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Mattie’s Togs Thrift Shop

Posted on February 17, 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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Pope Francis Names New Bishop for the Diocese of Norwich
The Diocese of Norwich joyfully welcomes the appointment of Bishop-elect Richard F. Reidy as its sixth bishop. Pope Francis made the official announcement February 12, 2025 at noon in Rome (6:00 a.m. Eastern Time). Bishop-elect Reidy comes to Norwich from the Diocese of Worcester, Massachuse...

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Youth Ministry Living Stations of the Cross - Rehearsals Start February 16th
The BSP Youth Ministry Presents The Living Stations of the Cross on Good Friday, April 18th at 7 pm Teens in grades 7-12 are invited to participate in this presentation of the Stations of the Cross. Rehearsals begin Sunday, February 16th at 6 pm at St. Matthew Church. Al...

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Steubenville East Youth Conference - Friday, July 25th - Sunday, July 27th
Join us for an unforgettable weekend! The Diocese of Norwich is organizing a trip to Steubenville East, a powerful Catholic youth conference for incoming 9th through 12th graders. Experience inspiring talks, powerful worship, amazing live music and an opportunity to grow in faith with thousand...

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Third Friday Adoration - February

Posted on February 10, 2025 in: General News

Third Friday Adoration - February
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: Third...

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Palms to Ashes

Posted on February 09, 2025 in: General News

Palms to Ashes
If you have blessed palms at home, please bring them to either St. Bernard or St. Matthew by Monday, March 3rd so they may be burned for Ash Wednesday (March 5th). At St. Bernard containers will be left in the vestibules. At St. Matthew a container will be left at the entrance to the church ...

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Ash Wednesday Schedule - March 5th

Posted on February 08, 2025 in: General News

Ash Wednesday Schedule - March 5th
Our community will celebrate Mass with Distribution of Ashes: At St. Bernard:  8:00am At St. Matthew: 7:00pm Liturgy of the Word with Distribution of Ashes: At St. Bernard:  12:05pm & 5:00pm At St. Matthew:  4:30 pm  

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The Shroud of Turin Presentation

Posted on January 30, 2025 in: General News

The Shroud of Turin Presentation
March 8th After the 4pm Mass at St. Bernard Church Our Parish family is invited to join the Youth Ministry for light refreshments and a presentation on The Shroud of Turin. Deacon Alan Germain of the Archdiocese of Hartford will lead us on a journey of discovery! The Shroud o...

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BSP Youth Ministry - Save the Dates for 2 Great Trips & VBS
Vacation Bible School July 14th – 18th from 9am to Noon in the St. Matthew Parish Center For kids in grades K-6 and service opportunities for teens. Steubenville East! Join us for an unforgettable weekend! Friday, July 25th to Sunday, July 27th The Diocese of Norwich is organizi...

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Vacation Bible School 2025

Posted on January 15, 2025 in: General News

Vacation Bible School 2025
Attention Families with Children in Grades K-6! Save the Date for the Blessed Sacrament Parish Vacation Bible School. July 14th – 18th from 9am to Noon in the St. Matthew Parish Center Watch the bulletin for more information!  

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St. Bernard Vigil Mass Temporarily Moving to 4:00pm - Starting This Weekend January 4th
This change will be in effect January 4, 2025 through March 8, 2025. Please Note: The Vigil Mass livestream will also move to 4:00pm Confession at St. Bernard will be on Saturdays from 2:30pm - 3:45pm The St. Matthew Vigil Mass will remain at 5:00pm  

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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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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
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
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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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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