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Entries for August 2025

Letters for College Students from Fr. Rick
Dear Parents, As the new school year begins and our college-aged youth head off to their universities and schools we begin our vigil of prayers asking God to watch over them, keep them safe, and help them have a wonderful experience.  Along with my prayers, I also would like to send a note t...

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Sunday Coffee, Donuts, & Fellowship Returns
Coffee & Donuts returns at both Churches this Sunday, September 7th. We hope to see you there!

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Church Office Closed - Labor Day

Posted on August 27, 2025 in: General News

Church Office Closed - Labor Day
All Church offices will be closed Monday, September 1st in observance of Labor 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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Blessed Sacrament Parish Gift Card Sale
September 6th & 7th after all Masses at St. Matthew Church Pick up: September 13th & 14th Visit www.raiseright.com/brands to see all the gift cards available for purchase. Proceeds help support our parish Haiti Mission. Questions, email: giftcards@cath-comm.org  

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St. Bernard Women’s Guild Meeting
Tuesday, September 9th at 6:00 pm in the St. Bernard Church Hall Welcome new and current members! Enjoy a pizza and salad dinner & get involved in the 2025 Bazaar! For more info: email Pat at St.BernardWomen’sGuild@cath-comm.org  

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Knights of Columbus Fall Mums Sales
September 13th & 14th after all Masses  St. Bernard Church & St. Matthew Church St Bernard Council 4122 proceeds to benefit - 'Coats for Kids' St Matthew Council 6266 proceeds to benefit - 'Daughters of Wisdom – Malawi' Questions, call Jeff Bac...

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Gift Card Pick Up

Posted on August 15, 2025 in: General News

Gift Card Pick Up
This Weekend—August 23rd & 24th After 8am & 10am Masses at St. Bernard Church & After All Masses at St. Matthew Church Next Sale:  September 6th & 7th Questions, email: giftcards@cath-comm.org  

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Diocese of Norwich Employment Opportunities
The Diocese of Norwich is seeking candidates to fill the following positions: Diocesan Finance Officer Full-time Finance Officer to assist the Bishop in the administration of the material goods of the Diocese. This position plays a key leadership role in overseeing the financial well-being of ...

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Holy Day of Obligation - Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Friday, August 15th Our parish will celebrate Mass: St. Bernard Church at 8:00am St. Matthew Church at 7:00pm There will NOT be 9:00am Mass at St. Matthew Church  

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Third Friday Adoration - August

Posted on August 13, 2025 in: General News

Third Friday Adoration - August
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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Back to School Supply & Gift Card Drive
Blessed Sacrament Parish, through the St. Bernard Women’s Guild and the Justice & Peace Committee, is working with local social workers and organizations to provide school supplies and gift cards for children in need in our area. If you would like to donate gift cards: Please place t...

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UPDATE - Youth Bowling with the Bishop
5:30–7:30 PM session is SOLD OUT! We’re excited to offer a second session: WHEN: Tuesday, August 19, 2025, 7:30–9:30 PM WHERE: Norwich Bowling & Entertainment Center Middle and High School Youth (Grades 6–12) from across the Diocese are invited to jo...

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Diocesan Missionary Cooperative Appeal Weekend
At St. Bernard Church—August 9th & 10th At St. Matthew Church—August 16th & 17th The second collection, at the respective Church on these weekends, will be dedicated to our twin parish and Outreach to Haiti. Funds support the families in the poverty-stricken area of Christ ...

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Blessed Sacrament Parish Gift Card Sale
August 16th & 17th After 8am & 10am Masses at St. Bernard Church & After All Masses at St. Matthew Church Pick up: August 23rd & 24th Visit www.raiseright.com/brands to see all the gift cards available for purchase. Proceeds help support our parish Haiti Mission. Question...

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