Founded on September 17, 1883. St. John the Evangelist Parish is one of the many great parishes located in the Diocese of Fall River. "We, the Catholic community of SVdP, are a family made up of many nationalities and ethnic backgrounds.  Following our patron as disciples of Christ, we profess our faith openly and proudly to teach and serve all people in our community, especially the poor and the marginalized, in order to experience Christ's body and worship Him."