Parish Events

From Friday 28 October until Sunday 30 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 alter. From the opening Mass on Friday evening, until the close at 17:30 on Sunday, parishioners were invited to attend either the scheduled

Every year, you have generously helped us give toys and gifts to the needy. This year however, we feel compelled to prioritise the crippling food poverty of our Walmer Outreach families. Please help us to give them a little joy at Christmas by adding extra groceries and treats to the 100 food parcels we distribute in December. 

SATURDAY 24 DECEMBER 18:00   Vigil 22:30   Carols 23:00   Midnight Mass Confessions 17:00 – 18:00, 22:00 – 22:50 SUNDAY 25 DECEMBER 07:00   Dawn Mass 08:30   Mass of the Day 10:00 Mass of the Day (EF) No evening Mass Confessions 06:40, 08:10 and 09:40

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 28 October until Sunday 30 October. During this time, the Blessed Sacrament will be continuously and solemnly exposed upon the altar. Scheduled devotions such as the rosary

15 October 2022 Last Saturday at noon, St Bernadette’s parishioners met to pray the Rosary outside the church in support of South Africa Needs Our Lady, an initiative that asks churches across the country to pray the Rosary in October every year. Parishes across Port Elizabeth, as well as the rest of the country, participated.

8 October 2022 On Saturday evening, parishioners gathered to celebrate the parish’s 75th anniversary with a dinner in the beautifully draped and decorated hall. The balmy summer evening lent a wonderfully relaxed air to this lovely and social event.  Print Facebook WhatsApp Email

Pet Blessing 1 October 2022 On Saturday morning a number of parishioners attended the annual St Francis of Assisi Pet Blessing in the grounds of our church. This year we added a new event in the form of a 3km fun walk through the leafy suburbs of Walmer. The weather was sunny (and wind-free!) making

A parish is not a parish without its parishioners! So let’s take a trip down memory lane together and reminisce over the special events that we’ve celebrated here over the last 75 years. Please send us photos of your happiest moments at St Bernadette’s parish: weddings, baptisms, confirmations and other notable occasions. We will share

October 2022 marks the 75th anniversary of the Port Elizabeth Oratory Parish of St Bernadette. You’re invited to our celebration dinner! Saturday 8 October 2022 7pm, St Bernadette’s Church Hall Corner of 8th Avenue & Fordyce Road, Walmer. Tickets: R100 per person Dress: Smart Join us for an elegant evening that includes a buffet style dinner

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 1 October 2022 St Bernadette’s Catholic Church, Corner of 8th Avenue & Fordyce Road, Walmer. 08:45 – 3km