Father Louis N. Bernhardt, O.S.A.

"Called to Serve"

Hello, I'm Father Louis. I'm a Catholic Priest in the Diocese of South Texas-Anglican Rite Old Catholic Church, Inc. I currently serve as Auxillary Bishop of our Diocese. This includes Austin, Houston, Galveston, San Antonio, Corpus Christi, and the Texas Valley. I have served many people in all these areas over the last 11 years. Regardless of the city or town you are located in, I will be happy to officiate for your celebration or event; if this will fit into my schedule. Also Father George Michael of San Antonio is available most times when I am not. I have had the honor and pleasure of serving in Texas since 1994. I will help you regardless of your Christian faith. I also officiate for nondenomination weddings and offer all services to all Christians. There are many vows avilable for your use. Click here to check out the vows. I stand ready to help you today if you are in need of a priest for any event. I can help you with the Sacrament of Holy Matrimony, Renewal of Marriage Vows, A Quinceanera Celebration and Mass, Baptism of an Infant or small child, a Home or Business Blessing Ceremony, Christian Counseling, or Last Rites and a funeral. Over the past few years I have served hundreds of folks who did not have a regular priest or minister in their time of need. I have NO requirements to serve you, other than you want a Christian Service performed by a Christian Minister of the Gospel. You will not be required to attend any classes to obtain my services. I am an independent Catholic Priest and serve with the Anglican Rite Old Catholic Church, Inc. I serve the entire South Texas area. This includes Austin,Houston,San Antonio, San Marcos, Seguine, Sealy, Galveston,Bryan-College Station and the Texas A&M Chapel, The Woodlands, Spring, Conroe, Katy, Richmond, and the Brazosport areas. I can and will help you in whatever need you may have. I will do a wedding in your home, a backyard wedding, at a social hall, community center, country club, The Riverwalk in San Antonio, Lake Travis or anywhere in Austin,in Houston's Hermann or Memorial Park, on the beach at or Seawall in Galveston, or onboard a ship at Clear Lake or Galveston! If you plan a big wedding, I know a beautiful and inexpensive chapel available in the Downtown Houston area that will seat over 200. I have also used this chapel for Quinceanera Celebrations. Just let me know that you need my assistance and I will be there at your side. I have made many friends over the years by serving as their minister when needed, and I want to be your friend and minister also. Call me today at 281-331-3615 or send an email to :

houstonminister@minister.com

Let us pray:

May God bless thee, and keep you in His light and love, now and forever.Amen

His servent in Houston,

Father Louis Bernhardt

Photo Gallery

Father Louis conducts a wedding ceremony for Tino & Yolanda Martinez at a chapel!

Father Louis officiates a wedding ceremony in the brides backyard!

Shipboard wedding in Galveston!

Father Louis conducts a USAF Wedding!

A Wedding on Galveston West Beach!

I also do San Antonio Riverwalk Weddings on Marriage Island and all other locations!

Father Louis conducts a Memorial Prayer Service for David & Christopher on the 5th anniversery of their passing.

A joint Quinceanera Celerbration & Mass!


Wedding chapel available for those who choose Complete Wedding Package.

Minister Fees

Wedding or Renewal of Marriage Vow (no rehearsal) Houston $200.00, Austin or San Antonio $225.00 plus $100 fee for use of the Riverwalk Marriage Island. (Metro Houston & San Antonio areas)

Wedding with Minister to attend rehearsal & dinner(Metro Houston & San Antonio areas) $300.00 and $350.00

San Antonio River Walk Wedding (no rehearsal) $225.00 + $100 permit fee=$325.00 (Plus $100.00 for rehearsal if required) A musician is also available for your wedding. This adds much to the ceremony and memories. I can provide a live musician if your require one. The fee for a musician is $200.00

Quinceanera Celebration & Mass $275.00

Funeral or Memorial Service in Metro Houston area. $100.00 or $150 in Austin or San Antonio.

last Rites & Rosary Service at Funeral Home $100.00

Home or Business Blessing Ceremony. $100.00 or $150.00 in Austin or San Antonio.

A deposit is required in advance for weddings (except for same day or elope weddings) & quinceanera celebrations. San Antonio Weddings must be prepaid in full as I have to make arrangements for the use of the Marriage Island and obtain the permit from the City.

Call Monday - Friday 10am until 8pm.

281-331-3615
to check on date and availability. In case of funerals call ASAP as I may have to rearrange my schedule.

Thank you for Visiting!

Father Louis N. Bernhardt, Officiate

The United States Chaplain's Service

Post Office Box 358 * Rosharon, Texas 77583

281-331-3615

All depositis must be payable to:

Reverend Louis N. Bernhardt

 

Credentials

Father Louis N. Bernhardt : Bachelor of Arts 1971

Ordained : Priest, The Anglican Rite Old Catholic Church, Inc. 1993

Staff: St. Albans Catholic Church-Houston 1993-1994

Founded: Houston Minister Referral Service 1994

Staff: St. Ignatius Catholic Church-San Antonio 1994-1997

Founded: San Antonio Minister's Service 1994

Consecrated: Auxillary Bishop Diocese of Texas 1996 (Anglican Rite)

Charter Member: American Association of Christian Counselors

National Commander: United States Chaplain's Service - Founded 1948

State Commander- The Military Order of the Knights of the Temple of Solomon (Knights Templars)

MemberThe Synod of Independent Orthodox & Catholic Bishops in America

Author: The Official Quinceanera Guidelines 2001

Links

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Last Update 10-19-2003 @ 12:30 Hours * This edition preceedes all other editons.(c)Louis N. Bernhardt 2001

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