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Entries for June 2024

VBS Help Needed for K-6 Session - Music Leader
The VBS team is looking for a talented adult who could lead our music sessions - July 15th-19th. Teaching the kids 2 songs. Guitar or keyboard accompaniment would be wonderful! Interested adults should contact Bridget, bridget.thurston@cath-comm.org or Phoebe, phoebe.szarek@cath-comm.org  ...

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Holy Hour To Pray For Those To Be Ordained To The Priesthood
All are welcome to join in thanksgiving for Rev. Mr. Eric Hosmer, Rev. Mr. Julian Cuervo-Lozada, and Rev. Mr. Alex Pandolfe who are to be ordained as priests of the Diocese of Norwich and to pray for an increase in vocations. Holy Hour Friday, June 28, 2024, 6:00 p.m. Cathedral of Saint Pat...

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Independence Day Mass

Posted on June 26, 2024 in: General News

Independence Day Mass
Thursday, July 4th at 9:00am 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. Please note the location...

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Offices Closed for July 4th

Posted on June 25, 2024 in: General News

Offices Closed for July 4th
All Church offices will be closed Thursday, 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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First Friday Eucharist Adoration - July
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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July in the Sky Fireworks- Come Watch with Us!
Tuesday, July 9th ( Rain Date:  Wednesday, July 10th) Join us at 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 join u...

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Third Friday Adoration - June

Posted on June 20, 2024 in: General News

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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All Workshops Now Scheduled

Posted on June 19, 2024 in: General News

All Workshops Now Scheduled
We are having workshops for members of these ministries from both of our parishes (Blessed Sacrament & St. Maurice) on the following dates: Lectors:  Monday, June 10th at 6:30pm at St. Maurice Church in Bolton Music Ministry:  Wednesday, July 10th at 6:00pm at St. Bernard Churc...

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Early Bulletin Submission Deadline
Requests for announcements to be included in the July 6/7 bulletin must be submitted by noon on Monday, June 24th to be considered. Email requests to:  bulletin@cath-comm.org  

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Prayer Service for Fr. White

Posted on June 18, 2024 in: General News

Prayer Service for Fr. White
Tuesday, June 25th at 6:00pm Fr. White’s Grave Site in the St. Bernard Cemetery Please join our Clergy and the Perpetual Care Committee in remembering St. Bernard's former pastor, Father John White. We look forward to seeing you there!  

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Haiti Mission Meeting

Posted on June 12, 2024 in: General News

Haiti Mission Meeting
Thursday, June 20th at 4:30pm in Classroom 10 St. Matthew Parish Center Questions:  Sue @ (860) 371-1111  

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Offices Closed - June 19th

Posted on June 10, 2024 in: General News

Offices Closed - June 19th
All Church offices will be closed on Wednesday, June 19th in observance of Juneteenth. 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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Feast of the Sacred Heart of Jesus & First Friday Adoration - June 7th
Today, in addition, to our First Friday Adoration, scheduled from 3pm to 7pm at St. Bernard Church, is also the feast of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. As a way to mark the feast, Fr. Steve will be available for Reconciliation from 3pm-5pm at St. Bernard Church. There will be copies of the praye...

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Vacation Bible School 2024 - Registration Now Open for K-6 Program
VBS will be held:  July 15th-19th from 9am to Noon in the St. Bernard Parish Center To register, click here  

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Great Service Opportunity For Teens In Grades 7-12!
Teens in grades 7-12 are needed to be group leaders for Vacation Bible School July 15th-19th! You can 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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Letter from Fr. Rick

Posted on June 01, 2024 in: General News

Letter from Fr. Rick
Dear Parish Family, On behalf of my family, I wanted to share a sincere thank you to all of you for the many acts of kindness and love you extended to us during the passing of my dad. We were all very humbled and moved by the prayers and support we received from you. My dad always instilled in us...

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