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 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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As Thanksgiving approaches, we are holding another special food drive to benefit Cornerstone and help local families in need. Dates: Saturday, November 14, and Sunday, November 15, 2026 Location: St. Matthew's Church When: After all Masses Most Needed Items: Frozen turkeys St...

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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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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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Friday, November 20th from 5 pm– 8 pm  Saturday, November 21st from 9 am– 2 pm In the St. Matthew Church Hall Featuring: Attic Treasures • Hand-Crafted Gifts • Jewelry • Famous Apple Pies & Baked Goods • Homemade Soups • Knit/C...

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Thursday, November 26th at 9:00 am at St. Bernard Church Parishioners are invited to bring nonperishable food items with them to church. The food will be blessed during Mass, and volunteers will deliver the food to Cornerstone after Mass. Your generosity will make a difference in the...

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November 28th & 29th after All Masses in the St. Matthew & St. Bernard Church Halls Please stop by for some refreshments and conversation while you are viewing the many spiritual materials offered for sale.  This is a wonderful opportunity to purchase holiday gifts of meani...

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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, speaking, and listening to him. Our next Adorations are scheduled for: First Friday—Nov...

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Friday, November 6th & Saturday, November 7th, from 9 am – 2 pm both days in the St. Bernard Church Hall Great deals on pre-loved and gently used holiday decorations, toys, housewares, jewelry, books, religious items, fine glassware, and china. Plus new crafts, delicious ba...

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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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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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