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Baptism is the first step leading to full membership the Church.
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Baptisms are held on the second and fourth Sunday of each month, immediately following the 10:30 am Mass.
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Baptisms must be scheduled at least one month in advance. Parent(s) are required to attend a Pre-Jordan class, which is held the first Sunday of each month (unless it is a holiday) at 11:15 in the Rectory meeting room.
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Please contact our Parish priest to make arrangements for your child's Baptism.
First Penance
First Penance is obtained by either attending Catholic school, C.C.D. or R.C.I.A. programs. Please contact the parish office for more information.
Holy Communion and Confirmation
Holy Communion and Confirmation are obtained either by attending Catholic school, CCD or R.C.I.A programs. For more information about these programs, please contact the parish office.
Sacrament of MatrimonyÂ
Congratulations on your engagement!
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia requires a preparation period before the celebration of marriage: you should contact our parish priest no later than six months prior to your intended wedding date.
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Engaged couples are required to participate in a Pre-Cana program of marriage preparation. This can be done through programs sponsored by the archdiocesan Family Life Office or any Church that holds the classes. More information is available from the priest preparing you for marriage.
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You are invited to have your own priest, who is a family member or friend, celebrate your wedding here at the parish. Our parish priest can provide more information on this.
The Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick is celebrated for the sick, elderly, and those anticipating surgery.
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For more information, please contact the Parish Office at 215-333-0446.
Letters of Eligibility
for Sponsorship
In order to be a sponsor or receive a Letter of Eligibility, one must be a practicing Catholic at least 16 years old, who has received all of the sacraments of initiation (Baptism, Holy Communion and Confirmation), if married, married validly in the Catholic Church, or, if not married, living a life in harmony with the faith.
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Current parishioners of St. Bernard seeking Letters of Eligibility, please call the Parish office to schedule an appointment.