St Edmund of Canterbury, Loughton

Twenty Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time

WEEKDAY TIMES 12^thOCTOBER- 16^th OCTOBER 2026

12^th October Monday 9:00am Mass

13^th October Tuesday No Morning Mass

14^th October Wednesday 9:30am Mass

15^th October Thursday 9:30am Mass

16^th October Friday 9:30am Mass

Prisoner’s Sunday 2^nd Collection this weekend to support Pact’s important work in the year ahead.

First Holy Communion Preparation – Important Dates

Preparing for First Holy Communion is a very special part of a child’s journey of faith. As the children get ready to receive Jesus in the Eucharist, we trust that the Lord will help them grow in their love for him and discover more deeply the joy of having him as their friend.

We look forward to sharing this journey with the children and their families.

Please keep the following dates in your diary:

Wednesday 18 November, 7.30 pm – Parents’ Evening
Sunday 22 November, 10.00 am – Who Do You Say I Am?
Sunday 13 December, 10.00 am – I Am the Good Shepherd
Sunday 17 January, 10.00 am – I Am the Light of the World
Sunday 7 February, 10.00 am – I Am the Vine
Sunday 14 March, 10.00 am – I Am the Resurrection and the Life
Saturday 17 April, 10.00 am – Mass in the Woods
Sunday 25 April, 10.00 am – I Am the Bread of Life
Saturday 15 May, 11.00 am – Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession)

First Holy Communion Masses

Saturday 22 May, 12 noon
Sunday 23 May, 1.00 pm
Sunday 30 May, 11.00am Thanksgiving and Going Forth Mass

A gentle note for parents: We kindly ask parents to attend the Parents’ Evening on 18 November, as this is an essential part of the preparation programme. We also ask that children attend all the preparation classes, as each session helps them to grow in their faith and deepen their friendship with Jesus.

We encourage all parents to bring their children to Sunday Mass every week from now on. Coming to Mass together is a wonderful way to help children grow in their faith and feel part of our parish family as they prepare to receive Jesus in Holy Communion.

Thank you for your support and for walking alongside your child on this important journey of faith. If you would like your child to make their First Holy Communion at a different parish Sunday Mass from the dates listed above, please speak with Fr Adrian.

Please keep all the children and their families in your prayers as they prepare for this very special moment in their lives.

Sunday 11^th October 3:00pm Divine Mercy Devotions- join us for this beautiful prayer.

There will be a 2^nd collection on the weekend of 17^th & 18^th October for World Mission Sunday-MISSIO

St Edmund’s SVP-Thank You!

The St Edmund’s St. Vincent de Paul group would like to thank all our parishioners for their tremendous support and generosity towards the national SVP raffle this summer.

We are delighted that one winner came from our parish! Around 45% of the money raised through our parish sales will go directly to St Edmund’s SVP, helping us to send at least one young person to a summer camp.

We have also donated £100 to the National SVP South Sudan Appeal.

Thank you once again for your kindness and generosity; your support makes a real difference to the lives of others.

Children’s Liturgy Volunteers Needed.

We are looking for volunteers to join the children’s Liturgy group.

We are groups of mums, who take it in turns to lead the children’s sessions at 11am mass on Sundays. Several pairs have had to step down, as our children are older and now have other commitments.

We work in pairs, and any volunteers will be added to an existing pair while they learn the ropes.

If you are interested, or have any questions please get in touch with either Sam 07946 138307

Or Danielle 07725646861

THE CALL TO BE HUMAN – An Introduction to Catholic Morality

What does it mean to be moral? What has religion got to do with morality?

What does it mean to be truly free, and is love all you need? This is a fascinating four-part series at Our Lady of Lourdes, Wanstead, exploring Catholic morality in a series of talks given by Fr. Martin Boland. Discover how our faith can help us make sense of life, love, freedom and the moral questions we face in today’s world. Wednesdays at 7:00pm , •14th • 21st • 28th October. For more information, visit www.ourladyoflourdeswanstead.com or see the poster on the church noticeboard in Loughton. Everyone is welcome — bring a friend!

Brentwood Catholic Youth Service

The BCYS offers retreats, events and pilgrimages for young people throughout the Diocese of Brentwood. If you’d like to get involved, you can find out more at https://bcys.net/ or follow @BrentwoodCYS on social media.

School Forms:

Many Catholic schools require the Parish Priest’s signature for confirmation of a family’s attendance on a school form. Please bring your form with you to the Sunday Mass you normally attend and speak with Fr. Adrian after the service. Please ensure that the form is fully completed before bringing it to him.

For parents whose children are applying to Davenant School, please note that they write directly to the parish requesting information about a family’s Mass attendance over the previous five years.

If your child is applying to Davenant, please see Fr. Adrian after a Sunday Mass to discuss the application and the information required. Regrettably, Fr. Adrian cannot complete or sign the relevant form unless a conversation has taken place with the parent(s) in person.

Fr. Adrian is asked to complete each form truthfully and to the best of his knowledge, based on the information available to him. We therefore kindly ask parents to understand that he must provide an honest response and not to put him in the difficult position of being asked to state anything other than the truth. We are grateful for everyone’s understanding and cooperation in this.

We encourage parents to speak with Fr. Adrian as early as possible during the application process.

Thank you for your understanding, and for helping us to handle this matter with honesty, care and kindness.

Maranatha at Upminster 15 October 2026

Maranatha! Come Lord Jesus! All are warmly invited to an evening of prayer, praise and worship, including Mass and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, where we come together to encounter the Holy Spirit and share fellowship in a Catholic context. At St Joseph’s Catholic Church, Upminster RM14 2SY on Thursday 15th October 2026 7:00pm to 9:00pm, with refreshments afterwards.

If you have not been to Maranatha before – why not come and see?

Children’s Liturgy Volunteers Needed

We are looking for volunteers to join the children’s Liturgy group.

We are groups of mums, who take it in turns to lead the children’s sessions at 11am mass on Sundays. Several pairs have had to step down, as our children are older and now have other commitments.

We work in pairs, and any volunteers will be added to an existing pair while they learn the ropes.

If you are interested, or have any questions please get in touch with either:

Sam 07946 138307 Or Danielle 07725646861

Please Pray for those who are Sick: Evelyn Bearne, Robert Bearne, Karl Britz, Brenda Bryant, Bernadette Hall, Ann Hawkes, Claire Howes, Angela Long, Lilian Mothersole, John McKernan, Remy, Geraldine Taylor, James Wright, Pamela Gibson, Geraldine Stains, Linda Moriarty, Victoria Leahy, Jean Collins, Barbara Searl, Lyn Povey, Mason Family, Ben Lewis,

Brian Carter and all our loved ones who are unwell.

In Cases of Emergency

If there is no answer from the parish phone and you are seeking a priest in an emergency, please call one of the local parishes, either in Epping Phone: 01992 572516, or the St. Thomas of Canterbury Friary at Woodford Green Phone: 020 8504 1688.

Emergency In the Church

Please follow instructions given by The Priest and/or Stewards.

For fires at the back of the church, we will exit via the sacristy into the hall or side exit.

For fires at the front of the church, we will exit by front doors.

For fires in the middle of the church use the safest exit.

Fire extinguishers are to be used by competent, trained persons only.

Mass Intentions are listed on the website, Back of the Church notice board, and in the outside display case

Twenty Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time

WEEKDAY TIMES 28^th September- 2^nd October 2026

28^th September Monday No Morning Mass 1:00pm Funeral Mass John Forwood-RIP ✞

29^th September Tuesday No Morning Mass

30^th September Wednesday 9:30am Mass

1^st October Thursday 9:30am Mass

2^nd October Friday 9:30am Mass

There will be a 2^nd Collection on the weekend of 3& 4^th of October for CAFOD -Harvest Sunday.

THE CALL TO BE HUMAN – An Introduction to Catholic Morality:

What does it mean to be moral? What has religion got to do with morality?

What does it mean to be truly free, and is love all you need?

Tuesdays at 7pm, 7th • 14th • 21st • 28th October. For more information, visit www.ourladyoflourdeswanstead.com or see the poster on the church noticeboard in Loughton.

Everyone is welcome — bring a friend!

School Forms:

For parents whose children are applying to Davenant School, please note that they write directly to the parish requesting information about a family’s Mass attendance over the previous five years. If your child is applying to Davenant, please see Fr. Adrian after a Sunday Mass to discuss the application and the information required. Regrettably, Fr. Adrian cannot complete or sign the relevant form unless a conversation has taken place with the parent(s) in person.

We encourage parents to speak with Fr. Adrian as early as possible during the application process.

Thank you for your understanding, and for helping us to handle this matter with honesty, care and kindness.

Contemporary Music Group:

We will next be singing and playing at the 11am Mass on Sunday 4th October

and holding a practice beforehand 7 to 8pm on Monday, 28th September.

Trinity Catholic High School : Invites Year 5 and Year 6 families to its Open Evening on Thursday 8th October, from 5pm to 8pm. Visitors are welcome to tour the school, meet staff and students, and find out more about life at Trinity. All are welcome. For more information, contact the school office.

Please do try to come to the practice as well as the Mass as we’d like to run through the psalm and the hymns we’ve chosen. Three things to mention: We’ll have a ‘guest’ musician at the Mass, we’d love to see some new young singers from the Parish to come and join us and, finally, it was really good to join forces with Sue and our Parish choir at the wonderful Parish centenary Mass on the 13th September – a great celebration and thank you!

First Holy Communion Programme Registration Forms:

One of the most important things we learn as disciples of Jesus is that he calls each of us into a deep and loving friendship with him.

One of the greatest gifts he gives us to nurture and strengthen that friendship is the Eucharist, where we receive Him in Holy Communion. In our parish we begin preparing children for this special sacrament in Year 4 (ages 8–9), helping them to grow in their understanding of God’s love and in their relationship with Jesus.

Registration forms for our First Holy Communion programme are now available at the back of the Church for children in Year 4 and above (minimum age 8).

The closing date for applications is 30 September 2026. Please take a registration form and return it to the parish office by this date.

We ask that you also provide a copy of your child’s baptism certificate when submitting the form.

There will be a meeting for parents in November, and our formation sessions will begin during Advent as we journey together towards this important milestone in your child’s faith. We are very much looking forward to accompanying our children and families through this year’s programme as we help guide our young people in growing closer to the Lord. Over the coming months, we encourage you to begin talking with your children about Jesus’ presence in the Eucharist and what it means to receive him in Holy Communion. It can also be a wonderful opportunity to share your own memories of your First Holy Communion and reflect together on what the Eucharist means in your own life of faith. If you have any questions, then please contact Fr. Adrian.

There will be a 2^nd collection on the weekend of 10^th & 11^th October for Prisoner’s Sunday.

11^th October 2026- 3:00pm Divine Mercy Devotions

Brian Carter and all our loved ones who are unwell.

In Cases of Emergency

Emergency In the Church

Please follow instructions given by The Priest and/or Stewards.

For fires at the back of the church, we will exit via the sacristy into the hall or side exit.

For fires at the front of the church, we will exit by front doors.

For fires in the middle of the church use the safest exit.

Fire extinguishers are to be used by competent, trained persons only.

Mass Intentions are listed on the website, Back of the Church notice board, and in the outside display case

New Job Vacancies

Walsingham House Manager

Vacancy: To ensure the smooth and efficient running of Walsingham House at Abbotswick, as an inspiring, faith-filled retreat house welcoming over 5,000 young people each year. Specific responsibilities include leading retreats, and leading and training the volunteer community. The post holder also has overall responsibility for Safeguarding and (together with the Site Manager) Health and Safety.
Location- Walsingham House at Abbotswick, with travel to retreat locations and BCYS events, as needed.

Hours- 35 hours per week- including significant evening and weekend work

Salary- £30 – 32K depending on prior experience (ideally this is a “live in” role, with a one bedroom flat provided, however it is not essential).

Contract: 3-year fixed term contract

The closing date for applications is 23^rd October 2026.

Twenty Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time

WEEKDAY TIMES 21^st September- 25^th September 2026

21^st September Monday 9:30am Mass

22^nd September Tuesday No Mass

23^rd September Wednesday 9:30am Mass

24^th September Thursday 9:30am Mass

25^th September Friday 9:30am Mass

There will be a 2^nd Collection for Evangeli Gaudium Day this weekend after all the masses.

Divine Mercy Devotions will be this Sunday 20^th September at 3:00pm in the Church.

A Heartfelt Thank You:

A huge and heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped make our Parish Centenary Celebration such a wonderful and memorable day.

It was a real joy to see so many parishioners, families, friends and visitors come together to celebrate 100 years of our parish. The beautiful Mass and the barbeque afterwards created a wonderful atmosphere of faith, friendship, joy and community.

I am really grateful to everyone who gave their time, generosity and support to make the celebration possible. Every contribution, whether large or small, was truly appreciated and helped make the day very special.

Most of all, thank you for coming together as a parish family and helping us mark this very important milestone. It was a wonderful celebration of our shared faith, our history and the community of which we are blessed to be a part.

As we look back with gratitude on the past 100 years, we now look forward with hope to the next 100 years of our parish. May we continue to grow together in faith, deepen our relationship with God, and be a welcoming and prayerful community for generations to come. May our parish continue to be a place where people encounter Christ, find friendship and support, and grow spiritually together.

With grateful thanks and every blessing to you all, Fr. Adrian

THE CALL TO BE HUMAN – An Introduction to Catholic Morality:

What does it mean to be moral? What has religion got to do with morality? What does it mean to be truly free, and is love all you need?

This is a fascinating four-part series at Our Lady of Lourdes, Wanstead, exploring Catholic morality in a series of talks given by Fr. Martin Boland. Discover how our faith can help us make sense of life, love, freedom and the moral questions we face in today’s world. Tuesdays at 7pm, 7th • 14th • 21st • 28th October. For more information, visit www.ourladyoflourdeswanstead.com or see the poster on the church noticeboard in Loughton.

Everyone is welcome — bring a friend!

School Forms:

We encourage parents to speak with Fr. Adrian as early as possible during the application process.

Thank you for your understanding, and for helping us to handle these matters with honesty, care and kindness.

A Moment of Gratitude and Prayer:

We give thanks to God for the result of last Friday’s vote in Parliament, when the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill was defeated at Second Reading by 286 votes to 270.

For Catholics and everyone who believes in the sanctity and dignity of every human life, this is a special moment of gratitude. We pray that our society will continue to recognise the value of every person, especially those who are elderly, seriously ill, vulnerable or approaching the end of life, and that we will always seek to accompany people with compassion, care and love.

A very sincere thank you to all our parishioners who took the time to write to their MPs, to those who prayed, and to those who travelled to Parliament on 11 September. Your concern for the dignity of human life and your willingness to take part in the democratic process are greatly appreciated.

We should also remember in our prayers all those who are facing serious illness, suffering or the end of life, together with their families and carers. May they receive the care, support and companionship they need, and may we as Christians continue to be a people who protect life, offer hope, and stand alongside those who are most vulnerable.

Let us give thanks for this moment, while continuing to pray that our nation may always uphold the dignity of human life and seek compassionate ways of caring for people at every stage of life. God bless, Fr. Adrian

Contemporary Music Group:

We will next be singing and playing at the 11am Mass on Sunday 4th October and holding a practice beforehand 7 to 8pm on Monday, 28th September.

Please do try to come to the practice as well as the Mass as we’d like to run through the psalm and the hymns we’ve chosen.

Three things to mention:We’ll have a ‘guest’ musician at the Mass, we’d love to see some new young singers from the Parish to come and join us and, finally, it was really good to join forces with Sue and our Parish choir at the wonderful Parish centenary Mass on the 13th September – a great celebration and thank you!

First Holy Communion Programme Registration Forms:

One of the most important things we learn as disciples of Jesus is that he calls each of us into a deep and loving friendship with him.

Registration forms for our First Holy Communion programme are now available at the back of the Church for children in Year 4 and above (minimum age 8).

The closing date for applications is 30 September 2026. Please take a registration form and return it to the parish office by this date.

We ask that you also provide a copy of your child’s baptism certificate when submitting the form.

2^nd Collection on the weekend of 3& 4^th of October for CAFOD Harvest Fast Day.

Please Pray for those who are Sick: Evelyn Bearne, Robert Bearne, Karl Britz, Brenda Bryant, Bernadette Hall, Ann Hawkes, Claire Howes, Angela Long, Lilian Mothersole, John McKernan, Remy, Geraldine Taylor, James Wright, Pamela Gibson, Geraldine Stains, Linda Moriarty, Victoria Leahy, Jean Collins, Barbara Searl, Lyn Povey, Mason Family, Ben Lewis,

Brian Carter and all our loved ones who are unwell.

In Cases of Emergency

Emergency In the Church

Please follow instructions given by The Priest and/or Stewards.

For fires at the back of the church, we will exit via the sacristy into the hall or side exit.

For fires at the front of the church, we will exit by front doors.

For fires in the middle of the church use the safest exit.

Fire extinguishers are to be used by competent, trained persons only.

Mass Intentions are listed on the website, Back of the Church notice board, and in the outside display case

Twenty Forth Sunday in Ordinary Time

WEEKDAY TIMES 14^th September- 18^th September 2026

7^th September Monday 9:30am Mass

8^th September Tuesday No Mass

9^th September Wednesday 9:30am Mass

10^th September Thursday 9:30am Mass

11^th September Friday 9:30am Mass

There will be a 2^nd Collection for Education Sunday this weekend after all the masses.

Divine Mercy Devotions will be next week Sunday on 20^th Sept at 3:00pm in the Church.

100 Years of Our Parish – Come and Celebrate!

1926 – 2026

This year, our parish celebrates a very special milestone — 100 years of faith, friendship and community! It would be wonderful for all of us to join together this Sunday, 13 September, as we celebrate this wonderful anniversary together.

Our celebrations will begin with Mass at 11am, celebrated by Bishop Alan, giving thanks for all those who have been part of our parish story over the past century.

After Mass, the celebration continues with our Parish Community Day and Barbecue in the church hall — a chance to meet, eat, laugh and enjoy being together as a parish family.

Everyone is warmly welcome!

Come and celebrate the people, the faith and all the good that our parish has shared over the past 100 years — and, as we look to the future, let us pray together for the next 100 years of faith, hope and service.

We hope you can join us — it wouldn’t be the same without you!

Journey in Faith :Do you feel God’s gentle call to become Catholic? Or have you been away from Church life and want to return, finding out more about your faith? Would you like to deepen your knowledge of the Catholic Faith? If any of these questions apply to your situation then the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults is for you! Running from late September until Easter, the RCIA programme helps to form intentional disciples for Christ and prepare candidates for the sacraments of initiation into the Church, as well as helping anyone who would like a refresher of Catholic teaching.

If you are interested, or know someone who might be, please contact the parish office on

0208 5083492 by 19 September.

First Holy Communion Programme Registration Forms:

One of the most important things we learn as disciples of Jesus is that he calls each of us into a deep and loving friendship with him.

Registration forms for our First Holy Communion programme are now available at the back of the Church for children in Year 4 and above (minimum age 8).

The closing date for applications is 30 September 2026. Please take a registration form and return it to the parish office by this date.

We ask that you also provide a copy of your child’s baptism certificate when submitting the form.

March For Life

Last Saturday the M4L was a glorious and joyful celebration of life from conception to natural death. It commenced with Mass in Westminster Cathedral concelebrated by 15 bishops and 30 priests.

There were many thousands who attended the March, coming from all parts of the UK and overseas and over 50% were young people under the age of 30. How wonderfully encouraging and such a positive illustration of how attractive the church’s teaching on sanctity of life issues and its defence of life at all stages. Many thanks to all parishioners who attended Saturdays sunny event and to those who kept the event in their prayers. Keep the prayers going please! A note for your diary: next year’s M4L is the first Saturday September 2027.

Brian Carter and all our loved ones who are unwell.

Twenty Second Sunday in Ordinary Time

WEEKDAY TIMES 31^st August-4^th September 2026

31^st August Monday 10:00am Mass-Bank Holiday

1^st September Tuesday No Mass

2^nd September Wednesday 9:30am Mass

3^rd September Thursday 9:30am Mass

4^th September Friday 9:30am Mass

Journey in Faith

Do you feel God’s gentle call to become Catholic? Or have you been away from Church life and want to return, finding out more about your faith? Would you like to deepen your knowledge of the Catholic Faith?

If any of these questions apply to your situation then the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults is for you! Running from late September until Easter, the RCIA programme helps to form intentional disciples for Christ and prepare candidates for the sacraments of initiation into the Church, as well as helping anyone who would like a refresher of Catholic teaching.

If you are interested, or know someone who might be, please contact the parish office on

0208 5083492 by 19 September.

Contemporary Music Group

We will next be singing and playing at the 11am Mass on Sunday, 6th September.

Hopefully, everyone will be back from holiday, so it would be good to have a great turnout of singers!

(We’ll not be having a practice beforehand as our usual practice evening will be a Bank Holiday).

Birthday Celebrations Save The Date Our parish was founded 100 years ago this year, and we are planning a 11am Mass of Thanksgiving and social event to celebrate on Sunday 13 September 2026. Please save the date for a beautiful celebration of our parish and all that means as a place of faith and community.

Volunteers Needed

Volunteers needed for our St Edmund’s 100-year celebration on Sunday 13th September from 10.30am — set-up, support during the event, and clear-up.

We also need a team on Saturday 12th September at 2.30pm to help set up outside the church.

If you can help, please message Kelsey and we can add you to our volunteer group😄: 📧 khoward1011@gmail.com 📞 07985 270 995

SVP 2026 Summer Raffle

Tickets will be on sale this weekend 29^th & 30^th August 2026 after each Mass through SVP volunteers at £1 per ticket or £5 per book.

The draw will take place on 24 September 2026, with prizes including £5,000 (1st prize),

£1,000 (2nd prize) and 15 prizes of £100.

First Holy Communion Programme Registration Forms:

One of the most important things we learn as disciples of Jesus is that he calls each of us into a deep and loving friendship with him.

Registration forms for our First Holy Communion programme are now available at the back of the Church for children in Year 4 and above (minimum age 8).

The closing date for applications is 30 September 2026. Please take a registration form and return it to the parish office by this date. We ask that you also provide a copy of your child’s baptism certificate when submitting the form.

Right to Life Leadbeater 2 letter to MPs at the back of the church: Please take this opportunity to contact your MP, urgently, asking them to vote against this Leadbeater 2 Bill, and to stop this cruel plan to kill the old, ill, and vulnerable in our country. Your letter will make a big difference in the vote on 11 September .You can also go online righttolife.org.uk to support. Thank you.

Urgent: Stop assisted suicide – postcards available

The vote on assisted suicide is on 11 September.

Not Dead Yet UK have provided postcards you can send to your MP to ask them to vote NO to assisted suicide in the vote in the House of Commons on 11 September.

Please act now – collect a red and white postcard, fill out your details, add a stamp and post it to your MP today!

Please Pray for those who are Sick:

Evelyn Bearne, Robert Bearne, Karl Britz, Brenda Bryant, Bernadette Hall, Ann Hawkes, Claire Howes, Angela Long, Lilian Mothersole, John McKernan, Remy, Geraldine Taylor, James Wright, Pamela Gibson, Geraldine Stains, Linda Moriarty, Victoria Leahy, Jean Collins, Barbara Searl, Lyn Povey, Mason Family, Ben Lewis, Adam Piotrowski, Brian Carter and all our loved ones who are unwell.

VOLUNTEERS

Volunteers needed for our St Edmund’s 100-year celebration on Sunday 13th September from 10.30am — set-up, support during the event, and clear-up.

We also need a team on Saturday 12th September at 2.30pm to help set up outside the church.

If you can help, please message Kelsey and we can add you to our volunteer group😄: 📧 khoward1011@gmail.com 📞 07985 270 995

Twenty first Sunday in Ordinary time

Weekday Times 24^th -28^th August 2026

24^th August Monday 9:30am Mass

25^th August Tuesday No Mass

26^th August Wednesday 9:30am Mass

27^th August Thursday 9:30am Mass

28^th August Friday 9:30am Mass

Message from Father Adrian

I have now completed the civic duty that has required my time over the past few weeks. Thank you for your patience and understanding during this period, and my sincere thanks, also, to all those who led and facilitated our weekday services whilst I was away.

God bless,

Fr. Adrian

Contemporary Music Group

We will next be singing and playing at the 11am Mass on Sunday, 6th September.

Hopefully, everyone will be back from holiday, so it would be good to have a great turnout of singers!

(We’ll not be having a practice beforehand as our usual practice evening will be a Bank Holiday).

It would be lovely if new singers from our Parish could join our friendly group – simply join us in the Choir loft before Mass starts and you will be made very welcome!

Birthday Celebrations Save the Date: Our parish was founded 100 years ago this year, and we are planning a Mass and social event to celebrate on Sunday 13 September 2026. Please save the date for a beautiful celebration of our parish and all that means as a place of faith and community.

SVP 2026 Summer Raffle: We are delighted to announce the launch of the St Vincent de Paul 2026 Summer Raffle. This valuable fundraising initiative raised a record-breaking £95,000 nationally last year, enabling the Society to turn concern into action and provide practical support to those facing loneliness, isolation and the daily struggles of poverty in all its forms.

Tickets will be on sale the weekend of 29^th & 30^th August 2026 after each Mass through SVP volunteers at £1 per ticket or £5 per book.

The draw will take place on 24 September 2026, with prizes including £5,000 (1st prize),

£1,000 (2nd prize) and 15 prizes of £100.

Parishioners who wish to sell tickets to family, friends or colleagues are very welcome to do so; please speak to an SVP member so we can record the allocation of books and ensure everything is processed correctly. All counterfoils and money must be returned to the SVP head office by

14 September 2026, so we kindly ask that any external sales are completed in good time.

Please note: there is a small typo on the raffle tickets showing the year as 2025 instead of 2026, but please be assured that all tickets will still be accepted. Thank you for your support. SVP Loughton.

First Holy Communion Programme Registration Forms: One of the most important things we learn as disciples of Jesus is that he calls each of us into a deep and loving friendship with him.

Registration forms for our First Holy Communion programme are now available at the back of the Church for children in Year 4 and above (minimum age 8). The closing date for applications is

30 September 2026. Please take a registration form and return it to the parish office by this date. We ask that you also provide a copy of your child’s baptism certificate when submitting the form.

Gift Aid End of Tax Year Statements:

If you are a member of the Gift Aid scheme and provided an email address, you will have received your statement by email. If we do not hold an email address for you, please check the envelopes at the back of the church. If you can share an email address, that would help reduce the effort and cost of generating the statements. If there are any discrepancies in your statement or you have not received an email or envelope, please let Abbie know via email at giftaid-loughton@brcdt.org or by text/phone call to 07754700934 including your gift aid number.

Please Pray for those who are Sick:

Contemporary Music Group

We will next be singing and playing at the

11:00am Mass on Sunday, 6^th September 2026

We will not be having a practice beforehand as

our usual practice evening will be a Bank Holiday.

We are always looking for new singers from our Parish to join our friendly group.

Please go to the Choir loft before mass starts and you will be made very welcome.

Eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Message from Fr. Adrian

I have to undertake an obligatory civic duty for the next two weeks and have been unable to find a supply priest to celebrate weekday Masses in the mornings. The times for alternative services for the next few weeks are listed below. These may change, so please check our website etc. for any alterations. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Weekday Times of 3^rd -7^th August 2026

3^rd August Monday No Service

4^th August Tuesday No Service

5^th August Wednesday 9:30am Service of the Word and Holy Communion

6^th August Thursday 7:00pm Evening Mass

7^th August Friday 9:30am Service of the Word and Holy Communion

Weekday Times of 10^th -14^th August 2026

10^th August Monday 9:30am Service of the Word and Holy Communion

11^th August Tuesday No Service

12^th August Wednesday 9:30am Service of the Word and Holy Communion

13^th August Thursday 7:00pm Evening Mass

14^th August Friday 9:30am Service of the Word and Holy Communion

Thank You : Fr Chris would like to thank all the parishioners for their kindness, warm welcome, and hospitality while he has been visiting the parish. Thank you & God Bless, Fr Chris.

Birthday Celebrations Save the Date: Our parish was founded 100 years ago this year, and we are planning a Mass and social event to celebrate on Sunday 13 September 2026. Please save the date for a beautiful celebration of our parish and all that means as a place of faith and community.

Tickets will be on sale the weekend of 29^th & 30^th August 2026 after each Mass through SVP volunteers at £1 per ticket or £5 per book. The draw will take place on 24 September 2026, with prizes including £5,000 (1st prize),£1,000 (2nd prize) and 15 prizes of £100. Parishioners who wish to sell tickets to family, friends or colleagues are very welcome to do so; please speak to an SVP member so we can record the allocation of books and ensure everything is processed correctly. All counterfoils and money must be returned to the SVP head office by 14 September 2026, so we kindly ask that any external sales are completed in good time.

First Holy Communion Programme Registration Forms: One of the most important things we learn as disciples of Jesus is that he calls each of us into a deep and loving friendship with him.

Registration forms for our First Holy Communion programme are now available at the back of the Church for children in Year 4 and above (minimum age 8). The closing date for applications is

Gift Aid End of Tax Year Statements:

If there are any discrepancies in your statement or you have not received an email or envelope, please let Abbie know via email at giftaid-loughton@brcdt.org or by text/phone call to 07754700934 including your gift aid number.

Gift Aid Envelopes:

There are still many envelopes that have not been collected. If you no longer require envelopes, please let us know at the Parish office 0208 5083492. If envelopes are not collected, we will assume they are no longer required. Thank you for your co-operation.

Please Pray for those who are Sick:

Lifts To Mass: The SVP would like to hear from parishioners who might need a lift to Mass. If you call/voice message the office 02085083492, or email:loughton@brcdt.org and leave your details, the SVP will try and help.

In Cases of Emergency

Emergency In the Church

Please follow instructions given by The Priest and/or Stewards.

For fires at the back of the church, we will exit via the sacristy into the hall or side exit.

For fires at the front of the church, we will exit by front doors.

For fires in the middle of the church use the safest exit.

Fire extinguishers are to be used by competent, trained persons only.

Mass Intentions are listed on the website, Back of the Church notice board, and in the outside display case

Job Vacancies

Epping Forest Foodbank have a part time vacancy for A Church and Community Engagement Officer.

The role is to build and maintain relationships with churches, schools and community organisations to increase awareness of Epping Forest Foodbank and encourage practical support through donations, volunteering, fundraising and referrals.

The post holder will represent the Foodbank at events, deliver presentations and workshops, and work with local stakeholders to strengthen community partnerships. By developing these relationships, the role will help ensure the Foodbank continues to reach those in need while increasing local engagement and support for our work.

This role will also be responsible for recruiting and managing a team of volunteers to assist this work across the district.

Salary:

£29,000 pro rata

Working hours:

15 hours per week

21.5 hours per week term time only.

Closing date for applications:

Midnight Friday 28th August 2026

Interviews will be held

Week Commencing 7th September 2026

For full details of the job role and person description please see

We’re Hiring

Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Weekday Masses: 20^th July Monday 9:30am Mass

21^st July Tuesday 9:00am Mass

22^nd July Wednesday 9:30am Mass

23^rd July Thursday 9:30am Mass

24^th July Friday 9:30am Mass

Fr. Adrian on Holiday

Whilst Fr. Adrian is away, we are delighted to welcome Fr. Christopher Clohessy, who has kindly agreed to look after the parish during his absence. Fr. Christopher is a priest from South Africa and is currently teaching in Rome. Fr. Adrian is very grateful to him for providing this ministry and asks that we extend to him the warm welcome and hospitality for which our parish is so well known.

SVP 2026 Summer Raffle We are delighted to announce the launch of the St Vincent de Paul 2026 Summer Raffle. This valuable fundraising initiative raised a record-breaking £95,000 nationally last year, enabling the Society to turn concern into action and provide practical support to those facing loneliness, isolation and the daily struggles of poverty in all its forms.

Tickets will be on sale after each Mass through SVP volunteers at £1 per ticket or £5 per book.

The draw will take place on 24 September 2026, with prizes including £5,000 (1st prize), £1,000 (2nd prize) and 15 prizes of £100.

14 September 2026, so we kindly ask that any external sales are completed in good time.

Please note: there is a small typo on the raffle tickets showing the year as 2025 instead of 2026, but please be assured that all tickets will still be accepted.

Thank you for your support.

SVP Loughton

Birthday Celebrations Save the Date!

Our parish was founded 100 years ago this year, and we are planning a Mass and social event to celebrate on Sunday 13 September 2026. Please save the date for a beautiful celebration of our parish and all that means as a place of faith and community.

St Edmund Life Group– Supporting life from conception to natural death.

Any questions, please ring Paul 07456 405221 The Group Patron is Our Lady of Guadalupe

First Holy Communion Programme Registration Forms

One of the most important things we learn as disciples of Jesus is that he calls each of us into a deep and loving friendship with him. One of the greatest gifts he gives us to nurture and strengthen that friendship is the Eucharist, where we receive Him in Holy Communion. In our parish we begin preparing children for this special sacrament in Year 4 (ages 8–9), helping them to grow in their understanding of God’s love and in their relationship with Jesus.

Registration forms for our First Holy Communion programme are now available at the back of the Church for children in Year 4 and above (minimum age 8). The closing date for applications is

30 September 2026. Please take a registration form and return it to the parish office by this date.

We ask that you also provide a copy of your child’s baptism certificate when submitting the form.

If you have any questions, then please contact Fr. Adrian.

Gift Aid Envelopes

Lifts To Mass: The SVP would like to hear from parishioners who might need a lift to Mass. If you call/voice message the office 02085083492, or email: loughton@brcdt.org, and leave your details, the SVP will try and help.

Gift Aid End of Tax Year Statements

Note For Our Contemporary Music Group

We’ll next be singing and playing at the 11am Mass on Sunday, 2nd August and holding a practice beforehand 7 to 8pm Monday, 27th July, you may be on holiday, in which case have an enjoyable break, but otherwise we hope to see you all at the practice as well as the Mass! Thank you.

We do need some new young singers to join us, so why not come along – you will be made very welcome!

Please Pray for those who are Sick:

In Cases of Emergency

Emergency In the Church

Please follow instructions given by The Priest and/or Stewards.

For fires at the back of the church, we will exit via the sacristy into the hall or side exit.

For fires at the front of the church, we will exit by front doors.

For fires in the middle of the church use the safest exit.

Fire extinguishers are to be used by competent trained persons only

Mass Intentions are listed on the website, Back of the Church notice board, and in the outside display case

Job Vacancies

St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School, Upminster

Are you ready to lead a joyful, ambitious Catholic school community where children are known, loved and inspired to flourish?

The governors of St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School, Upminster, are seeking to appoint an inspirational, practising Catholic Head Teacher to lead our happy and welcoming two-form-entry school from January 2027. Rooted in Gospel values and with Christ at the centre, St Joseph’s is a school with strong foundations, delightful children, dedicated staff, supportive families and an ambitious governing body.

This is a wonderful opportunity for a visible, faith-filled and values-led leader to build on all that is already strong, while shaping the next stage of our school’s journey with confidence, warmth and vision.

HEADTEACHER

CLOSING DATE 5PM ON 2ND SEPTEMBER 2026

Vacancies

Parish Bookkeeper- Cathedral House

A vacancy has arisen for a Parish Bookkeeper, to provide dedicated support in respect of financial control and reporting functions to individual Parishes and manage the day-to-day parish related accounting function within the central finance department. The role will work closely with the Parish Support Finance Assistant and will be 14 hours per week worked over two days.

The post will be primarily based at Cathedral House with some travel to parishes required.

The full job description is available on our website www.dioceseofbrentwood.net/diocese/working-for-us

The closing date for applications is 31^stJuly 2026 and we will then invite suitable applicants to interview.

If you have any queries or if you would like to apply, please send your CV to hr@brcdt.org

Finance Manager- Cathedral House

We are looking for a finance manager to support the Diocesan central finance department in all aspects of general accounts administration.

The post will be full time working 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday or 21 hours per week worked over three days.

The salary will be dependent on qualifications, skills, and experience.

The full job description is available on our website www.dioceseofbrentwood.net/diocese/working-for-us and attached to this email.

The closing date for applications is 31st July 2026 and we will then invite suitable applicants to interview.

If you have any queries or if you would like to apply, please send your CV to HR@BRCDT.ORG

Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Weekday Masses: 13^th July Monday 9:30am Mass

14^th July Tuesday No Mass

15^th July Wednesday 9:30am Mass

16^th July Thursday 9:30am Mass

17^th July Friday 9:30am Mass

2^nd Collection: There will be a second collection this weekend 11^th & 12^th July for

Sea Sunday -Stella Maris to support the seafarers, fishers and their families.

Fr. Adrian on Holiday

Birthday Celebrations Save the Date!

First Holy Communion Programme Registration Forms

Registration forms for our First Holy Communion programme are now available at the back of the Church for children in Year 4 and above (minimum age 8). The closing date for applications is

30 September 2026. Please take a registration form and return it to the parish office by this date.

We ask that you also provide a copy of your child’s baptism certificate when submitting the form.

If you have any questions, then please contact Fr. Adrian.

SVP: We will be holding a raffle ticket sale in support of the SVP after all the masses on the weekend of 18^th & 19^th July.

Lifts To Mass: The SVP would like to hear from parishioners who might need a lift to Mass. If you call/voice message the office 02085083492, or email: Loughton@brcdt.org, and leave your details, the SVP will try and help.

SVP 2026 Summer Raffle: We are delighted to announce the launch of the St Vincent de Paul 2026 Summer Raffle. This valuable fundraising initiative raised a record-breaking £95,000 nationally last year, enabling the Society to turn concern into action and provide practical support to those facing loneliness, isolation and the daily struggles of poverty in all its forms.

Tickets will be on sale after each Mass through SVP volunteers at £1 per ticket or £5 per book. The draw will take place on 24 September 2026, with prizes including £5,000 (1st prize), £1,000 (2nd prize) and 15 prizes of £100.

Please note: there is a small typo on the raffle tickets showing the year as 2025 instead of 2026, but please be assured that all tickets will still be accepted.

Thank you for your support

SVP Loughton

St Edmund Life Group– Supporting life from conception to natural death.

Any questions, please ring Paul 07456 405221 The Group Patron is Our Lady of Guadalupe

Note for Contemporary Music Group-(Please Note Change of Date)

Kindly note our Mass is this Sunday 12th July.

We are looking for new young singers to consider joining our friendly group – simply come up to the choir loft on the 12th of July before Mass starts and you’ll be made very welcome!

Final Places – Summer Holiday Opportunity. The St John Bosco Children’s Camp is held near Brentwood. It is an activities camp including archery, fishing, Aqua Park visit, football, kayaking and much more. Final places are currently available for children currently in school year 5 – 7 (i.e. aged 9 – 12 on 31^st August 2026) to spend a week at camp. Week One 25th July – 1st August or Week Two 1st – 8th August. The camp is run with a Catholic ethos and is for all children, especially those who may not otherwise have a summer holiday. Suggested donation £200, but fully funded places are also available thanks to generous grants. All application details are at www.boscocamp.co.uk

Applying for a Job? Fr. Adrian receives a number of reference requests for parishioners who are applying for work positions. He is always pleased to provide a reference, but it would be helpful if anyone who is applying for a post could make an appointment to speak with him about the position before giving his name. Many reference requests ask for details of weekly Mass attendance so

Fr. Adrian will need to verify this with applicants before he can complete the reference.

Many thanks.

Parish Administrator Notice:

Please could I kindly ask the 4 x Parishioners whose children’s Baptismal Certificates I currently have at the Parish office to come and collect. Please see Fr Adrian or collect from the Parish office.

Thank you very much. Lisa -Parish Administrator

CAFOD – Venezuela Earthquake Appeal

Our thoughts and prayers are with all the people of Venezuela after the two devastating earthquakes near Caracas. Please visit the CAFOD website at cafod.org.uk if you would like to donate online to help the survivors of this crisis with emergency water, food and shelter.

Please Pray for those who are Sick:

Job Vacancies

St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School, Upminster

Are you ready to lead a joyful, ambitious Catholic school community where children are known, loved and inspired to flourish?

HEADTEACHER

CLOSING DATE 5PM ON 2ND SEPTEMBER 2026

Vacancies

Parish Bookkeeper- Cathedral House

The post will be primarily based at Cathedral House with some travel to parishes required.

The full job description is available on our website www.dioceseofbrentwood.net/diocese/working-for-us

The closing date for applications is 31^stJuly 2026 and we will then invite suitable applicants to interview.

If you have any queries or if you would like to apply, please send your CV to hr@brcdt.org

Caritas Social Action Network

We are recruiting for a Policy and Public Affairs Officer to join our team on a full-time maternity cover contract,

Key details:

Role: Policy and Public Affairs Officer
Organisation: Caritas Social Action Network — CSAN
Contract: Full-time, fixed-term maternity cover
Salary: £30,000
Location: London / hybrid, mostly home-based
Closing date: Monday 13 July 2026, 12 noon
Interviews: Thursday 16 July 2026, in person in London

You can view the vacancy here:
https://www.charityjob.co.uk/jobs/caritas-social-action-network-csan-/policy-and-public-affairs-officer-maternity-leave-/1073529?organisationName=caritas-social-action-network-csan-&jobTitle=policy-and-public-affairs-officer-maternity-leave-

This role would suit someone who wants to put their skills at the service of the Church’s social mission, working with charities across England and Wales who support people experiencing poverty, homelessness, migration, exclusion and injustice.

Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Weekday Masses: 6th July Monday 9:30am Mass
7th July Tuesday 9:00am Mass
8th July Wednesday 9:30am Mass
9th July Thursday 9:30am Mass
10th July Friday 9:30am Mass
12th July Sunday 3:00pm Divine Mercy Devotions
Fr. Adrian on Holiday
Whilst Fr. Adrian is away, we are delighted to welcome Fr. Christopher Clohessy, who has kindly agreed to look after the parish during his absence. Fr. Christopher is a priest from South Africa and is currently teaching in Rome. Fr. Adrian is very grateful to him for providing this ministry and asks that we extend to him the warm welcome and hospitality for which our parish is so well known.

Ordination of Reverend Andre Illes
Please pray for the Reverend Andre Illes who was ordained priest on Saturday this weekend (4 July) at Brentwood Cathedral. We pray that the Lord will strengthen and guide him in his future ministry.

Birthday Celebrations Save the Date!
Our parish was founded 100 years ago this year, and we are planning a Mass and social event to celebrate on Sunday 13 September 2026. Please save the date for a beautiful celebration of our parish and all that means as a place of faith and community.

First Holy Communion Programme Registration Forms
One of the most important things we learn as disciples of Jesus is that he calls each of us into a deep and loving friendship with him. One of the greatest gifts he gives us to nurture and strengthen that friendship is the Eucharist, where we receive Him in Holy Communion. In our parish we begin preparing children for this special sacrament in Year 4 (ages 8–9), helping them to grow in their understanding of God’s love and in their relationship with Jesus.

Registration forms for our First Holy Communion programme are now available at the back of the Church for children in Year 4 and above (minimum age 8). The closing date for applications is
30 September 2026. Please take a registration form and return it to the parish office by this date.
We ask that you also provide a copy of your child’s baptism certificate when submitting the form.

If you have any questions, then please contact Fr. Adrian.
St Edmund Life Group- Supporting life from conception to natural death.
Any questions, please ring Paul 07456 405221 The Group Patron is Our Lady of Guadalupe

2nd Collection: There will be a second collection on the weekend of 11th & 12th July for
Sea Sunday -Stella Maris to support the seafarers, fishers and their families.

Note for Contemporary Music Group-(Please Note Change of Date)
Kindly note that, as two of our musicians are now not able to make our 5th July Mass, we’ve switched our Mass to the following Sunday 12th July. Sue has kindly agreed to switch with us, and our Parish choir will cover the 5th of July Mass.
We are looking for new young singers to consider joining our friendly group – simply come up to the choir loft on the 12th of July before Mass starts and you’ll be made very welcome!

Lifts To Mass: The SVP would like to hear from parishioners who might need a lift to Mass. If you call/voice message the office 02085083492, or email: Loughton@brcdt.org, and leave your details, the SVP will try and help.

Food in Church
Many parents bring a small snack to Mass for their children. This is absolutely fine, but please clear up any food that may be dropped before leaving the church. Last Sunday, I picked up various piles of crisps, cereal and fruit from the floor. Please remember we do our best to keep our church as clean as possible to honour Our Lord and to respect each other. If you are unable to pick up anything that has been dropped or spilt, then please let a steward or myself know after Mass. Thank you, Fr. Adrian

Applying for a Job? Fr. Adrian receives a number of reference requests for parishioners who are applying for work positions. He is always pleased to provide a reference, but it would be helpful if anyone who is applying for a post could make an appointment to speak with him about the position before giving his name. Many reference requests ask for details of weekly Mass attendance so
Fr. Adrian will need to verify this with applicants before he can complete the reference.
Many thanks.

Parish Administrator Notice:
Please could I kindly ask the 4 x Parishioners whose children’s Baptismal Certificates I currently have at the Parish office to come and collect. Please see Fr Adrian or collect from the Parish office.
Thank you very much. Lisa -Parish Administrator

CAFOD – Venezuela Earthquake Appeal
Our thoughts and prayers are with all the people of Venezuela after the two devastating earthquakes near Caracas. Please visit the CAFOD website at cafod.org.uk if you would like to donate online to help the survivors of this crisis with emergency water, food and shelter.

Please Pray for those who are Sick:
Evelyn Bearne, Robert Bearne, Karl Britz, Brenda Bryant, Bernadette Hall, Ann Hawkes, Claire Howes, Angela Long, Lilian Mothersole, John McKernan, Remy, Geraldine Taylor, James Wright, Pamela Gibson, Geraldine Stains, Linda Moriarty, Victoria Leahy, Jean Collins, Barbara Searl, Lyn Povey, Mason Family, Ben Lewis, Adam Piotrowski, Bernard Hughes, Brian Carter and all our loved ones who are unwell.

JOB VACANCIES

Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Multi Academy Trust

The Trustees of Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Multi Academy Trust wish to appoint for the following vacancies within the Trust.

Position
Closing Date
School
Interview Date
Starting Date
Site Manager (Full-Time 37 hpw)
Monday 13th July 2026
St John Fisher Catholic Primary School, Loughton
TBC
ASAP
Learning Support Assistant (Apprenticeship qualification will also be considered)
Monday 13th July 2026
St John Fisher Catholic Primary School, Loughton
TBC
September 2026

In Cases of Emergency
If there is no answer from the parish phone and you are seeking a priest in an emergency, please call one of the local parishes, either in Epping Phone: 01992 572516, or the St. Thomas of Canterbury Friary at Woodford Green Phone: 020 8504 1688.

Emergency In the Church
Please follow instructions given by The Priest and/or Stewards.
For fires at the back of the church, we will exit via the sacristy into the hall or side exit.
For fires at the front of the church, we will exit by front doors.
For fires in the middle of the church use the safest exit.
Fire extinguishers are to be used by competent trained persons only
Mass Intentions are listed on the website, Back of the Church notice board, and in the outside display case