View the Presentation Flyer here. Resources for the Mission, Secretariat for the New Evangelization Planning Guide & Social/Hospitality Resource. What excites him most about the priesthood in bringing the sacraments to the mystical Body of Christ. Your gift helps offset those costs. Their ordination to the transitional diaconate will begin the final leg of their journey toward the priesthood. Vocations Director, Fr. They are: Brian Connors, John Garabedian, Chris Hughes and Thiago Menezes Santos. is theEighth Bishop ofthe Fall RiverDiocese. Saint Francis de Sales Seminary | Our Seminarians Our Seminarians The Men of the Salesianum See rollcall videos of our seminarians by diocese. 101. Meet our Seminarians Seminaries Mt. Daniel M. Nunes, from Parochial Vicar of Holy Name Parish in Fall River, to Parochial Vicar of St. Nicholas of Myra Parish in North Dighton and Annunciation of the Lord Parish in Taunton, with residence at Annunciation of the Lord Rectory. Synodality and the synodal process are not a gathering or meeting of bishops, nor are they the administrative arm of the Church. His dad is from Angola and his mom is a native of Sao Miguel in the Azores. The Catholic Population of the diocese is roughly 325,000 people, or roughly about 40% of the general population. Fall River, MA 02720 Frederici, by April 30, 2022. Schrader. In particular, the following topics emerged: It is suggested that the Vatican more effectively communicate the next steps for andoutcomes from the Synod, both from this phase as well as through the subsequent phases. Synod is a greek word (synodos) meaning a meeting or assembly. Donations may be mailed directly to the Catholic Foundation office, 450 Highland Ave., Fall River, MA 02720, made online at www.givefrdiocese.org, or dropped off at any parish in the Diocese. provides counsel to the Pope on matters of faith and morals, and discipline of the Church. Gifts to the annual Catholic Appeal directly support these men, through the Diocese of Fall River Office of Vocations. The series, which includes Fr. In his home parish, Hughes has been an altar server, lector, special minister of Holy Communion, sacristan, taught in the Faith Formation program, was on the parish council and was involved in youth ministry. My biggest influence was Fr. Please contact the Catholic Foundation office at 508-675-1311 with any questions. This included Matthew Laird and William ODonnell, III. Rev. Santos studied philosophy at Our Lady of Conception Major Seminary in Aracaju for three years. Its long-term goal is to reorient the local Church toward an inherent synodal attitude in decision-making processes through communion, participation, and mission. On May 22, Laird and ODonnell were ordained to the transitional diaconate at the Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption in Fall River. Sudhir C. Nayak, from Parochial Vicar of Our Lady of the Assumption Parish in Osterville and Our Lady of Victory Parish in Centerville, to (Moderator) Pastor in solidum (with Rev. This Synod is not about changing doctrine or church structures, but rather encountering one another as brothers and sisters in Christ in our post-pandemic world. A list of suggested prayers can be found, Heaven Speaks the Truth About the Priesthood. Transitional Diaconate Ordination. His home parish is Christ the King in Mashpee. June 11, 2021. What follows is a synthesis of the topics and themes shared in local reports. He has been very active in his parish of Santo Christo in Fall River. This fall he is entering first theology at St. Johns Seminary in Brighton, MA. Despite the overarching challenges presented by the pandemic, i t was evident that there are various ways in which churches and communities within the Diocese of Fall River are already proclaiming the Gospel together. Jay T. Maddock, V.F., Pastor of Holy Name Parish in Fall River. I have enjoyed the opportunity to study Catholic Theology in detail to come to understand more deeply the teachings of the Church in order to be able to bring the faith to others. "It is my prayer that we will all open our hearts to the Lenten journey ahead". We invite you to prayerfully consider getting involved in the important work of supporting our priests in the Diocese of Fall River! In the words of Saint John Vianney, "we may also say that everything has come to us through the priest; yes, all happiness, all graces, all heavenly gifts." The worthy priest is the living image of Christ in this world, of Christ watching, praying, preaching, catechizing, working, weeping, going from town to town, from village to village, suffering, agonizing, sacrificing Himself and dying for the souls created to His image and likeness. studies questions concerning the Church in the world (c.f. He is gifted at playing the piano and the organ. He and Deacon Laird are musicians and part of the band, Vatican III. After graduating from Bishop Connolly High School in Fall River, Shayne studied at Rhode Island College and last year entered Our Lady of Providence Seminary and transferred to Providence College. Theres pastoral formation. Christopher Hughes is from Sandwich where he is a parishioner of Christ the King Parish in Mashpee, as are his mom, Joanna, dad, Daniel, and his brother and sister. John M. Schrader, from Parochial Vicar of Transfiguration of the Lord Parish in North Attleboro, to Administrator of St. John Neumann Parish in East Freetown, while remaining Associate Director of Vocations and Seminarians. Now members of the transitional diaconate, Deacon Laird and Deacon ODonnell joined the community of Holy Family in East Taunton while continuing their studies as part of the St. Johns Seminary Ordination Class of 2022. And also perhaps planted the seeds for a vocation to the priesthood later on., I was a psychotherapist before coming to seminary. Paul A. Caron, Pastor of St. Pius Tenth Parish in South Yarmouth. Resources including models for consultations at the regional and parish level will be provided. He is also Ecclesiastical Assistant to Aid to the Church in Need USA, a Papal Missionary of Mercy, a National Eucharistic Preacher for . Schrader said, We accompany men in their journey towards the priesthood. Paul C. Fedak, from Pastor of St. Nicholas of Myra Parish in North Dighton, to Pastor of Good Shepherd Parish in Vineyard Haven. Any final words of advice for someone who is considering a vocation to the priesthood? Sometimes, others see what you arent seeing. Rev. He lives in Westport with his father Victor, mother, Dina and a sister. Area St. Vincent de Paul societies adapt to social distancing without Beloved Statue Returns to Saint Anne Shrine. With 82 parishes, the Catholic Diocese of Fall River covers 1,194 square miles in Southeastern Massachusetts, including Bristol County, Cape Cod, Marthas Vineyard, Nantucket and the towns of Mattapoisett, Marion and Wareham in Plymouth County. Ensure that parishes have active parish councils representative of the entire parish and in keeping with the guidelines promulgated by Bishop da Cunha in December 2021 . . I think that naturally oriented me to the importance of God, the way He works in peoples lives in a particular way., Peter Scheffer, Pope St. John XXIII Seminary, Weston, MA (St. Pius X Parish, South Yarmouth), The program for priestly formation is more than just academic education. And I owe that to my mom and dad. James M. Fitzpatrick, from Pastor of St. Bernard Parish in Assonet, to Pastor of St. Ann Parish in Raynham. Get locations, contact information and Mass schedules here. Kevin A. Cook, Director of Vocations and Rev. All Rights Reserved. Lists of Credibly and Publicly Accused Clergy Sadly, his dad passed away in 2015. It is not just academic. We meet with them before seminary starts as they are beginning to wonder, Is God calling me? We help them through their application process, and we remain with them during their years of formation.. I am very excited to start at St. Johns Seminary in the fall, where I will be studying Theology. He is a parishioner of Holy Trinity Parish in West Harwich. For more information, please contact Irina Robinson, Fall River Diocesan Family and Pro-Life Director, at 508-669-7966 or by email, idelucca@dioc-fr.org. Deacon Quenneville attended Attleboro High School and went on to Massasoit Community College in Brockton, earning a degree in psychology. Gifts to the Appeal directly support the formation of our devoted seminarians as they prepare for lives as future priests, as well as the work of the Diocesan Office of Vocations, led by Rev. Please contact the Catholic Foundation office at 508-675-1311 with any questions. Share. Rev. He attended Toll Gate High School in Warwick and went on to earn a bachelors degree in Religious studies from Fairfield University in Fairfield, Conn. Deacon Valliere took a teaching position at Bishop Stang High School in North Dartmouth, and it was there he had the growing sense that he was being called to enter seminary. Freddie Babiczuk, V.F.) Diocese of Fall River USA Continent: North America Rite: Roman (Latin) Type: Diocese Name: Fall River / Riverormen (sis) (Latin) Ecclesiastical Province: Boston Depends on: Dicastery for Bishops Churches Bishops Info Special Churches Cathedral: Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption, Fall River, Massachusetts Brian Patrick Connors, son Michael and Janice Connors, is a a parishioner of Holy Family Church in East Taunton. Quenneville, who is 36, is from South Attleboro and is a parishioner of St. Theresa of the Child Jesus Parish in that city. With continued support from many people, Bangs entered seminary, after graduating from Seton Hall University in South Orange, N.J. Bangs has assisted at Santo Christo Parish in Fall River, and this past summer he served at St. Louis de France Parish in Swansea and St. Patricks Parish in Somerset. of Our Lady of Fatima, St. Joseph-St. Therese, and St. Mary Parishes in New Bedford, to Pastor in solidum (with Rev. The years of seminary formation provide the opportunity to come to know Our Lord personally through prayer. Rev. He has an older sister and younger sister. Rev. You cannot recall one single blessing from God without finding, side by side with this recollection, the image of the priest.". Your email address will not be published. Gua de Facilitadores Riley J. Williams, from Pastor of St. Francis Xavier Parish in Acushnet, to Pastor of Holy Name Parish in Fall River. Christopher Daniel Hughes, son of Daniel and Joanna Hughes, is from Sandwich and is a parishioner of Christ the King Parish in Mashpee. Kevin A. Cook, Director of Vocations and Rev. To be ordained are Matthew F. Laird, William O'Donnell III, Gregory Quenneville, and Laurent M. [] Rev. It is anticipated that each will be ordained a priest next year. 450 Highland Avenue Fall River, MA 02720 Jay T. Maddock, V.F., Pastor of Holy Name Parish in Fall River, Rev. Very Rev. Deacon Bill ODonnell, 41, hails from Harwich, where he, his mom, Patty, dad, William, and a younger brother and sister, were parishioners at Holy Trinity Parish in West Harwich. He has thought about the possibility of the vocation to the priesthood for many years and through spiritual direction he came to a greater clarity about the possible calling from the Lord. God is forming my heart and increasing my joy and desire to become a priest despite the ups and downs of daily life. Reverend David Frederici, Vicar for Pastoral Services,vps@dioc-fr.org, David Carvalho, Secretary for the New Evangelization, dcarvalho@dioc-fr.org, Laura Carrillo, Director of Strategic and Pastoral Planning,lcarrillo@dioc-fr.org, 450 Highland Avenue Facilitator Guide And theres also human formation. Michael R. Nagle, Pastor of Good Shepherd Parish in Vineyard Haven, Rev. Established on March 12, 1904 by Pope Pius X, the Diocese of Fall River covers 1,194 square miles in Southeastern Massachusetts, comprising Bristol County; Barnstable County - recognizable on any map as Cape Cod; Dukes County or Martha's Vineyard; Nantucket County; and the towns of Mattapoisett, Marion and Wareham in Plymouth County. Carmel Parish in New Bedford while remaining Parochial Vicar of Our Lady of Guadalupe at St. James Parish in New Bedford, with residence at Our Lady of Guadalupe Rectory. I look forward to being available for people to talk, to pray together, and to be there when people come seeking help. I have seen the most selfless people praying for us. And sometimes when you let that resonate and you let it set in, its really the most powerful thing., On June 13, Scheffer was ordained to the transitional diaconate and Deacon Steven Booth was ordained to the priesthood at the Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption in Fall River. He grew in a strong practicing Catholic home. There is still time to make a gift or pledge in support of the many agencies and apostolates that carry out the work of the Church throughout the Diocese of Fall River, assisting tens of thousands each year. The Catholic Foundation of Southeastern Massachusetts What is the Foundation? Bring it before the Lord; get the answer. Brian is entering third theology at Immaculate Conception Seminary in South Orange, New Jersey. Refreshments will be served. Most Reverend Edgar M. da Cunha, S.D.V., D.D. I did ECHO in high school and was also active in Campus Ministry. February 1, 2023 . Msgr. 131m Fall River Vocations Office . Our federal tax ID number is 04-2104873. In his 20s Brian underwent a conversion and in 2015 received the sacraments of initiation. This Synod is to be a process of journeying together by listening, dialoguing, praying, discerning and making decisions together for the purpose of proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ. He attended Bridgewater State University in Bridgewater, where he regularly attended daily Mass, Eucharistic Adoration and the Sacrament of Confession. Deacon Gregory Quenneville, 36, grew up in South Attleboro, a parishioner of St. Theresas Parish there. Edward A. Murphy, from Pastor of Annunciation of the Lord and St. Andrew the Apostle Parishes in Taunton, to Pastor of St. Andrew the Apostle Parish in Taunton while remaining Chaplain of the St. Annes Shrine Preservation Society and St. Annes Shrine in Fall River. E-mail: jkearns@dioc-fr.org, Statistical Overview (as of December 31, 2021), A-Z List of Diocesan Offices & Ministries, Catholic Foundation of Southeastern Massachusetts/Catholic Appeal, Faith Formation/Secretariat for the New Evangelization, Diocesan Health Facilities (Nursing Homes & Elder Care), Catholic Foundation of Southeastern Massachusetts, FACE Foundation to Advance Catholic Education, Clergy Retirements, Transfers and Assignments Announced. Jack M. Schrader, Associate Director of Vocations, the Office of Vocations provides spiritual guidance and services to those who have discerned a call to the priesthood. As he grew closer to the Lord so did the sense of being called by the Lord to be a priest. Before that move, he was a catechist and an altar server in his parish in Brazil. Laird: I first heard the call in high school, but it was really when I attended college and met others who were having similar experiences, a vocation to the priesthood became a real option for me. fosters closer unity between the bishops and Pope. Below you will find links for the Vocations Offices of all our sending dioceses. Now being an older man, some could say, were already formed. Bishop Edgar da Cunha, SDV appointed Rev. But looking back over my life, I can see the Lord leading me each step of the way and preparing my heart so when I did finally surrender my will and asked Him what my vocation was, I had a lot of peace and clarity and a sense of freedom accepting the wonderful journey to the priesthood., The future of the Church is the youth. And if that soul comes to the point of death, who will raise it up, who will restore it to calmness and peace? Over the summers he has served at St. John Neumann Parish in East Freetown, Christ the King Parish in Mashpee, and St. Francis Xavier Parish in Acushnet. Fall River, Ma. He received his masters in social work from UMass. Fr. Too many times people try to fit their vocation around their occupation, instead of first saying yes to God, and then finding an occupation that is complementary to their vocation. Local synod consultations and surveys took place between January and April 2022, a diocesan gathering on April 23, 2022, and final local reports submitted to Rev. The most important thing, when you sense you are being called, is prayer. During college and after John went deeper in knowing and living his faith, especially growing in his living of the sacramental life (regular Confession, daily Mass, and Eucharistic Adoration). Weve often heard the expression, Ill put in a good word for you. These are people who are putting in a good word for us with God. Growing up he was very involved in the church life (altar server; lector; extraordinary minster; sacristan; taught in faith formation; on the parish council; and was involved in youth ministry). What aspect of priesthood are you looking forward to the most? He earned a bachelors degree in religious studies in 2003 from Fairfield University in Connecticut. Each year, over $500,000 is needed to assist our seminarians with tuition, room and board, health care and other expenses including inviting more men to consider the priesthood. St. Mary's Seminary Pontifical North American College St. Joseph Seminary College St. Vincent de Paul Regional Seminary Deacon Lewis King Mount St. Mary's Seminary Year of Study: Theology IV Anticipated Ordination: 2023 Home Parish: St. Joseph, Macon Francisco Gamboa St. Vincent de Paul Regional Seminary Seminarian for the Diocese of Fall River Mansfield, Massachusetts, United States. To ensure that every parish was heard, each parish was instructed to select two individuals to serve as Parish Ambassadors and organize the synodal process locally with the pastors approval, receiving formation and materials on November 6, 2021. Along with Gregory Quenneville and Laurent Valliere, they have begun the final leg of their journey toward ordination to the priesthood next year. During my four years of minor seminary in Providence, I have been blessed to be around great holy priests who have exemplified the virtues which all priests should live by and who have served as great role models, he told The Anchor. I cant imagine ever doing anything higher in life., Looking back, theres a lot of people who have influenced my vocation in many ways. He also twice participated in the Quo Vadis Days retreat sponsored annually by the diocesan Vocation Office. Home 2021 News & Press Annual Catholic Appeal Supports Vocations Office, Seminarians. At the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, in-person classrooms shifted to remote learning and our seminarians took up residence at parishes in the diocese. He attended St. Francis Xavier Preparatory School in Hyannis and went on to St. John Paul II High School, also in Hyannis. By "serving those who serve," the Office of Clergy Support promotes the health, happiness, and holiness of those men who have given their lives in service to the Church and God's people. FALL RIVER Four seminarians studying for the priesthood for the Fall River Diocese will be ordained transitional deacons by Bishop Edgar M. da Cunha, at an 11 a.m. Mass on Saturday, May 22, in St. Marys Cathedral, Fall River. The two Greek words that make up synod aresynmeaning together andhodosmeaning way or journey. Theres really four pillars. Gerard A. Hebert, from Pastor of Our Lady of Guadalupe at St. James Parish in New Bedford, to Pastor of St. Bernard Parish in Assonet. Get locations, contact information and Mass schedules here. Four seminarians studying for the priesthood for the Fall River Diocese will be ordained transitional deacons by Bishop Edgar M. da Cunha, S.D.V, in the context of an 11 a.m. Mass on Saturday, May 22, in St. Mary's Cathedral, Fall River. Tom Frechette; I spoke with him the most about getting the call. . Led by Rev. Her Catholic faith was deeply important to her. The following excerpts were taken from each conversation. Foundation to Advance Catholic Education (FACE), Rev. We are an independent, charitable foundation providing long-term, sustainable support for the parishes, schools and life-changing ministries across the Diocese of Fall River. David Frederici, Vicar General, as our Synod contact person, along with an ad hoc planning committee. This summer was spent at St. Francis Xavier Parish in Acushnet. Each year, young men from around our diocese gather for a week long retreat at the Betania II Retreat Center in Medway, where priests and seminarians of our diocese will be there providing conferences, spiritual guidance and fraternity. He was also a baseball player at Bridgewater. What hobbies do you enjoy outside your studies and your work at parishes and in the community? As he prays about the vocation to the priesthood, he is comforted especially with the thought of providing people with the Eucharist. Bryan has served at Santo Christo Church in Fall River and this summer at St. Thomas More Parish in Somerst, St. Louis deFrance Parish in Swansea, and St. Patricks Parish in Somerset. He saw this as a call from God to go into deeper waters. Additionally, i t is recommended that our diocese, parishes, and other communities who shared in this diocesan synodal process: Journeying Together: My time in the seminary has been overwhelmingly positive, he told The Anchor.
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