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Entries for June 2025

Save the Date for the Blessed Sacrament Parish Fall Retreat
Blessed Sacrament Parish and St Edward Parish will co-host our Fall full-day retreat Saturday, September 20th at St. Matthew Church, Tolland Our theme:  HOPE DOES NOT DISAPPOINT More information to come during the summer!     

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Join Bishop Reidy for a Youth Hike!
Middle School and High School youth are invited to a special hike with Bishop Reidy on Saturday, July 19th at 10:00 A.M. at Hurd State Park in East Hampton. Hurd State Park provides the perfect backdrop for a meaningful outdoor adventure, blending fun, exercise, scenic views, and moments of spiri...

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Youth Summer Sacrament Program
All interested families with children in grades 2-12 (ages 7-18) who would like to complete sacraments they have missed are invited to an informational meeting on: Monday, June 30th at 5 pm in the St. Matthew Parish Center, Room 2 For questions or to RSVP please contact the faith formatio...

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Independence Day Mass

Posted on June 24, 2025 in: General News

Independence Day Mass
Friday, July 4th at 9:00am in the 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. In the ev...

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No First Friday Adoration - July 4th
We will NOT have First Friday Adoration on July 4th. Our next Adoration is scheduled for: Third Friday—July 18th: 3pm to 7pm—St. Matthew Chapel Questions, email devotions@cath-comm.org  

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Church Offices Closed - Friday, July 4th
All Church offices will be closed Friday, 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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July in the Sky Fireworks- Come Watch with Us!
Wednesday, July 9th Rain Date: Thursday, July 10th Join us outside 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 joi...

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Vacation Bible School - Register Today!
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!   Teens in grades 7-12 ...

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Blessed Sacrament Parish Bible Study 2025 - Registration is Open!
Follow Me: Meeting Jesus In The Gospel Of John Would you like to have a deeper relationship with Christ? Follow Me invites you to experience the joy of a renewed friendship with Christ. Jesus calls us to be his disciples, to trust him, to open ourselves to his merciful love, and to love othe...

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Third Friday Adoration - June

Posted on June 18, 2025 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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Altar Server Training (For New Altar Servers)
Calling all girls and boys who have already received their First Communion—you are invited to become an altar server! Training will take place on the following 3 Saturdays and we ask that you attend all three: September 6th at 8:30am at St. Matthew Church September 13th at 8:30am at...

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We are Looking for Baskets

Posted on June 16, 2025 in: General News

We are Looking for Baskets
The Evangelization Ministry has launched a new effort to welcome new parishioners and is looking for donations of empty baskets or small crates able to fit a few items (less than 8" in any dimensions). If you have any baskets you would like to donate, we are collecting baskets at the main entra...

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Blessed Sacrament Parish Community Kitchen Ministry - Team Openings
There are openings on the following teams: Team 9: St. Gregory - works the 4th Friday of each month - 2 members needed Team 11: St. Dominic - works the 2nd & 5th Fridays of each month - 1 member needed Team  1: St. Augustine - works the 1st & 5th Monday of each month ...

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Offices Closed for Juneteenth

Posted on June 11, 2025 in: General News

Offices Closed for Juneteenth
All Church offices will be closed on Thursday, 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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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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Teens in grades 7-12 are needed to be group leaders for Vacation Bible School!
Come help the kids have some splish-splashing fun this summer! VBS will be held July 14th-18th in the St. Matthew Parish Center. 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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First Friday Adoration - June

Posted on June 05, 2025 in: General News

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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The Holy Spirit Is with Us - A Morning Retreat in Preparation for Pentecost
Saturday June 7th, 8:30 – 11:30 AM St. Bernard Parish Hall Join with others for a brief morning retreat on opening your heart to the Voice and Gifts of the Holy Spirit, featuring testimonies from parishioners, a keynote talk by Dr. Tom Hurley, Associate Professor of Theology (Sacred Hear...

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Prayer Shawl Ministry Meeting

Posted on June 02, 2025 in: General News

Prayer Shawl Ministry Meeting
Thursday, June 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. Please note:  We do not meet in July or August. Our next meeting is scheduled for September 11t...

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Gift Card Pick Up

Posted on June 01, 2025 in: General News

Gift Card Pick Up
This Weekend - June 7th & 8th - after all Masses at St. Matthew Church Next Gift Card Sale:  August 16th & 17th Questions, email: giftcards@cath-comm.org  

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