Diocese of Fall River. (WJAR) Officials said parishioners at the St. Francis of Assisi Parish are encouraged to join either Holy Name of the Sacred Heart of Jesus or St. Lawrence, Martyr.

FALL RIVER — The Diocese of Fall River on May 5 opened what Irina Robinson called “an island of mercy for all families in need.” Inside the walls of the new Faustina Center, freshly painted ...

A Fall River Catholic priest accused of sexual misconduct has been removed from priestly duties, the Roman Catholic Diocese of Fall River announced, a year after the allegations first came to light.

On July 1, the diocese announced the end of a yearlong investigation into allegations made against Mello, the former pastor of St. Michael and St. Joseph parishes in Fall River’s north end.

The Diocese of Fall River recently opened the Faustina Center, a place to store supplies for needy families and mothers. Pregnant women and families serviced by the center receive financial ...

By Adam Sennott and Rita Chandler Globe Correspondent, Updated July 15, 2025, 6:19 p.m. Bishop Edgar M. da Cunha of the Diocese of Fall River Diocese of Fall River ...

In a statement, the Diocese of Fall River announced the sanctions handed down to Rev. Jay Mello, former pastor of St. Michael and St. Joseph parishes.

The Attleboro and New Bedford parishes will be closing on June 30, according to the Fall River Diocese. Westport’s new parish will be established on June 20.