Since 1952, the Parish of St Michael & St Bernadette has grown from humble beginnings into a vibrant community rooted in Eucharistic worship, service, and joyful witness. This page traces key milestones in our journey—moments of grace, growth, and generosity that continue to shape our mission today.
History of St Michael’s Church
The history of St Michael’s Church began not in a church—but in a builder’s hut, surrounded by mud, fire burners, and the laughter of a community determined to worship together.
This is a history worth reading. It’s a tribute to the pioneers, whose muddy boots and prayerful hearts built more than buildings—they built a parish family.
History of St Bernadette’s Church
Beneath the bricks of St Bernadette’s Church lies a story of faith, resilience, and community that began in a dance hall on Morley Street in 1952.
Each milestone tells of a people committed to mission: clergy who served with devotion, parishioners who gave sacrificially, and generations who gathered to pray, celebrate, and grow.
A Brief History of Whitefield
As Whitefield grew, so did its spiritual needs. St Bernadette’s Parish had already been planted in 1952, but the rapid rise in population called for more.
The story of our two Churches is woven into the fabric of the community – testaments to faith that found fertile ground in new beginnings…
