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Youth Summer Sacrament Program
All interested families with children in grades 2-12 (ages 7-18) who would like to complete sacraments they have missed are invited to an informational meeting on: Monday, June 30th at 5 pm in the St. Matthew Parish Center, Room 2 For questions or to RSVP please contact the faith formatio...

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Independence Day Mass

Posted on June 24, 2025 in: General News

Independence Day Mass
Friday, July 4th at 9:00am in the St. Bernard Cemetery Our community will celebrate a special Mass on July 4th at St. Bernard Cemetery 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. In the ev...

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No First Friday Adoration - July 4th
We will NOT have First Friday Adoration on July 4th. Our next Adoration is scheduled for: Third Friday—July 18th: 3pm to 7pm—St. Matthew Chapel Questions, email devotions@cath-comm.org  

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Church Offices Closed - Friday, July 4th
All Church offices will be closed Friday, July 4th in observance of Independence Day. If you need assistance, please leave a message and someone will get back to you. St. Bernard Church—(860) 875-0753 Ext. 1 St. Matthew Church—(860) 872-0200 Ext. 2  

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July in the Sky Fireworks- Come Watch with Us!
Wednesday, July 9th Rain Date: Thursday, July 10th Join us outside St. Bernard Church to view the fireworks at the best spot in Rockville. Bring your blankets and chairs. Hot dogs, hamburgers, and other refreshments for sale. We will fire up the grill at 5:00pm. We hope you can joi...

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Vacation Bible School - Register Today!
All kids in grades K-6 are invited to LIVING WATER VBS July 14th-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!   Teens in grades 7-12 ...

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Blessed Sacrament Parish Bible Study 2025 - Registration is Open!
Follow Me: Meeting Jesus In The Gospel Of John Would you like to have a deeper relationship with Christ? Follow Me invites you to experience the joy of a renewed friendship with Christ. Jesus calls us to be his disciples, to trust him, to open ourselves to his merciful love, and to love othe...

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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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We are Looking for Baskets

Posted on June 16, 2025 in: General News

We are Looking for Baskets
The Evangelization Ministry has launched a new effort to welcome new parishioners and is looking for donations of empty baskets or small crates able to fit a few items (less than 8" in any dimensions). If you have any baskets you would like to donate, we are collecting baskets at the main entra...

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Blessed Sacrament Parish Community Kitchen Ministry - Team Openings
There are openings on the following teams: Team 9: St. Gregory - works the 4th Friday of each month - 2 members needed Team 11: St. Dominic - works the 2nd & 5th Fridays of each month - 1 member needed Team  1: St. Augustine - works the 1st & 5th Monday of each month ...

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Early Bulletin Submission Deadline for July 5/6 Bulletin
Requests for announcements to be included in the July 5/6 bulletin must be submitted by noon on Monday, June 23rd to be considered. Announcements should be emailed to: bulletin@cath-comm.org  

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Faith Formation News

Posted on May 30, 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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Volunteers Needed

Posted on May 29, 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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The Diocese of Norwich Emerges from Chapter 11 Bankruptcy with Confirmation of Reorganization Plan
Please click here to read the letter from Bishop Reidy regarding the Diocese of Norwich Bankruptcy.  

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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!
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
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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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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