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Welcome to our Saint Bernadette Parish Community
Called by our Baptism to be the People of God and formed by the Holy Spirit to be Saint Bernadette Roman Catholic Parish, we its members recognize our need to grow as a faith community.
We accept God’s call to:
– Worship together at the celebration of the Eucharist, enriched by private and communal prayer and graced by the Sacraments;
– Recognize Christ within each other and respond to His Presence with charity, justice and peace;
– Bear witness with our lives to the Gospel of Jesus Christ;
– Teach the Good News proclaimed by Jesus to love God and others;
– Minister to the spiritual, physical, emotional and material needs of one another.
In union with the one, holy, catholic and apostolic Church and mindful of our mission, we resolve to live with Christ at the center of our lives. We pray, through the intercession of the Blessed Mother and Saint Bernadette, for guidance from the Holy Spirit to carry out our mission as faithful members of Saint Bernadette of Lourdes Parish
Saint Bernadette of Lourdes Parish
Roman Catholic Community of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia
Pastor- Rev. John Masson
Retired Priest - Rev. Larry Crehan
Retired Deacon:
Deacon Thomas P. Fitzpatrick
Director of Religious Education:
Ms. Marykate Murphy
Principal:
Mrs. Fran McElhenney
Business Manager:
Mr. Robert J. Helmig
Parish Secretary:
Mrs. Helen Kraus
Please see the link below to sign up for donations for the fresh food portion of our Christmas food drive. St. Bernadette Parish is grateful for the abundant generosity of our parishioners! 
Fresh Food for Christmas Food Drive
Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up. Thank you! If you have any questions, please call Ev Tarpey (610-789-4187)
December Parish Updates!
Hello St. Bernadette Parish! As we end the First Week of Advent with hopeful anticipation, let us continue to pray and prepare hearts during this Season. Within the busyness of the preperations, be sure to take time some to quiet your mind and spirit and be a light to those who may need it.
In the Spirit of Advent, please see the our Parish Events. We invite you to find one new way to participate in Parish Life!.
LIVE NATIVITY AND HOSPITALITY - DECEMBER 8TH AFTER THE 11AM MASS
Please join us for your Annul Live Nativity this Sunday, December 8th.We will have Mary, Joseph, the angels, shepherds and wisemen with us at the he 11am Mass. After Mass will process to our "stable" and be there while Christmas hymns are sung by the choir for the parish to reflect on the beauty of the Nativity! We will have live animals present for everyone to enjoy and there will be refreshments provided by Sam's/McGuilicuddy's in the Hall afterwards. We look forward to a beautiful morning.
FEAST OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION.
Since the December 8th falls on a Sunday, the Feast Day has been moved to Monday, December 9th. Alought it is not a Holy Day of Obligation, we encourage the faithful to observe the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception, patroness of the
United States, by attending the celebration of Mass as possible, to pray the rosary or engage in another devotion in honor of the Blessed Mother. Our Masses will be at 8:30am and 5:00pm on Monday, December 9th.
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COFFEE AND CATECHESIS WITH FATHER JOHN
All are invited to join Father John after the 8:30am Mass on Tuesdays through Advent for a rush of caffeine and lively discussions!
PARISH GIVING TREE
End Date - December 15
Christmas is a time for giving. Give a gift to the less fortunate families. Remove a tag from the tree and return the gift with he tag attached. SPECIAL NOTE: Gifts should NOT be wrapped and NOT placed in gift bags. We have been asked to bring the gifts with just the tags attached to ease the distribution of the gifts by the various organizations. You may bring the gifts in the boxes or bags from the store. All gifts must be returned no later than Sunday, December 15 . The gifts will be distributed on December 16, 17 and 18.
St. John’s Hospice (Men)
knitted hats, scarves, gloves, belts, long underwear (tops and bottoms), regular underwear, flannel shirts, hooded sweatshirts (L & XL)
Women of Change
Single bed sheets, towels, wash cloths, nightgowns, robes, slippers, sweatshirts, sweatpants, flannel shirts, regular underwear, woolen hats and gloves (no scarves) - sizes L, XL and XXL for clothing items
Gift of Mary
(Mother Teresa’s Sisters in Chester)
SPECIAL NOTE: This year, instead of toys, the Sisters have asked for diapers (especially large sizes), wipes, hats, gloves, napkins, disinfectant wipes, children's sweatpants and adult sweatpants.
PARISH CHRISTMAS FOOD DRIVE through December 15th
The Christmas food is on Sunday, December 15 from 1pm -3pm. Please leave any donations behind the last pew in the back of the church on the Blessed Mother side. If you wish to donate a fresh or frozen turkey please contact Amy Sandman
at 610-931-5692 before December 15. Any monetary donations should be sent directly to the rectory labeled Food Pantry. Thank you for your continued support and generosity.
Items needed for the Christmas food drives:
turkey gravy, cranberry sauce, canned yams, canned vegetables, canned soup, applesauce, canned fruit, pasta and pasta sauce, boxed side dishes, boxed mashed potatoes, macaroni and cheese, peanut butter and jelly, condiments, salad dressings, cooking oil, cereal, oatmeal, breakfast bars, pop tarts, snacks, crackers, cookies, protein bars, mixed nuts, pancake mix, pancake syrup, boxed cake mix, boxed brownie mix, coffee, tea, juice, pudding cups, canned Chef Boyardee, canned beef stew, canned chili, canned tuna, Clorox wipes, toothpaste, toothbrushes, razors, shaving cream, shampoo and conditioner, toilet paper, paper towels, napkins, laundry
pods, bars of soap, body wash, and lotion. Gift cards and any
OPERATION SANTA CLAUS through December 15th
Those who wish to adopt a family or a person in need in the parish who would otherwise not be able to provide Christmas presents, please call or text Amy Sandman at 610-931-5692.
2024 CHRISTMAS SCHEDULE
CONFESSIONS
Saturday, December 7th
3:30pm – 4:15pm
Saturday, December 14th and 21st
3:00 – 4:15pm
Monday, December 16th
7:00pm – 8:00pm
MASSES
Vigil Mass
Tuesday, December 24th
4:00pm and 6:00pm
Christmas Day
Wednesday, December 25th
9:00am and 11:00am
HAVE A BLESSED ADVENT SEASON!
Hello St. Bernadette Parish! As we end the First Week of Advent with hopeful anticipation, let us continue to pray and prepare hearts during this Season. Within the busyness of the preperations, be sure to take time some to quiet your mind and spirit and be a light to those who may need it.
In the Spirit of Advent, please see the our Parish Events. We invite you to find one new way to participate in Parish Life!.
LIVE NATIVITY AND HOSPITALITY - DECEMBER 8TH AFTER THE 11AM MASS
Please join us for your Annul Live Nativity this Sunday, December 8th.We will have Mary, Joseph, the angels, shepherds and wisemen with us at the he 11am Mass. After Mass will process to our "stable" and be there while Christmas hymns are sung by the choir for the parish to reflect on the beauty of the Nativity! We will have live animals present for everyone to enjoy and there will be refreshments provided by Sam's/McGuilicuddy's in the Hall afterwards. We look forward to a beautiful morning.
FEAST OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION.
Since the December 8th falls on a Sunday, the Feast Day has been moved to Monday, December 9th. Alought it is not a Holy Day of Obligation, we encourage the faithful to observe the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception, patroness of the
United States, by attending the celebration of Mass as possible, to pray the rosary or engage in another devotion in honor of the Blessed Mother. Our Masses will be at 8:30am and 5:00pm on Monday, December 9th.
.
COFFEE AND CATECHESIS WITH FATHER JOHN
All are invited to join Father John after the 8:30am Mass on Tuesdays through Advent for a rush of caffeine and lively discussions!
PARISH GIVING TREE
End Date - December 15
Christmas is a time for giving. Give a gift to the less fortunate families. Remove a tag from the tree and return the gift with he tag attached. SPECIAL NOTE: Gifts should NOT be wrapped and NOT placed in gift bags. We have been asked to bring the gifts with just the tags attached to ease the distribution of the gifts by the various organizations. You may bring the gifts in the boxes or bags from the store. All gifts must be returned no later than Sunday, December 15 . The gifts will be distributed on December 16, 17 and 18.
St. John’s Hospice (Men)
knitted hats, scarves, gloves, belts, long underwear (tops and bottoms), regular underwear, flannel shirts, hooded sweatshirts (L & XL)
Women of Change
Single bed sheets, towels, wash cloths, nightgowns, robes, slippers, sweatshirts, sweatpants, flannel shirts, regular underwear, woolen hats and gloves (no scarves) - sizes L, XL and XXL for clothing items
Gift of Mary
(Mother Teresa’s Sisters in Chester)
SPECIAL NOTE: This year, instead of toys, the Sisters have asked for diapers (especially large sizes), wipes, hats, gloves, napkins, disinfectant wipes, children's sweatpants and adult sweatpants.
PARISH CHRISTMAS FOOD DRIVE through December 15th
The Christmas food is on Sunday, December 15 from 1pm -3pm. Please leave any donations behind the last pew in the back of the church on the Blessed Mother side. If you wish to donate a fresh or frozen turkey please contact Amy Sandman
at 610-931-5692 before December 15. Any monetary donations should be sent directly to the rectory labeled Food Pantry. Thank you for your continued support and generosity.
Items needed for the Christmas food drives:
turkey gravy, cranberry sauce, canned yams, canned vegetables, canned soup, applesauce, canned fruit, pasta and pasta sauce, boxed side dishes, boxed mashed potatoes, macaroni and cheese, peanut butter and jelly, condiments, salad dressings, cooking oil, cereal, oatmeal, breakfast bars, pop tarts, snacks, crackers, cookies, protein bars, mixed nuts, pancake mix, pancake syrup, boxed cake mix, boxed brownie mix, coffee, tea, juice, pudding cups, canned Chef Boyardee, canned beef stew, canned chili, canned tuna, Clorox wipes, toothpaste, toothbrushes, razors, shaving cream, shampoo and conditioner, toilet paper, paper towels, napkins, laundry
pods, bars of soap, body wash, and lotion. Gift cards and any
OPERATION SANTA CLAUS through December 15th
Those who wish to adopt a family or a person in need in the parish who would otherwise not be able to provide Christmas presents, please call or text Amy Sandman at 610-931-5692.
2024 CHRISTMAS SCHEDULE
CONFESSIONS
Saturday, December 7th
3:30pm – 4:15pm
Saturday, December 14th and 21st
3:00 – 4:15pm
Monday, December 16th
7:00pm – 8:00pm
MASSES
Vigil Mass
Tuesday, December 24th
4:00pm and 6:00pm
Christmas Day
Wednesday, December 25th
9:00am and 11:00am
HAVE A BLESSED ADVENT SEASON!
We regret to inform you that the production of Godspell, Jr. scheduled for this evening December 4, and Thursday December 5, has been canceled due to unforeseen circumstances.
We understand this news may disappointing, and we sincerely apologize for any inconvenience it caused.
Our show is being rescheduled to Thursday, January 23, 2025, and Friday, January 25, 2025. We will have practice Monday, January 6, 2025 from 3-5.
Thank you for your understanding!💙
We understand this news may disappointing, and we sincerely apologize for any inconvenience it caused.
Our show is being rescheduled to Thursday, January 23, 2025, and Friday, January 25, 2025. We will have practice Monday, January 6, 2025 from 3-5.
Thank you for your understanding!💙
We regret to inform you that the production of Godspell, Jr. scheduled for this evening December 4, and Thursday December 5, has been canceled due to unforeseen circumstances.
We understand this news may disappointing, and we sincerely apologize for any inconvenience it caused.
Our show is being rescheduled to Thursday, January 23, 2025, and Friday, January 24, 2025. We will have practice Monday, January 6, 2025 from 3-5.
Thank you for your understanding!💙
We understand this news may disappointing, and we sincerely apologize for any inconvenience it caused.
Our show is being rescheduled to Thursday, January 23, 2025, and Friday, January 24, 2025. We will have practice Monday, January 6, 2025 from 3-5.
Thank you for your understanding!💙
We would like to thank the Cub Scouts for their donations to the St. Bernadette Food Pantry. The donations went towards our annual St. Bernadette Thanksgiving Food Drive. Thank you to our CYO Girls basketball team who also helped with our food drive. We are grateful for the generosity shown from our School, Parish, and CYO communities! ! Thank you, and God bless!
Twenty three years ago, on November 25th, Leonie Aviat, the foundress of the Oblate Sisters of St. Francis DeSales, was canonized. This statue honors Mother Aviat and the miracle that took place through her intercession and the powerful prayers of our parish. In January, our parish will be doing a nine day novena to Saint Leonie, stay tuned for more details! Saint Leonie Aviat, pray for us.


