Parish of St Michael & St Bernadette

As we begin our journey through Lent, many of us are looking for ways to pray more deeply and draw closer to God. Below are a few trusted resources that can support individuals, families, and parish groups during this season of renewal. CAFOD CAFOD offers a range of prayer and […]

This Lent, the St Vincent de Paul Society is once again inviting parishioners to take part in the “One Item for Lent” appeal. We are asking everyone, if they are able, to donate one good‑quality, pre‑loved item to support the work of the SVP. All donated items will be taken […]

As we enter the holy season of Lent, our parish offers a number of opportunities to pray, reflect, and prepare our hearts for Easter. Everyone is warmly invited to take part. Dawn Mass – Fridays of Lent St Bernadette’s – 7.00amBegin your Friday in the quiet of early morning with […]

By Michael Zwierzanski I recently joined the parish on a pilgrimage to the Northern Saints – St. Bede, St. Aidan, St. Cuthbert – three ancient men who shaped the early Church in Britain. We travelled to where they once walked, and history came out of every stone. Ancient and modern […]

Thank you for your wonderful support of our parish Christmas Fair last year. Your generosity helped create a joyful and memorable event for our whole community. As we begin preparing for this year’s fair, we are inviting donations of new or recycled gift sets, gift bags, and unwanted Christmas presents […]

Recently having had the privilege of hearing a family describe the impact of the birth of their new baby – I was struck as one of them used the word “power” that this beautiful, sometimes messy and noisy but wonderful little bundle of joy possessed. They obviously didn’t mean power […]

On Sunday 28 September, our parish community gathered in joyful celebration as 37 young people received the Sacrament of Confirmation. The ceremony was presided over by Rt Rev John Arnold, Bishop of Salford…

The Parent Teacher Association (PTA) of St Bernadette’s Primary School has introduced a new fundraising initiative aimed at supporting school activities and resources – the Parents…