Food Donations Needed
On November 15 and 16, St. Bernard is sponsoring a food drive for the Roser Food Pantry in Anna Maria. The pantry is in great need of soup, canned fruits and vegetables, canned meats, pastas, rice and cereals. Baskets are near the front doors of the church. Food can also be dropped off at the St. Bernard church office on Monday and Tuesday, November 17 and 18, from 8:30 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. Monetary funding is also needed. Checks can be sent to the Roser Church Food Pantry, P.O. Box 247, Anna Maria, Florida 34216. Thank you for your generosity.
All Saints & Souls
A commemorative photo of the All Saints and All Souls Day memorial has been added to the “Pray for us Tab”. You can click on the photo for a full size view on the device of your choice (phone, tablet or desk top) and save or print as desired.
Social And Educational
All Educational & Social Gatherings are Postponed Until Further Notice. St Bernard’s Rummage will be unable to accept any donations in the near future.
MARIAN GROTTO BRICKS
Engraved paving bricks to honor your loved ones at the Marian Grotto are available. The cost of an engraved brick is $150. Please see the details at the Women’s Guild Ministry link on the home page. The announcement contains a down-loadable form for ordering bricks.
St. Bernard Ministries
The Parish is grateful for the generosity of members past and present for their dedication of time, effort, talent and treasure to make this a vibrant parish. Please consider joining a ministry by contact the office at 941.778.4769 or Office@StBernardCC.org these include: Respect Life, Hospitality (ushers), Lector, Holy Name Society (men), Women’s Guild, Eucharistic Ministry, Alter and Server Memorial Garden Care.
All Island Denominations (AID)
Can We Help You? Those in need of financial aid who live, work or worship on Anna Maria Island or have children attending AMI Elementary School are eligible. Call AID at 941.725.2433. Cornelia Zanetti, President.
My Parish App
Want the latest news, daily Mass readings, calendar, news or bulletins about St Bernard or any parish you choose on your phone? Go to your favorite App Store and download My Parish App. Easy to use and loaded with essentials.
MOMS IN NEED
WALKING WITH MOMS IN NEED All parishioners will want to learn about “Walking with Moms in Need,” a new program which educates Parish staff and the faithful where to send a pregnantwoman in need (https://dioceseofvenice.org/ walking-with-moms-in-need)
Diocese of Venice Televised Sunday Mass
You’ll find the Diocese of Venice televised Mass from the Diocese is on Sundays at 9:30 am on Channel 4 and EWTN is on Channel 111, both on Spectrum. The mass is also on the web at diocese venice.org/tvmass.
Please Drive Carefully in Parking Lot
The speed limit in the parking lot is 9 1/2 mph for the safety of parishioners, especially before and after Masses when many small children are present.
FYI – Hearing Loop
St. Bernard’s has installed a Hearing Loop to assist those with hearing loss. To receive the loop signal, manually activate your T-coil or telephone setting on your hearing aid or cochlear implant. Consult your audiologist if you have questions.