About St. Bernadette · Bellevue, Nebraska
St. Bernadette Catholic Church in Bellevue, Nebraska, is part of a unified parish family with Holy Ghost Church in Omaha. Founded in 1963, it began as a parish without a building, with Mass held in a purchased home’s basement. The current church was dedicated in 1966 and includes a school, bell tower, and has undergone renovations over the decades. The parish is deeply committed to Catholic education and community life, offering ministries, faith formation, and regular events to foster spiritual and social connection.
- Established
- 1963
- Patron
- St. Bernadette
- Diocese
- Archdiocese of Omaha
Why belong here
Join a vibrant community that values faith, scripture, and service. Participate in ministries like the Altar Society, Legion of Mary, and St. Vincent de Paul Society. Enjoy family-friendly events such as pasta dinners, game nights, and seasonal celebrations. The parish offers strong Catholic education through its school and faith formation programs for children and families.
Mass times at St. Bernadette
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- 4:00-4:45 p.m. on Saturday
History
St. Bernadette Parish was established in 1963 as the first new Catholic parish in South Omaha in 30 years. With no building initially, Mass was held in a home’s basement. The current church was dedicated on May 8, 1966, and included a school. The parish celebrated its 25th anniversary in 1988 and 50th in 2013. Key milestones include the founding of the Altar Society and Holy Name Society in 1963, CCD classes starting in 1968, and the ordination of pastor Rev. Anthony Milone as a bishop in 1982.
Faith & Community
Faith is the cornerstone of our church. It is part of every activity that we do, every meeting that we hold. We believe in our Lord, and that our actions are a reflection of his goodness. Scripture We look to the Lord for guidance in our lives. In Scripture, we find all that we need to guide us in the right path. Reading and understand Scripture helps us all live meaningful lives. Community Join us. We welcome each and every one of you to encounter the Lord's unconditional love with us. Inside each of us is a purpose and meaning to be fulfilled by God.
Ministries & Events
The parish offers a wide range of ministries including Altar Society, St. Vincent de Paul Society, Junior Legion of Mary, Legion of Mary, OCIA Family, Faith Formation, Women's Club, Men's Club, and Parish Council. Events include St. Bernadette Pasta Dinner, March Madness, Cinnamon Roll Sunday, Lenten Fish Frys, Chicken Dinners, Game On Turkey Dinner, Woman of the Year Luncheon, Husker Nights at Holy Ghost, and Valentine’s Salad Luncheon.
Sacraments & Education
The parish offers all seven sacraments: Baptism, Eucharist, Confirmation, Reconciliation, Anointing of the Sick, Marriage, and Holy Orders. Catholic education is a priority, with the school enrolling nearly 275 children and the Religious Education Program serving over 100 grade school children through faith formation led by the director, parish volunteers, teachers, and aides.