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Blessing of the Animals

Posted on September 30, 2025 in: General News

Blessing of the Animals
Saturday, October 4th at 10:00am St. Bernard Church & St. Matthew Church You are invited to bring your pets for this special blessing in honor of St. Francis of Assisi (feast day October 4th) patron saint of animals. All are welcome to join us!  

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Bereavement Support Group

Posted on September 29, 2025 in: General News

Bereavement Support Group
Tuesday Mornings October 7th - December 9th from 10:15am to 11:45am in the St. Bernard Parish Center (No meeting November 25th) Deadline to Register:  October 5th Living through grief is not easy but it does not have to be done alone.  Blessed Sacrament Parish will offer...

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BSP Faith Formation Program is Seeking Donations of Gently Used Rosaries
Rosaries may be brought to the Faith Formation Office, or placed in the drop boxes located at either: * St. Bernard Campus:  In the red plastic bin in the vestibule of the parish office. The vestibule is open between the hours of 8:30am and 3:00pm. * St. Matthew Campus:  In...

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Ministry Meetings & Events

Posted on September 24, 2025 in: General News

Ministry Meetings & Events
Blessed Sacrament Parish Gift Card Sale October 4th & 5th after all Masses at St. Matthew Church Pick up: October 11th & 12th Visit www.raiseright.com/brands to see all the gift cards available for purchase. Proceeds help support our parish Haiti Mission. Questions, ema...

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Faith Formation Classes Begin this Week - September 28th, 29th, & 30th
Please arrive at your child’s class time and location for your Parent & Student Orientation. The children will be attending a Safe Environment lesson for this first class. This first session is for ALL students, including Home Study. The Home Study materials will be distributed at this ...

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Third Friday Adoration - September

Posted on September 17, 2025 in: General News

Third Friday Adoration - September
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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Support our Rosary Garden Project

Posted on September 16, 2025 in: General News

Support our Rosary Garden Project
Grant Syphers, from Troop 15 out of Tolland, will be building a Rosary Garden outside of St. Matthew Church as he looks to create a meaningful display for his Eagle Scout project. Grant is looking for your support and will be outside St. Matthew Church this weekend, September 20/21. He will be ha...

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New Youth Group starting in October! Grades 7-12
Activities will be planed by a youth leadership team. Want to learn more or get involved, email: youth@cath-comm.org  

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Creating a culture of vocations

Posted on September 11, 2025 in: General News

Creating a culture of vocations
DID YOU KNOW...we all have a vocation? The way we live our life is our vocation - Marriage; Priesthood; Religious Life; or the Generous Single Life! God calls you to live in your vocation to contribute to the Body of Christ. Join Bishop Reidy at St. Joseph Church in Willimantic on Friday, Septemb...

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Diocese of Norwich Silver and Golden Wedding Anniversary Mass
Sunday, October 19th at 2:00pm The Cathedral of St. Patrick, Norwich Registration deadline:  Thursday, September 25th This is a firm date, please register early. All couples married 25 & 50 years or celebrating any significant anniversary year are invited to attend the 2025...

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Blessed Sacrament Parish Community Kitchen Ministry—Team Opening
Team 3: St. Louis - works the 3rd Monday of each month –1 member needed Our teams work at the Cornerstone Community Kitchen located around the corner from St. Bernard. Hours are 4:15pm - 6:00pm. Duties include setting up the serving line, serving the food, wiping the tables/chairs, and swee...

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Fall Retreat: Hope Does Not Disappoint - Registration Closed
Saturday, September 20, 2025 at St. Matthew Church—Tolland, CT from 9am to 3pm Our theme:  HOPE DOES NOT DISAPPOINT Co-hosted by Blessed Sacrament Parish & St. Edward Parish Retreat Presenter: Sr. Lany Jo Smith, ASCJ Retreat begins with Mass at 9am in the ...

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Ministry Meetings & Events

Posted on September 06, 2025 in: General News

Ministry Meetings & Events
Gift Card Pick-up This Weekend—September 13th & 14th after all Masses at St. Matthew Church Next Sale:  October 4th & 5th Visit www.raiseright.com/brands to see all the gift cards available for purchase. Proceeds help support our parish Haiti Mission. Questions, e...

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Mattie’s Togs Thrift Shop is Looking for Volunteers
If you are able to cover an occasional Saturday from 9am-1pm at our shop, please call Billie at 860-871-0260 for more information. We have been serving the public for over 16 years and would like to continue to do so. Mattie's Togs is located on the Dunn Hill side of St. Matthew Churc...

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First Friday Adoration - September

Posted on September 03, 2025 in: General News

First Friday Adoration - September
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: First Fri...

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Pilgrimage with Bishop Reidy to the North American Martyrs Shrine
Join Bishop Richard Reidy and fellow pilgrims for a one-day journey to the North American Martyrs Shrine in Fultonville, NY on Thursday, October 16, 2025. This special trip will include Mass celebrated with Bishop Reidy, time to explore the Shrine, Museum, and Gift Shop, and fell...

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Altar Server Training (For New Altar Servers)
Calling all girls and boys who have already received their First Communion—you are invited to become an altar server! Training will take place on the following 3 Saturdays and we ask that you attend all three: September 6th at 8:30am at St. Matthew Church September 13th at 8:30am at...

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