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Blessed Sacrament Parish Mass of Remembrance
Sunday, November 1st at 3:00pm at St. Matthew 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. We will also livestream the Mass on our website.

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Mass Schedule Change - Monday, November 2nd
Our community will celebrate a special Mass on Monday, November 2nd at 12:00 pm in the St. Bernard Cemetery Memorial Garden 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 event of incleme...

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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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St. Bernard Women's Guild Raffle Tickets
Please return the St. Bernard Women's Guild raffle tickets — sold or unsold — in the collection baskets this weekend (October 31/November 1), by mail in the provided envelope, or in person during the bazaar on November 6 & 7 in the Church Hall. We will not accept raffle tickets a...

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St. Peter Claver Tuesday Morning Mass Food Collection - October 27th
This month, Cornerstone has requested: any kind of canned soup spaghetti sauce, canned or in plastic jars Please avoid family sizes for all items, as they don’t fit in the bags given to the clients.

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Join the St. Bernard Women's Guild for a fun rosette-making session to help support their annual Christmas Bazaar!
October 31st - 8 am- 12 pm in the St. Bernard Church Hall The sweet, crispy rosettes sold at the Christmas Bazaar are a favorite—and the St. Bernard Women's Guild needs additional volunteers to help prepare them. Coffee, snacks, and a pizza lunch are available for volunteers. If you ...

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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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Third Friday Adoration - October

Posted on October 14, 2026 in: General News

Third Friday Adoration - October
All parishioners are invited to join us as we adore our Lord Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament! This is a great opportunity for peaceful reflection, personal prayer, or relaxing in Jesus’ presence as you speak to and listen to him. Our next Adorations are scheduled for: Third Friday&mdas...

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St. Bernard Women’s Guild Christmas Bazaar Donation Drop-off
October 17th from 3:00 pm– 6:00 pm & October 18th from 7:30 am – 1:00 pm in the St. Bernard Church Hall Please donate items to be sold at the 2026 St. Bernard Women's Guild Christmas Bazaar! Needed items: toys, small housewares, Christmas holiday decorations ...

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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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Drive-Through Blessing of Cars

Posted on October 12, 2026 in: General News

Drive-Through Blessing of Cars
Sunday, October 18th, 2:00 pm — 3:00 pm St. Bernard Church & St. Matthew Church Drive up to the priest or deacon for a blessing of your car, truck, motorcycle, van, or tricycle - we want to keep you safe as you navigate our roadways!

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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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Bereavement Support Group

Posted on October 11, 2026 in: General News

Bereavement Support Group
Tuesdays, October 20th - December 15th 10:15 am - 11:45 am St. Bernard Parish Ctr, Rm 305 Registration Deadline: Sunday, October 18th Living through grief is not easy, but it does not have to be done alone. Blessed Sacrament Parish will offer a 9-week support program called “N...

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Frosty Village Christmas Bazaar is looking for Raffle Items, Attic Treasures, and Handmade Knit/Crochet Items
We are looking for raffle items New items or gift cards with a retail value of $15-100. Examples: handmade blankets, board games, toys, home décor, crafts, or restaurant gift cards. Contact debbie.secondo@bsp.church by October 25th to let us know what you'd like to donate. You can dro...

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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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The Cornerstone's Annual Raffle is Underway
The raffle features Visa Gift Card prizes up to $500. The drawing will be held at Soupfest (see details below). Raffle tickets are $20 each and can be purchased after all Masses: at St. Matthew Church on October 17th and 18th at St. Bernard Church on October 24th and 25th All proceeds f...

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Baby Bottles for Life

Posted on October 06, 2026 in: General News

Baby Bottles for Life
Fill a Bottle, Save a Life! Life is the most precious gift of all. And now you have the opportunity to make a difference in the life of an unborn child. Pick up a baby bottle starting this weekend - October 10th & 11th to show friends, family, and even strangers that you support life. Take...

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Offices Closed for Columbus Day

Posted on October 06, 2026 in: General News

Offices Closed for Columbus Day
All Church offices will be closed on Monday, October 12th, for Columbus 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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