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Youth Summer Sacrament Program

Posted on June 13, 2025 in: General News

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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Third Friday Adoration - June

Posted on June 11, 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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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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Independence Day Mass

Posted on June 10, 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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July in the Sky Fireworks- Come Watch with Us!

Posted on June 09, 2025 in: General News

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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Blessed Sacrament Parish Bible Study 2025 - Registration is Open!

Posted on June 08, 2025 in: General News

Blessed Sacrament Parish Bible Study 2025 - Registration is Open!
Follow Me: Meeting Jesus In The Gospel Of John What does your relationship with Christ look like? Do you see Jesus as simply a great teacher? A prophet? A man of great wisdom? Or do you see him as more? Jesus calls us to be more than simply believers-he calls us to be his disciple and friend...

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Early Bulletin Submission Deadline for July 5/6 Bulletin

Posted on June 07, 2025 in: General News

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!

Posted on June 06, 2025 in: General News

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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Vacation Bible School - Register Today!

Posted on June 05, 2025 in: General News

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!

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Faith Formation News

Posted on May 30, 2025 in: General News

Faith Formation News
Faith Formation will have a summer program for kids in grades 2-12 who would like to complete sacraments they have missed. Dates and times will be decided based on the interest. Please email your child’s name, age/grade, and sacraments meant to be completed to Phoebe or Bridget (see below...

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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

Posted on May 22, 2025 in: General News

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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New Confession Time Available Starting April 24th

Posted on April 14, 2025 in: General News

New Confession Time Available Starting April 24th
Starting Thursday, April 24th we will be adding a new Confession time: Thursdays     6:00pm - 7:00pm at St. Bernard Church   We will continue to have Confession available on Saturdays:     2:30pm - 3:45pm at St. Bernard Church    ...

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The New Columbarium has Arrived!

Posted on April 04, 2025 in: General News

The New Columbarium has Arrived!
The 2nd columbarium has been installed next to the altar in St. Bernard Cemetery, which serves all Catholics in the deanery. Feel free to visit our cemetery to see how the new section is developing. If you would like to more information or would like to purchase a niche please contact Susan Oster...

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St. Bernard Vigil Mass Will Be At 4:00pm Year-Round

Posted on February 28, 2025 in: General News

St. Bernard Vigil Mass Will Be At 4:00pm Year-Round
Based on a recent parishioner survey, the St. Bernard Vigil Mass will stay at 4:00pm year-round. Existing intentions for the St. Bernard Vigil Mass will automatically be moved to the new Mass time. Please Note:  The St. Matthew Vigil Mass will remain at 5:00pm year-round. The choices...

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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

Posted on January 02, 2025 in: General News

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

Posted on July 25, 2024 in: General News

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

Posted on July 19, 2024 in: General News

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

Posted on July 05, 2024 in: General News

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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Would you like to be a gift bearer at Mass?

Posted on April 18, 2024 in: General News

Would you like to be a gift bearer at Mass?
If you would, before Mass begins, please let the ushers know and they will give you instructions.

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Children's Missalettes Available

Posted on August 10, 2023 in: General News

Children's Missalettes Available
A parishioner has donated copies of the booklet "The Mass for Children" to our parish for use in the pews during Mass. Please feel free to use a copy for your child to look at during Mass, and kindly return the book before leaving Church. We hope our parish children can enjoy followi...

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