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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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Prayer Service for Fr. White

Posted on June 29, 2025 in: General News

Prayer Service for Fr. White
Monday, July 14th at 6:00pm at 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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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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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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Blessed Sacrament Parish Bible Study 2025 - Registration Closes July 21st
Follow Me: Meeting Jesus In The Gospel Of John Join Us & Click here to register Today! Registration Deadline:  July 21st Location:  Classes will be held in the Blessed Sacrament Parish Center (St. Bernard Campus) Date & Times:  Monday 8:45-10:15am or...

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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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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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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 - 2 members needed Our teams work at the Cornerstone Community Kitchen located around the corner from S...

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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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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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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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Mattie’s Togs Thrift Shop

Posted on February 13, 2025 in: General News

Mattie’s Togs Thrift Shop
Located on the Dunn Hill side of St. Matthew Church, Tolland We always welcome clean, gently used boys and girls Summer and Winter clothing Infant to Size 12. Donations to be left on Saturday mornings between 9-1 at Mattie's Togs. Thanking you in advance. Any questions call Billie at 86...

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Baptism Preparation Classes - 2025
Classes for registered parents who wish to have their child(ren) baptized are scheduled on the following Wednesdays at 7:00pm: January 8  February 19  March 12  April 9  May 14  June 11  July - No Class August 13  September 10  ...

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Request Your Mass Intention Online

Posted on November 08, 2024 in: General News

Request Your Mass Intention Online
Now Available on our Website We are pleased to announce that parishioners can now request a Mass intention or Sanctuary Lamp intention (Memorial) for a loved one, living or deceased, online. Cilck here to request a Mass or Sanctuary Lamp intention If you need assistance, please contact Cher...

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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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Online Giving & Text Giving

Posted on July 04, 2024 in: General News

Online Giving & Text Giving
Support Blessed Sacrament Parish by donating online or by Text 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. To sign up for a one time or recurring donation online through our websi...

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