Key Offices & Ministries

We exist to help people encounter and proclaim Jesus Christ with less stress and greater impact. We do this primarily by serving parishes, schools and college campuses in equipping Catholics for the New Evangelization.

To provide long-term support to the parishes, ministries, and services within the Diocese of Fall River, creating a culture of charity that highlights the enormous good that the Catholic Church does throughout Southeastern Massachusetts, Cape Cod, and The Islands while ensuring proper oversight and distribution of funds.

As our Church continues to face change and other obstacles, we provide ongoing support, guidance, and advice to our parishes and diocesan entities so they can create and implement long-term planning. By working together with clergy, parish staff, and other volunteer laity, we hope to ensure stronger and more vibrant parishes for future generations.

Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Fall River embodies service anchored in faith—faith in God, and faith in the human spirit to overcome challenges and thrive. We foster a society that fights injustice and promotes compassion and human dignity through acts of charity, advocacy, and community solidarity.

To support the clergy of the Diocese of Fall River by "serving those who serve,” and by promoting the happiness, holiness, and well-being of those men who have given their lives in service to the Church and God's Holy people.

The mission of the Chancery Finance Office is to support the central administration of the Diocese with accounting, financial planning, accounts payable, billing, accounts receivable, and investment management support; and assist parishes, schools, and other Diocesan entities with their obligations to be good financial stewards by building stronger financial systems and assisting with the implementation of best practices.

The Mission of this Office of the Tribunal, under the guidance of our Bishop, is to reflect and experience Jesus Christ in the ministry of justice through the compassionate and equitable application of church law and to protect the rights and dignity of each person without discrimination and to provide an opportunity for healing.

Catholic Cemeteries in the Diocese of Fall River carry out the sacred duty of providing a dignified Christian burial for all of our beloved faithful departed.

The Fall River Diocese stands firm in its commitment to report abuse to law enforcement and cooperate with investigations.

The Communications Office strives to share the news and information of the Diocese of Fall River and to highlight the many ways in which the Gospel is lived and celebrated in its parishes, ministries, and schools. Through traditional media and digital platforms, its efforts collectively aim to amplify the vision of the Bishop and to enhance engagement with the faithful.

In order to promote a culture of vocations through Southeastern Massachusetts, Cape Cod, and The Islands, we engage with and offer resources and programs to anyone discerning a call to priesthood and religious life. Our particular focus is on developing relationships with men who are considering becoming priests in the Diocese of Fall River. We help them through the application process to seminary and support them during their formation.