Parish of St Michael & St Bernadette

Our ambition remains rooted in creating a more welcoming and thriving Community, and as with Jesus on the road to Emmaus, to accompany people on their journey.  I’m Steven Parkinson and I grew up in Oldham. I attended school in Manchester and after University, I worked as a teacher of […]

My main focus is to help us become a more Welcoming Parish to all people and help people access the different activities we have going on. I am Rachael. I’m 47 and have lived in the parish all my life. I am married and have two girls, Charlotte and Jessica […]

I was ‘invited’ to join the parish team and have never looked back. I love helping out – whether it’s sound systems, parish events, or simply being part of the team. I’m Bernie, I’m married and have two grown up children. We moved to the parish in December 2016, having […]

I hope my contribution can help others feel welcome, supported, and inspired to grow in faith. I am Benjamin. I have been a member of St. Bernadette’s since 1984. This parish community has shaped my journey of faith, and I hope that through simple acts of service and welcome, my […]

I would like to provide more for the youth of our parish as both Paul and I were fortunate to be part of a thriving youth group in our home parish I am Clare. I’m 34 and have lived in the parish since early 2016. I’m married to Paul, who […]

I enjoy working alongside Fr. Steven and the team ensuring we continue to grow as a welcoming, vibrant, and faith-filled community Hello! I’m Roxanne, a lifelong member of St. Michael’s Church, where I received all my sacraments and attended St. Michael’s School as a child. This parish has always been […]

It’s a real blessing to be part of such a thriving parish, where I’ve found the space to serve with my gifts and talents! I’m Grace, I’m married and blessed with three adorable children. I am someone who finds deep joy in placing my gifts and talents at the service […]

I’m passionate about helping St Michael’s and St Bernadette’s flourish as a missionary parish, spreading God’s love and serving our community with joy. Hello, I am Laura and I have been a primary school teacher since 2006. I am currently working in a Salford Catholic school. Outside of work I […]

I’m committed to supporting the parish’s mission of helping others encounter Christ and grow in the faith. I’m Edward, I’m married and work as a Senior Software Engineer. Though blessed with a great career and a virtuous wife, my deepest conviction is that real purpose is found not just in […]