The Catholic Foundation of Southeastern Massachusetts

08/28/2026

In this week's blog, Bishop da Cunha reflects on the generosity of Catholic Appeal donors, the Church’s call to welcome those in need, and upcoming opportunities for prayer, formation, and fellowship throughout the Diocese. You are invited to read the blog at https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/bishops-blog/faith-that-endures-faith-that-inspires/

08/06/2026

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07/29/2026

Faith, fellowship, and the people who call Nantucket home. Bishop da Cunha reflects on his annual pastoral visit to St. Mary’s Our Lady of the Isle Parish and the vibrant faith of the island’s Catholic community. He also remembers Fr. Ferry who recently passed. You can read the blog at, https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/bishops-blog/the-people-at-the-heart-of-nantuckets-catholic-community/

07/22/2026

In this week's blog, Bishop da Cunha celebrates two remarkable examples of service and faith: Father Kaique Santos, who joyfully begins his ministry as a priest, and Patricia “Pat” Marmen, whose decades of dedication have strengthened Catholic education on Cape Cod. You can read the blog at https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/bishops-blog/from-priestly-ministry-to-catholic-education-lives-dedicated-to-service/

07/03/2026

In this week's blog, Bishop da Cunha reflects on the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage through the Diocese of Fall River, the cherished tradition of the Fishermen's Mass and Blessing of the Fleet in Provincetown, and the consecration of the United States to the Sacred Heart of Jesus as our nation marks its 250th anniversary. 🙏🛥️🇺🇲

As we celebrate Independence Day, may we be renewed in our Eucharistic faith and inspired to live with gratitude, hope, and generosity. You can read the blog at https://www.fallriverdiocese.org/bishops-blog/one-nation-under-god-eucharistic-faith-blessings-at-sea-and-the-sacred-heart-of-jesus/

06/30/2026

We are so grateful to everyone who has already responded. If you haven't had the chance yet, there is still time to let peace begin with you!
🙏 Thank you for making our mission possible.
👉 Donate today: www.catholicfoundationsema.org/appeal

🌎 Today is the FINAL DAY to make your gift to this year’s Annual Catholic Appeal! 🕊️

Our theme this year is a powerful reminder of our Gospel call: “Peace: Let it Begin with Me.” True peace isn't just something we wish for; it is something we choose to build. It begins within our own hearts, flows into our families, and reaches out to the most vulnerable in our community through our actions and generosity.

By supporting the Catholic Appeal today, you are personally bringing Christ's peace to thousands of lives. Your last-minute gift provides critical funding for:

🍲 Social Outreach: Feeding the hungry and sheltering the homeless.

🏫 Catholic Education: Nurturing the faith of children and young adults.

🙏 Ministries & Care: Supporting the sick, the elderly, and parish faith formation.

We are so grateful to everyone who has already responded. If you haven't had the chance yet, there is still time to let peace begin with you!

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

06/27/2026

The 2026 Catholic Appeal ends on June 30th!

If you have not yet made your gift or pledge, there is still time. Your generosity can make all the difference for those in greatest need, right now, when it matters most.

🌎 Peace: Let it Begin with Me 🕊️

When Christ broke bread and fed the multitudes, He showed us that caring for the hungry is at the very heart of our faith. That same spirit lives on today, right here in our Diocese.
Did you know that 40,000 lbs. of food passes through the Solanus Casey Food Pantry in New Bedford every single month? That's 40,000 pounds of hope, dignity and God's love made tangible for our neighbors in need.

This incredible work doesn't happen without your support. The Annual Catholic Appeal helps fund vital ministries like this one, ensuring that no one in our community goes without. Every gift, large or small, helps stock those shelves and fill those plates.

🌟 Be the hands and feet of Christ in our community.
👉 Donate today: www.catholicfoundationsema.org/appeal

06/27/2026

(OSV News) — Father James Musgrave III, 39, a Detroit native who is one of more than 400 men ordained to the priesthood in the United States this year, came…

06/23/2026

🌎 Peace: Let it Begin with Me 🕊️

Our Catholic Appeal is in its final weeks!

This year’s theme, "Peace: Let it Begin with Me," challenges us to share God's light with the most vulnerable. Your gift supports:

Youth Ministries: Inspiring the next generation.
Catholic Education: Building strong foundations of faith.
Mental Health Ministry: Offering hope and healing.
Clergy Care: Supporting our priests who serve us daily.
And, so much more! Be the spark of peace in someone's life today.

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

06/20/2026

🌎 Peace: Let it Begin with Me 🕊️

At every Mass, our priests echo the words of Christ: “Peace be with you.” But true peace is not just a greeting—it is a mission that starts within each of our hearts.

Did you know that there are currently 55 active Diocesan priests? And, 5 new seminarians joined 3 already in formation for our Diocese.

This year’s Annual Catholic Appeal reminds us that we are all called to be instruments of God's harmony. Our priests lead the way by serving the vulnerable, but they cannot do it alone. By supporting the Appeal, you help fund essential ministries, clergy formation, and local outreach that bring Christ’s comforting peace to those who need it most.

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