St. Bernadette Catholic Church

What to Expect at St. Bernadette Catholic Church in Port St. Lucie, Florida

Dress Code: As a Catholic church, St. Bernadette has a casual but respectful dress code. You'll see parishioners dressed in anything from jeans and t-shirts to dresses and suits. The main guideline is to avoid extremely casual or revealing attire, and to dress in a way that honors the sacredness of the space.

Service Format: The Mass at St. Bernadette follows the traditional Catholic liturgy, with prayers, Scripture readings, a homily, and the celebration of the Eucharist. Services are typically around an hour long. The church offers both English and Spanish Masses on the weekend.

Confession times have recently changed - it is now held after the 8am daily Mass on Saturdays, rather than at 2pm. If you plan to go to confession, you can arrive a bit early to get in line.

Tips for Visitors: - Feel free to sit wherever you'd like - there's no need to find a "visitor" section. - You're welcome to participate in the prayers and responses, but don't feel obligated if you're unfamiliar. Just listen and observe. - During Communion, only Catholics in a state of grace can receive the Eucharist. If you're not Catholic or aren't receiving, you can come forward with your arms crossed to receive a blessing. - Greeters and ushers are there to help, so don't hesitate to ask if you have any questions.

Overall, the community at St. Bernadette is warm and welcoming. We hope you feel at home during your visit!