Parish Events

Every year our parish, under the partonage of Saint Bernadette of Lourdes, commemorates the World Day of Prayer for the Sick with a non-denominational healing service.  Tuesday 11 February, 19:00, St Bernadette’s Parish. All are invited.  The evening begins with a torchlight procession. Together we will pray for all those in need of spiritual, physical or

Some of the memorable moments from the annual Parish Braai on Sunday 1 December. Thank you to all those who helped with the setup, the decor and finally the cleanup.

Saturday 30 November saw several ladies from the Parish getting together in the Parish Hall to make Advent Wreaths for their homes. Not only was it a fun morning of fellowship, but beautiful wreaths were created. Well done, ladies!

First Holy Communion for the children from the Parish and St Dominic’s Priory took place at the 8.30am Mass on Sunday 24 November. It was a beautiful occasion. Congratulations to the families of all the First Holy communicants!

All are warmly invited to join us for the following: Parish Braai  – Sunday 1 December in the Oratory Garden. See details here. Advent Oratory – Starts Tuesday 3 December in the church.  Christmas Masses Tuesday 24 December 18:00   Christmas Vigil Mass 22:30   Carols 23:00   Midnight Mass Confessions  17:00 – 18:00, 22:00  – 22:30 Wednesday

Summer is finally here and the end of term must be celebrated! Join us on Sunday 1 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

Only one week left to sponsor a Christmas food hamper 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

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.