RC Parish of St Michael & St Bernadette

A week last Monday Pope Leo presented his first major teaching document to the Church and the world – Magnifica Humanitas – safeguarding the human person in the time of artificial intelligence. “Never has humanity had such power over itself. New technologies open up a horizon extending in directions that […]

Following the success of our last event, we are delighted to announce that the Grand Christmas Craft Fayre is returning to the St Bernadette Social Centre on Sunday 6th December, running from 10.00am to 2.00pm. It is always a wonderful day full of festive cheer, and best of all, every […]

Our parish is looking forward to welcoming Bishop John in October to confer the Sacrament of Confirmation on our young people. This year’s candidates are currently in Year 8, and will have just begun Year 9 when they are Confirmed. To help them prepare for this important step in their […]

Last November, our Parish Monthly Appeal supported the beautiful work of Mary’s Meals. Alongside our usual charity collection, Mary’s Meals asked for any leftover foreign currency or obsolete UK coins and notes. Our parish responded with remarkable generosity, and it is a joy to share the wonderful impact your contributions […]

We are incredibly proud that our parishioner Bernie Boardman has successfully completed the AJ Bell Great Manchester Half Marathon in support of Caritas Salford. On 31st May, Bernie took on the challenge together with Paula Crosland and a wider team of Caritas supporters, running an incredible 13.1 miles through Manchester […]

Our parish is blessed with a wonderful diversity of languages and cultures, and on Sunday 14th June, we celebrated this richness at our annual International Mass held at St Bernadette’s.   The Mass was described by many parishioners as beautiful and deeply appreciated. The readings were proclaimed in Italian, Polish, and […]

Our parish primary school, St Michael’s RC Primary School, currently has spaces available for the September 2026 intake. Places are open for children of Nursery and Reception age (3 and 4 years old). The school warmly welcomes enquiries from families of all faiths who are looking for a caring, supportive, […]

A special Mass with the Anointing of the Sacrament of the Sick will be celebrated at St Michael’s Church on Saturday 27th June at 2.00pm. This Mass is a lovely opportunity for our parish community to come together in prayer. The Sacrament of the sick offers spiritual strength and comfort […]

Our world needs prayer, and our young people are leading the way! Our Parish Impact Youth Group led a Rosary for Peace on Tuesday, 19th May at 6:00 PM in St. Bernadette’s Church. In the face of escalating conflict around the world, Pope Leo has called on all the faithful […]

Our parishioner Bernie Boardman will be running the AJ Bell Great Manchester Half Marathon on Sunday, 31st May to support the wonderful work of Caritas Diocese of Salford. Bernie has chosen to take on this challenge to raise vital funds for Caritas – to support people in our local area […]