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Early Bulletin Submission Deadline for July 5/6 Bulletin

Posted on May 31, 2025 in: General News

Early Bulletin Submission Deadline for July 5/6 Bulletin
Requests for announcements to be included in the July 5/6 bulletin must be submitted by noon on Monday, June 23rd to be considered. Announcements should be emailed to: bulletin@cath-comm.org  

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Bishop Reidy Invites All to Pray a Pentecost Novena Starting Today - Friday, May 30th

Posted on May 29, 2025 in: General News

Bishop Reidy Invites All to Pray a Pentecost Novena Starting Today - Friday, May 30th
Bishop Reidy has asked all parishioners in the Diocese of Norwich to pray the Novena to the Holy Spirit for the Seven gifts on the nine days between the Ascension and Pentecost, from May 30 to June 7.  See below to read Bishop Reidy's full letter to the diocese. Click here to go to the D...

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Registration Extended to June 1st! BSP Family Trip to "Noah" to the Sight & Sound Theater in Lancaster, PA

Posted on May 28, 2025 in: General News

Registration Extended to June 1st! BSP Family Trip to "Noah" to the Sight & Sound Theater in Lancaster, PA
Only 7 Tickets Left! Join us for a Blessed Sacrament Parish Family Trip to see "Noah" at the Sight & Sound Theater in Lancaster, PA August 14-16, 2025 It is now open to people outside our parish.  A commitment with a deposit of $150 is needed by June and the final pa...

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Have You Prayed Today?

Posted on May 27, 2025 in: General News

Have You Prayed Today?
Please join us for our last session on prayer based on Jacques Philippe’s classic book, “A Time for God”: Thursday, June 5th from 6:00pm to 7:00pm at St. Bernard Church - Adoration will follow The series will include a talk by Fr. Alex, time for questions, meditativ...

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First Friday Adoration - June

Posted on May 26, 2025 in: General News

First Friday Adoration - June
We gather on the first & third Friday of each month to adore our Lord Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament. This is a great opportunity for peaceful reflection, personal prayer or just relaxing in Jesus’ presence, speaking, and listening to him. Our next Adorations are scheduled for: First...

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The Holy Spirit Is with Us - A Morning Retreat in Preparation for Pentecost

Posted on May 25, 2025 in: General News

The Holy Spirit Is with Us - A Morning Retreat in Preparation for Pentecost
Saturday June 7th, 8:30 – 11:30 AM St. Bernard Parish Hall Join with others for a brief morning retreat on opening your heart to the Voice and Gifts of the Holy Spirit, featuring testimonies from parishioners, a keynote talk by Dr. Tom Hurley, Associate Professor of Theology (Sacred Hear...

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Teens in grades 7-12 are needed to be group leaders for Vacation Bible School!

Posted on May 24, 2025 in: General News

Teens in grades 7-12 are needed to be group leaders for Vacation Bible School!
VBS will be held July 14th-18th in the St. Matthew Parish Center Come help the kids have some splish-splashing fun this summer! Volunteer for one day, two days or all the days! It’s up to you! Click here to sign up to be part of the VBS Staff!  

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Vacation Bible School 2025 - Registration Now Open

Posted on May 23, 2025 in: General News

Vacation Bible School 2025 - Registration Now Open
All kids in grades K-6 are invited to LIVING WATER VBS July 14th-18th from 9 am – Noon in the St. Matthew Parish Center Join in some Splish-splashing fun as we explore the Living Water that Jesus promises! Click here to register today!  

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The Diocese of Norwich Emerges from Chapter 11 Bankruptcy with Confirmation of Reorganization Plan

Posted on May 22, 2025 in: General News

The Diocese of Norwich Emerges from Chapter 11 Bankruptcy with Confirmation of Reorganization Plan
Please click here to read the letter from Bishop Reidy regarding the Diocese of Norwich Bankruptcy.  

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Blessed Sacrament Parish Gift Card Sale

Posted on May 21, 2025 in: General News

Blessed Sacrament Parish Gift Card Sale
May 31st & June 1st after all Masses at St. Matthew Church Pick up: June 7th & 8th Visit www.raiseright.com/brands to see all the gift cards available for purchase. Proceeds help support our parish Haiti Mission. Questions, email: giftcards@cath-comm.org  

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Volunteers Needed

Posted on May 15, 2025 in: General News

Volunteers Needed
The Funeral Hospitality Ministry is looking for help! Duties include: Making coffee and putting out iced water dispenser Putting table clothes down on sitting and buffet tables Welcoming grieving families Tending the buffet provided by a caterer Cleaning up after the family lea...

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Faith Formation News

Posted on May 01, 2025 in: General News

Faith Formation News
Faith Formation will have a summer program for kids in grades 2-12 who would like to complete sacraments they have missed. Dates and times will be decided based on the interest. Please email your child’s name, age/grade, and sacraments meant to be completed to Phoebe or Bridget (see below...

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Holy Week Homilies

Posted on April 23, 2025 in: General News

Holy Week Homilies
Happy Easter! We wish you a blessed and joy filled Easter season.  Click here to watch homilies from Palm Sunday, Holy Thursday, Good Friday, and the Easter Vigil. Beginning with the Palm Sunday celebration of our Lord’s Passion and concluding with the three-day celebration of ...

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New Confession Time Available Starting April 24th

Posted on April 14, 2025 in: General News

New Confession Time Available Starting April 24th
Starting Thursday, April 24th we will be adding a new Confession time: Thursdays     6:00pm - 7:00pm at St. Bernard Church   We will continue to have Confession available on Saturdays:     2:30pm - 3:45pm at St. Bernard Church    ...

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The New Columbarium has Arrived!

Posted on April 04, 2025 in: General News

The New Columbarium has Arrived!
The 2nd columbarium has been installed next to the altar in St. Bernard Cemetery, which serves all Catholics in the deanery. Feel free to visit our cemetery to see how the new section is developing. If you would like to more information or would like to purchase a niche please contact Susan Oster...

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St. Bernard Vigil Mass Will Be At 4:00pm Year-Round

Posted on February 28, 2025 in: General News

St. Bernard Vigil Mass Will Be At 4:00pm Year-Round
Based on a recent parishioner survey, the St. Bernard Vigil Mass will stay at 4:00pm year-round. Existing intentions for the St. Bernard Vigil Mass will automatically be moved to the new Mass time. Please Note:  The St. Matthew Vigil Mass will remain at 5:00pm year-round. The choices...

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Mattie’s Togs Thrift Shop

Posted on February 13, 2025 in: General News

Mattie’s Togs Thrift Shop
Located on the Dunn Hill side of St. Matthew Church, Tolland We always welcome clean, gently used boys and girls Summer and Winter clothing Infant to Size 12. Donations to be left on Saturday mornings between 9-1 at Mattie's Togs. Thanking you in advance. Any questions call Billie at 86...

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Baptism Preparation Classes - 2025

Posted on January 02, 2025 in: General News

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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Request Your Mass Intention Online

Posted on November 08, 2024 in: General News

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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Blessed Sacrament Catholic Parish Prayer Network

Posted on July 25, 2024 in: General News

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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Our Bulletin is Available Online

Posted on July 19, 2024 in: General News

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

Posted on July 05, 2024 in: General News

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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Would you like to be a gift bearer at Mass?

Posted on April 18, 2024 in: General News

Would you like to be a gift bearer at Mass?
If you would, before Mass begins, please let the ushers know and they will give you instructions.

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Children's Missalettes Available

Posted on August 10, 2023 in: General News

Children's Missalettes Available
A parishioner has donated copies of the booklet "The Mass for Children" to our parish for use in the pews during Mass. Please feel free to use a copy for your child to look at during Mass, and kindly return the book before leaving Church. We hope our parish children can enjoy followi...

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