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Church Offices Closed - Wednesday, November 11th
All Church offices will be closed on Wednesday, November 11th, for Veterans Day. If you need assistance, please call: St. Bernard Church—(860) 875-0753 Ext. 100 St. Matthew Church—(860) 872-0200 Ext. 300

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Soupfest 2026

Posted on November 01, 2026 in: General News

Soupfest 2026
Thursday, November 12th from 6:00 pm- 8:30 pm in the St. Bernard Church Hall. Please join us! Enjoy soups made by local restaurants and support our teacup raffle and silent auction. All proceeds from raffle ticket sales support Cornerstone’s mission of keeping people safe, fed, housed...

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Invite a Friend or Family Member to Mass Weekend - November 14th & 15th
In advance of this year’s Advent season and in preparation for our Catholics Returning Home 4-week program starting January 6, 2027, all Masses on November 14th & 15th will include a special message for anyone joining us who hasn’t been to Mass in some time. After each weeken...

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Advent Wreaths & Advent Wreath Pin Sale
Advent is a time of preparation that directs our hearts and minds to Christ’s second coming at the end of time and to the anniversary of Our Lord’s birth on Christmas. Advent wreaths remind us of the meaning of the four weeks of Advent: First Sunday (Violet): Focuses on hope and th...

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Knights of Columbus Council 6626 – Special Thanksgiving Food Drive - November 14th & 15th
The Knights of Columbus Council 6626 extends heartfelt thanks to all parishioners who generously supported our food drive on October 31 and November 1. Your food and monetary donations will help Cornerstone provide much-needed assistance to local families. We truly appreciate your kindness and gener...

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Winter Outwear Collection

Posted on October 28, 2026 in: General News

Winter Outwear Collection
Integrated Refugee and Immigrant Services (IRIS) is accepting new and gently used winter coats, boots, gloves, and scarves this fall. Also urgently needed are blankets, quilts, and comforters. Please help us keep refugees and immigrants warm this winter. You can bring your winter gear to either the ...

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Book of Remembrance

Posted on October 23, 2026 in: General News

Book of Remembrance
Our Parish Book of Remembrance, for those not included in this year’s list of the deceased, is available at both our churches. The books will be located: at St. Bernard, near the baptismal font at St. Matthew, near the tabernacle We will remember in prayer the names written in ...

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Frosty Village Christmas Bazaar

Posted on October 22, 2026 in: General News

Frosty Village Christmas Bazaar
Please join us at the Frosty Village Christmas Bazaar on Friday, November 20th, 5 pm to 8 pm & Saturday, November 21st, 9 am to 2 pm Featuring: Attic Treasures • Hand-Crafted Gifts • Jewelry • Famous Apple Pies & Baked Goods • Homemade Soups • Knit/Crochet Items &...

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Baby Bottles for Life - Return Weekend - October 24th & 25th
Return bottles filled with coins, currency, or a generous check. Whatever you give will make a difference. Please return bottles to the basket: At St. Bernard, by the elevator or by the center entranceway At St. Matthew, in the center vestibule If you forgot to bring your bottle back...

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Youth Group Upcoming Events

Posted on October 17, 2026 in: General News

Youth Group Upcoming Events
Scripture & Screen Join us Thursdays, 6:30-7:30 pm through November 19th at St. Bernard Parish Center, Rm 300 The Youth Group is coming to your classrooms November 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Wreath Decorating December 4th from 5-8 pm in the St. Bernard Church Hall Parents' Night Out...

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Blessed Sacrament Parish 2025-2026 Fiscal Report is Available
Click here to view the 2025-2026 Fiscal Year Blessed Sacrament Financial Report Canon Law requires every Catholic parish to have a finance council.  The Blessed Sacrament Parish Finance Council assists the Pastor in preparing annual budgets, recommends major expenditures, monitors paris...

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Blessed Sacrament Parish Gift Card Sale
October 31st & November 1st After All Masses at St. Matthew Church Pick-up: November 7th & 8th Visit www.raiseright.com/brands to see all available gift cards. Proceeds help support our parish Haiti Mission. Questions? Email: giftcards@bsp.church

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Faith Formation is looking for Rosary beads
We are looking for new or gently used rosary beads for our classrooms. If you have any to donate, drop them off at the St. Bernard or St. Matthew office.

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Check Out Our Volunteer Opportunities!
Right to Life Representative Our parish is seeking a Right to Life Representative to promote the Church’s teachings on the dignity and holiness of every human life. In the past, our representative organized the Baby Bottle Drive, a day of prayer for life, and acted as a liaison between t...

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Volunteer Grant Writer Needed

Posted on September 17, 2026 in: General News

Volunteer Grant Writer Needed
Blessed Sacrament Parish is looking for a skilled Grant Writer to help fund some of our upcoming parish ministry activities and building projects. If you have experience in writing proposals, researching foundations, or telling compelling stories through writing, we would love your help. This role r...

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Right to Life Representative Needed

Posted on September 16, 2026 in: General News

Right to Life Representative Needed
Our parish is seeking a Right to Life Representative to help promote the Church’s teachings on the dignity and holiness of every human life. In the past, our representative organized the Baby Bottle Drive, a day of prayer for life, and acted as a liaison between the Diocese and our parish. Ple...

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Support Blessed Sacrament Parish by Donating Online
To sign up for a one time or recurring donation online through our website, click here To text to give, text the word “give” to 860-300-3737. You will be sent a link to our online giving portal where you can complete your donation. Our Online Giving portal is supported by ParishSO...

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Why Choose St. Bernard Cemetery?
St. Bernard Cemetery provides a quiet and prayerful setting for families of Blessed Sacrament Parish and our surrounding communities who wish to remain connected to the Catholic faith community that they cherish. We invite you to consider a preneed cemetery plot or columbarium niche for traditional ...

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Are You Over 70 ½ and want to lower your taxes?
If you are over 70½ and receiving money from an IRA, you can reduce your taxable income by making your donations to Blessed Sacrament Parish directly from your IRA. Please consult your IRA investment company or tax advisor for more information.  

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Mattie’s Togs Thrift Shop

Posted on April 29, 2026 in: General News

Mattie’s Togs Thrift Shop
Located on the Dunn Hill side of St. Matthew Church, Tolland Open Saturdays 9am-1pm Spring has arrived and we have received Spring and Summer donations galore especially for little girls. We continue to have the $5 Bag Sale. You can find both Summer and Winter clothing all year round. Quest...

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Phishing Alert

Posted on December 10, 2025 in: General News

Phishing Alert
We have been alerted to phishing scams with emails appearing to be sent from Fr. Rick or other clergy/staff at Blessed Sacrament Parish. Phishing is the fraudulent practice of sending emails purporting to be from reputable companies or persons to induce individuals to reveal personal information, su...

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Blessed Sacrament Catholic Parish Prayer Network
To request prayers or join the Prayer Network, email: prayer@cath-comm.org or call the parish office at (860) 875-0753 Ext 1.  

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Our Bulletin is Available Online
You can view our bulletin on our website (click here). Or you can sign up to have our publisher email our bulletin to you. To sign up: Click here to go to our parishes section on our bulletin publisher’s website Click on the Subscribe button (in the Recent Publications section) Enter...

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Reflections on the Sunday Readings
Deacon Ron shares his reflections on the weekly Sunday readings, which are posted on our website under the Spirituality section (Personal Prayer/Praying at Home) Click here to go to our website  

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