Parish Events

Joseph Vaz (1651-1771) joined the Oratory in Goa but later undertook missionary work in Ceylon (now Sri Lanka) during the Dutch occupation in a complex situation in which Catholics were a persecuted minority. Joseph, who died in 1711, was accorded the title “Apostle of Ceylon ”for the effectiveness of his ministry. In his homily at […]

On Friday 28 November families from the Parish got together in the Parish Hall to make Advent Wreaths for their homes. It was a time of fellowship and fun, and beautiful wreaths were created. Well done to everyone involved!

  Wednesday 24 December 18:00   Christmas Vigil Mass 22:30   Carols 23:00   Midnight Mass Confessions  17:00 – 18:00, 22:00  – 22:30   Thursday 25 December 07:00   Dawn Mass 08:30   Mass of the Day 10:00   Mass of the Day (EF) Confessions   06:30, 08:10, 09:30

Summer is finally here and the end of term must be celebrated! Join us on Sunday 7 December in the Parish Hall, as we kick back and enjoy an afternoon of family fun and fellowship. We supply the tent, tables, wood, braai stands and a jumping castle. You bring your meat and drinks and whatever salads

Every year, the Society of St Vincent de Paul at St Bernadette’s organises a Christmas collection for the families of our Walmer outreach project. In 2022, given the rising cost of food, we made the difficult decision to prioritise groceries over traditional Christmas gifts. We therefore once again appeal to you to help us make Christmas

From Friday 24 October until Sunday 26 October, our parish observed a Forty Hours Devotion, a beautiful and solemn time of prayer in which the Blessed Sacrament is continuously exposed on the altar. From the opening Mass on Friday evening, until the closing Benediction at 17:30 on Sunday, parishioners were invited to attend either the

On Saturday 4 October parishioners, friends and their pets enjoyed the outdoors and participated in the fun walk and St Francis of Assisi pet blessing! Thank you to everyone who donated dog and cat food in support of the Animal Welfare Society. 

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 24 October until Sunday 26 October. During this time, the Blessed Sacrament will be continuously and solemnly exposed upon the altar. Scheduled devotions such as

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 4 October 2025 St Bernadette’s Catholic Church, Corner of 8th Avenue & Fordyce Road, Walmer. 08:45 – 3km

The Eucharist – Source and Summit of Christian Life Session Notes Session One: Covenant View Session Two: Patristic View Session Three: Theological View Following on from our course Adam to Jesus: Covenant Bible Study, this season we turn to the mystery at the very heart of our faith: the Holy Eucharist. Through Scripture, the Apostolic