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Sunday, August 30, 11:00 AM
CLW is a worship experience geared especially for children ages 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8, during the 11am Mass on Sundays. It mirrors the worship experience of the larger community, with a style that is age-appropriate, engaging, and interactive. CLW is not a formal religious education class nor is it intended to substitute for attendance in a religious education class - rather it partners with the religious education class and parental teaching at home.Read More -
Wednesday, September 2, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Baptism for infants and children aged 7 or younger of registered parishioners is celebrated throughout the year. Parents may be required to attend a Baptismal Preparation Class prior to scheduling a baptism. Baptism Preparation Classes are the FIRST WEDNESDAY of each month at 6pm in the Parish Center, Fr. McGivney Room.Read More -
Thursday, September 3, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
SAINT BERNADETTE YOUTH MINISTRY welcomes all 8th graders through high school students to be part of our growing ministry. We meet every Thursday evening from 6:30pm to 8:00pm. Sign up for text alerts for meeting info: To: 81010 Msg: @8732egRead More -
Sunday, September 6, 11:00 AM
CLW is a worship experience geared especially for children ages 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8, during the 11am Mass on Sundays. It mirrors the worship experience of the larger community, with a style that is age-appropriate, engaging, and interactive. CLW is not a formal religious education class nor is it intended to substitute for attendance in a religious education class - rather it partners with the religious education class and parental teaching at home.Read More
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REGISTRATION IS OPEN - CLICK HERE
Classes start on September 13, 2026 (9:45am - 10:45am) and will run through April 2026. All classes are held in Saint Mary Academy.
G.I.F.T (Growing in Faith Together) - A Religious Education program for children Grades Prek(4)-8 in Public School. Children learn their Catholic Faith Traditions, and parts of the Catholic Mass, and develop a deeper relationship with Jesus through Christ through prayer and Mass.Preparation for the Sacraments of Reconciliation, Holy Communion, and Confirmation are completed in the G.I.F.T. program for Saint Bernadette Public School children.
First Holy Communion: usually received in the 2nd grade. Preparation is a two-year program, usually beginning in 1st grade.
Confirmation: usually received in the 8th grade. Preparation is a two-year program, usually beginning in 7th grade.
If your child is in 3rd—8th grade and has not been baptized or received First Holy Communion, please call Wendy Meade at 815-3108.
Who is G.I.F.T. for?It is for students enrolled in a public school or homeschooled.
It's for students with special needs. We welcome the opportunity to include your child in our program!
What is the Cost?
$75 per child
Sports
Children attending G.I.F.T. are eligible to play sports for Saint Mary Academy.
REMINDRemind is a free text app that is safe and easy. It enables us to safely and efficiently communicate with our families about important information relating to GIFT, including inclement weather cancellations or special reminders. For text messages, enter 81010 or (510) 478-9047 in your “message” section of your phone, then text this message: @stbgift
To receive messages via email, send an email to: [email protected]
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CLW is a worship experience geared especially for children ages 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8, during the 11am Mass on Sundays. It mirrors the worship experience of the larger community, with a style that is age-appropriate, engaging, and interactive. CLW is not a formal religious education class nor is it intended to substitute for attendance in a religious education class - rather it partners with the religious education class and parental teaching at home.
Volunteers such as yourself are what allow this ministry to continue. Leaders, Assistant leaders. and Narthex monitors are needed. Easy-to-follow Lessons & materials are provided. Safe Environment training and a background check are required.
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Saint Bernadette Youth Ministry welcomes all 8th graders and high school youth. We meet every Thursday evening from 6:30pm to 8:00pm unless noted.
Sign up for text alerts: To: 81010 Msg: @8732eg
Questions (parents, you can ask too): [email protected]Contact: Sharon Schuhmann—815-3103 or [email protected]
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Each summer a terrific team of parishioners bring young and old together for one week to help God’s Word come to life! Vacation Bible School (VBS) is held on the Saint Bernadette Campus during the summer.
We had a Tree-mendous time at Rainforest Falls VBS 2026!
We had 65 children for the week who experienced Bible story adventures, science experiments and crafts, team-building games, and
unforgettable Bible songs. Special thank you to our wonderful volunteers:
Josh McMillen - MC
Amos Stinson - Bible Adventure Leader
Sue Fischesser - Bible Adventure Leader
Paulette Cunningham - Games/Snack Leader
Beth Hale - Games/Snack leader
Ana Feria - Craft Leader
Grace Yann - Photographer
Lauren Meade, Susan Saunders, Cindy Davis, Bruce Davis, Shannon Dolezal, Jenny Willis - Crew Leaders
Mike Hoffman, Dan Block - Set design and set-up
Thank you also to all of our 35 incredible youth volunteers!
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Contact Us
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Wendy Meadewendymstb2008.orgDirector of Children's Faith Formation
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