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Entries for February 2025

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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Ministry Meetings & Events

Posted on February 27, 2025 in: General News

Ministry Meetings & Events
Gift Card Pick-up This Weekend—March 8th & 9th after all Masses at St. Matthew Church Next Gift Card Sale:  March 29th & 30th Any questions, email: giftcards@cath-comm.org   St. Bernard Women's Guild Annual Layette Collection March 1st-9th ...

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Ash Wednesday Schedule - March 5th

Posted on February 27, 2025 in: General News

Ash Wednesday Schedule - March 5th
Our community will celebrate Mass with Distribution of Ashes: At St. Bernard:  8:00am At St. Matthew: 7:00pm Liturgy of the Word with Distribution of Ashes: At St. Bernard:  12:05pm & 5:00pm At St. Matthew:  4:30 pm   Lenten Disciplines of Fasting & A...

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Lenten Small Christian Community - Wednesdays in Lent
Would you like to participate in a Small Christian Community for the six weeks of Lent? Small Christian Communities are small groups of parishioners who gather regularly for prayer and reflection. They come together to reflect on the scriptures for a coming Sunday using a process which conne...

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Third Friday Adoration - February

Posted on February 20, 2025 in: General News

Third Friday Adoration - February
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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Gift Card Sale—March 1st & 2nd

Posted on February 16, 2025 in: General News

Gift Card Sale—March 1st & 2nd
After all Masses at St. Matthew Church Pick up: March 8th & 9th 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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St. Bernard Women's Guild Meeting & Layette Collection
St. Bernard Women’s Guild Meeting Tuesday, March 4th at 6:00pm in the St. Bernard Church Hall Come join us-New Members welcome! Enjoy Mardi Gras & St. Patrick’s goodies! Please bring Layette items (baby/toddler) to donate. Annual Layette Collection March 1-9 ...

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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
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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Church Offices Closed - Monday, February 17th
All Church offices will be closed Monday, February 17th in observance of Presidents’ day. If you need assistance, please leave a message at: St. Bernard Church—(860) 875-0753 Ext. 1 or St. Matthew Church—(860) 872-0200 Ext. 2  

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Youth Ministry Living Stations of the Cross - It's Not Too Late To Join Us!
The BSP Youth Ministry Presents The Living Stations of the Cross on Good Friday, April 18th at 7 pm Teens in grades 7-12 are invited to participate in this presentation of the Stations of the Cross. Rehearsals are Sundays at 6 pm at St. Matthew Church. All are welcome!&n...

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Steubenville East Youth Conference - Friday, July 25th - Sunday, July 27th
IT’S NOT TOO LATE LET BRIDGET KNOW ASAP IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO GO!! Join us for an unforgettable weekend! The Diocese of Norwich is organizing a trip to Steubenville East, a powerful Catholic youth conference for incoming 9th through 12th graders. Experience inspiring talks, powerful worsh...

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Palms to Ashes

Posted on February 09, 2025 in: General News

Palms to Ashes
If you have blessed palms at home, please bring them to either St. Bernard or St. Matthew by Monday, March 3rd so they may be burned for Ash Wednesday (March 5th). At St. Bernard containers will be left in the vestibules. At St. Matthew a container will be left at the entrance to the church ...

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Knights of Columbus Youth of the Year Award
The Knights of Columbus Councils 4122 and 6626 are seeking nominations for the Youth of the Year Award. All parishioners of Blessed Sacrament Parish should encourage any High School Senior who serves their parish, school and community to apply. Applicants will share their interests and achievements,...

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First Friday Adoration - February

Posted on February 06, 2025 in: General News

First Friday Adoration - February
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: First...

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Gift Card Pickup - February 8th & 9th
After all Masses at St. Matthew Church Next Gift Card Sale:  March 1st & 2nd 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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2nd Saturday Faith + Fun Events - This Saturday, February 8th
Calling all teens grades 7-12! Please join us for 2nd Saturday Faith + Fun Night February 8th at St. Matthew church Our Adventure begins with the 5 PM Mass at St. Matthew Church followed by an ESCAPE ROOM Experience and Ice Cream Social! Teens and their parents are invited to...

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Prayer Shawl Ministry Meeting

Posted on February 02, 2025 in: General News

Prayer Shawl Ministry Meeting
Thursday, February 13th from 9:30 to 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 ...

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