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Entries for June 2022

First Friday Eucharist Adoration
Please join us for our next First Friday Adoration Friday, July 1st   3:00pm - 7:00pm 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’...

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Independence Day Mass

Posted on June 29, 2022 in: General News

Independence Day Mass
Monday, July 4th at 9:00am St. Bernard Cemetery Our community will celebrate a special Mass on July 4th at St. Bernard Cemetery (in the historic section, by the altar) for all those buried in our cemetery and for all deceased members of our Churches. Please note there will be no 8:00am Mass...

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Church Offices Closed - Monday, July 4th
All Church offices will be closed on Monday, 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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Our Youth Ministry is hosting Vacation Bible School
July 18-22nd from 9-12 noon in the St. Bernard Parish Center Click here to register We are holding a spot just for YOU! Let’s make VBS at Blessed Sacrament Parish the BEST EVER! VBS is open to ALL kids in grades K-6 – Friends are always welcome here! Registration...

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Over 70 ½ and want to lower your taxes?
The federal tax laws have changed. If you are over 70½ and receiving money from an IRA, you can now reduce your taxable income by making your donations to Blessed Sacrament Catholic Parish directly from your IRA. Please consult your IRA investment company, tax advisor, or call Brian Kenny,...

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Prayer Service for Fr. White

Posted on June 21, 2022 in: General News

Prayer Service for Fr. White
June 27th at 6:00pm Please join our Clergy and the Perpetual Care Committee in remembering St. Bernard's former pastor, Father John White. The prayer service will be held at  Fr. White's grave site in the St. Bernard Cemetery. We look forward to seeing you there!  ...

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Calling all teens in grades 7-12 - VBS needs YOU!
BSP Youth Ministry is hosting Vacation Bible School for kids in grades K-6 this summer, July 18th - 22nd! We can't do it without YOU! We need lots of teens in grades 7-12 to create a fun and exciting experience for the younger kids of our great parish! If you and a friend are looking for...

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Faith Formation Office News

Posted on June 17, 2022 in: General News

Faith Formation Office News
Looking Ahead to Next School Year Many volunteers and teachers are needed for our upcoming Faith Formation year. If you have been looking for a way to get involved with Blessed Sacrament Parish in some way, perhaps Faith Formation is for you. Currently we have several openings for teachers and...

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Mattie’s Togs Thrift Shop

Posted on June 16, 2022 in: General News

Mattie’s Togs Thrift Shop
Located on the Dunn Hill side of St. Matthew Church Are you looking for baby clothes for yourself or a friend? We have lots to choose from for only $5 a bag. Such a deal! We also have clothes for your older children too! We are open on Saturdays 9 to 1. Check us out...  

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Vacation Bible School

Posted on June 16, 2022 in: General News

Vacation Bible School
We are so excited to share with you that Vacation Bible School (VBS) will be held at St. Bernard Parish Center on July 18-22nd, from 9am to Noon! Each day the children will experience music, games, arts and crafts and so much fun!  As they discover the “Marvelous Mystery,  The Mas...

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St. Bernard Women's Guild Meeting
Tuesday, June 21st at 6pm in the St. Bernard Church Hall This is our last meeting until we get together again on September 6th. Have a safe, healthy, relaxing, enjoyable summer! Any questions, email Jean at St.BernardWomen’sGuild@cath-comm.org  

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Join the Team for VBS!

Posted on June 09, 2022 in: General News

Join the Team for VBS!
Teens and Adults interested in helping plan and be one of our Team Leaders for a Vacation Bible School, to be held July 18 – 22nd from 9 am – Noon, are invited to a Pizza and Ice Cream social this Friday, June 10th from 6-8 in the St. Bernard Church Hall. Teens - this is a great servi...

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Save the Date for the Blessed Sacrament Parish Fall Retreat
Saturday, October 15, 2022 If you have been wondering or asking yourself these questions like:  Are you interested in a break from your pressure-packed schedule to rediscover your relationship with God? How do we keep our faith alive when the world does not support it? Then...

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Novena to St. Peregrine

Posted on June 08, 2022 in: General News

Novena to St. Peregrine
Join us as we pray for those impacted by cancer June  14 at 6:30pm St Matthew Church & Livestream Have you, your family, or your friends been affected by cancer? We hope you can join us as the Blessed Sacrament Parish community concludes nine days of prayer for all those im...

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Attention Current 7th & 9th Grade Faith Formation Families
If you haven’t already done so, please return your Faith Formation books. These books will be used again in 8th & 10th grade. Books can be dropped in the maroon bin located at either church. At St. Bernard the bin is in the vestibule leading to the parish office. The vestibule is ...

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Our Youth Ministry is Hosting Vacation Bible School!
Open to kids in grades K-6! July 18-22nd from 9-12 noon in the St. Bernard Parish Center The cost is $20 per child, with a family cap of $30. No child will be denied for inability to pay. For more information or if you need financial assistance, please contact Bridget Thurston (860-872...

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Faith Formation Director/Coordinator Needed for Grades K-6
Our parish is searching for a Faith Formation Director for grades K-6 to inspire students in the knowledge and love of their faith. We are looking for a practicing Roman Catholic who can work in a collaborative team environment to engage K-6 students and their parents in the faith formation and s...

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Faith Formation News

Posted on June 02, 2022 in: General News

Faith Formation News
Faith Formation 2022/23 Needs Many volunteers and teachers are needed for our upcoming Faith Formation year. If you have been looking for a way to get involved with Blessed Sacrament Parish in some way, perhaps Faith Formation is for you. Currently we have several openings for teachers and aid...

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First Friday Eucharist Adoration
Please join us for our next First Friday Adoration Friday, June 3rd   3:00pm - 7:00pm 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’ pres...

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