A blood donor recognition Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m., on Sunday, July 28, in the church. Parishioner Jerry Smith has offered the intention on behalf of Knights of Columbus Council #4549 for St. Bernard parishioners, who have donated blood this past year. Members of the KC council will present the gifts at the Mass. Smith encourages everyone to continue donating blood, especially during the summer months, when so many are on vacation.

New parish council members for 2019 Four parishioners have been named to the parish council for 2019. From left to right, Jim Zimmerman, Julie Konsoer, JoAnna Richard and Brian Shaw have been elected to serve by their fellow parishioners. “It was very gratifying to have so many candidates in this year’s contest,” said Fr. Brian. “I want to thank all of the candidates for their willingness to run. Their continued support of St. Bernard’s is deeply appreciated.” Members of the new parish council will meet with Fr. Brian in July to make plans for the year ahead.

Snack Pack Blessings volunteers from left to right, Peg Lyons, Dick Vanko and Ken Ruhland, added a little something extra to the delivery for students at Northside and Elm Lawn elementary schools in Middleton on May 24. Children’s books donated by “The Book Deal” were included along with the weekly backpacks filled with various food items. Georgine Jacobs, the program coordinator, said they continue to support more than 20 students at the two schools.

Hadley Braaten is the recipient of the Fr. Pat Higgins Memorial Scholarship for the class of 2019.

Eight parishioners will vie for three vacant seats on the St. Bernard parish council this year.