The Catholic Community of St. Bernadette Church in Houston, Texas would be pleased to have you join us.
Newcomer Orientation
Please join us for a parish orientation especially
designed for individuals interested in joining the parish and/or those
newly registered. Come and meet fellow parishioners,
learn about parish ministries and take a walking tour of the
grounds. If you are unable to make the scheduled orientation,
please know that we are more than happy to share information about the
parish and take you on a walking tour of the grounds at an alternate
time. Contact the Newcomer Coordinator, at 281-486-0337 x110 for
the date of the next orientation.
Registering In The Parish
We would like to invite you to register in the parish, parish
registration forms can be obtained from the brochure rack next in the
parish office area. Return completed forms to the office or in
the collection basket.
Welcome Back
Have you been away from the active practice of your faith for a
while? Welcome back. Please know how welcome you are to
re-explore your faith among the St. Bernadette Church parish community.
RCIA
If you are not Catholic but are open to looking into the Catholic
faith, please know that we would be happy to answer your questions and
share the gift of our faith. We invite you to talk with our
director of RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults), at
281-486-0337 x317.
What We Offer . . .
The Catholic Community of St. Bernadette is a live and vibrant
community offering unlimited opportunities for Christian growth and
fellowship. Meet new friends and find new direction in your life at
Sunday Mass and throughout the week.
Education for Children, Youth and Adults
We have an active religious education program for pre-school through
adult. For children 2 ½ to 4 ½ years of age, Little
Children’s Church provides a learning environment while parents
attend Mass. Children’s Liturgy of the Word, for children 5
through 12 years of age, invites children to a special area to read
Scripture, sing and pray during Mass. CCE provides weekly
religious education classes for children in grades K-8th including
those in special education. Included in the program are
preparation for the sacraments of Eucharist and Reconciliation.
LIFE TEEN for our youth (9-12th grade) is a comprehensive program
designed to minister to high school teens of all faiths from a uniquely
Catholic base. The Adult Education program provides scripture
study groups, an on-going RCIA program and faith-sharing groups.
Participation in these ministries is free to registered parishioners,
it's all part of our Faith Commitment program.
St. Bernadette Church also has a Mother's Day Out and Preschool. Call 281-486-0337 or for more information.
For the Needs of Many
The parish has a wealth of ministries to meet various needs including:
childcare for our Saturday 5PM Mass and 9AM & 11 AM Sunday Masses;
scripture study; Life Teen Mass for our parish youth, baptism and
marriage preparation; Eucharist for shut-ins and the sick; Rite of
Christian Initiation (RCIA) for people interested in joining the
church; food, clothing and financial assistance to individuals who have
fallen on hard times; transportation to Mass or a doctor's appointment;
home cooked meals during an illness or funeral. . . just to name a few!
Our groups include: Health Care Ministry, Social Ministries, Mom's Prayer Group, Cub and Boy Scouts, Knights of Columbus, Ladies of St. Bernadette, Prayer Heartline, Respect-Life Group, Social Justice Group, and more.
Faith Commitment-Time, Talent and Treasure
St. Bernadette Church is founded on a Faith Commitment program.
We invite all parishioners to be an active member of the parish by
sharing their time, talent and treasure with the parish community.
For Your Special Needs
Our priests would be happy to meet with you. Call the parish
office at 281-486-0337 and ask to speak with Fr. J.J. McCarthy, Pastor;
Fr. Adrian Wilde, or Deacon Joe Rubio to schedule an appointment.
Accessibility for Individuals with Disabilities
Please join us. Everyone is welcome! The parish offers
large print missalettes and music books, headphones for sound
amplification, accessible seating, electric door, accessible restrooms
and water fountains and an accepting and friendly environment.