PARISH EVENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

 

      For the next four weeks, join Fr. Don at noon on Sundays in the Bradican Room for faith250 in preparation for our nation’s 250th anniversary. See the bulletin for details.

      Join us for our monthly (third Monday) Taizé Prayer Service on Monday night, January 19, 8 - 8:45pm. Come for a peaceful moment of simple song and silence and pray for Christian Unity.

      Saint Bernadette School will celebrate the start of Catholic Schools Week with an Open House being held on Sunday January 25, Noon until 1pm. See what Saint Bernadette School has to offer
your family.

      All adult parishioners who have volunteered in the past several years are invited to come to our Night of Stars - Saturday, 31 January, 6:30-11pm. Join us for an evening dinner, drinks and
dancing to the music of the Andrew Thielen Big Band of North Myrtle Beach. This is an opportunity to recognize and appreciate the work of parish volunteers. Please note this event is a
seated dinner event, doors open at 6
:30pm with pre-event hospitality followed by dinner at 7pm. RSVP required to Evelyn.

      Please visit our website to register for Work Camp. Our second interest meeting for teens and adults who might want to attend Work Camp is on January 15, 7-8:15 pm in the Cafeteria. For
inquiries, contact Matthew Frey, matthew_c_frey@yahoo.com or JP McLaughlin at jpmclaughlin@stbernpar.org for any inquiries.

     The 2026 Bishop’s Lenten Appeal mailing was recently sent to parishioners. The 2026 them is “In Christ We Are One”, which reminds us of this great theological virtue that is rooted in Jesus Christ and the victory he won for us. You can make a gift at www.arlingtondiocese.org/bla. Please indicate you are a parishioner here and it will count toward our parish goal of $ 582,000.

 

FAITH FORMATION

Living the Liturgical Year: 

      We celebrate the feast day of St. Agnes on January 21.  Her name means “Lamb of
God.” You can find suggestions for activities you can do with your children here: https://catholicprintableclub.com/how-to-celebrate-the-feast-of-st-agnes-january-21/

      We will hold a First Holy Communion parent information meeting on Jan. 20-21 from 6:15-7pm in the Bradican Room, for the 2nd year FHC, SPOC2 and MS/HS students receiving the
sacrament in the Spring of 2026. School parents are invited to attend. 

      During January, the parish will have a donation drive for baby supplies for Catholic Charities Migrant and Refugee Services. Items will be collected in the church vestibule. We will publish a list
of items requested by MRS in a few weeks. All parishioners are encouraged to donate. See today's bulletin for details.

      Volunteers for 2025-2026 ~ We are still in need for volunteers (assistant catechists, teen catechists, and hall monitors). If interested, please contact the Religious Education Office or fill out

the  Volunteer Form on the website http://stbernpar.org/religious-education-volunteers/.

Upcoming Religious Education Activities

Regular Classes: Jan. 20-21, 27 (no class Jan. 28)
SPRED Class: Jan. 24
Sunday Doughnut Social: Jan.25 after 9am Mass at the School Cafeteria

 

WOMEN'S MINISTRY

    Come and enjoy warm fellowship and great food. No need to RSVP.  For more information, please email us at women@stbernpar.org.

    Tuesday, January 20 is our next Dinner with Friends at 5pm, at Saratoga Pizzeria, 8050 Rolling Road.  We meet for this casual meal on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays.

 

YOUTH MINISTRY

High School Youth Ministry

    All High Schoolers are invited to join us for Tuesday Socials every Tuesday from 7-8:30pm! Meet in the youth room (in the parish office) for games, ice cream, and a discussion on the faith.

    In 2026, we are starting High School Small Groups. All high schoolers are welcome to attend. Guys’ Small Groups will be on 1st and 3rd Thursdays at 7pm in the Youth Room, with the kickoff
date on February 5. Girls’ Small Groups will be on 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7pm in the Youth Room, with the kickoff date on January 8. For any questions, contact JP McLaughlin at
jpmclaughlin@stbernpar.org.

   Volunteers for High School Program - We are looking for adults who share a deep passion for their Faith and want to help disciple high school teens. All adult volunteers must be VIRTUS
certified and undergo a background check. If you are interested, contact JP McLaughlin at jpmclaughlin@stbernpar.org.

   All highschoolers are welcome to an overnight retreat at Summit Lake in Emmitsburg, MD, January 30 - February 1. We are in collaboration with the youth ministries of St. Leo’s and Our
Lady of Good Counsel. Registration has opened. Please visit our website to register for the retreat. For any inquiries, contact JP McLaughlin at jpmclaughlin@stbernpar.org

 

Middle School Youth Ministry - next gathering 21 January

   All 6th-8th graders are invited for games, snacks, and fun every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month! Meet in the school gym from 6:45-8pm.


YOUNG ADULTS Group

All Young Adults, ages 18-35 are invited to Coffee and Conversation on Sunday, January 25th. After 9am Mass, we will meet at Tous les Jours coffee shop. For any inquiries, contact JP McLaughlin, jpmclaughlin@stbernpar.org.

Looking to join the Saint Bernadette’s Young Adults? Scan the QR code to join the Saint Bernadette Young Adults Group Chat.

To learn more about our middle and high school ministries,
please contact JP McLaughlin jpmclaughlin@stbernpar.org, or
Grace Mee, gmee@stbernpar.org