Parish Events

Parishioners and their pets made the most of last Saturday’s beautiful weather to participate in the fun walk and St Francis of Assisi pet blessing! Thank you to those who donated dog and cat food in support of the Animal Welfare Society.  Cynthia (from the AWS) shared with us about the work that they do […]

The Port Elizabeth Oratory of St Bernadette’s Parish invites you to participate in the annual Forty Hours Devotion which takes place at our church in 8th Avenue, Walmer, from Friday 25 October until Sunday 27 October. During this time, the Blessed Sacrament will be continuously and solemnly exposed upon the altar. Scheduled devotions such as the rosary

On Wednesday 4 September, candidates from St Bernadette’s Parish and St Dominic’s Priory School received the Sacrament of Confirmation, with the beautiful accompanyment of the Priory choir.  Congratulations to all on your reception into the Church.

Move your paws for a cause! Attend a pet blessing in honour of St Francis of Assisi and enjoy a fun 3km walk through Walmer. It’s a fantastic way to help our furry friends in need. Saturday 5 October 2024 St Bernadette’s Catholic Church, Corner of 8th Avenue & Fordyce Road, Walmer. 08:45 – 3km

Our Trivia evening has been rescheduled! Please join us on 25 September. Get your team together, pack a picnic dinner and join us in the hall for an evening of fun. Enter as a family, home-group or sodality, or book an individual ticket and we’ll add you to a team. It’s a great way to make new

Turn bargains into blessings with our new fundraising project Have you got unused items lying around? Would you like to support our maintenance fund? Sell your items via our new Whatsapp Group and donate the proceeds to St B’s. In an effort to raise funds for ongoing maintenance costs, we are trial-running a Buy-and-Sell WhatsApp group

“Garland for Our Lady”  –  Wednesday 14 August 2023 at 17:30 in the church In preparation for the Solemnity of the Assumption this Musical Meditation reflects on the dignity of our Blessed Mother. Sung by a choir, this Oratory features music and hymns from the great Catholic choral tradition. Please join us on Wednesday 14 August  for a bouquet of Marian music,

Did you know that the Oratory is solely responsible for the cost of educating its new priests? For this reason, the Friends of the Oratory were established to help raise funds. For just R240 a year, you can support Br Simon, our current student for the priesthood, and stand a chance of winning monthly cash prizes. Subscriptions run

On Thursday 11 July, the Newman Society hosted an evening in the parish hall. The guest speaker, Dr Chris Wojtulewicz, Dean of Philosophy at St Mary’s College, delivered a thought-provoking talk entitled “St John Newman Henry on Practical Christian Living”. The evening concluded with lovely eats and a social. 

July is the month of the Precious Blood of Jesus, which we at St Bernadette’s honour with a blood drive. In support of the SANBS, we invite other parishes in Port Elizabeth to do the same.   How to show your support? 1 – Visit any SANBS Blood Donation Centre this month 2 – Photograph yourself