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Traveling - check out Masstimes.org

Posted on May 30, 2019 in: General News

Traveling - check out Masstimes.org
Traveling check out: www.masstimes.org for a listing of churches and Mass times around the world.  When you attend a Mass outside of St. Bernard’s, remember to bring back a bulletin.  If you want to stay connected you can find our bulletin on the website each week.   &n...

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Reconciliation Times

Posted on February 27, 2020 in: General News

Reconciliation Times
Wednesdays: 9:30am after morning Mass // Saturdays:   4:30pm Or anytime by appointment

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YouTube

Posted on March 23, 2023 in: General News

YouTube
You can find our Video Masses on our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/@st.bernard.billings23 St. Bernard's Church Billings, MT

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The Labyrinth at St. Bernard's

Posted on April 08, 2020 in: General News

The Labyrinth at St. Bernard's
The Labyrinth at St. Bernard's Catholic Community - (found behind the Church). Essentially the labyrinth is a prayer walk, a tool used in walking meditation and a symbolic reminder of the spiritual journey. The idea and design of the labyrinth is ancient and found in cultures all over the wor...

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Tithing

Posted on July 15, 2020 in: General News

Tithing
Please consider giving electronically. Once you have an account set up, you have the freedom to set up your own donation schedule, view completed and scheduled transactions, and make changes and updates on a 24 hour per day basis.  The set-up is very user-friendly and allows for great flexibili...

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Formed

Posted on March 16, 2022 in: General News

Formed
https://diocesegfb.org/diocese-of-great-falls-billings-has-partnered-with-formed/ https://leaders.formed.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/FORMED-Parent-Letter.pdf   

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Grief Support Group Tuesdays 1pm

Posted on June 14, 2022 in: General News

Grief Support Group Tuesdays 1pm
Riverstone Health Home Care & Hospice Services have begun a Grief Group on TUESDAYS at St. Bernard's in 1pm in King David Room. Other times offered by Riverstone Health: Fridays: 1-2pm Weekly at St. Luke's Episcopal Church - 119 N 33rd St. Bravehearts and Living with Loss contac...

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Eucharistic Adoration

Posted on August 31, 2023 in: General News

Eucharistic Adoration
Eucharistic Adoration EXPOSITION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT St. Bernard’s Adoration Chapel - 1st Thursday of the Month 7:30 am to 11:30 am Sign up at the back of the church, or just drop by.  

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2018 Parish Pictorial Directory

Posted on March 27, 2018 in: General News

2018 Parish Pictorial Directory
We are doing a new parish pictorial directory. Lifetouch will be here in May to take our pictures. Dates: May 2-12, 15-10, 22-26.  Look for a table at the back of church after Easter to sign up for our time.  For your convenience you may click on the picture and sign up today. Cli...

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Holy Day - New Year's Day

Posted on December 10, 2018 in: General News

New Year's Day Mass Holy Day Of Obligation: Soleminty of Mary, The Holy Mother of God January 1, 2019, 10:00am Mass  

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2019 VBS

Posted on May 28, 2019 in: General News

Vacation Bible School:  June 10 - 19 - 9am to Noon..  Go to Faith Formation K-3 and in the lower right you will find the registration forms.  Get signed up now.  Ages 4-10. 

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Thanksgiving Day

Posted on November 07, 2019 in: General News

Thanksgiving Day
Thanksgiving Day Mass, Thursday, November 28th is at 9am.  Join us for this special Mass.

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Christmas Party

Posted on December 02, 2019 in: General News

Christmas Party
St. Bernard’s Parish Christmas Party: Sat., Dec. 14th Our Parish Christmas Party is Dec. 14, after the 5pm Mass. Chicken, Mashed potatoes, corn and gravy is on the menu along with your savory and sweets dishes.  A-M brings salad and N-Z brings desserts.  We will have a visit from ...

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Advent Penance Services

Posted on November 27, 2019 in: General News

Advent Penance Services
Advent Penance Services For Billings: December 10 – St. Patrick’s – 7pm December 11 –   Mary Queen Of Peace 11am December 18 – St. Bernard - 7:00 pm December 19 – St. Pius X (West End) 7:00 pm

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Welcome Christmas Greeting

Posted on December 18, 2019 in: General News

Welcome Christmas Greeting
    “Merry Christmas” isn’t just a jolly greeting – it’s a blessing. A blessing that God’s peace be with you.     Wonderful and surprising things always happen during the Christmas season – generous sharing of gifts and resou...

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Thank You

Posted on December 18, 2019 in: General News

Thank You
What we give to the poor in His name, we also give to Jesus.  We are extremely grateful to each of you for the gifts that you gave during the advent season, Food, toys and baby gifts. You brightened the lives of many people and will continue to do so.  “May the Lord reward you for yo...

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January 1, 2020

Posted on December 18, 2019 in: General News

January 1, 2020
Holy Day of Obligation - The Solemnity of Mary, The Holy Mother Of God - January 1, 2020 -  Mass at 10am  

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Share Your Crèche

Posted on December 27, 2019 in: General News

Share Your Crèche
Share Your Crèche The Knights of Columbus are sponsoring a Nativity Set display January 4th and 5th. This is the weekend of the Epiphany of the Lord. We are inviting parishioners to bring in their Nativity sets for a display before and after all Masses that weekend. We will have tables set up in ...

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Ladies High Tea

Posted on January 07, 2020 in: General News

Ladies High Tea
High Tea Time Ladies! Time to take out those bonnets and gloves, invite the nieces and granddaughters and join us at the annual St. Bernard High Tea produced by those wonderful women in Sisters of Faith CCW Circle on Saturday, January 25th from 1-3PM. Call Alice at 248-2420 or purchase tickets af...

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Adult Education

Posted on January 06, 2020 in: General News

Adult Education
Adult Education is starting up again on January 20!  We will be offering meetings at both 11:30am and 6pm in the classrooms in the back of Daly Hall.  Anyone is welcome to join us for any night.  If you want to be on our email list for updates please contact Brian Shea at brians@stber...

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Ash Wednesay

Posted on February 11, 2020 in: General News

Ash Wednesay
St. Bernard's Masses For Ash Wednesday are Wednesday Feb. 26th at 9am and 7pm. Distribution of Ashes.

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Family Promise

Posted on January 17, 2020 in: General News

Family Promise
We will be hosting Family Promise guests March 1  - 8.  Could you spend two hours, from 6:30-8:30pm visiting with guests? Could you sleep over one night by arriving at 8:30pm and leaving at 6:00am? Could you prepare a meal and serve to our guests? Other opportunities to serve include helpi...

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Message from Bishop Warfel

Posted on March 17, 2020 in: General News

Message from Bishop Warfel
As promised, this update comes to you immediately following our notification by Bishop Michael Warfel.   In short, ALL public Masses and general gatherings of the faithful for meetings/group prayer in the Diocese of Great Falls-Billings have been suspended until Monday, March 30th.  The...

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Pandemic Prayer from Catholic Theological Union, Chicago

Posted on March 19, 2020 in: General News

Pandemic Prayer from Catholic Theological Union, Chicago
Pandemic Prayer from Catholic Theological Union, Chicago: May we who are merely inconvenienced remember those whose lives are at stake. May we who have no risk factors remember those most vulnerable. May we who have the luxury of working from home remember those who must choose between pres...

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Free Resources To Help While Quarantined During Lent

Posted on March 17, 2020 in: General News

Free Resources To Help While Quarantined During Lent
Here are some helpful hints during this time at home to have some resources available to aid in your formation and study, especially during this Lenten season. Hopefully there is something for everyone here. ·         Our own local Billings Cath...

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St. Bernard's Holy Week

Posted on April 09, 2020 in: General News

St. Bernard's Holy Week
We will have posted Service of Shadows (stations sung by choir members) for Good Friday and Easter Sunday Mass.  Please join us - www.stbernardblgs.org or YouTube - St. Bernard's Catholic Church Billings, MT. God Bless and pray for each other.

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Holy Week At Home

Posted on April 03, 2020 in: General News

Holy Week At Home
Go the bulletins above and find an article about Holy Week at Home.

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Free Give us This Day

Posted on April 01, 2020 in: General News

Free Give us This Day
We have free devotional books for the month of April.  They are on a table inside the 2nd set of doors at the front of church if you would like to stop by and get one.  It has daily readings, prayers.

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BILLINGS CENTRAL SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS

Posted on March 12, 2020 in: General News

BILLINGS CENTRAL SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS
BILLINGS CENTRAL SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS:   Application forms are now available in the St. Bernard’s church office for two $1,000 tuition-assistance scholarships to Billings Central Catholic High School for the year 2019-2020.  These scholarships are sponsored by St. Bernar...

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Graduating Seniors 2020

Posted on April 22, 2020 in: General News

Graduating Seniors 2020
To all Graduating seniors of St. Bernard’s church,           Due to the Covid 19 outbreak, we have canceled the Senior Breakfast.  We still want to congratulate all your accomplishments and reward you for all your success.  Know that th...

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Prayer For a Spiritual Communion

Posted on March 31, 2020 in: General News

Prayer For a Spiritual Communion
Prayer for a Spiritual Communion: My Jesus, I believe that You are present in the Most Holy Sacrament. I love 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 we...

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Youth Group News

Posted on March 31, 2020 in: General News

Youth Group News
Brian and the youth group volunteers are trying to find new and creative ways to meet and keep the youth busy during this time of social distancing.  If you would like to keep up to date with what they youth group is doing please contact Brian Shea at brians@stbernardblgs.org and he will m...

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Adult Education

Posted on March 31, 2020 in: General News

Adult Education
Adult Education - We will be discussing the entire book He Leadeth Me on May 4 at 11am on Zoom.  For a link and password to this Zoom meeting please contact Brian at brians@stbernardblgs.org.  If you are not receiving adult education emails and would like to be added to our list ...

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Adult Education For May 28th

Posted on May 26, 2020 in: General News

Adult Education For May 28th
This Thursday, May 28th at 11am, Gary Rome will be leading a presentation about Mary on Zoom.  You don’t want to miss this talk as he will be covering a lot of interesting material.  Here is the link and password.   Topic: Adult Education - Mary  Contact Brian for inf...

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Pentecost

Posted on May 15, 2020 in: General News

Pentecost
Remember to wear RED for Pentecost Masses, May 30 & 31.

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Memo From Bishop Warfel 5.29.2020

Posted on May 30, 2020 in: General News

Memo From Bishop Warfel 5.29.2020
Diocese of Great Falls-Billings Catholic Church of Eastern Montana M E M O R A N D U M DATE: May 29, 2020 TO: Parishioners of the Diocese of Great Falls-Billings FROM: Bishop Michael W. Warfel +BMW SUBJECT: Phase Two reopening of parishes for public worship     The annou...

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Baptism

Posted on June 25, 2020 in: General News

Baptism
Next Baptism, Sunday, July 5th after the 9am Mass.  Call the office to schedule.  259-4350

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Food Bank

Posted on June 25, 2020 in: General News

Food Bank
Food Bank weekend July 4 & 5.  Please help out and bring some food.

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K-3 Parent Meeting

Posted on July 01, 2020 in: General News

K-3 Parent Meeting
Parents Meeting: We will be having a parents meeting  Monday July 13th, at 6:00pm in the main church. Please come in the main doors of the church and sit in the pews to continue social distancing. This meeting is to talk about the K-3 Faith formation program.  We will talk about what is go...

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RCIA

Posted on July 20, 2020 in: General News

RCIA
The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) program is for those looking to receive the Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist).  Classes are held Sunday mornings, following the 9am Mass.  Any Catholic who has not received the Sacrament of Confirmation, those ...

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At Home VBS

Posted on July 10, 2020 in: General News

At Home VBS
Because we had to cancel our Vacation Bible School this year due to the coronavirus doesn’t mean we can’t learn about God this summer right in our own homes.  This at home VBS includes a bible story with a video, talking points, an interactive activity or craft that connects to the ...

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Weekend Mass Times

Posted on April 24, 2020 in: General News

Weekend Mass Times
Masses are Saturdays at 5pm and Sundays at 9am. (9am is live streamed - facebook and on our website before 12noon on Sundays)

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Life Chain

Posted on September 09, 2020 in: General News

Life Chain
Join pro-life people in the Billings area on Respect Life Sunday, Oct. 4th at 2 pm for the 14th Annual LIFE CHAIN – an international movement that consists of a peaceful, prayerful, public witness of pro-life people standing for 90 minutes, praying for our nation and for an...

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10th Annual Rosary Rally

Posted on September 28, 2020 in: General News

10th Annual Rosary Rally
10th Annual Billings Rosary Rally! When:   Sat., Oct. 10, Noon Where: At the 40 Days for Life vigil site 100 W. Wicks La. (at Babcock & Wicks) Why:     To beg Our Lady’s Intercession! For our country, that we turn to God & honor Him in all things For ...

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The Eucharist: Catholic Beliefs and Practices

Posted on September 18, 2020 in: General News

The Eucharist: Catholic Beliefs and Practices
The Eucharist: Catholic Beliefs and Practices The fourth in a series of teachings on the Eucharist  By Bishop Warfel I was at one of our Catholic schools for Mass a while back. A Communion Minister mentioned to me that some of the Precious Blood had accidently spilled on the floor. I covered ...

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Registration for K-12 Religion

Posted on August 20, 2020 in: General News

Registration for K-12 Religion
The 2020-2021 registration forms for Sunday School, Kindergarten through High School are available in the lobby of the church and online at www.stbernardblgs.org. Whether you are going to be doing in-person groups or distant learning, we ask that everyone please turn in a new registration for the ne...

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RCIA

Posted on September 02, 2020 in: General News

RCIA
The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is the means for those looking to receive sacraments of initiation into the Catholic Church.  RCIA is also a wonderful catechesis for Catholics to grow in understanding of the Rites and celebration of the faith.  We are making these instruc...

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Digital Halloween Party

Posted on October 14, 2020 in: General News

Digital Halloween Party
Due to the growing number of active Covid cases in Yellowstone county, we will not be able to have our annual Halloween party here at St. Bernard’s, and that includes trunk or treat.  We still wish to celebrate with you, so this year we will be having a digital Halloween party!  Send...

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40 Days For Life

Posted on September 09, 2020 in: General News

40 Days For Life
40 DAYS for LIFE: Sept. 23 - Nov. 1  Help us witness to the sanctity of every human life by scheduling an hour per week. Our parish has committed to covering every Wednesday of the campaign; to help fill our church’s day, call Alvina Buck at 860-5553 or 259-3168. For more informat...

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SVdP

Posted on October 19, 2020 in: General News

SVdP
Did you know that besides serving a warm lunch, St. Vincent de Paul also provides sack lunches that our friends can take with them. Typically these include peanut butter and jelly or a meat and cheese sandwich, bottled water, soft fruit or a fruit cup, and a sweet treat like a granola bar. Feel free...

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Fall Craft Fair

Posted on July 01, 2020 in: General News

Fall Craft Fair
Craft Show Cancelled According to the announcement by John Felton, head of the Yellowstone County Health Board, on October 12, we regret to tell you that we must cancel this year's 39th annual Council of Catholic Women Craft Fair to be held on November 7, including bake sale an...

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Adult Education

Posted on October 14, 2020 in: General News

Adult Education
Adult education has started.  We meeet on Mondays at 11:30am in Daly Hall and 6pm in St. Clare.  Please join us for lively discussions as we gather together to learn more about our faith.  All are welcome!  In order to keep everyone safe and healthy we ask that everyone wear a ma...

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Holy Day: Dec. 8th

Posted on December 03, 2020 in: General News

Holy Day: Dec. 8th
Holy Day: Tuesday, Dec. 8th - The Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary: Masses at St. Bernard's: 9am and 6pm. NO 7am Mass that day.

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Advent Book

Posted on November 19, 2020 in: General News

Advent Book
Those popular “Little Books” for Advent can be ordered directly from their website:            littlebooks.org.  

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Advent Weekly Themes

Posted on November 23, 2020 in: General News

Advent Weekly Themes
4th Weekend: Dec. 19 & 20 Baby Shower.  This weekend is set aside to honor Jesus through babies and children by having a Baby Shower for Jesus.  NO need to wrap these baby items with paper, just your love.  Bring your gifts to the ALTAR before Mass.  LaVie will use these g...

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Live Stream - Christmas Eve

Posted on December 17, 2020 in: General News

Live Stream - Christmas Eve
We will be live streaming Christmas Eve Mass at 4pm.  To view the live stream you will need to go to Mary Strauss Facebook page.  We will upload to YouTube (St. Bernard's Church Billings, MT) and our website as soon as we can after the Mass is finished.  Check after 7pm. Thank ...

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2020 Christmas Mass Times and Reservation Information

Posted on November 30, 2020 in: General News

2020 Christmas Mass Times and Reservation Information
St. Bernard's Christmas Eve: 4pm, 6:30pm, 8:30pm Christmas Day: 9am Reservations are Required. Dear Parishioners, Due to limited seating during this Covid 19 affliction, we shall offer reservations  for  Christmas Masses so that everybody doesn’t show up at the same ...

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Celebrating Christmas at Home

Posted on December 11, 2020 in: General News

Celebrating Christmas at Home
To all St. Bernard’s families,                 This Saturday would have been our annual Christmas party here at St. Bernard’s. Unfortunately, due to Covid we had to cancel yet another event.  To help ...

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New Year's Day Mass

Posted on December 28, 2020 in: General News

New Year's Day Mass
Solemnity of Mary - Mass on January 1, 2021 is at 10am.

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Scam Alert

Posted on December 29, 2020 in: General News

Scam Alert
Be aware of a text or email coming from Fr. David.  The text comes from 406-318-7955 and asks for Apple Store Gift Cards.   This is a scam, do not respond.  So sorry in advance. 

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From The Montana Catholic Conference, the Church's lobbying arm at the State Legislature

Posted on January 18, 2021 in: General News

 From The Montana Catholic Conference, the Church's lobbying arm at the State  Legislature. Yesterday it was announced that, as of now, there will be at least 4 abortion-related bills up for hearings next week. Tuesday, January 19 at 8:00 am in House Judiciary: ·&n...

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March For Life Sunday, January 24th

Posted on January 04, 2021 in: General News

March For Life Sunday, January 24th
Join Bishop Michael Warfel and others for the 14th Annual Billings MARCH FOR LIFE, marking the sad anniversary of 1973 Roe v. Wade Supreme Court decision, which ushered in an era of abortion on demand. Since then, an estimated 65 million innocent human beings have been legally killed in the U.S., al...

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National Marriage Week Feb. 7-14

Posted on January 28, 2021 in: General News

National Marriage Week Feb. 7-14
See Documents attached.

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Catholic School Week 2021

Posted on February 01, 2021 in: General News

Catholic School Week 2021
Click on link for video.   As we begin the second semester of school at Billings Catholic Schools, we also celebrate Catholic Schools Week. Our greatest appreciation goes out to Father Dave and all of the St. Bernard parishioners and staff for the support given to our schools during this ...

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Mask Mandate

Posted on February 11, 2021 in: General News

Mask Mandate
Feb. 10, 2021 To All: Governor Gianforte has reversed Governor Bullock’s mandate to wear masks which will begin on Friday, i.e., tomorrow. The wearing of masks at Catholic parishes in the Diocese of Great Falls-Billings, however, will continue to be required until such a time that a suff...

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Marriage Encounter

Posted on September 29, 2020 in: General News

Marriage Encounter
World Wide Marriage Encounter sees an opportunity to use the technology we have all recently become familiar with, to enrich our lives, by hosting several virtual marriage enrichments. Join us in taking this time to renew your marriage. Register for one or all three virtual events. Each enrichment i...

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Lent 2021

Posted on February 03, 2021 in: General News

Lent 2021
St. Bernard’s: Fridays during Lent 5:30pm Adoration 6pm Stations of the Cross  

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2021 Holy Week Schedule

Posted on March 04, 2021 in: General News

2021 Holy Week Schedule
Holy Week Schedule For St. Bernard’s Palm Sunday: Sat. March 27 – 5pm Sun. March 28 – 9am and 11am Holy Thursday Mass: April 1 – 7pm Good Friday Service: April 2 – 7pm Easter Vigil Mass: April 3rd – 8pm Easter Sunday Mass: April 4th – 9a...

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Reservations are full for Easter Sunday

Posted on March 04, 2021 in: General News

Reservations are full for Easter Sunday
RESERVATIONS ARE FULL FOR EASTER SUNDAY. There is space available in Daly Hall or the Basement - no reservation needed. Easter Sunday Reservations As with Christmas this year, our celebrations of the Lord Jesus on Easter Sunday will require some extra care to ensure the safety of all who will ...

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Posture Change For Mass

Posted on November 25, 2020 in: General News

Posture Change For Mass
Posture Change for Mass Directed By Bishop Michael Warfel “After consultation with the Diocesan Worship Commission and with members of the Priest’s Council on this question, the normal posture following the Lamb of God at Mass will be kneeling until the beginning of the Communion proce...

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Scholarships to Central High School for Boys and Girls

Posted on April 15, 2021 in: General News

Scholarships to Central High School for Boys and Girls
GIRLS: BILLINGS CENTRAL SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS Application forms are available in the St. Bernard’s church office for two $1,000 tuition-assistance scholarships  for girls to Billings Central Catholic High School for the year 2020-2021.  These scholarships are sponsored by St. B...

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Great American Cleanup

Posted on April 15, 2021 in: General News

Great American Cleanup
Dear Bright n’ Beautiful friends, Join us for Keep America Beautiful Great American Cleanup in Billings!  As you know, Great American Cleanup is a great community event for our great community. If we operate with caution, we can still get out there and pitch in together in the fresh sp...

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Charity Fundraising Raffle - Diocese Of Great Falls-Billings

Posted on September 23, 2020 in: General News

Charity Fundraising Raffle - Diocese Of Great Falls-Billings
There is still time to get your tickets. They are available in the parish office.

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Message from Bishop Warfel

Posted on May 17, 2021 in: General News

After consulting, my Presbyteral Council, the Diocesan Pastoral Council, and my staff at the Chancery, I issue the following update to our directives. On Saturday, June 5, 2021, with the vigil of the Solemnity of the Body and Blood of Christ (formerly Corpus Christi), I am lifting the dispensatio...

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Family Summer Events

Posted on June 10, 2021 in: General News

Family Summer Events
Family Summer events are: August 19th at 10am – Pushing forward.  Isaiah on strength and Summer Olympics. Any questions please contact Tim McDonald at 259-4350 or tmcdonald@stbernardblgs.org.      

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CCW

Posted on May 10, 2021 in: General News

TO THE WOMEN OF ST. BERNARD PARISH St. Bernard Council of Catholic Women brings Catholic women together who love our Lord, love their faith, and who wish to share it with others. Our goal is to increase spirituality, develop women's leadership potential, and to motivate and assist women to ac...

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2021 Parish Picnic

Posted on August 18, 2021 in: General News

2021 Parish Picnic
Sunday, Sept. 12th after the 11am Mass. Food, bingo, music, games for adults and children.  The KC provide the meat, buns and drinks, church supplies, the plates, etc. If your last name begins with please bring: A-G Bring a Salad H-P Bring a Side Dish  Q-Z Bring a Dessert ...

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Part Time Bookkeeper - St. Bernard's

Posted on August 18, 2021 in: General News

Part Time Bookkeeper - St. Bernard's
Part Time Bookkeeper Position St. Bernard’s has an opening for part time Bookkeeper position. Applications deadlines due August 31. Position starts October 1.  Duties include processing donations, keeping, reporting financial records, paying bills, bank deposits, processing, payroll, f...

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Pet Blessing

Posted on September 21, 2021 in: General News

Pet Blessing
Weekend Oct. 2 & 3 - The Blessing Of The Pets. Please bring your pets for a blessing at all Masses.  We ask that you leave them in your vehicle until after Mass, then bring them up to the front door for a blessing.    

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Start Times

Posted on August 18, 2021 in: General News

Start Times
Starting Times K-3 Children's Faith Formation classes begin, Mon. Sept. 13 at 6pm - 7:15pm or                                 &nbs...

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Volunteers Needed

Posted on August 18, 2021 in: General News

Volunteers Needed
Volunteers needed for Sunday School, K-3 classes, and helpers for all 3 youth groups. Contact Tim or Brian to help out, 259-4350.

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Halloween Haunted House / Trunk or Treat

Posted on October 14, 2021 in: General News

Halloween Haunted House / Trunk or Treat
Halloween At. St. Bernard’s Due to the rising COVID numbers the Halloween party has been changed to a Haunted house and trunk or treating event.  Join us after the 5:00pm Mass on Oct. 23rd for a walk through the haunted house and Trunk or treat area. There will be goodie bags handed ou...

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Synod Prayer

Posted on January 18, 2021 in: General News

Synod Prayer
Synod Prayer    Jesus, Mary and Joseph, in you we contemplate the splendor of true love, to you we turn with trust.    Holy Family of Nazareth, grant that our families and households, the domestic churches of Eastern Montana, may be places of communion and prayer, of love a...

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Holy Day Masses - November 1st

Posted on October 27, 2021 in: General News

Holy Day Masses - November 1st
Since All Saints Holy Day falls on a Monday, there is No Obligation to attend Mass.  We will celebrate Mass at 10:30am on Monday, November 1st for those who wish.  

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Craft Fair

Posted on October 27, 2021 in: General News

Craft Fair
St. Bernard's Annual Craft Fair - Sat. Nov. 6th - 9am to 3pm.

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Time and Talent

Posted on October 08, 2021 in: General News

Time and Talent
Do you have time or talent that you can share with the parish?  Please fill out a Time and Talent form and return it to the parish office or scan and email it to marys@stbernardblgs.org      

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Turkey Bingo

Posted on November 18, 2021 in: General News

Turkey Bingo
Turkey Bingo Saturday, November 20th at 1pm in the basement.  Join us - kids play free.

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Thanksgivng Day Mass 9am

Posted on November 17, 2021 in: General News

Thanksgivng Day Mass 9am
St. Bernard's will have a 9am Mass on Thanksgiving Day, November 25th.

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Holy Day NOTE: Time Change

Posted on November 18, 2021 in: General News

Holy Day NOTE: Time Change
Holy Day: The Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Wednesday, December 8th Masses at 8:30am (changed from 9am) because we have a funeral at 10:30am and 7pm

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KC Tree Sales

Posted on November 18, 2021 in: General News

KC Tree Sales
Friday, Nov. 26th the lot will open at 9am (only for this day) Christmas Tree Lot Hours: M - F 3 PM to 7 PM, Saturday 9 AM to 9 PM,  Sunday 9 AM to 6 PM. Get your tree early, before they sell out. Thank you to everyone who supports us, you are helping financially support many local pro...

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Christmas Party

Posted on November 22, 2021 in: General News

Christmas Party
St. Bernard’s Parish Christmas Party: Sat., Dec. 18th Our Parish Christmas Party is Dec. 18th, after the 5pm Mass. Chicken, Mashed potatoes, corn and gravy is on the menu along with your savory and sweets dishes.  A-M brings Desserts and N-Z brings Salads.  We will have a visit fr...

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Sundays of Advent

Posted on November 22, 2021 in: General News

Sundays of Advent
1st Sunday of Advent:  November 27 & 28: Kirs Kringle Prayer Sunday Fill out the prayer card in your song sheet and return it to the office of collection basket and we will lift you up in prayer.   2nd Sunday of Advent:  December 4 & 5:  Food Bank Sunday: Bring y...

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Christmas Masses

Posted on December 13, 2021 in: General News

Christmas Masses
St. Bernard's: Friday, Dec. 24th, Christmas Eve: 4pm and 6:30pm - both with Children's Nativity Play Friday, Dec. 24th, Christmas Eve: 8:30pm - This Mass will be video taped Sat. Dec. 25, Christmas Day:  9am (NO 5pm Mass) Sunday, Dec. 26th - Masses at 9am and 11am   ...

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NO Masses on January 1, 2022

Posted on December 27, 2021 in: General News

NO Masses on January 1, 2022
There will be NO MASSES on January 1st.  It is not a Holy Day, because it falls on a Saturday.  And there will be NO 5pm Mass for the weekend.  Happy New Year. Sunday, January 2nd Masses will be at 9am and 11am. No Sunday School or RCIA that day.

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March For Life

Posted on January 03, 2022 in: General News

March For Life
Join us for the 15th Annual Billings March for Life and stand up for the sanctity of ALL human life! Date:  Sunday, January 23, 2022. Time:  2 to 3:30 p.m. Place:  Gather at St. Patrick’s (215 N. 31st), then walk solemnly & silently the four blocks to the  Yellowst...

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2021 Financial Statements

Posted on January 17, 2022 in: General News

2021 Financial Statements
2021 Financial Statements are available in the lobby.  If you have questions about them, contact Jodi in the office - 259-4350.

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St. Bernard’s Book Exchange

Posted on January 27, 2022 in: General News

St. Bernard’s Book Exchange
St. Bernard’s Book Exchange is Back If you have books or jigsaw puzzles to share with others, bring them by the office during office hours (M-Th – 8am to Noon, Fri. 8am to Noon). We are not excepting magazines, movies or music, this time. Book exchange will be held the weekend of Febr...

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Ash Wednesday

Posted on February 18, 2022 in: General News

Ash Wednesday
Ash Wednesday is March 2nd. Mass times are 9am and 7pm on Wed. with distrubution of Ashes.

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Stations of the Cross during Lent

Posted on February 18, 2022 in: General News

Stations of the Cross during Lent
Fridays during LENT: 5:30pm - Adoration 6pm Stations of the Cross and Benediction Followed by Soup and Bread Stations Of The Cross – 2022 March 5 - Groeschel led by Sara Cameron and Barb Klang March 11 - Senior led by Greg & Sherry Neill March 18 - Mary’s Way ...

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Rice Box Collection

Posted on March 31, 2022 in: General News

Rice Box Collection
Please return your Rice Boxes Palm Sunday weekend, April 9 and 10.  There will be baskets at the Altar to put your boxes in.  Thanks.

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Holy Week Mass Schedule

Posted on March 31, 2022 in: General News

Holy Week Mass Schedule
Holy Week Schedule: St. Bernard’s Palm Sunday:  Sat. 5pm, Sun. 9 and 11am Wed. April 13 - Seder Meal at 6pm (sign up)    Holy Thursday Mass: April 14 – 7pm Good Friday Service: April 15 – 7pm Easter Vigil Mass: April 16 – 8pm Easter Sunda...

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Worldwide Marriage Encounter

Posted on January 04, 2022 in: General News

Worldwide Marriage Encounter
restore​ communication​            rekindle​ romance​                      renew commitment​ A Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend has somet...

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Billings Central Ram Jam

Posted on April 28, 2022 in: General News

Billings Central Ram Jam
Please come out on May 14 for your oil change and car wash to support Billings Central’s sober graduation party, Ram Jam! Our Masterlube location is 2650 4th Ave N. All Masterlube locations will be participating in this amazing fundraiser for the graduating seniors of ALL Billings high schools...

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Youth Spaghetti Dinner May 21st

Posted on May 05, 2022 in: General News

Youth Spaghetti Dinner May 21st
Spaghetti Dinner/Cake Auction - The youth group will be having a spaghetti dinner on May 21 at 6pm in the basement of the church.  The cost is only $5 a person but afterwards we will be auctioning off cake for dessert.  Please come join us as this is the youth groups big fundraiser for our...

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2022 VBS week June 13-17.

Posted on May 02, 2022 in: General News

2022 VBS week June 13-17.
VBS week June 13 - 17.  To register contact Tim McDonald: tmcdonald@stbernardblgs.org or call 406-259-4350.  

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1st Annual Chili Cookoff and Barn Dance

Posted on June 03, 2022 in: General News

1st Annual Chili Cookoff and Barn Dance
Friday, June 24th (St. Bernard's) 5:30pm Chili Judging 5:45pm Chili Dinner for all 6:15pm Lawn Games 6:30pm Square Dancing begins Fun for the whole family with sack races, pie eating contest, bobbing for apples and more! Register for the Chili Cookoff by June 15.  Call Don...

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READY, AIM, PARTY!

Posted on July 05, 2022 in: General News

READY, AIM, PARTY!
Join us Sunday, July 24th following the 11am Mass for Nerf guns, water guns and a Water Slide! Hot Dogs will be served for lunch!  Bring your own nerf guns from home or choose from a small selection we will provide.  Fun for all Ages!  

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Outdoor Movie Night - August 13th

Posted on July 15, 2022 in: General News

Outdoor Movie Night - August 13th
Join us in the Back parking lot on Saturday, August 13th at 7pm for our 1st Outdoor Movie Night. There will be popcorn and snacks.  Movie will start at dusk - bring your lawn chairs, blankets, water bottles. All are welcome as we watch Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory rated G. The...

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Chili Cook off Party Winners!

Posted on July 05, 2022 in: General News

Chili Cook off Party Winners!
                  Kids Apple pie eating contest winners!               Adult Apple pie eating contest winers!            ...

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Church Picnic Sept. 11th

Posted on August 23, 2022 in: General News

Church Picnic Sept. 11th

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Halloween Party - Oct. 22nd

Posted on September 12, 2022 in: General News

Halloween Party - Oct. 22nd
Come join us Saturday, Oct. 22nd after the 5pm Mass. There will be games for all ages, Haunted House, trunk or treating, chili and hot dogs, pumpkins, and a cake walk. Wear your costume to Mass. Please donate candy for trunk or treating, and baked goods for the cake walk. If you would like to offer ...

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Holy Day of Obligation Nov. 1st

Posted on October 25, 2022 in: General News

Holy Day of Obligation Nov. 1st
All Saints Day, Tuesday, November 1st is a Holy Day of Obligation. Masses will be at 7am and 9am.

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Music Groups

Posted on September 14, 2022 in: General News

Music Groups
Music groups to start up in the Fall. 9am Choir rehearsals Wednesday @ 7pm in the church.  Sings every week, usually at 9am Mass.  Will rotate to some other services. High school group rehearsals.  Meets twice a month.  Will sing once a month. Youth choir (grades 1 to 7t...

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Turkey Bingo, Sunday, Nov. 13th - 1pm

Posted on November 08, 2022 in: General News

Turkey Bingo, Sunday, Nov. 13th - 1pm
The St. Bernard’s Activity Committee and the Knights of Columbus will be hosting Turkey Bingo Sun. Nov. 13th, at 1 pm in the basement at St. Bernard’s. Drinks and snacks will be provided.  Come and join in the fun.  More details to follow.

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Christmas Trees Lot Hours

Posted on November 28, 2022 in: General News

Christmas Trees Lot Hours
Christmas Tree Lot Hours: M - F 3 PM to 7 PM,  Saturday 9 AM to 9 PM,  Sunday 9 AM to 6 PM.  

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Thanksgiving Day Mass 9am

Posted on November 07, 2022 in: General News

Thanksgiving Day Mass 9am
Thanksgiving Day Mass:  Thursday,  November 24th - 9am.

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Holy Day Dec. 8th: Masses 7am & 9am - Immaculate Conception

Posted on November 28, 2022 in: General News

Holy Day Dec. 8th: Masses 7am & 9am - Immaculate Conception
Thursday, December 8th - Masses at 7am and 9am.

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Parish Christmas Party, Sat. Dec. 10th

Posted on October 25, 2022 in: General News

Parish Christmas Party, Sat. Dec. 10th
Mark your calendars:  Join us after the 5pm Mass on Saturday, Dec.10th for our Parish Chistmas Party. 

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Advent Sunday Themes

Posted on November 28, 2022 in: General News

Advent Sunday Themes
December 17-18 - Baby Shower for Lavie

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Adult Education

Posted on September 26, 2022 in: General News

Adult Education
Adult Faith Formation will be meeting on Mondays at 11:30am (Daly Hall) and 6pm (St. Clare).  All are welcome as this is an amazing group of people that meets to learn and discuss more about our faith.  If you have any questions or ideas for our adult faith formation please contact Brian S...

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Area Communal Penance Services for Advent

Posted on November 22, 2022 in: General News

Area Communal Penance Services for Advent
ADVENT COMMUNAL PENANCE SERVICES – 2022 December 13th, Tuesday:         St. Pius X (West end)             7:00 pm December 14th, Wednesday:    Mary, Queen of Peace &nbs...

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Christmas and New Years Mass Schedule

Posted on November 08, 2022 in: General News

Christmas and New Years Mass Schedule
New Years Masses: Sat. Dec. 31st - 5pm Sun. Jan. 1, 2023 Masses at 9am and 11am Sts. Cyril & Methodius in Ballantine Sun. Jan. 1st at 9am  

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Walk For Life

Posted on January 03, 2023 in: General News

Walk For Life
BILLINGS MARCH FOR LIFE Join Bishop Michael Warfel and the Billings pro-life community for the 16th Annual Billings March for Life and stand up for the sanctity of ALL human life! Date:  Sunday, January 22nd, 2023 – The 50th Anniversary of Roe v. Wade Time:  2 to 3:30 p.m. ...

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Marriage Encounter

Posted on January 03, 2023 in: General News

Marriage Encounter
Here I am Lord, I come to do your will.  Perhaps you being called in 2023 to enrich your marriage relationship?  Did you make a resolution to be more open, honest, kind, or spend more quality time with your family?  The Marriage Encounter Experience is an opportunity to focus on prior...

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Movie Night - Friday, January 27th

Posted on January 13, 2023 in: General News

Movie Night - Friday, January 27th

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Valentine's Date Night Friday February 10th

Posted on January 13, 2023 in: General News

Valentine's Date Night Friday February 10th

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Book Exchange (Swap) Feb. 11 & 12

Posted on January 19, 2023 in: General News

Book Exchange (Swap) Feb. 11 & 12
St. Bernard’s Book Exchange If you have books, books on tape or jigsaw puzzles to share with others, bring them by the office during office hours Feb. 4th & 5th and during office hours Feb. 6 - 10.   We are not excepting magazines, movies or music, this time.  Book exchange wi...

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CCW Bake Sale the Weekend Feb. 11 & 12

Posted on January 19, 2023 in: General News

CCW Bake Sale the Weekend Feb. 11 & 12
Mark your calendars for a Valentine Bake Sale the weekend of Feb. 11 & 12, hosted by our Council of Catholic Women.

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Pancake Breakfast

Posted on February 06, 2023 in: General News

Pancake Breakfast
Pre-Lent Mardi Gras Pancake Breakfast Sunday, February 19th from 10am to 1pm Free will offering for pancakes with ham, juice and coffee. There will also be: Festive grab bags for $3 each. 50/50 Raffle: tickers $1 each for 12 for $10.  Drawing 11:30am and 1pm.  *Do not need to b...

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Billings Catholic Radio Fundraiser

Posted on January 03, 2023 in: General News

Billings Catholic Radio Fundraiser
RESERVE A TABLE TODAY! BILLINGS CATHOLIC RADIO’S ANNUAL FUNDRAISING BANQUET MARCH 16, 2023 Miracles: God’s Light in the Darkness of Unbelief This annual banquet is a marvelous evening to gather in support of Billings Catholic Radio. Enjoy popular Catholic apologist Karlo B...

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Adult Education

Posted on January 02, 2023 in: General News

Adult Education
Adult Faith Formation - The adult faith formation will be meeting again starting on January 30.  We meet on Mondays at 11:30am and 6pm.  All are welcome and feel free to invite a friend for this great discussions.   March 27 - The Chosen Season 3 April 3 - The Chosen Season 3

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Spaghetti Dinner/Cake Auction - May 13

Posted on May 04, 2023 in: General News

Spaghetti Dinner/Cake Auction - May 13
Spaghetti Dinner/Cake Auction: On May 13, after the 5pm Mass, the youth group will be hosting a spaghetti dinner and cake auction to raise money for their retreat programs. The dinner is $10 a person, $5 for 12 and under. We will auction off cakes for dessert at the end of the night. Please come sup...

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2023 Vacation Bible School

Posted on May 01, 2023 in: General News

2023 Vacation Bible School
Join us June 12 - 16 for a Stellar VBS experience that will be out of this world! Registrations will be open after Mass in the back of the church starting the 1st week in June.  If you have questions or would like to volunteer, please contact Tim at 406-259-4350.  

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Sweetie Pie Bakeoff June 25th

Posted on May 01, 2023 in: General News

Sweetie Pie Bakeoff June 25th
Mark your Calendars:  Pie Baking competition and potluck 12 NOON on JUNE 25th. Put your baking to the test!! Enger a PIE for into the contest.  Two 9" pies of the same kind. Contact Chaundra at 406-259-4350 for more information. Come and join us for chicken and pie!  Ple...

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Blood Drive July 13th

Posted on July 03, 2023 in: General News

Blood Drive July 13th

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Ready, Aim, Party

Posted on June 12, 2023 in: General News

Ready, Aim, Party
Nerf Frenzy and Water Day Saturday, July 22nd at Noon.  Watch for more details.

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Parish Picnic

Posted on August 13, 2023 in: General News

Parish Picnic

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Ladies Ice Cream Social

Posted on August 29, 2023 in: General News

Ladies Ice Cream Social
Ladies, you are invited! The Council of Catholic Women is inviting all parish women to a Welcome Social.  We will be enjoying games, an interesting presentation and banana splits!  Plan to come and bring a friend or two. It will be Thursday, Sept. 21st at 7:00 PM downstairs at the churc...

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Chili Cook Off and Hoe Down

Posted on August 30, 2023 in: General News

Chili Cook Off and Hoe Down

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