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Soupfest 2024 & Raffle

Posted on October 22, 2024 in: General News

Soupfest 2024 & Raffle
Soupfest 2024 will be held Thursday, November 14th from 6:00pm- 8:30pm at St. Bernard Church The support of Blessed Sacrament Parish is very important as Cornerstone continues to be a resource for so many people in the greater Vernon area. Please join us! Enjoy soups made by local re...

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Mass of Remembrance & Book of Remembrance
The Blessed Sacrament Parish Mass of Remembrance will be held this Sunday, October 27th at 3:00pm at St. Matthew Church At this Mass, we remember the faithful departed of our parish who have passed away since last November. All are welcome to attend this beautiful, candlelit Mass. ...

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St. Bernard Women’s Guild Christmas Bazaar
Being held:  Friday, November 8 & Saturday, November 9 from 9am to 2pm (both days) Please donate items to be sold at the 2024 Christmas Bazaar! Item Drop-off Dates in St. Bernard Church Hall Saturday, October 19th:  3 – 5 pm Sunday, Oct...

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Frosty Village Christmas Bazaar

Posted on October 12, 2024 in: General News

Frosty Village Christmas Bazaar
Is being held:  Friday, November 22nd  5pm – 8pm & Saturday, November 23rd  9am – 2pm in the St. Matthew Church Hall We are looking for new items valued $20 or more for our Raffle Contact Debbie by October 27th at frostyvillage@cath-comm.org with w...

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Election 2024!

Posted on October 11, 2024 in: General News

Election 2024!
In our Catholic Tradition, responsible citizenship is a virtue, and participation in political life is a moral obligation – Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship, No. 13. The election is drawing near and far too many people do not vote. In the last presidential election, only 66% of ...

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Vote for our Scarecrow

Posted on October 10, 2024 in: General News

Vote for our Scarecrow
The Young Adult Ministry of Blessed Sacrament Parish has constructed a scarecrow for the Annual Tolland Green Scarecrow Contest. Our scarecrow, along with all the others, will be displayed through the month of October. Click here to vote for our parish’s scarecrow. Voting runs through ...

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OCIA - Where are YOU on Your Journey? - It’s Not Too Late to Join Us!
Classes Start This Wednesday, October 16th Faith, conversion, repentance, celebration and community – five basic elements that are present in the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA). OCIA provides a setting where the journey of faith and moments of conversion can be celebrated wi...

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Votive Candle Offering Stand at St. Matthew
A new votive candle stand, donated by parishioners to support Haiti, has been installed at St. Matthew Church under the Holy Family near the tabernacle. The use of votive candles express prayer, reverence, and a desire to remain present to God. They are often lit before statues or sacred images o...

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Safe Environments Abuse Prevention Training
In the Diocese of Norwich, all volunteers who have regular contact with minors, all employees, all clergy, and all religious, are required to complete safe environments training.  This training is monitored by the Office for Safe Environments (OSE). In addition, this training is also availab...

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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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Baptism Preparation Classes - 2024
Classes for registered parents who wish to have their child(ren) baptized are scheduled on the following Wednesdays at 7:00pm: September 11 October 9 November 13 December 11 Call Cheryl at 860-872-0200, Ext. 2 to pre-register. Baptisms are scheduled: at St. Bernard ...

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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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Mass & Sanctuary Lamp Intentions

Posted on August 11, 2023 in: General News

Mass & Sanctuary Lamp Intentions
In addition to Mass Intentions, both of our Churches have a Sanctuary Lamp that is available to memorialize a loved one or for a special intention. When requested, the intention will be printed in the bulletin and the lamp will burn for a week. To reserve a Mass or Sanctuary Lamp, call: For St...

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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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