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Blessed Sacrament Parish Job Opportunity - Faith Formation Secretary
We are accepting applications for the position of Faith Formation Secretary. This is a part-time position offering up to 20 hours per week, Monday through Friday from 10:00am to 2:00pm. Please note: this position does not include benefits. We are seeking a detail-oriented and welcoming individual...

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Third Friday Adoration - October 17th
We gather on the 1st & 3rd 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 Fri...

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Drive Through Blessing of Cars - Sunday, October 19th
2:00pm—3:00pm at St. Bernard Church & St. Matthew Church We want to keep you safe as you navigate our roadways! Clergy will be at both of our Churches. Simply drive up to the priest or deacon and we’ll bless your car, truck, motorcycle, van, or tricycle.  

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Youth Group Meeting - Sunday, October 19th
For Grades 7 - 12 Our 1st Event - Day of the Dead Sunday, October 19th from 6-8pm in the St. Bernard Parish Center Please join us for a night of competition games, friends, and food, while we learn about All Souls and All Saints Day! Feel free to bring a friend with you from other chur...

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Vote for our Scarecrow

Posted on October 11, 2025 in: General News

Vote for our Scarecrow
Our Young Adult Ministry has once again entered the Annual Tolland Green Scarecrow Contest. Our scarecrow, along with all the others, will be displayed on the Tolland Green through the month of October. Click here to vote for our parish’s scarecrow—#37 Blessed Sacrament Parish ~ Hiker...

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Mass of Remembrance & Book of Remembrance
The Blessed Sacrament Parish Mass of Remembrance will be held: Sunday, November 2nd at 3:00pm at St. Bernard Church At this Mass, we remember the faithful departed of our parish who have passed away since last October. All are welcome to attend this beautiful candlelit Mass.   ...

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Where are YOU on Your Journey? It's Not Too Late To Join!
The Order of Christian Initiation for Adults (OCIA) is a year-long process of prayer, learning, and reflection designed for those seeking to become Catholic, those seeking the sacrament of Confirmation, and for those simply exploring the Catholic faith. It is open to all adults ages 18+. We meet ...

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Help Us Make Our Christmas Bazaars a Success!
St. Bernard Women’s Guild Christmas Bazaar Item Drop-off Please donate items to be sold at the 2025 Christmas Bazaar! Items Needed:  small housewares, Christmas holiday decorations & small artificial trees, books, jigsaw puzzles, CDs, DVDs, jewelry, fine china, crystal, cer...

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Baby Bottle Drive

Posted on October 07, 2025 in: General News

Baby Bottle Drive
Fill a bottle, save a life! Life…the most precious gift of all. And now you have the opportunity to make a difference in the life of an unborn child. For the next few weeks you can use these bottles to show friends, family and even strangers that you support life.  Take it to work ...

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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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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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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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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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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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