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Entries for May 2025

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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Bishop Reidy Invites All to Pray a Pentecost Novena Starting Today - Friday, May 30th
Bishop Reidy has asked all parishioners in the Diocese of Norwich to pray the Novena to the Holy Spirit for the Seven gifts on the nine days between the Ascension and Pentecost, from May 30 to June 7.  See below to read Bishop Reidy's full letter to the diocese. Click here to go to the D...

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Third Friday Adoration - June
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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Have You Prayed Today?

Posted on May 28, 2025 in: General News

Have You Prayed Today?
Please join us for our last session on prayer based on Jacques Philippe’s classic book, “A Time for God”: Thursday, June 5th from 6:00pm to 7:00pm at St. Bernard Church - Adoration will follow The series will include a talk by Fr. Alex, time for questions, meditativ...

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Registration Extended to June 1st! BSP Family Trip to "Noah" to the Sight & Sound Theater in Lancaster, PA
Only 7 Tickets Left! Join us for a Blessed Sacrament Parish Family Trip to see "Noah" at the Sight & Sound Theater in Lancaster, PA August 14-16, 2025 It is now open to people outside our parish.  A commitment with a deposit of $150 is needed by June and the final pa...

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Holy Day of Obligation - The Ascension of the Lord - Thursday, May 29th
Our community will celebrate Mass: St. Matthew Church at 9:00am St. Bernard Church at 7:00pm  

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First Friday Adoration - June
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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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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Vacation Bible School 2025 - Registration Now Open
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!  

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Memorial Day Mass & Offices Closed
Memorial Day Mass Monday, May 26th at 10:00am in the 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...

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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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Requesting Service Member Names for the Young Adult Ministry Memorial Day Float
The Blessed Sacrament Parish Young Adult Ministry is sponsoring a float in the Tolland Memorial Day Parade. We would like to include names of deceased service members that are dear to those in our parish community.  Please click here fill out this form by Friday, May 23rd to have their ...

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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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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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Church Offices Closed - Memorial Day Monday, May 26th
All Church offices will be closed on Monday, May 26th in observance of Memorial 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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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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Our Lady of Fatima Council 4122 - Mother’s Day Flower Sale
This Weekend - May 10th & 11th after all Masses at St. Bernard Church Proceeds to benefit a local charity.  

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Prayer Shawl Ministry Meeting - Rescheduled until May 15th
Due to a scheduling conflict, the Prayer Shawl Ministry Meeting scheduled for Thursday, May 8th has been moved to Thursday, May 15th. New Date:  Thursday, May 15th from 9:30 - 11:30am in the St. Bernard Church Hall We would love for you join us for an enjoyable morning of knitti...

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First 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: First...

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