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Do you know someone interested in becoming Catholic or wanting to receive the sacrament of Confirmaton?

Posted on September 15, 2025 in: General News

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 at 6pm 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 16th, from 7pm to 8...

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Faith Formation - Please Registration Now - Classes Begin the Week of September 28th

Posted on September 15, 2025 in: General News

Faith Formation - Please Registration Now - Classes Begin the Week of September 28th
Please Register NOW! Click here to register Even if you're waiting for other schedules, we can adjust your class when it comes time. Please don't wait!! We need to assign kids to the program so we know the number of materials we will need. One Volunteer Still Needed T...

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40 Days-For-Life Prayer Vigil And First Friday Adoration

Posted on September 13, 2025 in: General News

40 Days-For-Life Prayer Vigil And First Friday Adoration
40 Days-For-Life Vigil Mass Tuesday, September 23rd at 6:30pm St. Patrick Cathedral, Norwich The Norwich 40 Days-For-Life campaign will begin with this Vigil Mass.  Bishop Richard F. Reidy will be the principal celebrant and homilist. This year, the 40 Days for Life Campaign runs fr...

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Creating a culture of vocations

Posted on September 11, 2025 in: General News

Creating a culture of vocations
DID YOU KNOW...we all have a vocation? The way we live our life is our vocation - Marriage; Priesthood; Religious Life; or the Generous Single Life! God calls you to live in your vocation to contribute to the Body of Christ. Join Bishop Reidy at St. Joseph Church in Willimantic on Friday, Septemb...

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Third Friday Adoration - September

Posted on September 10, 2025 in: General News

Third Friday Adoration - September
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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Diocese of Norwich Silver and Golden Wedding Anniversary Mass

Posted on September 10, 2025 in: General News

Diocese of Norwich Silver and Golden Wedding Anniversary Mass
Sunday, October 19th at 2:00pm The Cathedral of St. Patrick, Norwich Registration deadline:  Thursday, September 25th This is a firm date, please register early. All couples married 25 & 50 years or celebrating any significant anniversary year are invited to attend the 2025...

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Ministry Meetings & Events

Posted on September 06, 2025 in: General News

Ministry Meetings & Events
Gift Card Pick-up This Weekend—September 13th & 14th after all Masses at St. Matthew Church Next Sale:  October 4th & 5th Visit www.raiseright.com/brands to see all the gift cards available for purchase. Proceeds help support our parish Haiti Mission. Questions, e...

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Blessed Sacrament Parish Community Kitchen Ministry—Team Opening

Posted on September 05, 2025 in: General News

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

Posted on September 04, 2025 in: General News

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

Posted on September 03, 2025 in: General News

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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Fall Retreat: Hope Does Not Disappoint - Registration Closed

Posted on September 02, 2025 in: General News

Fall Retreat: Hope Does Not Disappoint - Registration Closed
Saturday, September 20, 2025 at St. Matthew Church—Tolland, CT from 9am to 3pm Our theme:  HOPE DOES NOT DISAPPOINT Co-hosted by Blessed Sacrament Parish & St. Edward Parish Retreat Presenter: Sr. Lany Jo Smith, ASCJ Retreat begins with Mass at 9am in the ...

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Altar Server Training (For New Altar Servers)

Posted on September 01, 2025 in: General News

Altar Server Training (For New Altar Servers)
Calling all girls and boys who have already received their First Communion—you are invited to become an altar server! Training will take place on the following 3 Saturdays and we ask that you attend all three: September 6th at 8:30am at St. Matthew Church September 13th at 8:30am at...

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Letters for College Students from Fr. Rick

Posted on August 30, 2025 in: General News

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 Parish Gift Card Sale

Posted on August 25, 2025 in: General News

Blessed Sacrament Parish Gift Card Sale
September 6th & 7th after all Masses at St. Matthew Church Pick up: September 13th & 14th 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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Diocese of Norwich Employment Opportunities

Posted on August 14, 2025 in: General News

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

Posted on July 16, 2025 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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Request Your Mass Intention Online

Posted on July 15, 2025 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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Can't Make Saturday Confession Times, We Also Have Scheduled Confession on Thursday Evening!

Posted on July 14, 2025 in: General News

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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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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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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