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 Welcome to the website for St. Bernard Catholic Church in St. Bernard, La. A parish established in 1787 rich in history and tradition.
Through the devastation of Hurricane Katrina, life has been changed forever and another chapter of our lives have begun. People have been moved and scattered in all directions. Physical and Spiritual homes were destroyed. Some have had the opportunity to move back, others have decided to move on. Wherever we are in life, we are forced to look at the past and where we have been, asking the question, “Where is God?”, in every situation we find ourselves in. What can we learn from our past, to make us stronger and better people for the future? Although change is never easy and often not wanted, our faith allows a new ray of light representing the hope and faith of a resilient people, made in the image and likeness of Jesus. Our human nature calls us to seek concrete answers, yet we are called to live as people of faith, depending on God for the guidance and direction we need.
Church is the people of God, and that must be our focal point. Although we love our beautiful buildings, we must keep that in proper prospective. How have we and do we continue journeying with our brothers and sisters in faith? How do we stretch out our hands, taking the hand of a neighbor and walk through the ‘mess of life’, that often we have no control over? We are Jesus’ hands, feet, mind and heart.
As pastor of both St. Bernard and Our Lady of Lourdes, I look forward to many years as pastor, getting to know you and journeying as companions of faith. Let us continue drawing closer to the Lord in prayer, asking for the graces we need to be his faithful children, building on the foundation from the past, and creating a foundation for those who will come after us.
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As part of the Archdiocese of New Orleans' "Year of Renewal" dedicated to a deeper understanding of the mass, the Archdiocese of New Orleans Office of Worship and the Loyola Institute for Ministry are sponsoring An Online Webinar by Fr. Stephen Sauer, S.J. on "The Roman Missal: A Look at the New Translation." Tuesday, May 15 8 PM CDT It is free and open to the public Fr. Sauer is pastor of Immaculate Conception Parish in downtown New Orleans, has graduate degrees in liturgical studies and is a member of the North American Academy of Liturgy. For instructions on how to access this webinar and for upcoming webinars, please go to: http://lim.loyno.edu/online-events. |
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 Our April Baptisms
St. Bernard Catholic Church
Brayden Michael Keller
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church
Emma Mae Alphonso
Autumn Jade Arabie
Brad Anthony Bailey, Jr.
Jaxson George Fitzgerald
Makayla Jean Black
Shelby Lynn Dore
Ethan Joseph Ingargiola
Grant Donald Melerine
Lainey Marie Robin
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Will you watch one hour with me?
The Deanery Adoration Chapel located at OLPS invites you to come spend a little time with the Lord in adoration of the Blessed Sacrament. Come for a few minutes or consider becoming a “committed adorer” for a particular hour. The Chapel has exposition of the Blessed Sacrament Monday-Friday, 6:00a.m. till 10:00p.m., and is open for prayer and meditation (no exposition) Saturday-Sunday from 6:00a.m. till 6:00p.m. For more information call 271-3441. |
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Congratulations to our First Communion |
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Congratulations to the following who recently made their First Communion:
Rikki Adams; Hailey Barrow; Kyle Boudoin; Jenna Clesi; Bailey Eddings; Peyton Hardouin; John Lambert, Jr.; Olivia Long; Taylin Naquin; Hannah Nettleton; Beau Nunez; Shawn O’Neil, Jr.; Laney Ramirez; Gerald Ruiz, IV; Haley Sensebe; Ivy Falgout; Bailey Hernandez; Cameryn; Johnson; Tyler Pentney; Kaydence Starks; Ali Nata; Kennedi Nunez; Alexis Resendez; Anthony Spicuzza; Landin Tircuit; Leeya Glass; Madelyn Leslie; Noah Leslie; and Holly Robin
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Archdiocesan Spirituality Center |
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The Archdiocesan Spirituality Center is offering a wonderful opportunity to make an individually directed retreat close to home, with gifted Spiritual Directors. It is very timely for those entering the Internship this year. The dates for the retreat are: Friday, June 15, 2012, 6:00 p.m.—Wednesday, June 20, 2012, 6:00 p.m. It will be at Carmelite Spirituality Center in Lacombe, LA and the cost is $350.00
If you have any questions, please call the ASC, (504) 861-3254.
The Archdiocesan Spirituality Center is also offering preached retreats at the Cenacle in Metairie, by Fr. Simeon Galagher on May 18-20 and August 3-5, 2012. For information, call Susan at (504) 887-1420.
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Come learn more about the Mass. The 4-week sessions will be held at Our Lady of Lourdes on Tuesday Evenings and St. Bernard on Wednesday Mornings, beginning April 17th & 18th. Sign-up sheets are in the back of Church. |
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Congratulations to MARTY MELERINE III from Our Lady of Lourdes and MADISON MELERINE from St. Bernard who will receive the Serra Club 2012 Altar Server Award. Archbishop Aymond will present the awards at the conclusion of a special Mass on Wednesday, April 18th. A banquet will follow the ceremony. Congratulations Marty & Madison. |
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Ministers of Holy Communion Needed |
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A commissioning workshop will be offered for the Deanery on Saturday, April 14th at OLPS for those who desire to become an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion. You must be in good standing with the Church, attend Mass regularly, have a desire to serve and be recommended by your pastor. Please call the parish office to nominate yourself for this wonderful ministry. Pre-registration is required. |
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Church Directory and Pictures |
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Christ in the City, an evening of Eucharistic Adoration for young adults in their 20s, 30s and 40s, is held at the Chapel at Notre Dame Seminary the first Tuesday of each month at 7:00 pm sponsored by the CYO/Youth & Young Adult Ministry Office and the Office of Eucharistic Renewal of the Archdiocese of New Orleans. The hourlong service of benediction and adoration includes scripture and a reflection, music, silent time for prayer, and the opportunity for the sacrament of Reconciliation. A social follows across the street at Ye Olde College Inn. For more information call 836?0551. |
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 Deacon Doug Strahan; Michael Strahan; Albert Acosta; Rita Bauer; Erica Gonzales; Aiden Smith; Madeline Colletti Cimino; Brooke Salazar; Richard Melerine; Steve Gallodoro; Felice Melerine; Fred Khoury, Sr.; Henry Dietrich; Gene Perez; Loretta Mader; Loretta & Sidney Evans; Patricia Fincher; Kenneth Robin; Frances Evans; Mikey Oatis Thoulion; André Colletti; Douglas Hernandez, Sr.; Calvin Marrero, Jr.; Baby Joanna; Don McCloskey; Earl Dauterive; Elda Marrero; Debbie Hernandez; Donald Campo; Frank Acosta; Charley Robin; Toni DuRapau; Edna O’Rourke; Msgr Don Byrnes; Marlene Campo; Wanda Kridler; Juanita Rusich; Brett Escher; Bernard Naquin, Jr.; Jonathan Bailey; Lionel Serigne; Bitzy Serigne; Merri Lee Deville; Betty Nicosia; Ruth Crespo; Lynn Mauney; Lydia DeJean; Lester Evans; Dorothy Easley; Floyd Fought, Jr.; Devin Dimadigo; Kris Gagliano; J.T. Henderson; Gene Alonzo; Msgr Louis LeBourgeois; Pearl Hernandez; Kylie Gritter; Lois Simmons; Maria Hernandez; Michael Fisher; Kelly Alphonso; David Naquin; Sheri Fernandez; Rocky Barrow; Elaine Neely; Christina Landry; Brett Gagliano; Brendan Graf; Emile Evans; Landon Ansardi; Dorothy Blanchard; Ethel Naquin, Richard McCrocklin; Elizabeth Serigne; Dut Alfonso; Faith Gonzales; Carmen Knight; Kayla Vogelaar; Arlene Lemoine; Barry Melerine; Mindy Casanova Dardar; Carolon Craft; Wilmoy & Florine Shows; Brett Bergeron; Angie Beard; JenaSullivan; Allen Nunez; Eleanore Erato; Wayne Milton Melerine, Sr.; David Casanova; Danny Morales; Riley Richards…
Please call the parish office to add or remove a name. |
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Fr. Sal Galvez, Parochial Vicar, is now celebrating Spanish Masses every Sunday at O.L.P.S. at 2pm |
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Golden Wedding Anniversaries |
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If you will be celebrating your 50th wedding anniversary during 2012, please call the parish office. You will be invited to an Archdiocesan celebration to be held on June 3rd, and each couple will be presented a commemorative scroll from Archbishop Aymond. All names must be received by February 21st. |
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Spiritual Communion Prayer |
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If you feel in your heart that you should not receive the Sacrament of Holy Communion, you may receive Communion spiritually by saying the following prayer:
My Jesus, I believe that you are present in the most Blessed Sacrament. I love You above all things and I desire to receive You into my soul. Since I cannot now receive You sacramentally, come at least spiritually into my heart. I embrace You as if You have already come, and unite myself wholly to You. Never permit me to be separated from You. Amen. |
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Thanks to everyone who participated in the 2012 Krewe of Lourdes Carnival Ball last weekend. Our Royalty King Jim DiFatta, Queen Adele Faust and Captain Michelle Martin presided well over the revelry and excitement of the evening. Thanks to the Committee, the many members who helped behind the scenes and for those who were able to spend the evening with us. ~~ laissez la bon ton roulet~~ |
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In the year 1787, St. Bernard Catholic Church was established. That means during this calendar year, they will celebrate the 225th anniversary. Various events will be planned throughout the year to elebrate this milestone. |
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