The Bishops Blog
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.
Episodes

May 7, 2025
May 7, 2025
7 min
The Conclave, an “Appeal” for Those in Need, Praying for Vocations, Mother’s Day and an “Island of Mercy”.

Apr 30, 2025
Apr 30, 2025
6 min
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.

Apr 23, 2025
Apr 23, 2025
6 min
In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha reflects on the life and ministry of Pope Francis, his legacy and Divine Mercy Sunday

Apr 17, 2025
Apr 17, 2025
6 min
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.

Apr 9, 2025
Apr 9, 2025
7 min
In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha discusses Holy Week, the Chrism Mass, Protecting Children and the ‘Meat’ and Greet.

Apr 2, 2025
Apr 2, 2025
7 min
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.

Mar 26, 2025
Mar 26, 2025
4 min
In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha discusses the Mass and Walk for Life and invites the faithful to the Chrism Mass.

Mar 19, 2025
Mar 19, 2025
7 min
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.

Mar 12, 2025
Mar 12, 2025
6 min
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.

Mar 5, 2025
Mar 5, 2025
4 min
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.

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