Gathering Planned to Close the Diocesan Phase of the Synod Author: The Most Reverend Edgar M. da Cunha, S.D.V., D.D. In the News 1 Apr 2022 Share FALL RIVER — The Diocese of Fall River will host a special morning of prayer, reflection, and discussion to conclude the Diocesan Phase of the 2021-2023 Synod. Parish Synod Ambassadors and any participants in Synod consultations are invited to join Bishop Edgar da Cunha, S.D.V. for the event on Saturday, April 23, from 9 a.m. to noon. The morning begins with Mass and continues with an opportunity to share, listen, and discuss the Synodal journey experience in the Diocese of Fall River. The Mass will be celebrated in St. Julie Billiart Church, 494 Slocum Road in Dartmouth. The program to follow will take in Bishop Stang High School, located next door to the church (500 Slocum Road.) Participants should go directly to St. Julie’s for the 9 a.m. Mass. Persons interested in attending are asked to RSVP by Monday, April 18, through this link: http://bit.ly/Synod23. Please visit the Synod 2021-2023 webpage to learn more this worldwide process of consultation in which the entire Catholic Church has been called to participate by Pope Francis. The Most Reverend Edgar M. da Cunha, S.D.V., D.D. The Bishop of Fall River Categories In the News Press Releases and Statements Messages from The Bishop Bishop's Blog Success Stories Photo Gallery Videos Previous Next Related Posts In the News 13 Oct 2021 Bishop to Open Diocesan Phase of Synod in Mass at Cathedral FALL RIVER — Over the October 9-10 weekend, Pope Francis will launch for the Church worldwide the 16th Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops with its theme of … Read More In the News 1 Jul 2022 Diocese Submits Report on Findings for Synod on Synodality The Diocese of Fall River has submitted to the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops its report for the Synod on Synodality, providing a summary of key themes and takeaways from … Read More In the News 29 May 2018 At Weekend Masses, Bishop Conveys Sad Newsthat St. Bernadette Parish Will Close FALL RIVER — Facing serious challenges including a steady decline in Mass attendance, mounting debt, and an unanticipated loss of outside income, St. Bernadette Parish in Fall River will close … Read More