St. Bernard Parish
Adult Ministries
In October 2026, Pope Leo XIV is inviting the world to join him in prayer for Catholic mental health ministries and their work to respond to the global mental health crisis.
St. Bernard Mental Health Ministry
Dee Sherman and Dcn. Bernie Terrien facilitate a Mental Health Ministry here at St. Bernard. The intent is simply to provide a place for people living with Mental Health Concerns to feel accompanied by the Church through fellowship and prayer. We will be meeting every third Monday of the month in the Parish Office at 6:30pm.
2026-2027 Meting Dates: Oct. 19th, Nov. 16, Dec. 21, Jan. 18, Feb. 15, March 15, April 19, May 17.
Please feel welcome to come and check it out. Pray for this ministry and for those living with Mental Health challenges by participating in the Nationwide Novena for Mental Health described below.
Nationwide Novena for Mental Health
The U.S. Catholic Bishops (USCCB) developed an annual Novena for Mental Health, which Catholics across the country are praying together from October 10 to 18, 2026. You can join in praying this Novena online by searching “USCCB Mental Health Novena.”
Deeper Faith
Monday, October 12th at 5:30pm in Bishop Hall:
You and your friends are invited to join the Deeper Faith session on Monday, October 12th. We are taught that we’re meant for Heaven, but what does that mean? Featured will be the topic What Will Heaven Be Like? How many levels are there in heaven…1, 3, 5, 7, 9…? The theme and discussion center on two videos, one from Fr. Chris Alar, MIC Provincial of the Marians of the Immaculate Conception at the National Shrine of Divine Mercy and one with Jimmy Akin, Catholic apologist and theologian from Catholic Answers.
Please come and join us. We begin with prayer and fellowship at 5:30 pm in Bishop Hall. Snacks and videos will begin at 6:00 pm. with discussion to follow. Listeners are always welcome! However, those who wish to comment add an interesting flavor to the evening! Call or email Kathy in the parish office for more information. We would love to have you join us! Hop on board and bring a friend or family member. kathy@stbernardcong.org or 920-468-4811 Ext. 111
2026-2027 Meeting Dates: Oct. 12, Nov. 9, Dec. 14, Jan. 11, Feb. 8, March 8, April 12, May 10.
Blessed is She
Blessed is She is a Catholic women’s community committed to deepening a life of prayer starting with daily Scripture devotionals and a supportive sisterhood. All women are welcome to join us.
2026-2027 Meeting Dates: Oct. 6, Oct 20, Nov. 3, Nov. 17, Dec. 1, Dec 15, Jan. 19, Feb. 2, Feb. 16, March 2, March 16, April 6.
2026-2027 Meeting Dates: Oct. 13, Nov. 10, Dec. 8, Jan. 12, Feb. 9, March 9, April 13, May 11, June 8.
Young Married Couples Ministry
Marriage can be hard. Our culture, especially in our generation, misleads us in the true purpose of marriage - which is ultimately to help lead each other to Heaven. Our goal with this young married couple’s ministry is to create a space of encouragement, support, & offer guidance for young married couples who are living out the vocation that God has chosen for them.
If you seek:
To grow closer to your spouse
To meet other like-minded married couples
To have a place of encouragement, support, advice, & friendship
To grow closer to Jesus & lead your spouse closer to Jesus
Men's Fellowship Group
The Men’s Fellowship Group is on summer break. We will see you in September! Join the Men’s Fellowship Group on the 1st & 3rd Tuesday of each month from 6:45-8 PM in Bishop Hall to grow in faith and community.
2026-2027 Meeting Dates:
Oct. 6, Oct. 20, Nov. 3, Nov. 17, Dec. 1, Dec 15, Jan. 19, Feb. 2, Feb. 16, March 2, March 16, April 6, April 20, May 4, May 18.
Women of Faith
The St. Bernard Women of Faith shall be a community of women whose purpose is to know God, to develop a creative and supportive organization, and to expand the growth of its parish members and the parish of St. Bernard through unity with all.
The St. Bernard Women of Faith community will plan quarterly events focusing on mind, body, & spirit of all.
All are welcome to join us at our meetings.
Contact Jan for more information: 920-468-4871
2026-2027 Meeting Dates: Oct. 26, Nov. 23, Dec. 28, Jan. 25, Feb. 22, March 22, April 26, May 24, June 28.
2026-2027 Meeting Dates: Oct. 19, Nov. 16, Dec. 21, Jan. 18, Feb. 15, March 15, April 19, May 17, June 21.
Knights of Columbus
Since 1882, the Knights of Columbus has empowered Catholic men to put their faith into action – building stronger families, stronger parishes and stronger communities.
Grief Share
Are you or someone you know grieving the loss of a loved one?
Do you sometimes feel stuck in your grief?
Do you wonder if your grief experience is “normal?”
Please join us for Grief Share, a weekly grief recovery group that provides…
Informative and inspirational videos featuring grief recovery experts.
Small group discussions to reflect on the video content.
An opportunity to fellowship with others who are on their own “grief journey.”
Take home support materials for between meetings.
Sign up at griefshare.org or call Bev (920) 562-6333
St. Monica Prayer Chain
Just as St. Monica prayed for her son, St. Augustine, the intercessors in this group want to pray for the needs and intentions of the parishioners of St. Bernard Parish. We are looking for additional intercessors who are willing to respond to the requests which could take 2-5 minutes of time. This ministry can be prayed from home or anywhere one receives media communication.
Contact Julie using the button below to join or share a prayer request.
St. Bernard Outreach Ministry
The St. Bernard Outreach Ministry is open to all parishioners interested in serving God’s people as Jesus exemplified for us through the Corporal Works of Mercy.
We oversee and organize the following parish ministries:
Prayer Shawl Ministry
Ecumenical Partnership for Housing (EPH)
Elizabeth Ministry
Love Life
N.E.W. Community Shelter Meal
Respect Life
St. Vincent de Paul
Care & Connection Ministry
Christmas Giving Tree
Secular Franciscans
The Secular Franciscan Order was established by St. Francis of Assisi more than 800 years ago. Our purpose is to bring the Gospel to life where we live and where we work. We look for ways to embrace the Gospel in our lives and try to help others to do likewise.
