St. Bernadette Parish was officially established by His Excellency, John Joseph Cantwell, Archbishop of Los Angeles, on April 28, 1947. The temporary church was a converted part of an old rancho which dated back to 1790.

Subsequently, the Sunset Fields Golf Course was established on part of the property. Reverend William J. Duggan, the newly appointed pastor of St. Bernadette, decided the former Sunset Fields Golf Course, which was closing, would be an appropriate location for the church site. Negotiations ensued, and 3 1/2 acres of the golf course became the property of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles.

Mass was first celebrated on August 24, 1947 in the Sunset Fields clubhouse. Church furnishings and vestments were donated by St. John the Evangelist parish. The new parish originally consisted of 147 families. The congregation sat on folding chairs and knelt on the floor. The auditorium of the clubhouse would later be converted into a permanent church.

On May 2, 1948, 16 children received First Holy Communion from Fr. Duggan. Lawrence Werner was the first child to receive First Holy Communion in St. Bernadette Church. His brother, Patrick, was the first child to be baptized in the church.

Today, St. Bernadette provides sacraments, opportunities for worship and service to a vibrant and diverse community. Under the spiritual guidance of Deacon - Administrator, Deacon Jim Carper, we strive to bring the love of Christ to our community. For more information, please feel free to explore our website or contact us with questions.