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Gift Card Sale

Posted on January 31, 2023 in: General News

Gift Card Sale
February 4th & 5th after all Masses at Both Churches Pick up: February 11th & 12th Visit www.raiseright.com/brands to see all the gift cards available for purchase. Proceeds help support our parish Haiti Mission. Any questions, email: giftcards@cath-comm.org  

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K of C Council #6626 Breakfast & St. Matthew Women's Guild Bake Sale
The Knights of Columbus Council #6626  will host a breakfast Sunday, February 5th after both Masses in the St. Matthew Church Hall Menu Items: Scrambled Eggs Bacon Breakfast Potatoes Toast Coffee/Tea Juice Price:  $7 per person / $5 Children (under 12...

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Ministry Meetings

Posted on January 29, 2023 in: General News

Ministry Meetings
St. Bernard Women’s Guild Meeting Tuesday, February 7th - 6:00pm in the St. Bernard Church Hall Bring your favorite pie for dessert and fellowship To sign up for dessert send an email to: St.BernardWomen’sGuild@cath-comm.org   Frosty Village Bazaar Wrap up/P...

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Welcome Fr. Steve!

Posted on January 26, 2023 in: General News

Welcome Fr. Steve!
Fr. Steve Gulino will be joining our parish family as a Parochial Vicar, effective February 2nd. Many of you have already met him when he filled in for us at Mass over the past few months. He is very excited and happy to be assigned to us. Fr Larry will also continue being our Parochial Vicar&nbs...

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Young Adult Ministry Bowling Night
Saturday, January 28th 6:00 PM Lucky Strike Bowling, Mansfield, CT Join us for bowling! If you have questions, please email us at yam@cath-comm.org  

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Volunteers Needed for the Blessed Sacrament Community Kitchen Ministry
Our ministry is in need of 2 new volunteers. Team 3: St. Louis works the 3rd Monday of each month Team 11: St. Dominic works the 2nd & 5th Friday of each month We need one new team member for each team. The hours are 4:15pm-6:00pm. Duties include bringing the food to the serving lin...

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BSP Youth Ministry - Clairvaux House Dinner & Living Stations of the Cross
Living Stations of the Cross It is not too late to join! Teens in grades 7-12 are invited to participate. There are many ways that you can help with this presentation. We need actors, readers, lighting people and more. This is a wonderful opportunity to serve our parish and build new friendshi...

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Small Christian Communities

Posted on January 22, 2023 in: General News

Small Christian Communities
Small Christian Communities (SCC) are small groups of parishioners who gather regularly for prayer and reflection.  These groups are called Small Christian Communities because they come together to reflect on the scriptures for a coming Sunday Mass using a process which connects our faith life ...

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Vacation Bible School 2023

Posted on January 19, 2023 in: General News

Vacation Bible School 2023
Save the Date July 17th—21st St. Matthew Campus Mark your calendars for Vacation Bible School 2023. We hope to see many new and returning faces for another week of faith and fun.  

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Pasta Dinner

Posted on January 19, 2023 in: General News

Pasta Dinner
The Blessed Sacrament Parish Youth Ministry invites you to enjoy a home cooked (by the Knights of Columbus) Pasta Dinner on:  Saturday, January 21st following the 5 pm Mass at St. Bernard Church The evening will include dinner (there will be a gluten free option), bake sale items f...

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Baptism Preparation Classes

Posted on January 15, 2023 in: General News

Baptism Preparation Classes
Classes for registered parents who wish to have their child(ren) baptized are scheduled for: Wednesday, August 9 Wednesday, September 13 Wednesday, October 11 Wednesday, November 8 Wednesday, December 13 Classes are held at 7:00pm. Call Cheryl at 860-872-0200, Ext. 2 t...

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Catechism Chats

Posted on January 14, 2023 in: General News

Catechism Chats
Click here to find out more about this new opportunity   

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Fr. Rick's 25 Years of Priesthood  Celebration
Save the Date Friday, June 9, 2023 St. Bernard Church Hall Open House 4:00-6:00 (Sponsored by Pastoral Council)  

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Blessed Sacrament Parish Lenten Retreat
Save these evenings:  March 5 & 6 More information coming soon!

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Church Offices Closed - Monday, January 16th
All Church offices will be closed Monday, January 16th in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. day. If you need assistance, please leave a message at:        St. Bernard Church—(860) 875-0753 Ext. 1 or        St. M...

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Blessed Sacrament Parish Young Adult Ministry Book Club
We invite young adults to join us for our first book club as we read Made for Love by Fr. Michael Schmitz. This book covers the teachings of the Catholic Church on same-sex attraction and how we can approach this issue with true compassion. Gather with us to discuss Fr. Mike’s message and shar...

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Haiti Mission and Justice & Peace Meetings
Haiti Mission Meeting:  Thursday, January 19th at 4:30pm Justice & Peace Meeting:  Thursday, January 19th at 6:00pm Both meetings will be held in a classroom in the St. Matthew Parish Center. Questions, please contact Sue @ (860) 371-1111.  

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First Friday Eucharist Adoration

Posted on January 05, 2023 in: General News

First Friday Eucharist Adoration
Please join us for our next First Friday Adoration Friday, January 6th 3:00pm - 7:00pm at St. Matthew Church We will gather to adore our Lord Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament. This is a great opportunity for peaceful reflection, personal prayer or just relaxing in Jesus&rsquo...

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Prayer Shawl Ministry Meeting

Posted on January 03, 2023 in: General News

Prayer Shawl Ministry Meeting
Thursday, January 12th 9:30 - 11:30am in the St. Bernard Church Hall We would love for you join us for an enjoyable morning of knitting/crocheting & fellowship. All are welcome. For further information or to request a prayer shawl, lap robe, or pocket prayer shawl to give to someon...

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Faith + Fun for Teens in Grades 7-12!
Our next Faith + Fun Night is scheduled for January 21st immediately following the 5 pm Mass at St. Bernard Church We will be hosting a Pasta Dinner for the Clairvaux House which provides temporary housing and help for moms and their children. There will be lots of service that we can provide, su...

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