St. Bernard Catholic Church

In moments of deep trial, when human remedies seem to fail, the light of divine hope shines brightest through the patronage of the faithful Apostle of impossible causes. Known for his powerful intercession and steady guidance, he stands as a compassionate companion for every soul facing overwhelming challenges, reminding us that no burden is too heavy when placed in the hands of God. May his enduring legacy inspire us to trust unwaveringly in the Lord’s providence, finding in every trial a renewed promise of grace, healing, and victory.

Recorrer el mundo llevando el mensaje de Cristo no fue para San Juan Pablo II solo una misión, sino un testimonio vivo de que la fe puede transformar el corazón de la humanidad. Su vida entera, marcada por el perdón, la defensa de la dignidad humana y un abandono filial a la Santísima Virgen, nos recuerda que el amor de Dios es una fuente inagotable de fortaleza capaz de renovar cualquier historia. Al meditar en los días de esta novena en su honor, entregamos nuestras batallas, familias e intenciones a su amorosa intercesión. Pedimos que su legado nos guíe para construir puentes de paz, abrazar el Evangelio con ardor y caminar cada día con la certeza de que nunca estamos solos.

In October, as we dedicate this month to the Holy Rosary, every prayer becomes a gentle invitation to pause, breathe, and rest our souls in the presence of God. Walking hand in hand with our Blessed Mother, we place our days and worries into her care, discovering in this simple devotion a quiet sanctuary from the noise of the world. As we pray this Rosary, we entrust our deepest joys, trials, and silent intentions into the Immaculate Heart of Mary. We ask her motherly intercession to draw us ever closer to Jesus, granting us the grace to live each day with steady faith, humility, and inner peace.

La vida de Carlo Acutis es un faro de luz que nos recuerda que la santidad es posible hoy, en medio de la juventud, la tecnología y la cotidianidad de nuestro tiempo. Con su fe sencilla y su amor apasionado por la Eucaristía —a la que llamaba su autopista al cielo—, Carlo nos enseña a no ser fotocopias de las modas del mundo, sino versiones originales del amor de Dios, usando cada talento para iluminar a los demás. Pedimos que su ejemplo nos inspire a poner a Jesús en el centro de nuestras vidas y a caminar hacia la eternidad con un corazón alegre, auténtico y lleno de esperanza.

• Sat 4:00 PM & Sun 5:30 PM: Vigil Masses at St. Cyril & St. Boniface Church. • Sun 8:00 AM: Mass at St. Boniface Church. • Sun 10:00 AM: Mass at St. Peter Church. • Sun 12:00 PM: Mass at St. Cyril Church.

• Mon-Sat 9:00 AM: Daily Mass at St. Cyril Church. • Wed & Fri 12:00 PM: Mass at St. Peter Church. • Confessions Available.

• Wed Adoration at St. Peter Church. • Mass intentions for different individuals throughout the week.

Special Anniversary Mass on Nov 21 at 4:00 PM with Bishop Mark Eckman. Dinner to follow at Shannopin Country Club. RSVP for the celebration!

Vigil Mass on Saturdays at 5 pm and Sunday Mass at St. Mary Church at 10:30 am. Confession available on Saturdays at 4 pm and after weekday Masses. Weekday Masses from Tuesday to Friday at 8 am.

High school hangouts on November 2nd and December 7th for grades 9-12. Middle school open YAC/GYM from 6-8 pm on October 20th, November 17th, and December 15th at Navilleton. Various choir practices scheduled throughout the week.

Faith formation classes scheduled for Sunday, October 11th from 9:00-10:15 am. St. John's Annual Halloween party with a costume and Trunk-or-Treat event on Sunday, October 25 at 5:00 pm in the gym. Angel Tree initiative collecting Laundry Detergent or Dryer Sheets until October 13th.

Upcoming Bible Study series on 'Walking Toward Eternity: Daring to Walk the Walk' starting in March 2027. Music-related activities include various choir practices for adults, children, and youth throughout the week.

St. Mary-Navilleton's 47th Annual Spaghetti Dinner on Saturday, November 7th from 5-7:30 pm in the gym. Middle School Monthly Fall themed evening on October 24th. Burrito Rolling event for youth to donate to the Jeffersonville Community Kitchen.

Sunday Masses: Saturday 4:30 pm, Sunday 6:00 am, 7:30 am, 9:00 am, 10:30 am (Spanish), and 6:00 pm. Daily Masses: Monday, Tuesday, Friday & Saturday at 8:00 am. Reconciliation on Wednesday at 7:30 - 7:50 am, Thursday at 7:00 - 8:00 pm, and Saturday at 8:30 - 9:30 am.

Join us on Saturday, October 17th at 6:30 pm for the White Mass with Bishop Siegel, a special celebration for the healthcare community. It will be a time for blessing patients, doctors, nurses, and caregivers alike.

Save the date for the Steak Night Appreciation Dinner on October 27th, 2026 at the Huntingburg Event Center. Tickets are $25 per person and available for purchase at the parish office. All are welcome!

Middle School Faith Formation on Wednesday evenings with pizza at 5:30 pm followed by the class. High School Faith Formation follows at 6:30 pm with pizza, class from 7-8:15 pm, and Bosco Night this Sunday at 8:30 - 9:30 pm at the Bosco House.

The St. Joseph Middle School Retreat to St. Louis Zoo will take place on October 17th. Meet at 10 am for a tour and Mass at the Cathedral, followed by dinner at Fitz's. Open to all middle schoolers. Don't forget to bring money for lunch and souvenirs!

Confession times: Tue after Mass, Thu 5:30-6:30 PM, Fri after Mass, Sat 2-3:30 PM. Eucharistic Adoration: Mon 8 AM - 8 PM, Wed 3-8 PM, Fri 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM. Mass schedule: Tue 6:15 PM, Wed 9:30 AM, Thu 8 AM, Fri 3:15 PM, Sat 4 PM, Sun 8 AM & 11 AM.

Interested in Becoming Catholic? Contact Brian Schunemann for details. Oct 17: Looking Forward Together. Oct 22: Holy Hour. Mass & Pitch-In at St. Mary and Happy Hour events coming up.