Parish Events

In preparation for the Solemnity of our Holy Father St Philip, the solemn annual Novena begins in our church this Saturday 17 May. On weekday evenings (starting Monday 19th) from 17:30 to 18:00 we will meet for prayers and chant in honour of our Saint, including a stimulating meditation on an aspect of St Philip’s

Holy Week begins with Palm Sunday and culminates in the joyous Easter celebration. Our parish commemorated Palm Sunday with the traditional blessing in the hall before morning Mass, followed by a procession into the church. The Triduum, which encompasses Maundy Thursday, Good Friday and the Easter Vigil, was a solemn and beautiful time of devotion.

Join us in St Bernadette’s parish church on Monday (28 April) morning at 08:30 as we celebrate the solemnity of our patroness, St Bernadette Soubirous, transferred from 16 April. There will also be an Extraordinary Form (Latin) Mass at 10:00 on Monday.  To read a little more about our patroness, click here.

Adam to Jesus: A Covenant Journey Session Notes Session One: Adam Session Two: Noah Session Three: Abraham Session Four: Moses Session Five: David Session Six: New Covenant Session Seven: Summary What is the story of the Bible really about? How do the Old and New Testaments connect? Join us as we explore the history of

Every year, the Society of St Vincent de Paul at St Bernadette’s organises a Lenten collection for the families of our Walmer outreach project. We therefore once again appeal to you to help us with this collection by donating some of the items on this list or by making a monetary donation towards the purchase

The Port Elizabeth Oratory Parish of St Bernadette presents MUSICAL ORATORY STATIONS OF THE CROSS A solemn musical journey Join us in St Bernadette’s parish church on Friday 11 April at 17:30 This annual service is a reflection on the moments during the Passion and Death of our Lord. Choral pieces from composers such as

Lent SHROVE TUESDAY 07:00 – 08:30 Confession 09:00 – 10:00 Confession ____________________ ASH WEDNESDAY Masses at 06:30, 08:30, 13:10 (EF), 17:30 There is a collection at all Masses on Ash Wednesday for the Oratory EFTs for this collection can be made to the parish account using the reference: Name + ASH WEDNESDAY ____________________ LENTEN ORATORY

Bring your family and friends and join us on Tuesday 4 March for our pancake dinner. 6pm in St Bernadette’s Parish Hall. Tickets cost R90 for adults and R45 for children u/12. The dinner includes savoury & sweet pancakes, dinner rolls & assorted salads. NB: Please bring your own drinks & glasses. We look forward to

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.