Saint Bernadette Parish

Welcome to St. Bernadette Parish.  
Wherever you may be in your spiritual journey,
we hope you will feel at home here as part of the parish family.

CLICK HERE NOW FOR THE RECORDING OF SATURDAY EVENING'S 5PM LIVE-STREAMED MASS ON MAY 30TH.
We regret that there were some issues with the last recording.  A new link is being formatted and will be posted soon.  Thank you for your patience as we work through the bugs in the system.  

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE LINKS FOR THE LIVE-STREAM AND THE VIDEO ARE DIFFERENT AND NOT INTERCHANGEABLE.  THE LINK FOR THE LIVE STREAM WILL ONLY SHOW YOU A PICTURE WHEN THE CAMERA IS TURNED ON.  ANY OTHER TIME OF THE WEEK, PLEASE CLICK ON THE VIDEO TO SEE THE MASS.

In this time of confinement, when we are not able to gather as community and receive the body and blood of Jesus Christ in Holy Communion,  we are able to make a Spiritual Communion with the following prayer:

My Jesus, I believe that you are present in the most holy Eucharist. I Iove you above all things, and I desire to receive you into my soul.  Since I cannot at this moment receive you sacramentally, come at least spiritually into my heart.  I embrace you as if you were already there and unite myself wholly to you.  Never permit me to be separated from you.  Amen
 

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Salt and Light is offering many free resources for Catholics.  One option is Cardinal Collins who offers a reflection on a biblical passage before leading Lectio Divina prayer.
CLICK HERE  for the whole series of reflections.

Recently, many thoughtful discussions have occurred regarding how to honor the incredible legacies of two of our most prominent hospitals, while strengthening our future and prominence as one CHI Franciscan. Beginning June 2, 2020 Harrison Medical Center, including our expansion in Silverdale, will adopt the new name of St. Michael Medical Center and Highline Medical Center in Burien will be renamed St. Anne Hospital.

 Given the unprecedented time we are facing as a community, the timing could not be better to unite us under the same naming conventions, as Saints are defined in history as selfless people who lead their lives caring for others—people who embody the same values and strength as our team.

Throughout our rich 130-year history, our ministry has experienced times of great suffering and illness and has always overcome – often stronger and more resilient than before. In 1918, in response to the Spanish Flu pandemic, a hospital was founded on the Kitsap Peninsula to provide much needed care to the surrounding region. Similarly, more than 60 years ago, Burien celebrated the opening of its first and only hospital to proudly serve the diverse populations of South King County. Today, in the midst of another pandemic, we honor both of our hospitals’ legacies with names that reflect the invaluable contributions they have made to our communities. 

As with our other Saint-named hospitals, St. Michael and St. Anne embody our mission to serve all those in need by making the healing presence of God known by improving the health of the people we serve.

St. Anne signifies grace. She is the patron saint of mothers, grandmothers, women in labor, and educators. As the mother of Mary, St. Anne symbolizes motherly protection. As such, St. Anne Hospital will continue to serve as a steadfast beacon of healing and grace by delivering high-quality, compassionate care at every stage of life.

Particularly as we face this uncertain and challenging time in our history, St. Michael and St. Anne serve as symbols that we stand as One CHI Franciscan, united under a common purpose and mission to serve our communities for years to come.