Information on Good Causes
Good causes abound, those based in the parish, those supported by the work of parishioners, and those organizations who have come to speak at our Masses or through our Justice and Peace Committee.
WORRIER TO WARRIOR RETREAT
The Holy Face Ministry will be presenting a two day retreat at the Mother of Mercy House, 6131 Newton Road, Orchard Park. The title of the retreat is Worrier to Warrior: Developing a real, intimate relationship with God, Friday, September 14th at 7 p.m. and Saturday September 15th 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Speakers include Jon Corto, former Buffalo Bill, John Constantino, former reconnaissance officer in the United States Marine Corps, John Tomasello and Maren Lelonek from the Holy Face Ministry. The cost is $35 which includes lunch on Saturday. Registration is required by calling our office at 716-662-6025. Limited seating so register early!"
The Holy Face Ministry will be presenting a two day retreat at the Mother of Mercy House, 6131 Newton Road, Orchard Park. The title of the retreat is Worrier to Warrior: Developing a real, intimate relationship with God, Friday, September 14th at 7 p.m. and Saturday September 15th 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Speakers include Jon Corto, former Buffalo Bill, John Constantino, former reconnaissance officer in the United States Marine Corps, John Tomasello and Maren Lelonek from the Holy Face Ministry. The cost is $35 which includes lunch on Saturday. Registration is required by calling our office at 716-662-6025. Limited seating so register early!"
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SENIOR VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
The Hamburg School District is looking for Senior Volunteers (55 and over) who are willing to help out in the elementary school classrooms (either Union Pleasant, Boston Valley, Charlotte or Armor Schools). Volunteer at your local elementary school with children in our community who need you! Whether it’s reading to a class or assisting with class activities, helping these kids is sure to put a smile on your face! (Times are flexible-you would be paired up with a teacher.) Come show off your "grandparenting" skills with kids in our community!! Call Delia Becker at 860-8541 today!! |
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FAIR TRADE COFFEE AND MORE
St. Bernadette Justice and Peace Committee provides fair trade coffee for sale in both the Parish Office and the Church/Parish Center Foyer. They also occasionally feature other fair trade items like fair trade chocolates.
St. Bernadette Justice and Peace Committee provides fair trade coffee for sale in both the Parish Office and the Church/Parish Center Foyer. They also occasionally feature other fair trade items like fair trade chocolates.
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY
Join with other parishioners from St. Bernadette once a month to help provide decent housing for families. Call Tim Mullins at 425-8742 for more information on dates and to find out about volunteer opportunities.
Join with other parishioners from St. Bernadette once a month to help provide decent housing for families. Call Tim Mullins at 425-8742 for more information on dates and to find out about volunteer opportunities.
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PARISH NEIGHBORS FOOD COLLECTION
The current economy has left many in need of assistance. Download the file at the right to see what you might donate to assist. |
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CATHOLIC CHARITIES APPEAL
Catholic Charities give hope to thousands of Western New Yorkers. Please be generous in this year’s appeal. You may return your pledges and donations in the collection basket, at the office or by mail. Click the heading for more information.
Catholic Charities give hope to thousands of Western New Yorkers. Please be generous in this year’s appeal. You may return your pledges and donations in the collection basket, at the office or by mail. Click the heading for more information.
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ST. LUKE’S BABY ROOM
Diapers and other baby items are desperately needed on an on-going basis for the work our St. Bernadette parishioners are doing at St. Luke’s Mission of Mercy. Download the file for more info. |
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WINGS OF HOPE
Pete Parsons was the featured speaker at the Parish Breakfast hosted by Holy Name on Sunday, April 10th. They provide free flights to those in need of distant medical care. Click the heading to visit their home page, learn more about them, to volunteer or donate.
Pete Parsons was the featured speaker at the Parish Breakfast hosted by Holy Name on Sunday, April 10th. They provide free flights to those in need of distant medical care. Click the heading to visit their home page, learn more about them, to volunteer or donate.
FOOD FOR THE POOR
Fr. Michael Goodavish visited our parish the weekend of October 17th & 18th, 2015, to ask for our help in providing basic needs for those living in extreme poverty. Click on the heading to learn more.
Fr. Michael Goodavish visited our parish the weekend of October 17th & 18th, 2015, to ask for our help in providing basic needs for those living in extreme poverty. Click on the heading to learn more.
FOUNDATION FOR CHILDREN IN NEED
Dr. Geetha and Tom Chitta, co-founders of The Foundation for Children in Need, which ministers to rural villages in India, spoke to our community the Weekend of May 24th & 25th, 2014. Click the heading to visit their website to learn more about their ministry and/or make a donation.
Dr. Geetha and Tom Chitta, co-founders of The Foundation for Children in Need, which ministers to rural villages in India, spoke to our community the Weekend of May 24th & 25th, 2014. Click the heading to visit their website to learn more about their ministry and/or make a donation.
CLOTHING FOR ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY
Bins are available on the north side of the school building to receive your donations of new or gently used clothing for the St. Vincent de Paul Society.
Bins are available on the north side of the school building to receive your donations of new or gently used clothing for the St. Vincent de Paul Society.
EL BUEN AMIGO
This non-profit has sold its fair trade items at St. Bernadette for many years. Visit their store or their website to learn more.
This non-profit has sold its fair trade items at St. Bernadette for many years. Visit their store or their website to learn more.
HOPELINE — DOMESTIC VIOLENCE OUTREACH PROGRAM
This program connects survivors of domestic violence to vital resources, funds organizations nationwide and protects the environment. Donate your old phone to help. Click the line in the heading to learn more.
This program connects survivors of domestic violence to vital resources, funds organizations nationwide and protects the environment. Donate your old phone to help. Click the line in the heading to learn more.
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE HELP FROM THE FAMILY JUSTICE CENTER
Click the heading for help in dealing with domestic violence.
Click the heading for help in dealing with domestic violence.
HUMAN TRAFFICKING
For more information on this tragic problem or to report suspicious activity, click the heading.
For more information on this tragic problem or to report suspicious activity, click the heading.
INTERESTED IN ADOPTION OR BEING A FOSTER PARENT?
Charlene Bermingham from Erie County recently spoke to parishioners about the possibilities. Click the heading for more information or visit the Child and Family Services Website.
Charlene Bermingham from Erie County recently spoke to parishioners about the possibilities. Click the heading for more information or visit the Child and Family Services Website.
CHRISTIAN FOUNDATION FOR CHILDREN AND AGING
Fr. Bill Wangler spoke on behalf of this organization at Masses August 11th & 12th, 2012. To learn more about this well-managed organization and how to sponsor a child or elderly person living in poverty, click the heading.
Fr. Bill Wangler spoke on behalf of this organization at Masses August 11th & 12th, 2012. To learn more about this well-managed organization and how to sponsor a child or elderly person living in poverty, click the heading.
CROSS INTERNATIONAL CATHOLIC OUTREACH
Fr. William Harry of Cross Catholic Outreach spoke at all Masses the weekend of October 12th and 13th, 2013 Click the heading to find out more or make a donation.
Fr. William Harry of Cross Catholic Outreach spoke at all Masses the weekend of October 12th and 13th, 2013 Click the heading to find out more or make a donation.
JOIN THE CATHOLIC ADVOCACY NETWORK
Sign up at www.nyscatholic.org to make your voice heard or visit the New York State Chapter at www.nyscatholic.org.
Sign up at www.nyscatholic.org to make your voice heard or visit the New York State Chapter at www.nyscatholic.org.