Up the Church Through Lay Leadership, Catholic Schools, and Sharing the Good News (And Go Pats!) Building Up the Church Through Lay Leadership, Catholic Schools, and Sharing the Good News (And Go Pats!) https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/building-up-the-church-through-lay-leadership-catholic-schools-and-sharing-the-good-news-and-go-pats/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/building-up-the-church-through-lay-leadership-catholic-schools-and-sharing-the-good-news-and-go-pats/#comments Wed, 04 Feb 2026 13:02:24 -0400 bishopsblog.podbean.com/8a5ff4e7-3195-373e-b3e6-417101bcedd1 This week’s blog reflects on the vital role of lay leadership, the joy of Catholic Schools Week, updates on The Anchor’s digital transition, and a prayerful wish for a safe and joyful Super Bowl weekend.

]]> This week’s blog reflects on the vital role of lay leadership, the joy of Catholic Schools Week, updates on The Anchor’s digital transition, and a prayerful wish for a safe and joyful Super Bowl weekend.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 239 86 full Answering God’s Call Through Service, Prayer, and Education Answering God’s Call Through Service, Prayer, and Education https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/answering-god-s-call-through-service-prayer-and-education/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/answering-god-s-call-through-service-prayer-and-education/#comments Wed, 28 Jan 2026 12:48:31 -0400 bishopsblog.podbean.com/d10c872b-d6bb-3cb1-8dda-949d3551c0ed Service, prayer, and education are powerful ways we answer God’s call. In this reflection, Bishop da Cunha highlights how Catholic Charities is helping young adults move from homelessness to hope, invites prayer for men and women in consecrated life, and shares a student’s witness to the transformative impact of Catholic education during Catholic Schools Week.

]]> Service, prayer, and education are powerful ways we answer God’s call. In this reflection, Bishop da Cunha highlights how Catholic Charities is helping young adults move from homelessness to hope, invites prayer for men and women in consecrated life, and shares a student’s witness to the transformative impact of Catholic education during Catholic Schools Week.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 389 85 full Rooted in Family, Strengthened by Faith Rooted in Family, Strengthened by Faith https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/rooted-in-family-strengthened-by-faith/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/rooted-in-family-strengthened-by-faith/#comments Wed, 14 Jan 2026 11:39:31 -0400 bishopsblog.podbean.com/fb246c84-be38-3cf4-a166-56c2edcc9497 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 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.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 180 84 full Reflecting with Gratitude, Moving Forward with Hope Reflecting with Gratitude, Moving Forward with Hope https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/reflecting-with-gratitude-moving-forward-with-hope/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/reflecting-with-gratitude-moving-forward-with-hope/#comments Wed, 07 Jan 2026 11:01:01 -0400 bishopsblog.podbean.com/c579806b-d3fc-383d-83c7-713223931bde 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 building stronger parish communities, this blog offers a hopeful vision for the year ahead guided by faith, service, and unity.

]]> 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 building stronger parish communities, this blog offers a hopeful vision for the year ahead guided by faith, service, and unity.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 442 83 full Closing the Jubilee Year with Hope and Opening the New Year in Prayer for Peace and Vocations Closing the Jubilee Year with Hope and Opening the New Year in Prayer for Peace and Vocations https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/closing-the-jubilee-year-with-hope-and-opening-the-new-year-in-prayer-for-peace-and-vocations/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/closing-the-jubilee-year-with-hope-and-opening-the-new-year-in-prayer-for-peace-and-vocations/#comments Wed, 31 Dec 2025 16:35:35 -0400 bishopsblog.podbean.com/c1a67de8-1c63-3215-89b3-b6cc7d923277 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 new year.

]]> 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 new year.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 347 82 full The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light. Isaiah 9:1 The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light. Isaiah 9:1 https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/the-people-who-walked-in-darkness-have-seen-a-great-light-isaiah-91/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/the-people-who-walked-in-darkness-have-seen-a-great-light-isaiah-91/#comments Wed, 24 Dec 2025 11:44:33 -0400 bishopsblog.podbean.com/b86f825e-b4f6-316c-ae92-9cce7327cba5 In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha shares his Christmas message.

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

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 267 81 full Light in the Darkness: Celebrating Ordination, Sharing Christmas Hope, and Reflecting on Advent Light in the Darkness: Celebrating Ordination, Sharing Christmas Hope, and Reflecting on Advent https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/light-in-the-darkness-celebrating-ordination-sharing-christmas-hope-and-reflecting-on-advent/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/light-in-the-darkness-celebrating-ordination-sharing-christmas-hope-and-reflecting-on-advent/#comments Wed, 17 Dec 2025 15:15:37 -0400 bishopsblog.podbean.com/9b7e4451-34e8-3c67-be4b-94c87857850e 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.

]]> 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.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 539 80 full Advent Hope Shines as Seminarian Kaique Santos Prepares for the Diaconate Advent Hope Shines as Seminarian Kaique Santos Prepares for the Diaconate https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/advent-hope-shines-as-seminarian-kaique-santos-prepares-for-the-diaconate/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/advent-hope-shines-as-seminarian-kaique-santos-prepares-for-the-diaconate/#comments Wed, 10 Dec 2025 11:47:48 -0400 bishopsblog.podbean.com/c22c649a-a382-3b0b-a906-53d2ac5e9407 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.

]]> 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.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 370 79 full During Advent, Celebrating Service and Preparing Our Hearts for Christ During Advent, Celebrating Service and Preparing Our Hearts for Christ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/during-advent-celebrating-service-and-preparing-our-hearts-for-christ/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/during-advent-celebrating-service-and-preparing-our-hearts-for-christ/#comments Wed, 03 Dec 2025 13:58:23 -0400 bishopsblog.podbean.com/bcd981ad-b045-394a-9311-0d2453673483 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.

]]> 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.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 482 78 full From Gratitude to Hopeful Waiting: Thanksgiving Blessings and the First Week of Advent From Gratitude to Hopeful Waiting: Thanksgiving Blessings and the First Week of Advent https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/from-gratitude-to-hopeful-waiting-thanksgiving-blessings-and-the-first-week-of-advent/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/from-gratitude-to-hopeful-waiting-thanksgiving-blessings-and-the-first-week-of-advent/#comments Thu, 27 Nov 2025 10:25:29 -0400 bishopsblog.podbean.com/07113a83-4dc0-3911-93f0-24addfb42e51 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. 

]]> 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. 

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 327 77 full Building the Kingdom of Christ, Reflections from the U.S. Bishops Meeting and the Journey Toward Advent Building the Kingdom of Christ, Reflections from the U.S. Bishops Meeting and the Journey Toward Advent https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/building-the-kingdom-of-christ-reflections-from-the-us-bishops-meeting-and-the-journey-toward-advent/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/building-the-kingdom-of-christ-reflections-from-the-us-bishops-meeting-and-the-journey-toward-advent/#comments Wed, 19 Nov 2025 12:15:29 -0400 bishopsblog.podbean.com/a8e7fac7-bc2a-3b27-b652-d211ae6ac95e 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.

]]> 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.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 449 76 full Support for Catholic Education and Strengthening the Church’s Mission Support for Catholic Education and Strengthening the Church’s Mission https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/support-for-catholic-education-and-strengthening-the-church-s-mission/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/support-for-catholic-education-and-strengthening-the-church-s-mission/#comments Wed, 12 Nov 2025 12:55:48 -0400 bishopsblog.podbean.com/62376281-89a2-3b09-997a-d062b3436ac9 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 reflects on the 32st Annual Face Fall Scholarship Dinner and USCCB committee meetings held before the annual meeting in Baltimore.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 300 75 full A Season of Gratitude, Hope, Vocations, and Service A Season of Gratitude, Hope, Vocations, and Service https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/a-season-of-gratitude-hope-vocations-and-service/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/a-season-of-gratitude-hope-vocations-and-service/#comments Wed, 05 Nov 2025 09:47:19 -0400 bishopsblog.podbean.com/78642648-4815-3d09-96b3-8995ace888ca 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 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.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 459 74 full From St. Mary’s to All Saints: Embracing Change, Honoring Legacy, and Living Faith From St. Mary’s to All Saints: Embracing Change, Honoring Legacy, and Living Faith https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/bishops-blog-wednesday-october-29th-2025/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/bishops-blog-wednesday-october-29th-2025/#comments Wed, 29 Oct 2025 08:45:31 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/b4424cd4-1f28-3eac-abec-041a0a805928 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 the Mass of Thanksgiving for St. Mary’s in Taunton, the gift of Catholic schools and All Saints and All Souls Day.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 366 73 full Inspiring the Next Generation and Bringing Healing to Our Communities Inspiring the Next Generation and Bringing Healing to Our Communities https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/inspiring-the-next-generation-and-bringing-healing-to-our-communities/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/inspiring-the-next-generation-and-bringing-healing-to-our-communities/#comments Wed, 22 Oct 2025 11:28:49 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/db2efd30-efef-3e2e-bb05-fc02c3079395 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 Catholic Youth Day’s theme “RENEWED,” urging young disciples to embrace faith, and highlights efforts to support those affected by mental health and addiction.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 341 72 full Moments of Grace: Praying, Learning, and Growing in Faith Moments of Grace: Praying, Learning, and Growing in Faith https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/moments-of-grace-praying-learning-and-growing-in-faith/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/moments-of-grace-praying-learning-and-growing-in-faith/#comments Wed, 15 Oct 2025 09:55:33 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/c1f7ac74-3408-32c8-aa88-eaedd705af35 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 the Mass for Peace, the upcoming FACE dinner featuring former Celtic Gordon Hayward and World Mission Sunday.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 300 71 full Faith in Action: Building Community, Seeking Justice, and Praying for Peace Faith in Action: Building Community, Seeking Justice, and Praying for Peace https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/faith-in-action-building-community-seeking-justice-and-praying-for-peace/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/faith-in-action-building-community-seeking-justice-and-praying-for-peace/#comments Wed, 08 Oct 2025 10:21:36 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/8dee216c-98bc-3e19-b103-74f5276baa61 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 reflects on faith and fellowship over lasagna, the Red Mass and the upcoming Procession and Mass for Peace.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 391 70 full Celebrating Life, Peace, Healing, and Creation in Our Diocese this October Celebrating Life, Peace, Healing, and Creation in Our Diocese this October https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/celebrating-life-peace-healing-and-creation-in-our-diocese-this-october/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/celebrating-life-peace-healing-and-creation-in-our-diocese-this-october/#comments Wed, 01 Oct 2025 14:08:42 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/d367718e-f280-33cf-9d69-4cda486811eb 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 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.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 390 69 full Celebrating Faith in Every Season Celebrating Faith in Every Season https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/celebrating-faith-in-every-season/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/celebrating-faith-in-every-season/#comments Wed, 24 Sep 2025 12:56:00 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/b802667f-7af5-3445-ab1d-12956bc9f9f9 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 reflects on a retreat for the Brazilian community, centennial parish anniversaries for St. Francis and St. Mary’s, and the Red Mass.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 397 68 full Seminarians Reflect on their Journey toward the Priesthood Seminarians Reflect on their Journey toward the Priesthood https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/seminarians-reflect-on-their-journey-toward-the-priesthood/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/seminarians-reflect-on-their-journey-toward-the-priesthood/#comments Wed, 17 Sep 2025 09:06:20 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/8a9e21de-5371-3f9e-86f5-0249f74403ee 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 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.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 293 67 full Strengthening Faith Through Leadership, Education, and the Example of St. Teresa of Calcutta Strengthening Faith Through Leadership, Education, and the Example of St. Teresa of Calcutta https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/strengthening-faith-through-leadership-education-and-the-example-of-st-teresa-of-calcutta/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/strengthening-faith-through-leadership-education-and-the-example-of-st-teresa-of-calcutta/#comments Wed, 10 Sep 2025 09:31:51 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/c080de80-05fb-3408-b05c-eae29f80c76e 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 reflects on the Parish Leader Convocation, the upcoming FACE collection, and the Feast of St. Teresa of Calcutta.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 417 66 full Carrying Summer’s Blessings into a Season of Faith and Service Carrying Summer’s Blessings into a Season of Faith and Service https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/carrying-summer-s-blessings-into-a-season-of-faith-and-service/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/carrying-summer-s-blessings-into-a-season-of-faith-and-service/#comments Wed, 03 Sep 2025 14:31:54 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/dac6ca99-c876-3bc3-87a0-4e00c1292bf1 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.

]]> 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.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 299 65 full The Feast of the Holy Ghost, affordable housing in New Bedford, running for Catholic education and the start of a new school year The Feast of the Holy Ghost, affordable housing in New Bedford, running for Catholic education and the start of a new school year https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/the-feast-of-the-holy-ghost-affordable-housing-in-new-bedford-running-for-catholic-education-and-the-start-of-a-new-school-year/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/the-feast-of-the-holy-ghost-affordable-housing-in-new-bedford-running-for-catholic-education-and-the-start-of-a-new-school-year/#comments Wed, 27 Aug 2025 10:02:41 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/f4dedde7-090a-3450-8d79-ab250e772f29 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.

]]> 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.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 449 64 full A Collection for Gaza, St. Francis Mass of Thanksgiving, Fall Events (You’re Invited), and National Attention for the Consecration of Priests to St. John Vianney A Collection for Gaza, St. Francis Mass of Thanksgiving, Fall Events (You’re Invited), and National Attention for the Consecration of Priests to St. John Vianney https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/a-collection-for-gaza-stfrancismassof-thanksgivingfall-eventsyou-re-invitedandnationalattentionfor-the-consecrationof-priests-tost-john-vianney/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/a-collection-for-gaza-stfrancismassof-thanksgivingfall-eventsyou-re-invitedandnationalattentionfor-the-consecrationof-priests-tost-john-vianney/#comments Wed, 20 Aug 2025 12:28:51 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/90771a51-7e95-3937-ab3c-3b7d0da06a5d 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.

]]> 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.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 350 63 full Supporting Impactful Catholic Education and Praying for Vocations Supporting Impactful Catholic Education and Praying for Vocations https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/supporting-impactful-catholic-education-and-praying-for-vocations/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/supporting-impactful-catholic-education-and-praying-for-vocations/#comments Wed, 13 Aug 2025 13:01:08 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/c11d4fbd-9bf7-3f09-b27b-d6110dfeccf3 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 discusses expanding access to Catholic education, the vocations update card, and a reminder about the Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 449 62 full Consecrating Priests to St. John Vianney and the September Parish Leader Convocation Consecrating Priests to St. John Vianney and the September Parish Leader Convocation https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/consecrating-priests-to-st-john-vianney-and-the-september-parish-leader-convocation/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/consecrating-priests-to-st-john-vianney-and-the-september-parish-leader-convocation/#comments Wed, 06 Aug 2025 12:17:38 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/fa3876b8-6bc1-333c-88ff-ae14219ec48c 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, 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.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 329 61 full Reflections of a First-year Priest and A Call for Prayer and Support Reflections of a First-year Priest and A Call for Prayer and Support https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/reflections-of-a-first-year-priest-and-a-call-for-prayer-and-support/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/reflections-of-a-first-year-priest-and-a-call-for-prayer-and-support/#comments Wed, 30 Jul 2025 11:47:19 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/82354d18-05fc-3730-871b-f54141f87b85 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.

]]> 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.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 503 60 full Uniting After the Gabriel House Tragedy, the Jubilee Journey and a Pastoral Visit to Nantucket Uniting After the Gabriel House Tragedy, the Jubilee Journey and a Pastoral Visit to Nantucket https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/uniting-after-the-gabriel-house-tragedy-the-jubilee-journey-and-a-pastoral-visit-to-nantucket/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/uniting-after-the-gabriel-house-tragedy-the-jubilee-journey-and-a-pastoral-visit-to-nantucket/#comments Wed, 23 Jul 2025 12:04:02 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/e15e081a-9036-3b07-acf0-c46e4f7db079 Uniting After the Gabriel House Tragedy, the Jubilee Journey and a Pastoral Visit to Nantucket

]]> Uniting After the Gabriel House Tragedy, the Jubilee Journey and a Pastoral Visit to Nantucket

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 359 59 full Prayers Amid Tragedy, St. Mary’s 100th, and the Gift of a Catholic Education Prayers Amid Tragedy, St. Mary’s 100th, and the Gift of a Catholic Education https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/prayers-amid-tragedy-st-mary-s-100th-and-the-gift-of-a-catholic-education/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/prayers-amid-tragedy-st-mary-s-100th-and-the-gift-of-a-catholic-education/#comments Wed, 16 Jul 2025 10:28:07 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/4fc242f4-ca86-339c-a628-f99d574839e9 In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha discusses his prayers amid the tragedy at Gabriel House, St Mary Star of the Sea’s 100th anniversary, the gift of a Catholic education and an invitation to join in prayer for our priests.

]]> In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha discusses his prayers amid the tragedy at Gabriel House, St Mary Star of the Sea’s 100th anniversary, the gift of a Catholic education and an invitation to join in prayer for our priests.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 382 58 full The Role of the Diocesan Pastoral Council and Accolades for the New Diocesan Website The Role of the Diocesan Pastoral Council and Accolades for the New Diocesan Website https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/the-role-of-the-diocesan-pastoral-council-and-accolades-for-the-new-diocesan-website/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/the-role-of-the-diocesan-pastoral-council-and-accolades-for-the-new-diocesan-website/#comments Wed, 09 Jul 2025 10:43:33 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/708a6e85-26dc-3919-b01c-422e38acba84 In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha shares information about the role of the Diocesan Pastoral Council and accolades for the new Diocesan website.

]]> In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha shares information about the role of the Diocesan Pastoral Council and accolades for the new Diocesan website.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 328 57 full The Cursillo Convocation, Blessing of the Fleet, Support for the Cathedral and Independence Day The Cursillo Convocation, Blessing of the Fleet, Support for the Cathedral and Independence Day https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/the-cursillo-convocation-blessing-of-the-fleet-support-for-the-cathedral-and-independence-day/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/the-cursillo-convocation-blessing-of-the-fleet-support-for-the-cathedral-and-independence-day/#comments Wed, 02 Jul 2025 12:37:43 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/f5e780ff-1953-329b-83ce-6c2a2a23e840 Saints Peter and Paul and What Cursillo Teaches Us About Faith and Mission.

]]> Saints Peter and Paul and What Cursillo Teaches Us About Faith and Mission.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 505 56 full Answering the Call: How Laity are Supporting Priests and Parishes Answering the Call: How Laity are Supporting Priests and Parishes https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/answering-the-call-how-laity-are-supporting-priests-and-parishes/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/answering-the-call-how-laity-are-supporting-priests-and-parishes/#comments Wed, 25 Jun 2025 14:57:50 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/f41b21fa-aee6-3ba9-ab23-360fbec17bdf In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha explores how laity are supporting their priests and parishes throughout the Diocese and offers a reminder of the final week of the Appeal.

]]> In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha explores how laity are supporting their priests and parishes throughout the Diocese and offers a reminder of the final week of the Appeal.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 389 55 full Standing with Immigrants, Special Assembly, and Corpus Christi Standing with Immigrants, Special Assembly, and Corpus Christi https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/standing-with-immigrants-special-assembly-and-corpus-christi/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/standing-with-immigrants-special-assembly-and-corpus-christi/#comments Thu, 19 Jun 2025 09:54:37 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/458457f1-0932-385c-9ea3-c7dbc5022998 “For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, a stranger and you welcomed me” (Mt 25:35)

]]> “For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, a stranger and you welcomed me” (Mt 25:35)

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 402 54 full High School Commencements, Traveling, and Father’s Day High School Commencements, Traveling, and Father’s Day https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/high-school-commencements-traveling-and-father-s-day/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/high-school-commencements-traveling-and-father-s-day/#comments Wed, 11 Jun 2025 10:47:26 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/6ee04434-96f8-30ff-b291-2922faebbdde In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha discusses his message for the Class of 2025, upcoming travel and Father’s Day.

]]> In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha discusses his message for the Class of 2025, upcoming travel and Father’s Day.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 299 53 full Strengthening the Church in Latin America, Providing Hope and Pentecost Sunday Strengthening the Church in Latin America, Providing Hope and Pentecost Sunday https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/strengthening-the-church-in-latin-america-providing-hope-and-pentecost-sunday/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/strengthening-the-church-in-latin-america-providing-hope-and-pentecost-sunday/#comments Wed, 04 Jun 2025 16:42:20 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/c7ea1a89-7b87-350f-910c-d7cfbaad2c28 70 Years of CELAM: A Call to Solidarity and Renewal!

]]> 70 Years of CELAM: A Call to Solidarity and Renewal!

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 376 52 full Maintaining the Mother Church of Our Diocese, Cursillo Convocation, and Ascension Thursday Maintaining the Mother Church of Our Diocese, Cursillo Convocation, and Ascension Thursday https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/maintaining-the-mother-church-of-our-diocese-cursillo-convocation-and-ascension-thursday/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/maintaining-the-mother-church-of-our-diocese-cursillo-convocation-and-ascension-thursday/#comments Wed, 28 May 2025 15:31:11 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/12faaba3-82b3-31ce-909a-b1382ffb7253 In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha shares information about the Lumen Christi Cathedral Gala, the Cursillo Convocation and Ascension Thursday.

]]> In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha shares information about the Lumen Christi Cathedral Gala, the Cursillo Convocation and Ascension Thursday.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 297 50 full The Peace Papacy, the dignity of all human life, Stonehill Baccalaureate, and remembering the fallen The Peace Papacy, the dignity of all human life, Stonehill Baccalaureate, and remembering the fallen https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/the-peace-papacy-the-dignity-of-all-human-life-stonehill-baccalaureate-and-remembering-the-fallen/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/the-peace-papacy-the-dignity-of-all-human-life-stonehill-baccalaureate-and-remembering-the-fallen/#comments Wed, 21 May 2025 12:12:44 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/7730f2ed-065b-3f07-a04b-b5360cbcbeb9 "At a Mass we held last Friday in St. Mary’s Cathedral for Pope Leo XIV, I reminded the congregation in my homily that the very first word Pope Leo spoke from the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica was “peace.”

]]> "At a Mass we held last Friday in St. Mary’s Cathedral for Pope Leo XIV, I reminded the congregation in my homily that the very first word Pope Leo spoke from the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica was “peace.”

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 401 49 full Getting to Know Pope Leo XIV and Recognizing Youth Service to the Church Getting to Know Pope Leo XIV and Recognizing Youth Service to the Church https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/getting-to-know-pope-leo-xiv-and-recognizing-youth-service-to-the-church/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/getting-to-know-pope-leo-xiv-and-recognizing-youth-service-to-the-church/#comments Wed, 14 May 2025 10:10:21 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/fbd4c38a-7f62-3fcd-a996-1bed1183c595 Audible Local Ledger false No 385 48 full The Conclave, an “Appeal” for Those in Need, Praying for Vocations, Mother’s Day and an “Island of Mercy” The Conclave, an “Appeal” for Those in Need, Praying for Vocations, Mother’s Day and an “Island of Mercy” https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/the-conclave-an-appeal-for-those-in-need-praying-for-vocations-mother-s-day-and-an-island-of-mercy/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/the-conclave-an-appeal-for-those-in-need-praying-for-vocations-mother-s-day-and-an-island-of-mercy/#comments Wed, 07 May 2025 14:10:02 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/e4891e8f-e514-306b-b51d-6a6407087574 The Conclave, an “Appeal” for Those in Need, Praying for Vocations, Mother’s Day and an “Island of Mercy”.

]]> The Conclave, an “Appeal” for Those in Need, Praying for Vocations, Mother’s Day and an “Island of Mercy”.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 449 47 full Celebrating the Good Shepherd and an Appeal to Serve Those in the Peripheries Celebrating the Good Shepherd and an Appeal to Serve Those in the Peripheries https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/celebrating-the-good-shepherd-and-an-appeal-to-serve-those-in-the-peripheries/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/celebrating-the-good-shepherd-and-an-appeal-to-serve-those-in-the-peripheries/#comments Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:30:06 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/90263099-c10a-3879-b719-7ed16f12b419 In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha shares portions of his homily from the Memorial Mass for Pope Francis and discusses how the Catholic Appeal enables the Diocese to serve those in the peripheries.

]]> In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha shares portions of his homily from the Memorial Mass for Pope Francis and discusses how the Catholic Appeal enables the Diocese to serve those in the peripheries.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 377 46 full Pope Francis’ Legacy on Caring for the Poor and Creation; Divine Mercy Sunday Pope Francis’ Legacy on Caring for the Poor and Creation; Divine Mercy Sunday https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/pope-francis-legacy-on-caring-for-the-poor-and-creation-divine-mercy-sunday/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/pope-francis-legacy-on-caring-for-the-poor-and-creation-divine-mercy-sunday/#comments Wed, 23 Apr 2025 10:58:02 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/ebeab9ff-03b9-3b2a-ad14-eeec6b137811 In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha reflects on the life and ministry of Pope Francis, his legacy and Divine Mercy Sunday

]]> In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha reflects on the life and ministry of Pope Francis, his legacy and Divine Mercy Sunday

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 389 45 full A Message of Joyful Hope This Easter A Message of Joyful Hope This Easter https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/a-message-of-joyful-hope-this-easter/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/a-message-of-joyful-hope-this-easter/#comments Thu, 17 Apr 2025 20:42:22 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/edda133d-df40-3fc7-963e-bc869549efbb In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha shares his Easter message, Triduum schedule and recognizes priests of the Diocese celebrating significant anniversaries of Priestly Ordination.

]]> In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha shares his Easter message, Triduum schedule and recognizes priests of the Diocese celebrating significant anniversaries of Priestly Ordination.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 365 44 full Holy Week, the Chrism Mass, Protecting Children and the ‘Meat’ and Greet Holy Week, the Chrism Mass, Protecting Children and the ‘Meat’ and Greet https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/holy-week-the-chrism-mass-protecting-children-and-the-meat-and-greet/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/holy-week-the-chrism-mass-protecting-children-and-the-meat-and-greet/#comments Wed, 09 Apr 2025 10:06:17 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/5fa3ff67-b963-3c7b-86af-1f1c66cb3a76 In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha discusses Holy Week, the Chrism Mass, Protecting Children and the ‘Meat’ and Greet.

]]> In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha discusses Holy Week, the Chrism Mass, Protecting Children and the ‘Meat’ and Greet.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 449 43 full Praying With Mothers, Recognizing Those Committed to Life and the Passing of Msgr. Fitzgerald Praying With Mothers, Recognizing Those Committed to Life and the Passing of Msgr. Fitzgerald https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/praying-with-mothers-recognizing-those-committed-to-life-and-the-passing-of-msgr-fitzgerald/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/praying-with-mothers-recognizing-those-committed-to-life-and-the-passing-of-msgr-fitzgerald/#comments Wed, 02 Apr 2025 09:39:30 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/82219670-2713-3b5a-b63e-caa6f47c8133 In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha shares a Mass he celebrated at LSalette with Mothers Who Pray for Their Children, recognizing those committed to life and the passing of Msgr. Fitzgerald.

]]> In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha shares a Mass he celebrated at LSalette with Mothers Who Pray for Their Children, recognizing those committed to life and the passing of Msgr. Fitzgerald.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 435 42 full Celebrating, Walking for Life and the Chrism Mass Celebrating, Walking for Life and the Chrism Mass https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/celebrating-walking-for-life-and-the-chrism-mass/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/celebrating-walking-for-life-and-the-chrism-mass/#comments Wed, 26 Mar 2025 09:56:00 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/5213455d-7397-3712-8fa0-583f19aadcd8 In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha discusses the Mass and Walk for Life and invites the faithful to the Chrism Mass.

]]> In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha discusses the Mass and Walk for Life and invites the faithful to the Chrism Mass.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 299 41 full Our Connection to Latin America and La Festa di San Giuseppe Our Connection to Latin America and La Festa di San Giuseppe https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/our-connection-to-latin-america-and-la-festa-di-san-giuseppe/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/our-connection-to-latin-america-and-la-festa-di-san-giuseppe/#comments Wed, 19 Mar 2025 10:07:37 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/56085308-546e-30c0-b248-277da917fdb9 In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha discusses his role as Chair of the USCCB’s Subcommittee on the Church in Latin America and reflects on the Feast of St. Joseph.

]]> In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha discusses his role as Chair of the USCCB’s Subcommittee on the Church in Latin America and reflects on the Feast of St. Joseph.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 479 40 full The Rite of Election and the Irish Saint Who Was Once a Slave The Rite of Election and the Irish Saint Who Was Once a Slave https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/the-rite-of-election-and-the-irish-saint-who-was-once-a-slave/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/the-rite-of-election-and-the-irish-saint-who-was-once-a-slave/#comments Wed, 12 Mar 2025 11:37:01 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/a943cffa-d2a4-364d-ad2f-3417b13b3c2a In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha summarizes his homily for the Rite of Election and reflects on the life and ministry of St. Patrick.

]]> In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha summarizes his homily for the Rite of Election and reflects on the life and ministry of St. Patrick.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 360 39 full Moved by the Holy Spirit, Celebrating Love and Fidelity and Lent Commences Moved by the Holy Spirit, Celebrating Love and Fidelity and Lent Commences https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/moved-by-the-holy-spirit-celebrating-love-and-fidelity-and-lent-commences/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/moved-by-the-holy-spirit-celebrating-love-and-fidelity-and-lent-commences/#comments Wed, 05 Mar 2025 12:00:00 -0400 bishopsblog.podbean.com/7a79d236-7a0f-3373-9ae8-6d12f2ad0ca9 On Ash Wednesday, Bishop da Cunha shares a brief reflection on Lenten sacrifices and service, details about the Wedding Anniversary Mass and the recent Adult Confirmation.

]]> On Ash Wednesday, Bishop da Cunha shares a brief reflection on Lenten sacrifices and service, details about the Wedding Anniversary Mass and the recent Adult Confirmation.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 269 38 full Pray, Fast, and Give: Preparing for the 40 Days of Lent and Praying for Pope Francis Pray, Fast, and Give: Preparing for the 40 Days of Lent and Praying for Pope Francis https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/pray-fast-and-give-preparing-for-the-40-days-of-lent-and-praying-for-pope-francis/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/pray-fast-and-give-preparing-for-the-40-days-of-lent-and-praying-for-pope-francis/#comments Wed, 26 Feb 2025 15:27:22 -0400 bishopsblog.podbean.com/ac39bb1b-3949-317e-9fc1-1c9ebb44a199 In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha asks for continued prayers for the Holy Father and shares information to prepare for the Lenten journey.

]]> In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha asks for continued prayers for the Holy Father and shares information to prepare for the Lenten journey.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 339 37 full Task Forces of the ‘Fortitude’ Initiative and the Jubilee Year Task Forces of the ‘Fortitude’ Initiative and the Jubilee Year https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/task-forces-of-the-fortitude-initiative-and-the-jubilee-year/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/task-forces-of-the-fortitude-initiative-and-the-jubilee-year/#comments Thu, 20 Feb 2025 08:39:11 -0400 bishopsblog.podbean.com/507cfe25-b323-3b4f-b561-0a8d3140c380 In this week’s Bishop’s Blog, Bishop da Cunha provides an update on the work of the Stronger Priests, Stronger Parishes, Stronger Church task forces, the Jubilee Year and asks for prayers for Pope Francis.

]]> In this week’s Bishop’s Blog, Bishop da Cunha provides an update on the work of the Stronger Priests, Stronger Parishes, Stronger Church task forces, the Jubilee Year and asks for prayers for Pope Francis.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 419 36 full Called By Name, the Martyrdom of St. Valentine and Reflections on St. Stanislaus School and the Journey Home Called By Name, the Martyrdom of St. Valentine and Reflections on St. Stanislaus School and the Journey Home https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/called-by-name-the-martyrdom-of-st-valentine-and-reflections-on-st-stanislaus-school-and-the-journey-home/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/called-by-name-the-martyrdom-of-st-valentine-and-reflections-on-st-stanislaus-school-and-the-journey-home/#comments Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:30:24 -0400 bishopsblog.podbean.com/42bbd06b-466b-37cb-8161-49e72d973ff1 In this week’s Bishop’s Blog, Bushop da Cunha shares an update on the Called by Name Campaign, the life of St. Valentine and reflections on St. Stanislaus School and the journey home from Brazil.

]]> In this week’s Bishop’s Blog, Bushop da Cunha shares an update on the Called by Name Campaign, the life of St. Valentine and reflections on St. Stanislaus School and the journey home from Brazil.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 453 35 full Welcoming the Stranger Amid the Politics of Immigration Welcoming the Stranger Amid the Politics of Immigration https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/welcoming-the-stranger-amid-the-politics-of-immigration/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/welcoming-the-stranger-amid-the-politics-of-immigration/#comments Thu, 06 Feb 2025 11:03:20 -0400 bishopsblog.podbean.com/ae8e3aef-eaca-376b-a620-5535123eec0e In this week’s Bishop’s blog, Bishop da Cunha shares his statement in response to recent immigration enforcement and how the Diocese, through Catholic Charities, “welcomes the stranger.”

]]> In this week’s Bishop’s blog, Bishop da Cunha shares his statement in response to recent immigration enforcement and how the Diocese, through Catholic Charities, “welcomes the stranger.”

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 418 34 full United in Faith and Community & World Day of Prayer for Consecrated Life United in Faith and Community & World Day of Prayer for Consecrated Life https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/united-in-faith-and-community-world-day-of-prayer-for-consecrated-life/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/united-in-faith-and-community-world-day-of-prayer-for-consecrated-life/#comments Wed, 29 Jan 2025 15:11:54 -0400 bishopsblog.podbean.com/b95289c3-6542-3c71-812e-71bc1429afb4 In this week’s Bishop’s Blog, Bishop da Cunha shares the value of Catholic education and the importance of World Day of Prayer for Consecrated Life.

]]> In this week’s Bishop’s Blog, Bishop da Cunha shares the value of Catholic education and the importance of World Day of Prayer for Consecrated Life.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 328 33 full United for Life, Catholic Schools Week and the Early Success of the ‘Stronger’ Initiative United for Life, Catholic Schools Week and the Early Success of the ‘Stronger’ Initiative https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/united-for-life-catholic-schools-week-and-the-early-success-of-the-stronger-initiative/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/united-for-life-catholic-schools-week-and-the-early-success-of-the-stronger-initiative/#comments Thu, 23 Jan 2025 09:18:05 -0400 bishopsblog.podbean.com/84db47a7-b711-34ce-94fb-e29a981f583b In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha discusses Catholic Schools Week, the Walk for Life, Word of God Sunday and provides and update on the ‘Stronger’ Initiative.

]]> In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha discusses Catholic Schools Week, the Walk for Life, Word of God Sunday and provides and update on the ‘Stronger’ Initiative.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 389 32 full Some Time Away, Novena for Life and Celebrating Marriage Some Time Away, Novena for Life and Celebrating Marriage https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/some-time-away-novena-for-life-and-celebrating-marriage/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/some-time-away-novena-for-life-and-celebrating-marriage/#comments Wed, 15 Jan 2025 12:17:01 -0400 bishopsblog.podbean.com/6a93e6ba-a93c-354c-b91e-5f435844bced In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha shares a reflection from Brazil, information about the Novena for Life and the Wedding Anniversary Mass.

]]> In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha shares a reflection from Brazil, information about the Novena for Life and the Wedding Anniversary Mass.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 217 31 full 2024 Year In Review - 1-08-25 2024 Year In Review - 1-08-25 https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/2024-year-in-review-1-08-25/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/2024-year-in-review-1-08-25/#comments Thu, 09 Jan 2025 14:21:22 -0400 bishopsblog.podbean.com/eb764631-29d5-3147-a8dd-81c7b84b525f As the new year begins, Bishop da Cunha reflects upon the year that passed in the Diocese of Fall River

]]> As the new year begins, Bishop da Cunha reflects upon the year that passed in the Diocese of Fall River

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 599 30 full World Day of Peace, the Jubilee Year Begins and Happy New Year! World Day of Peace, the Jubilee Year Begins and Happy New Year! https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/world-day-of-peace-the-jubilee-year-begins-and-happy-new-year/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/world-day-of-peace-the-jubilee-year-begins-and-happy-new-year/#comments Thu, 02 Jan 2025 09:52:16 -0400 bishopsblog.podbean.com/afabe475-9fe1-378e-ae45-d6cf57148dd0 In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha explores the World Day of Peace, the beginning of the Jubilee Year and Solemnities of Mary, Mother of God and the Epiphany of the Lord

]]> In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha explores the World Day of Peace, the beginning of the Jubilee Year and Solemnities of Mary, Mother of God and the Epiphany of the Lord

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 480 29 full Come, Lord Jesus Come, Lord Jesus https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/come-lord-jesus/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/come-lord-jesus/#comments Tue, 24 Dec 2024 18:58:06 -0400 bishopsblog.podbean.com/01754c0c-f4bc-327c-b635-337d7bbe1d90 This week’s Bishop’s Blog features Bishop da Cunha’s 2024 Christmas Message.

]]> This week’s Bishop’s Blog features Bishop da Cunha’s 2024 Christmas Message.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 240 28 full Jubilee 2025 and Prayerful Strength for the Fortitude Initiative Jubilee 2025 and Prayerful Strength for the Fortitude Initiative https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/jubilee-2025-and-prayerful-strength-for-the-fortitude-initiative/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/jubilee-2025-and-prayerful-strength-for-the-fortitude-initiative/#comments Thu, 19 Dec 2024 13:31:54 -0400 bishopsblog.podbean.com/fce7614b-d0e1-3c1b-a6e0-724c91e992ab In this week’s Bishop’s Blog, learn about international and local Jubilee 2025 pilgrimages, an update on the Fortitude initiative and how three parish communities came together as one in Christ to celebrate Our Lady of Guadalupe.

]]> In this week’s Bishop’s Blog, learn about international and local Jubilee 2025 pilgrimages, an update on the Fortitude initiative and how three parish communities came together as one in Christ to celebrate Our Lady of Guadalupe.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 497 27 full Stronger Priests and the Season of Giving Stronger Priests and the Season of Giving https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/stronger-priests-and-the-season-of-giving/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/stronger-priests-and-the-season-of-giving/#comments Thu, 12 Dec 2024 11:09:08 -0400 bishopsblog.podbean.com/4b117ced-2185-3347-9e1d-0d35eb26055a In his blog this week. Bishop da Cunha shares details about his Pastoral Letter, A Time for Fortitude and ways to help priests and those in need during the Advent and Christmas seasons.

]]> In his blog this week. Bishop da Cunha shares details about his Pastoral Letter, A Time for Fortitude and ways to help priests and those in need during the Advent and Christmas seasons.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 522 26 full Marian Awards and the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception Marian Awards and the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/marian-awards-and-the-solemnity-of-the-immaculate-conception/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/marian-awards-and-the-solemnity-of-the-immaculate-conception/#comments Wed, 04 Dec 2024 12:47:18 -0400 bishopsblog.podbean.com/af1a68f4-9550-32d9-bc36-80caf327139a This week’s Bishop’s Blog features the Marian Awards and answers the question, Is the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception a Holy Day of Obligation?

]]> This week’s Bishop’s Blog features the Marian Awards and answers the question, Is the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception a Holy Day of Obligation?

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 731 25 full Thanksgiving, the Arrival of Advent & Transforming Lives Through Catholic Schools Thanksgiving, the Arrival of Advent & Transforming Lives Through Catholic Schools https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/thanksgiving-the-arrival-of-advent-transforming-lives-through-catholic-schools/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/thanksgiving-the-arrival-of-advent-transforming-lives-through-catholic-schools/#comments Thu, 28 Nov 2024 09:44:08 -0400 bishopsblog.podbean.com/3afadd4e-30b5-3a30-8ebc-d029469eb91f This week’s Bishop’s Blog features a Thanksgiving message, the FACE Fall Scholarship Dinner and the beginning of Advent.

]]> This week’s Bishop’s Blog features a Thanksgiving message, the FACE Fall Scholarship Dinner and the beginning of Advent.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 389 24 full Fostering a Culture of Protection Fostering a Culture of Protection https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/fostering-a-culture-of-protection/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/fostering-a-culture-of-protection/#comments Thu, 21 Nov 2024 09:59:42 -0400 bishopsblog.podbean.com/66f1ca13-7724-358c-b88c-8aebf8d7be75 This week’s Bishop’s Blog features the Safe Environment Report, reflections from the Bishop’s Fall meeting, food for those in need at Thanksgiving and the correlations between Christ the King, Thanksgiving and Religious Freedom.

]]> This week’s Bishop’s Blog features the Safe Environment Report, reflections from the Bishop’s Fall meeting, food for those in need at Thanksgiving and the correlations between Christ the King, Thanksgiving and Religious Freedom.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 523 23 full Reflecting with Gratitude, Moving Forward with Purpose Reflecting with Gratitude, Moving Forward with Purpose https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/reflecting-with-gratitude-moving-forward-with-purpose/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/reflecting-with-gratitude-moving-forward-with-purpose/#comments Fri, 15 Nov 2024 11:56:28 -0400 bishopsblog.podbean.com/417af439-8e59-3cf9-8000-312bfce63090 Bishop da Cunha’s Building Faith blog for November 14 features the State of the Diocese report, Professional Development Day for Catholic school employees, the Fall Bishops’ meeting, and the upcoming FACE dinner.

]]> Bishop da Cunha’s Building Faith blog for November 14 features the State of the Diocese report, Professional Development Day for Catholic school employees, the Fall Bishops’ meeting, and the upcoming FACE dinner.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 440 22 full Celebrating Vocations Awareness Week and Remembering Good and Faithful Servants Celebrating Vocations Awareness Week and Remembering Good and Faithful Servants https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/celebrating-vocations-awareness-week-and-remembering-good-and-faithful-servants/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/celebrating-vocations-awareness-week-and-remembering-good-and-faithful-servants/#comments Thu, 07 Nov 2024 09:08:14 -0400 bishopsblog.podbean.com/d97cfa36-1418-3b7e-a70f-8acc4a208c6a Bishop da Cunha’s Building Faith blog for November 6 features Vocations Awareness Week, the 125th anniversary of St. Stanislaus parish, thoughts on election day and the installation of a new Archbishop in Boston.

]]> Bishop da Cunha’s Building Faith blog for November 6 features Vocations Awareness Week, the 125th anniversary of St. Stanislaus parish, thoughts on election day and the installation of a new Archbishop in Boston.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 419 21 full Called by Name: Answering a Call to Serve Called by Name: Answering a Call to Serve https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/called-by-name-answering-a-call-to-serve/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/called-by-name-answering-a-call-to-serve/#comments Wed, 30 Oct 2024 13:08:05 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/791be8f3-e8de-322f-bfb9-9796215df50c Bishop da Cunha’s Building Faith blog for October 30, features the Called by Name initiative, Election Day 2024, mental health ministry, and All Saints and All Souls Day.

]]> Bishop da Cunha’s Building Faith blog for October 30, features the Called by Name initiative, Election Day 2024, mental health ministry, and All Saints and All Souls Day.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 272 20 full Renewal, Pastoral Care, and a Sad Passing Renewal, Pastoral Care, and a Sad Passing https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/renewal-pastoral-care-and-a-sad-passing/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/renewal-pastoral-care-and-a-sad-passing/#comments Thu, 24 Oct 2024 11:44:47 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/e3b1b740-2e0f-3217-95ff-49ee09dac301 Bishop da Cunha’s Building Faith blog for October 24, features the biennial Convocation of Priests in the Diocese, the passing of Msgr. John Perry, and the celebration of Pastoral Care Week

]]> Bishop da Cunha’s Building Faith blog for October 24, features the biennial Convocation of Priests in the Diocese, the passing of Msgr. John Perry, and the celebration of Pastoral Care Week

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 453 19 full Bishop’s Blog: Peace, Preparedness, and Prevention Bishop’s Blog: Peace, Preparedness, and Prevention https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/bishop-s-blog-peace-preparedness-and-prevention/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/bishop-s-blog-peace-preparedness-and-prevention/#comments Thu, 17 Oct 2024 11:15:09 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/fd3328eb-6427-3b0f-9e4e-2ef9202c7e98 Bishop da Cunha’s Building Faith blog features Annual Procession and Mass for Peace, a Catholic Charities update, and upcoming Sunday events.

]]> Bishop da Cunha’s Building Faith blog features Annual Procession and Mass for Peace, a Catholic Charities update, and upcoming Sunday events.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 359 18 full Five Year Milestone! Five Year Milestone! https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/five-year-milestone/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/five-year-milestone/#comments Thu, 03 Oct 2024 13:57:27 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/5831df18-abbf-3ef8-a3c9-c96273415544 Bishop da Cunha’s Building Faith blog includes many memories as it reaches a five-year milestone this October.

]]> Bishop da Cunha’s Building Faith blog includes many memories as it reaches a five-year milestone this October.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 449 17 full Busy and Blessed October Busy and Blessed October https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/busy-and-blessed-october/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/busy-and-blessed-october/#comments Thu, 26 Sep 2024 11:30:41 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/8cc70653-b306-30ad-93a5-9eb19dfaa42b Bishop da Cunha’s Building Faith blog for September 26 includes many wonderful opportunities to come together in prayer across the Diocese.

]]> Bishop da Cunha’s Building Faith blog for September 26 includes many wonderful opportunities to come together in prayer across the Diocese.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 375 16 full Historic Events Historic Events https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/historic-events/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/historic-events/#comments Thu, 19 Sep 2024 10:24:59 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/8b736ac1-c8a1-38b9-93fe-d35e22c5a2a8 Bishop da Cunha’s Building Faith blog recounts the enthronement of the image of Our Lady of Aparecida in the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C.

]]> Bishop da Cunha’s Building Faith blog recounts the enthronement of the image of Our Lady of Aparecida in the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 569 15 full Diocesan Eucharistic Encounter Diocesan Eucharistic Encounter https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/diocesan-eucharistic-encounter/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/diocesan-eucharistic-encounter/#comments Thu, 12 Sep 2024 12:58:33 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/6aa5855b-e0a3-3d39-87bb-067211ea3220 Bishop da Cunha’s Building Faith blog features a recap of the September 7th Diocesan Eucharistic Encounter.

]]> Bishop da Cunha’s Building Faith blog features a recap of the September 7th Diocesan Eucharistic Encounter.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 466 14 full Celebration, Seminarians and Support Celebration, Seminarians and Support https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/celebration-seminarians-and-support/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/celebration-seminarians-and-support/#comments Thu, 05 Sep 2024 09:52:30 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/7153ef45-7cbc-3261-9298-1228bae12607 Bishop da Cunha’s Building Faith blog features the upcoming Eucharistic Encounter, welcoming our new Seminarians, and supporting FACE

]]> Bishop da Cunha’s Building Faith blog features the upcoming Eucharistic Encounter, welcoming our new Seminarians, and supporting FACE

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 317 13 full Equipping Catechists - Wednesday, 8-28-24 Equipping Catechists - Wednesday, 8-28-24 https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/equipping-catechists-wednesday-8-28-24/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/equipping-catechists-wednesday-8-28-24/#comments Fri, 30 Aug 2024 12:07:48 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/463eceea-4bca-321d-83cc-338d9c689598 This reading is intended solely for People who are Blind and/or Print-Disabled. The Audible Local Ledger, a non-profit organization that is part of the Massachusetts Audio Information Network, reads local news and information to several hundred blind and print disabled listeners on the Cape, Islands and South Coast of Massachusetts. Along with our Sero iPhone app, smart speakers, specially tuned SCA receivers and cable streams, our podcasts are yet another channel we employ to bring our blind listeners their community and regional news 24/7/365. More info is available at:  www.audiblelocalledger.org or by calling 508-539-2030.

]]> This reading is intended solely for People who are Blind and/or Print-Disabled. The Audible Local Ledger, a non-profit organization that is part of the Massachusetts Audio Information Network, reads local news and information to several hundred blind and print disabled listeners on the Cape, Islands and South Coast of Massachusetts. Along with our Sero iPhone app, smart speakers, specially tuned SCA receivers and cable streams, our podcasts are yet another channel we employ to bring our blind listeners their community and regional news 24/7/365. More info is available at:  www.audiblelocalledger.org or by calling 508-539-2030.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 225 12 full August Reflections August Reflections https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/august-reflections/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/august-reflections/#comments Wed, 21 Aug 2024 14:06:18 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/8561ba45-4dd6-32cf-8bd4-fd27be82f20b Bishop da Cunha’s blog for August 21 features the annual Region I Bishop’s retreat, update from a newly ordained priest, and the FACE Summer Gala.

]]> Bishop da Cunha’s blog for August 21 features the annual Region I Bishop’s retreat, update from a newly ordained priest, and the FACE Summer Gala.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 376 11 full Joy, Charity & Hope Joy, Charity & Hope https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/joy-charity-hope/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/joy-charity-hope/#comments Thu, 15 Aug 2024 09:48:32 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/1f6ba6b1-9d48-32a8-8525-5613a4192c69 Bishop da Cunha’s Building Faith blog for August 15, features the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, a recap of the Catholic Appeal, and the 2025 Jubilee of Hope

]]> Bishop da Cunha’s Building Faith blog for August 15, features the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, a recap of the Catholic Appeal, and the 2025 Jubilee of Hope

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 389 10 full Archbishop, Youth Initiative, and Church Renovation Archbishop, Youth Initiative, and Church Renovation https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/archbishop-youth-initiative-and-church-renovation/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/archbishop-youth-initiative-and-church-renovation/#comments Thu, 08 Aug 2024 12:09:33 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/2d326bd3-2144-3309-bd67-a284a3dcb108 Bishop da Cunha’s Building Faith blog includes the appointment of the Archbishop of Boston, new USCCB framework, and a pastoral visit to Nantucket.

]]> Bishop da Cunha’s Building Faith blog includes the appointment of the Archbishop of Boston, new USCCB framework, and a pastoral visit to Nantucket.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 345 9 full The Olympics Opening Ceremony The Olympics Opening Ceremony https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/the-olympics-opening-ceremony/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/the-olympics-opening-ceremony/#comments Wed, 31 Jul 2024 12:04:11 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/b0657475-0f59-31af-b69b-1d58c30f9842 In this week’s Building Faith blog, Bishop da Cunha reflects on the Eucharist and the Olympics Opening Ceremony in Paris.

]]> In this week’s Building Faith blog, Bishop da Cunha reflects on the Eucharist and the Olympics Opening Ceremony in Paris.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 325 8 full Supporting Diocesan Catholic Education Supporting Diocesan Catholic Education https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/supporting-diocesan-catholic-education/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/supporting-diocesan-catholic-education/#comments Thu, 25 Jul 2024 10:11:17 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/a4f9e582-b899-3ed8-b559-2201a3b690c9 Bishop da Cunha’s Building Faith blog features various ways to support our Diocesan Catholic Schools.

]]> Bishop da Cunha’s Building Faith blog features various ways to support our Diocesan Catholic Schools.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 265 7 full Revisiting the Plan Ahead Revisiting the Plan Ahead https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/revisiting-the-plan-ahead/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/revisiting-the-plan-ahead/#comments Thu, 11 Jul 2024 09:26:25 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/3993bff1-a685-34f2-9948-d1d4353bf8aa Bishop da Cunha’s Building Faith blog looks back at the 2021-24 USCCB 3-year Strategic Plan, the September 7th Diocesan Eucharistic Encounter, and the FACE Summer Gala.

]]> Bishop da Cunha’s Building Faith blog looks back at the 2021-24 USCCB 3-year Strategic Plan, the September 7th Diocesan Eucharistic Encounter, and the FACE Summer Gala.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 390 6 full Making A Difference Making A Difference https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/making-a-difference/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/making-a-difference/#comments Thu, 27 Jun 2024 10:37:21 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/621e2669-52c1-3171-a21f-efa4b5b74625 Bishop da Cunha’s Building Faith blog for June 27th reflects on  the Lumen Christi gala from last week to benefit St. Mary's.

]]> Bishop da Cunha’s Building Faith blog for June 27th reflects on  the Lumen Christi gala from last week to benefit St. Mary's.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 343 5 full The Bishops Blog - 6-21-24 The Bishops Blog - 6-21-24 https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/the-bishops-blog-6-21-24/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/the-bishops-blog-6-21-24/#comments Fri, 21 Jun 2024 13:19:16 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/649404af-b89e-3303-a447-e416c04acd75 USCCB June Assembly

Bishop da Cunha's Building Faith blog for June 20th includes a recap of his time at the USCCB's June Plenary Assembly in Louisville.

]]> USCCB June Assembly

Bishop da Cunha's Building Faith blog for June 20th includes a recap of his time at the USCCB's June Plenary Assembly in Louisville.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 459 4 full Celebrating Hope! Celebrating Hope! https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/the-bishops-blog-celebrating-hope/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/the-bishops-blog-celebrating-hope/#comments Wed, 12 Jun 2024 13:48:30 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/939d158a-24eb-3bc3-aa68-2c28b6f723fb Bishop da Cunha’s Building Faith blog for June 12 features graduations across the Diocese and the upcoming Lumen Christi Gala.

]]> Bishop da Cunha’s Building Faith blog for June 12 features graduations across the Diocese and the upcoming Lumen Christi Gala.

]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 381 3 full Celebrating Vocations Celebrating Vocations https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/the-bishops-blog/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/the-bishops-blog/#comments Thu, 06 Jun 2024 13:48:09 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/e4e186dc-57c8-3a93-b2d7-c82fc7b340df Bishop da Cunha’s Building Faith blog for June 6th is dedicated to the ordination of Father Bryan Bangs.

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]]> Audible Local Ledger false No 301 2 full Remembering Bishop Coleman Remembering Bishop Coleman https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/remembering-bishop-coleman/ https://bishopsblog.podbean.com/e/remembering-bishop-coleman/#comments Wed, 05 Jun 2024 12:11:06 -0300 bishopsblog.podbean.com/bf581862-433f-38ff-9baa-5d69d8f16395 Bishop da Cunha’s Building Faith blog for May 29th is dedicated to remembering Bishop George W. Coleman, Bishop Emeritus of our Diocese.

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