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40 Days-For-Life Prayer Vigil And First Friday Adoration
40 Days-For-Life  This year, the 40 Days for Life Campaign runs from Wednesday, September 24th through Sunday, November 2nd. Blessed Sacrament Parish’s “Adopted Prayer Day” — Friday, October 3rd — with First Friday Adoration  We will hold ou...

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Blessing of the Animals

Posted on September 30, 2025 in: General News

Blessing of the Animals
Saturday, October 4th at 10:00am St. Bernard Church & St. Matthew Church You are invited to bring your pets for this special blessing in honor of St. Francis of Assisi (feast day October 4th) patron saint of animals. All are welcome to join us!  

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Bereavement Support Group

Posted on September 29, 2025 in: General News

Bereavement Support Group
Tuesday Mornings October 7th - December 9th from 10:15am to 11:45am in the St. Bernard Parish Center (No meeting November 25th) Deadline to Register:  October 5th Living through grief is not easy but it does not have to be done alone.  Blessed Sacrament Parish will offer...

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Do you know someone interested in becoming Catholic or wanting to receive the sacrament of Confirmaton?
Blessed Sacrament Parish will be holidng an Information Session - Wednesday, October 1st from 7pm - 8pm in the St. Matthew Church Hall - for anyone interested in becoming Catholic or receiving the sacrament of Confirmation. Classes are weekly on Wednesday evenings, starting on October 8th, from 7...

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Silver Rose Event

Posted on September 27, 2025 in: General News

Silver Rose Event
Saturday, October 11th at 10:00am at St. Matthew Church The Knights of Columbus will sponsor a prayer service in honor of Our Lady of Guadalupe, who is the patroness of the Americas, the Knights of Columbus, and the Sanctity of Life. A Silver Rose symbolizes things like tranquility, a sen...

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Children's Liturgy

Posted on September 26, 2025 in: General News

Children's Liturgy
At St. Bernard 10am Mass We will begin to offer Children's Liturgy on the 2nd Sunday of the month. Our first Mass will be next weekend, October 12th when we will learn about how Jesus invites us to his special celebration every Sunday. If you have questions, please reach out to Phoebe at...

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BSP Faith Formation Program is Seeking Donations of Gently Used Rosaries
Rosaries may be brought to the Faith Formation Office, or placed in the drop boxes located at either: * St. Bernard Campus:  In the red plastic bin in the vestibule of the parish office. The vestibule is open between the hours of 8:30am and 3:00pm. * St. Matthew Campus:  In...

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Ministry Meetings & Events

Posted on September 24, 2025 in: General News

Ministry Meetings & Events
Blessed Sacrament Parish Gift Card Sale October 4th & 5th after all Masses at St. Matthew Church Pick up: October 11th & 12th Visit www.raiseright.com/brands to see all the gift cards available for purchase. Proceeds help support our parish Haiti Mission. Questions, ema...

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Support our Rosary Garden Project

Posted on September 16, 2025 in: General News

Support our Rosary Garden Project
Grant Syphers, from Troop 15 out of Tolland, will be building a Rosary Garden outside of St. Matthew Church as he looks to create a meaningful display for his Eagle Scout project. Grant is looking for your support and will be outside St. Matthew Church this weekend, September 20/21. He will be ha...

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New Youth Group starting in October! Grades 7-12
Activities will be planed by a youth leadership team. Want to learn more or get involved, email: youth@cath-comm.org  

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Blessed Sacrament Parish Community Kitchen Ministry—Team Opening
Team 3: St. Louis - works the 3rd Monday of each month –1 member needed Our teams work at the Cornerstone Community Kitchen located around the corner from St. Bernard. Hours are 4:15pm - 6:00pm. Duties include setting up the serving line, serving the food, wiping the tables/chairs, and swee...

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Mattie’s Togs Thrift Shop is Looking for Volunteers
If you are able to cover an occasional Saturday from 9am-1pm at our shop, please call Billie at 860-871-0260 for more information. We have been serving the public for over 16 years and would like to continue to do so. Mattie's Togs is located on the Dunn Hill side of St. Matthew Churc...

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Pilgrimage with Bishop Reidy to the North American Martyrs Shrine
Join Bishop Richard Reidy and fellow pilgrims for a one-day journey to the North American Martyrs Shrine in Fultonville, NY on Thursday, October 16, 2025. This special trip will include Mass celebrated with Bishop Reidy, time to explore the Shrine, Museum, and Gift Shop, and fell...

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Letters for College Students from Fr. Rick
Dear Parents, As the new school year begins and our college-aged youth head off to their universities and schools we begin our vigil of prayers asking God to watch over them, keep them safe, and help them have a wonderful experience.  Along with my prayers, I also would like to send a note t...

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Diocese of Norwich Employment Opportunities
The Diocese of Norwich is seeking candidates to fill the following positions: Diocesan Finance Officer Full-time Finance Officer to assist the Bishop in the administration of the material goods of the Diocese. This position plays a key leadership role in overseeing the financial well-being of ...

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Blessed Sacrament Catholic Parish Prayer Network
To request prayers or join the Prayer Network, email: prayer@cath-comm.org or call the parish office at (860) 875-0753 Ext 1.  

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Request Your Mass Intention Online
Now Available on our Website We are pleased to announce that parishioners can now request a Mass intention or Sanctuary Lamp intention (Memorial) for a loved one, living or deceased, online. Cilck here to request a Mass or Sanctuary Lamp intention If you need assistance, please contact Cher...

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Can't Make Saturday Confession Times, We Also Have Scheduled Confession on Thursday Evening!
Confession Schedule: Thursdays     6:00pm - 7:00pm at St. Bernard Church Saturdays:     2:30pm - 3:45pm at St. Bernard Church                       4:00pm - 4:45pm at...

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Baptism Preparation Classes - 2025
Classes for registered parents who wish to have their child(ren) baptized are scheduled on the following Wednesdays at 7:00pm: January 8  February 19  March 12  April 9  May 14  June 11  July - No Class August 13  September 10  ...

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Our Bulletin is Available Online
You can view our bulletin on our website (click here). Or you can sign up to have our publisher email our bulletin to you. To sign up: Click here to go to our parishes section on our bulletin publisher’s website Click on the Subscribe button (in the Recent Publications section) Enter...

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Reflections on the Sunday Readings
Deacon Ron shares his reflections on the weekly Sunday readings, which are posted on our website under the Spirituality section (Personal Prayer/Praying at Home) Click here to go to our website  

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Online Giving & Text Giving

Posted on July 04, 2024 in: General News

Online Giving & Text Giving
Support Blessed Sacrament Parish by donating online or by Text To text to give, text the word “give” to 860-300-3737. You will be sent a link to our online giving portal where you can complete your donation. To sign up for a one time or recurring donation online through our websi...

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