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Third Friday Adoration - May

Posted on May 15, 2025 in: General News

Third Friday Adoration - May
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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Healing Liturgy

Posted on May 14, 2025 in: General News

Healing Liturgy
Sunday, May 18th 3:00 pm at St. Bernard Church This Liturgy is for anyone who suffers from physical or emotional illness or infirmities of age. Anointing of the sick will be offered to those who wish to receive this sacrament. We hope you will join us as we ask for God's healing grace...

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Deadline to Register is Today, May 15th! BSP Family Trip to "Noah" to the Sight & Sound Theater in Lancaster, PA

Posted on May 14, 2025 in: General News

Deadline to Register is Today, May 15th! BSP Family Trip to "Noah" to the Sight & Sound Theater in Lancaster, PA
Registration/Deposit Due:  Friday, May 16th Join us for a Blessed Sacrament Parish Family Trip to see "Noah" at the Sight & Sound Theater in Lancaster, PA August 14-16, 2025 We have still have some tickets available (first come, first serve). It is now open to p...

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An Evening of Hope - Now, and at the hour of our death, Amen.

Posted on May 13, 2025 in: General News

An Evening of Hope - Now, and at the hour of our death, Amen.
Wednesday, May 21st 6:30 -- 8:30pm St. Bernard Church Hall  Sooner or later every family must face decisions for end of life care for ourselves or our loved ones. The teachings of the church help us navigate difficult choices with an abundance of grace and the fullness of Christ’s me...

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Young Adult Ministry - May Events

Posted on May 12, 2025 in: General News

Young Adult Ministry - May Events
All Young Adults (ages 21-40) are Invited! Young Adult Mass, May 18th: We will be hosting the 10:00am Mass at St. Bernard Church by serving as the lectors, ushers, communion ministers, and gift bearers. YAM Trivia at CT Valley Brewing Co., May 21st: Young adults are welcome to join us fo...

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Have You Prayed Today?

Posted on May 11, 2025 in: General News

Have You Prayed Today?
Fr. Alex invites everyone to series on prayer based on Jacques Philippe’s classic book, “A Time for God”: Thursdays - May 22nd, & June 5th 6:00pm-7:00pm at St. Bernard Church Adoration will follow each night The series will include a talk by Fr. Alex, time for ...

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Memorial Day Mass

Posted on May 10, 2025 in: General News

Memorial Day Mass
Monday, May 26th at 10:00am St. Bernard Cemetery Our community will celebrate a special Mass on Memorial Day in the St. Bernard Cemetery Memorial Garden for all those buried in our cemetery and for all deceased members of our area parishes. Plan to arrive early and bring your lawn chairs. ...

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

Posted on May 09, 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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Volunteers Needed

Posted on May 08, 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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Teens in grades 7-12 are needed to be group leaders for Vacation Bible School!

Posted on May 07, 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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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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Vacation Bible School 2025 - Registration Now Open

Posted on April 30, 2025 in: General News

Vacation Bible School 2025 - Registration Now Open
All kids in grades K-6 in invited to LIVING WATER VBS July 14-18th 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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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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Pope Francis Names New Bishop for the Diocese of Norwich

Posted on February 12, 2025 in: General News

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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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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