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Blessed Sacrament Parish Job Opportunity - Faith Formation Secretary

Posted on October 30, 2025 in: General News

Blessed Sacrament Parish Job Opportunity - Faith Formation Secretary
We are accepting applications for the position of Faith Formation Secretary. This is a part-time position offering up to 20 hours per week, Monday through Friday from 10:00am to 2:00pm. Please note: this position does not include benefits. We are seeking a detail-oriented and welcoming individual...

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All Saints Day Mass - Saturday, November 1st

Posted on October 29, 2025 in: General News

All Saints Day Mass - Saturday, November 1st
Although there is not a requirement to attend Mass for All Saints Day because it falls on a Saturday, our community will celebrate an All Saints Day Mass at 8:00am at St. Bernard Church  

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Ministry Meetings & Events

Posted on October 29, 2025 in: General News

Ministry Meetings & Events
Gift Card Pick-up This Weekend—November 8th & 9th after all Masses at St. Matthew Church Next Gift Card Sale:  November 29th & 30th Questions:  debbie.secondo@cath-comm.org   Justice & Peace Ministry Annual Winter Outerwear Collection October 2...

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Justice & Peace Ministry Annual Winter Outerwear Collection

Posted on October 28, 2025 in: General News

Justice & Peace Ministry Annual Winter Outerwear Collection
October 25th—November 11th Recently, Pope Leo XIV shared his views concerning migrants and refugees as “witnesses of hope” and in his apostolic exhortation, “Dilexi Te”, he urges Catholics to counter indifference and discrimination with “gestures of closeness a...

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Mass of Remembrance & Book of Remembrance

Posted on October 26, 2025 in: General News

Mass of Remembrance & Book of Remembrance
The Blessed Sacrament Parish Mass of Remembrance will be held: Sunday, November 2nd at 3:00pm at St. Bernard Church At this Mass, we remember the faithful departed of our parish who have passed away since last October. All are welcome to attend this beautiful candlelit Mass.   ...

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Blessed Sacrament Parish 2024-2025 Fiscal Report is Available

Posted on October 22, 2025 in: General News

Blessed Sacrament Parish 2024-2025 Fiscal Report is Available
Click here to view the 2024-2025 Fiscal Year Blessed Sacrament Financial Report Every Catholic Parish is required by Canon Law to have a finance council.  The St. Bernard Finance Council assists the Pastor in the preparation of annual budgets, recommends major expenditures, monitors the pari...

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Please Return Your Baby Bottles This Weekend - October 25/26

Posted on October 20, 2025 in: General News

Please Return Your Baby Bottles This Weekend - October 25/26
We will have baskets labeled for the filled bottles located: At St. Bernard, by the statues of the Holy Family (to the right of the altar) At St. Matthew, in the center vestibule Fill a bottle, save a life! LIFE…the most precious gift of all. And now you have the opportunity t...

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Tommy Glinski, Jr.’s 10th Annual SOCKTOBER Drive! Share a pair to show you care!

Posted on October 16, 2025 in: General News

Tommy Glinski, Jr.’s 10th Annual SOCKTOBER Drive! Share a pair to show you care!
We would like to help by collecting NEW socks and undergarments of any size to be distributed to local shelters, clothing banks and outreach programs. Looking for:  long/warm socks, underwear, long-sleeved t-shirts, long johns, thermals, anything that you could use during winter could also b...

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Bulletin Submission Deadlines

Posted on October 15, 2025 in: General News

Bulletin Submission Deadlines
Due to our publisher’s holiday printing schedule, our bulletin will need to be uploaded to our publisher earlier than normal starting with the November 22/23 bulletin through the end of the year. Please see the table below for the deadlines for bulletin submissions. It is always better to g...

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Third Friday Adoration - October 17th

Posted on October 14, 2025 in: General News

Third Friday Adoration - October 17th
We gather on the 1st & 3rd 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 Fri...

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Drive Through Blessing of Cars - Sunday, October 19th

Posted on October 13, 2025 in: General News

Drive Through Blessing of Cars - Sunday, October 19th
2:00pm—3:00pm at St. Bernard Church & St. Matthew Church We want to keep you safe as you navigate our roadways! Clergy will be at both of our Churches. Simply drive up to the priest or deacon and we’ll bless your car, truck, motorcycle, van, or tricycle.  

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Youth Group Meeting - Sunday, October 19th

Posted on October 12, 2025 in: General News

Youth Group Meeting - Sunday, October 19th
For Grades 7 - 12 Our 1st Event - Day of the Dead Sunday, October 19th from 6-8pm in the St. Bernard Parish Center Please join us for a night of competition games, friends, and food, while we learn about All Souls and All Saints Day! Feel free to bring a friend with you from other chur...

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Vote for our Scarecrow

Posted on October 11, 2025 in: General News

Vote for our Scarecrow
Our Young Adult Ministry has once again entered the Annual Tolland Green Scarecrow Contest. Our scarecrow, along with all the others, will be displayed on the Tolland Green through the month of October. Click here to vote for our parish’s scarecrow—#37 Blessed Sacrament Parish ~ Hiker...

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Where are YOU on Your Journey? It's Not Too Late To Join!

Posted on October 09, 2025 in: General News

Where are YOU on Your Journey? It's Not Too Late To Join!
The Order of Christian Initiation for Adults (OCIA) is a year-long process of prayer, learning, and reflection designed for those seeking to become Catholic, those seeking the sacrament of Confirmation, and for those simply exploring the Catholic faith. It is open to all adults ages 18+. We meet ...

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Silver Rose Event

Posted on October 08, 2025 in: General News

Silver Rose Event
Saturday, October 11th at 10:00am at St. Matthew Church The Knights of Columbus will sponsor a prayer service in honor of Our Lady of Guadalupe, who is the patroness of the Americas, the Knights of Columbus, and the Sanctity of Life. A Silver Rose symbolizes things like tranquility, a sen...

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Help Us Make Our Christmas Bazaars a Success!

Posted on October 08, 2025 in: General News

Help Us Make Our Christmas Bazaars a Success!
St. Bernard Women’s Guild Christmas Bazaar Item Drop-off Please donate items to be sold at the 2025 Christmas Bazaar! Items Needed:  small housewares, Christmas holiday decorations & small artificial trees, books, jigsaw puzzles, CDs, DVDs, jewelry, fine china, crystal, cer...

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Baby Bottle Drive

Posted on October 07, 2025 in: General News

Baby Bottle Drive
Fill a bottle, save a life! Life…the most precious gift of all. And now you have the opportunity to make a difference in the life of an unborn child. For the next few weeks you can use these bottles to show friends, family and even strangers that you support life.  Take it to work ...

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Children's Liturgy

Posted on October 06, 2025 in: General News

Children's Liturgy
At St. Bernard 10am Mass We will begin to offer Children's Liturgy on the 2nd Sunday of the month. Our first Mass will be this weekend, October 12th when we will learn about how Jesus invites us to his special celebration every Sunday. If you have questions, please reach out to Phoebe at...

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Church Offices Closed - Monday, October 13th

Posted on October 05, 2025 in: General News

Church Offices Closed - Monday, October 13th
All Church offices will be closed on Monday, October 13th for the Columbus Day Holiday. If you need assistance, please leave a message at St. Bernard Church—(860) 875-0753 Ext. 1 St. Matthew Church—(860) 872-0200 Ext. 2  

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40 Days-For-Life Prayer Vigil And First Friday Adoration

Posted on October 01, 2025 in: General News

40 Days-For-Life Prayer Vigil And First Friday Adoration
40 Days-For-Life  This year, the 40 Days for Life Campaign runs from Wednesday, September 24th through Sunday, November 2nd. Blessed Sacrament Parish’s “Adopted Prayer Day” — Friday, October 3rd — with First Friday Adoration  We will hold ou...

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