Best bishopsblog Podcasts (2025)

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The Feast of the Holy Ghost, affordable housing in New Bedford, running for Catholic education and the start of a new school year 7:29

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A weekly reading of Bishop Edgar M. da Cunha's "Bishop's Blog". In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha discusses the Feast of the Holy Ghost, affordable housing in New Bedford, running for Catholic education and the start of a new school year.By Audible Local Ledger

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A Collection for Gaza, St. Francis Mass of Thanksgiving, Fall Events (You’re Invited), and National Attention for the Consecration of Priests to St. John Vianney 5:50

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Topics include a collection for Gaza, the St. Francis Mass of Thanksgiving, important Fall Events (You’re Invited), and the National Attention for the Consecration of Priests to St. John Vianney.By Audible Local Ledger

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Supporting Impactful Catholic Education and Praying for Vocations 7:29

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In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha discusses expanding access to Catholic education, the vocations update card, and a reminder about the Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary.By Audible Local Ledger

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Consecrating Priests to St. John Vianney and the September Parish Leader Convocation 5:29

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In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha reflects on the consecration of priests in the Diocese to St. John Vianney and shares information about the upcoming Parish Leader Convocation.By Audible Local Ledger

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Reflections of a First-year Priest and A Call for Prayer and Support 8:23

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In this week’s blog, Father Bryan Bangs shares a reflection on his first year as a priest and Bishop da Cunha shares information on the upcoming consecration of priests to St. John Vianney.By Audible Local Ledger

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Uniting After the Gabriel House Tragedy, the Jubilee Journey and a Pastoral Visit to Nantucket 5:59

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Uniting After the Gabriel House Tragedy, the Jubilee Journey and a Pastoral Visit to NantucketBy Audible Local Ledger

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Prayers Amid Tragedy, St. Mary’s 100th, and the Gift of a Catholic Education 6:22

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In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha discusses his prayers amid the tragedy at Gabriel House, St Mary Star of the Sea’s 100th anniversary, the gift of a Catholic education and an invitation to join in prayer for our priests.By Audible Local Ledger

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The Role of the Diocesan Pastoral Council and Accolades for the New Diocesan Website 5:28

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In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha shares information about the role of the Diocesan Pastoral Council and accolades for the new Diocesan website.By Audible Local Ledger

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The Cursillo Convocation, Blessing of the Fleet, Support for the Cathedral and Independence Day 8:25

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Saints Peter and Paul and What Cursillo Teaches Us About Faith and Mission.By Audible Local Ledger

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Answering the Call: How Laity are Supporting Priests and Parishes 6:29

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In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha explores how laity are supporting their priests and parishes throughout the Diocese and offers a reminder of the final week of the Appeal.By Audible Local Ledger

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Standing with Immigrants, Special Assembly, and Corpus Christi 6:42

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“For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, a stranger and you welcomed me” (Mt 25:35)By Audible Local Ledger

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High School Commencements, Traveling, and Father’s Day 4:59

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In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha discusses his message for the Class of 2025, upcoming travel and Father’s Day.By Audible Local Ledger

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Strengthening the Church in Latin America, Providing Hope and Pentecost Sunday 6:16

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70 Years of CELAM: A Call to Solidarity and Renewal!By Audible Local Ledger

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Maintaining the Mother Church of Our Diocese, Cursillo Convocation, and Ascension Thursday 4:57

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In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha shares information about the Lumen Christi Cathedral Gala, the Cursillo Convocation and Ascension Thursday.By Audible Local Ledger

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The Peace Papacy, the dignity of all human life, Stonehill Baccalaureate, and remembering the fallen 6:41

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"At a Mass we held last Friday in St. Mary’s Cathedral for Pope Leo XIV, I reminded the congregation in my homily that the very first word Pope Leo spoke from the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica was “peace.”By Audible Local Ledger

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Getting to Know Pope Leo XIV and Recognizing Youth Service to the Church 6:25

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Keep going. Keep giving. Keep living your faith through action.By Audible Local Ledger

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The Conclave, an “Appeal” for Those in Need, Praying for Vocations, Mother’s Day and an “Island of Mercy” 7:29

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The Conclave, an “Appeal” for Those in Need, Praying for Vocations, Mother’s Day and an “Island of Mercy”.By Audible Local Ledger

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Celebrating the Good Shepherd and an Appeal to Serve Those in the Peripheries 6:17

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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.By Audible Local Ledger

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Pope Francis’ Legacy on Caring for the Poor and Creation; Divine Mercy Sunday 6:29

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In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha reflects on the life and ministry of Pope Francis, his legacy and Divine Mercy SundayBy Audible Local Ledger

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A Message of Joyful Hope This Easter 6:05

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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.By Audible Local Ledger

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Holy Week, the Chrism Mass, Protecting Children and the ‘Meat’ and Greet 7:29

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In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha discusses Holy Week, the Chrism Mass, Protecting Children and the ‘Meat’ and Greet.By Audible Local Ledger

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Praying With Mothers, Recognizing Those Committed to Life and the Passing of Msgr. Fitzgerald 7:15

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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.By Audible Local Ledger

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Celebrating, Walking for Life and the Chrism Mass 4:59

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In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha discusses the Mass and Walk for Life and invites the faithful to the Chrism Mass.By Audible Local Ledger

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Our Connection to Latin America and La Festa di San Giuseppe 7:59

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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.By Audible Local Ledger

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The Rite of Election and the Irish Saint Who Was Once a Slave 6:00

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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.By Audible Local Ledger

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Moved by the Holy Spirit, Celebrating Love and Fidelity and Lent Commences 4:29

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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.By Audible Local Ledger

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Pray, Fast, and Give: Preparing for the 40 Days of Lent and Praying for Pope Francis 5:39

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In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha asks for continued prayers for the Holy Father and shares information to prepare for the Lenten journey.By Audible Local Ledger

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Task Forces of the ‘Fortitude’ Initiative and the Jubilee Year 6:59

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In this week’s Bishop’s Blog, Bishop da Cunha provides an update on the work of the Stronger Priests, Stronger Parishes, Stronger Church task forces, the Jubilee Year and asks for prayers for Pope Francis.By Audible Local Ledger

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Called By Name, the Martyrdom of St. Valentine and Reflections on St. Stanislaus School and the Journey Home 7:33

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In this week’s Bishop’s Blog, Bushop da Cunha shares an update on the Called by Name Campaign, the life of St. Valentine and reflections on St. Stanislaus School and the journey home from Brazil.By Audible Local Ledger

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Welcoming the Stranger Amid the Politics of Immigration 6:58

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In this week’s Bishop’s blog, Bishop da Cunha shares his statement in response to recent immigration enforcement and how the Diocese, through Catholic Charities, “welcomes the stranger.”By Audible Local Ledger

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United in Faith and Community & World Day of Prayer for Consecrated Life 5:28

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In this week’s Bishop’s Blog, Bishop da Cunha shares the value of Catholic education and the importance of World Day of Prayer for Consecrated Life.By Audible Local Ledger

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United for Life, Catholic Schools Week and the Early Success of the ‘Stronger’ Initiative 6:29

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In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha discusses Catholic Schools Week, the Walk for Life, Word of God Sunday and provides and update on the ‘Stronger’ Initiative.By Audible Local Ledger

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Some Time Away, Novena for Life and Celebrating Marriage 3:37

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In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha shares a reflection from Brazil, information about the Novena for Life and the Wedding Anniversary Mass.By Audible Local Ledger

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2024 Year In Review - 1-08-25 9:59

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As the new year begins, Bishop da Cunha reflects upon the year that passed in the Diocese of Fall RiverBy Audible Local Ledger

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World Day of Peace, the Jubilee Year Begins and Happy New Year! 8:00

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In this week’s blog, Bishop da Cunha explores the World Day of Peace, the beginning of the Jubilee Year and Solemnities of Mary, Mother of God and the Epiphany of the LordBy Audible Local Ledger

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Come, Lord Jesus 4:00

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This week’s Bishop’s Blog features Bishop da Cunha’s 2024 Christmas Message.By Audible Local Ledger

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Jubilee 2025 and Prayerful Strength for the Fortitude Initiative 8:17

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In this week’s Bishop’s Blog, learn about international and local Jubilee 2025 pilgrimages, an update on the Fortitude initiative and how three parish communities came together as one in Christ to celebrate Our Lady of Guadalupe.By Audible Local Ledger

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Stronger Priests and the Season of Giving 8:42

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In his blog this week. Bishop da Cunha shares details about his Pastoral Letter, A Time for Fortitude and ways to help priests and those in need during the Advent and Christmas seasons.By Audible Local Ledger

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Marian Awards and the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception 12:11

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This week’s Bishop’s Blog features the Marian Awards and answers the question, Is the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception a Holy Day of Obligation?By Audible Local Ledger

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Thanksgiving, the Arrival of Advent & Transforming Lives Through Catholic Schools 6:29

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This week’s Bishop’s Blog features a Thanksgiving message, the FACE Fall Scholarship Dinner and the beginning of Advent.By Audible Local Ledger

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Fostering a Culture of Protection 8:43

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This week’s Bishop’s Blog features the Safe Environment Report, reflections from the Bishop’s Fall meeting, food for those in need at Thanksgiving and the correlations between Christ the King, Thanksgiving and Religious Freedom.By Audible Local Ledger

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Reflecting with Gratitude, Moving Forward with Purpose 7:20

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Bishop da Cunha’s Building Faith blog for November 14 features the State of the Diocese report, Professional Development Day for Catholic school employees, the Fall Bishops’ meeting, and the upcoming FACE dinner.By Audible Local Ledger

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Celebrating Vocations Awareness Week and Remembering Good and Faithful Servants 6:59

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Bishop da Cunha’s Building Faith blog for November 6 features Vocations Awareness Week, the 125th anniversary of St. Stanislaus parish, thoughts on election day and the installation of a new Archbishop in Boston.By Audible Local Ledger

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Called by Name: Answering a Call to Serve 4:32

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Bishop da Cunha’s Building Faith blog for October 30, features the Called by Name initiative, Election Day 2024, mental health ministry, and All Saints and All Souls Day.By Audible Local Ledger

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Renewal, Pastoral Care, and a Sad Passing 7:33

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Bishop da Cunha’s Building Faith blog for October 24, features the biennial Convocation of Priests in the Diocese, the passing of Msgr. John Perry, and the celebration of Pastoral Care WeekBy Audible Local Ledger

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Bishop’s Blog: Peace, Preparedness, and Prevention 5:59

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Bishop da Cunha’s Building Faith blog features Annual Procession and Mass for Peace, a Catholic Charities update, and upcoming Sunday events.By Audible Local Ledger

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Five Year Milestone! 7:29

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Bishop da Cunha’s Building Faith blog includes many memories as it reaches a five-year milestone this October.By Audible Local Ledger

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Busy and Blessed October 6:15

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Bishop da Cunha’s Building Faith blog for September 26 includes many wonderful opportunities to come together in prayer across the Diocese.By Audible Local Ledger

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Historic Events 9:29

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Bishop da Cunha’s Building Faith blog recounts the enthronement of the image of Our Lady of Aparecida in the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C.By Audible Local Ledger

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Diocesan Eucharistic Encounter 7:46

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Bishop da Cunha’s Building Faith blog features a recap of the September 7th Diocesan Eucharistic Encounter.By Audible Local Ledger

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