A reminder not to respond to any strange emails or texts from Fr. Falco...There have been numerous emails, and now texts, from people claiming to be Fr. Falco.  Please do not respond.  If Father needs to reach you, he will call you on the phone or speak to you personally.  Thank you!

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Thank you to all our parishioners who have made their gift to the 2019 Partners in Charity Appeal.   St. Bernadette Parish has raised over $60,000 towards our goal of $73,500 (over 50% of our goal).  If you have not yet made a gift or pledge, please fill out a commitment pledge envelope located in the pews.  You can also make your gift online at www.partners-charity.net, or you can text the word donate to 84576.  Thank you!

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Parish Office Hours are Monday - Thursday, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM; Firday 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM.  Please plan accordingly.

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Religious Education Registration is now open for the 2019-2020 school year.  More information about Religious Education at St. Bernadette can be found via the Religious Education tab at the top of the website. 

Please visit the  Online Registration page to register and pay online.  For your convenience, online registrations are payable by credit card, debit card, or bank transfer from your checking account. Please contact the Religious Education Office if you have any questions at 508-393-7445.

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St. Bernadette Youth Ministry will be holding a bake sale after all Masses on June 15th & June 16th.  All proceeds will benefit Youth Ministry Summer Events.  Thank you for your support!

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Come support our parish youth as they play volleyball in the Diocesan Volleyball League!  Join us Monday night, June 17th at 6:15 PM as St. Bernadette Parish competes with St. Mary's, Shrewsbury.  This week's game will be played at St. Christopher Church, 950 W. Boylston St., Worcester.

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Dynamic Catholic is happy to provide our parish with excellent FREE resources to help us grow in the faith. Two new books are now available in the Dynamic Catholic bookcase at the back of the church. Grab a copy of these free books and grow in your faith this summer! Share with family and friends, too! 

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Are you interested in helping out in our outreach programs?  The dates for the next outreach meals are: Our Father's Table: Monday, July 1st; Dismas Family Farm: Monday, June 10th. For more information, click on the title above.

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Don't take a break from Mass when you are on vacation for the summer.  Find a church near you at www.masstimes.org.  The site lists Mass times, and directions to the nearest Catholic churches.  Both domestic and international information is provided.

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The Massachusetts State Legislature will consider passing into law two deeply troubling bills regarding abortion this legislative session.  Please click here to read about these bills and what you can do to have your voice heard.

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The Columbiettes is a Catholic Women Civic Organization which addresses the spiritual needs of both the church and the community. They are affiliated auxiliaries of the Knights of Columbus. The St. Augustine Council of the Northborough Knights of Columbus has approved the potential formation of the Columbiettes. For more information, please click on the title above.

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Save the Date! All women are invited to this exciting conference, to be held at Assumption College on Saturday, November 23rd.  The 2019 conference theme is “The Eucharist: Source and Summit of Our Faith”.  For more information, click on the title above.

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If you have ever considered joining the Altar Society or perhaps you have been looking for a new ministry to join, the Altar Society is in need of several new members.  The Altar Society Ministry members are responsible for cleaning and preparing the church for weekend services.  No one is asked to work beyond his or her capabilites.  You can expect to work in small groups for 2 hours (usually Saturday mornings) once every 2 months.  The ministry is made up of individuals, couples, and families.  For more information or to volunteer, contact Walter Zydlewski at 508-485-7683.

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The Steubenville East Youth Conference will take place July 12-14, 2019.  Visit the Steubenville East page for all the details.