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Please pray for the response of the soul of Peter Wright who died last Monday. We keep his family in our prayers as well.

First Holy Communion Programme Registration Forms

The important thing we all need to learn as disciples is that Jesus calls us into a deep, loving friendship with him and that Holy Communion is something that helps that friendship grow. After a time of prayer and discernment, of accompanying our children in this parish and in others, and after speaking with our catechists, it has become apparent that our children would be better able to participate in this important time in their lives if we wait a year, making the time of formation year 4 (ages 8/9).  

Registration forms for First Holy Communion are now available with a closing date of 30 September 2025 for children in year 4 and above (minimum age 8). Please take a form and return it to the parish office by this date. There will be a meeting for parents in November, and the formation sessions will start in Advent. Please be ready to provide a copy of your child’s baptism certificate with your form.

We are looking forward to the programme this year and to helping guide our young people in their relationship with the Lord. As a preparation over the coming months, you may wish to start to speak with your children about Jesus’s presence in the Eucharist and begin to share your own stories and memories of your First Holy Communion. You could also speak with them about what the Eucharist means to you today.

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

The Divine Mercy Apostolate, London

We are holding a Celebration of St Faustina Birthday at Aylesford Priory, Aylesford, Kent on Bank Holiday Monday 25 August 2025 from 10:30 am to 4pm.The reflection day will include teachings on the Message of Divine Mercy, Holy Mass, Hour of Mercy with Stations of the Cross, Adoration and Benediction and Veneration of the Image of Merciful Jesus.

All welcome. Call Millie on 07957594646 for more information.

Coaches from Ealing Broadway and Victoria.

March For Life

SATURDAY, 6 SEPTEMBER 2025

Please witness for life from conception to natural death and join us at Marsham Street  SW1P 3NT (by Westminster Abbey. The event starts at 10:00am with a 10:30am Mass in Westminster Cathedral. The March starts at 2:00pm.

Celebrating Vatican II

As the sixtieth anniversary of the conclusion of Vatican II approaches Fr Adrian Graffy will lead a study day entitled ‘Vatican II and its Popes’. 

The event will take place at the Catholic parish of Christ the Eternal High Priest in Gidea Park (RM2 6DH) on Saturday 20th September from 10.30. Entrance is free, and a recording of the talk will be available subsequently on www.whatgoodnews.org 

Brentwood Catholic Youth Service – Youth Gather, 25th – 26th October

Youth Gather is a weekend of faith, fun and friendship – with speakers, workshops, prayer and outdoor activities, meeting friends old and new, and all while sharing in and celebrating our Catholic faith. There will be coaches offering transport from around the Diocese included in the cost, as well as all meals, cabin accommodation and activities. This event is for year 9 and above. Apply now at www.bcys.net/events

Baptisms

The Church has always advocated that infants should be baptised as soon as possible after birth. If you are parents of new infants and you wish to have your child baptised please can you kindly contact your parish priest Fr Adrian Lowe 0208 5083492 as soon as possible regarding the baptism of your child at St Edmund’s. For first time parents there is a Baptismal Programme run by Mrs Sharon Chalk. Baptisms take place on Saturdays at 12.30pm.

Food Bank Donations

Over the summer when all children stay at home, the costs of food are felt even more by families that are just about managing, or for those that work, the continuing need of childcare with the costs incurred. Many rely on Free School Meals during term time and are left without anything in the holidays- a stark reality that many families rely on those meals for their children’s main meal of the day. The box for food donations is in the parent and baby room (to the left as you enter the church). Thank you very much for all your donations.

Many parents enjoy using the room at the back of the church if children become restless. There are toys and children’s books to keep children occupied as well as a speaker so that the Mass can still be heard and followed.

Please Pray For Those Who Are Sick

Evelyn 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, Ian Johnson

  and all our loved ones who are unwell.

ST EDMUNDS of CANTERBURY CATHOLIC PARISH (Financial Accounts Summary for Fiscal Year 2023 to 2024)

Overall, the parish statement of income and expenditure for the financial year ended 2023-2024 showed a deficit of £1.3k, which is a significant improvement on the previous year deficit of £60.4k [which, of course, included some significant exceptional repair costs to the Church]. The target for the current financial year 2024-2025 is to achieve a positive surplus of £25.4k. 

The parish income including second collections for 2023-2024 [£157k] was broadly in line with the previous year [£164k] and is expected to increase to over £200k for the current year. This is mainly attributed to an increase in the gift aid monies of 2022-2023 and 2023-2024, which are expected to be received in this current year collectively, and a 3% increase in the offertory collection channels. 

Budgeted Expenditure has increased in total from £158k to £176k for the year 2023-2024. The reason for the increase are extraordinary costs such as ordination costs. 

Note that in the previous financial year 2023-2024, we had a fire audit and a health and safety audit, which have led to the expected additional repair costs in the 2024-2025 financial year. We can confirm at this stage of the current financial year that, except for the fire audit, all recommendations have been implemented, accounted for and passed on re-inspection.

For queries or questions about the accounts, please contact loughton@brcdt.org

John Fitzmaurice, Chairperson Parish Finance Group

Sunday 10th August -3:00pm Divine Mercy Devotions in the Church. All are welcome. 

Friday 15th August Holy Day of Obligation-Feast of the Assumption- Mass at 12:15pm & 7:30pm 

First Holy Communion Programme Registration Forms

The important thing we all need to learn as disciples is that Jesus calls us into a deep, loving friendship with him and that Holy Communion is something that helps that friendship grow. After a time of prayer and discernment, of accompanying our children in this parish and in others, and after speaking with our catechists, it has become apparent that our children would be better able to participate in this important time in their lives if we wait a year, making the time of formation year 4 (ages 8/9).  

Registration forms for First Holy Communion are now available with a closing date of 30 September 2025 for children in year 4 and above (minimum age 8). Please take a form and return it to the parish office by this date. There will be a meeting for parents in November, and the formation sessions will start in Advent. Please be ready to provide a copy of your child’s baptism certificate with your form.

We are looking forward to the programme this year and to helping guide our young people in their relationship with the Lord. As a preparation over the coming months, you may wish to start to speak with your children about Jesus’s presence in the Eucharist and begin to share your own stories and memories of your First Holy Communion. You could also speak with them about what the Eucharist means to you today.

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

Father Frank Westcott

Father Frank has been appointed as Parochial Administrator for St. Helens Church in Ongar. We wish Fr. Frank many blessings in this appointment and our affection and prayers will always be with him.

The Divine Mercy Apostolate, London

We are holding a Celebration of St Faustina Birthday at Aylesford Priory, Aylesford, Kent on Bank Holiday Monday 25 August 2025 from 10:30 am to 4pm.The reflection day will include teachings on the Message of Divine Mercy, Holy Mass, Hour of Mercy with Stations of the Cross, Adoration and Benediction and Veneration of the Image of Merciful Jesus.

All welcome. Call Millie on 07957594646 for more information.

Coaches from Ealing Broadway and Victoria.

Marriage Help 

Retrouvaille helps couples find hope and healing for their marriage. Next date: 17th-19th Oct. www.retrouvaille.org.uk Tel: 0788 7296983

Celebrating Vatican II

As the sixtieth anniversary of the conclusion of Vatican II approaches Fr Adrian Graffy will lead a study day entitled ‘Vatican II and its Popes’. 

The event will take place at the Catholic parish of Christ the Eternal High Priest in Gidea Park (RM2 6DH) on Saturday 20th September from 10.30. Entrance is free, and a recording of the talk will be available subsequently on www.whatgoodnews.org 

Brentwood Catholic Youth Service – Youth Gather, 25th – 26th October

Youth Gather is a weekend of faith, fun and friendship – with speakers, workshops, prayer and outdoor activities, meeting friends old and new, and all while sharing in and celebrating our Catholic faith. There will be coaches offering transport from around the Diocese included in the cost, as well as all meals, cabin accommodation and activities. This event is for year 9 and above. Apply now at www.bcys.net/events

Baptisms

The Church has always advocated that infants should be baptised as soon as possible after birth. If you are parents of new infants and you wish to have your child baptised please can you kindly contact your parish priest Fr Adrian Lowe 0208 5083492 as soon as possible regarding the baptism of your child at St Edmund’s. For first time parents there is a Baptismal Programme run by Mrs Sharon Chalk. Baptisms take place on Saturdays at 12.30pm.

Please Pray For Those Who Are Sick

Evelyn 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, Peter Wright, Ben Lewis, Ian Johnson

  and all our loved ones who are unwell.

We welcome Fr Chris back to the Parish for the next few weeks.

First Holy Communion Programme Registration Forms

The important thing we all need to learn as disciples is that Jesus calls us into a deep, loving friendship with him and that Holy Communion is something that helps that friendship grow. After a time of prayer and discernment, of accompanying our children in this parish and in others, and after speaking with our catechists, it has become apparent that our children would be better able to participate in this important time in their lives if we wait a year, making the time of formation year 4 (ages 8/9).  

Registration forms for First Holy Communion are now available with a closing date of 30 September 2025 for children in year 4 and above (minimum age 8). Please take a form and return it to the parish office by this date. There will be a meeting for parents in November, and the formation sessions will start in Advent. Please be ready to provide a copy of your child’s baptism certificate with your form.

We are looking forward to the programme this year and to helping guide our young people in their relationship with the Lord. As a preparation over the coming months, you may wish to start to speak with your children about Jesus’s presence in the Eucharist and begin to share your own stories and memories of your First Holy Communion. You could also speak with them about what the Eucharist means to you today.

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

Father Frank Westcott

Father Frank has been appointed as Parochial Administrator for St. Helens Church in Ongar. We wish Fr. Frank many blessings in this appointment and our affection and prayers will always be with him. 

The Divine Mercy Apostolate, London

We are holding a Celebration of St Faustina Birthday at Aylesford Priory, Aylesford, Kent on Bank Holiday Monday 25 August 2025 from 10:30 am to 4pm.The reflection day will include teachings on the Message of Divine Mercy, Holy Mass, Hour of Mercy with Stations of the Cross, Adoration and Benediction and Veneration of the Image of Merciful Jesus.

All welcome. Call Millie on 07957594646 for more information.

Coaches from Ealing Broadway and Victoria.

Marriage Help 

Retrouvaille helps couples find hope and healing for their marriage. Next date: 17th-19th Oct. www.retrouvaille.org.uk Tel: 0788 7296983

Celebrating Vatican II

As the sixtieth anniversary of the conclusion of Vatican II approaches Fr Adrian Graffy will lead a study day entitled ‘Vatican II and its Popes’. 

The event will take place at the Catholic parish of Christ the Eternal High Priest in Gidea Park (RM2 6DH) on Saturday 20th September from 10.30. Entrance is free, and a recording of the talk will be available subsequently on www.whatgoodnews.org 

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Baptisms

The Church has always advocated that infants should be baptised as soon as possible after birth. If you are parents of new infants and you wish to have your child baptised please can you kindly contact your parish priest Fr Adrian Lowe 0208 5083492 as soon as possible regarding the baptism of your child at St Edmund’s. For first time parents there is a Baptismal Programme run by Mrs Sharon Chalk. Baptisms take place on Saturdays at 12.30pm.

Food Bank Donations

Over the summer when all children stay at home, the costs of food are felt even more by families that are just about managing, or for those that work, the continuing need of childcare with the costs incurred. Many rely on Free School Meals during term time and are left without anything in the holidays- a stark reality that many families rely on those meals for their children’s main meal of the day. The box for food donations is in the parent and baby room (to the left as you enter the church). Thank you very much for all your donations.

Please Pray For Those Who Are Sick

Evelyn 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, Peter Wright, Ben Lewis

  and all our loved ones who are unwell.

We welcome Fr Chris back to the Parish for the next few weeks.

First Holy Communion Programme Registration Forms

The important thing we all need to learn as disciples is that Jesus calls us into a deep, loving friendship with him and that Holy Communion is something that helps that friendship grow. After a time of prayer and discernment, of accompanying our children in this parish and in others, and after speaking with our catechists, it has become apparent that our children would be better able to participate in this important time in their lives if we wait a year, making the time of formation year 4 (ages 8/9).  

Registration forms for First Holy Communion are now available with a closing date of 30 September 2025 for children in year 4 and above (minimum age 8). Please take a form and return it to the parish office by this date. There will be a meeting for parents in November, and the formation sessions will start in Advent. Please be ready to provide a copy of your child’s baptism certificate with your form.

We are looking forward to the programme this year and to helping guide our young people in their relationship with the Lord. As a preparation over the coming months, you may wish to start to speak with your children about Jesus’s presence in the Eucharist and begin to share your own stories and memories of your First Holy Communion.You could also speak with them about what the Eucharist means to you today.

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

Father Frank Westcott

Father Frank has been appointed as Parochial Administrator for St. Helens Church in Ongar. We wish Fr. Frank many blessings in this appointment and our affection and prayers will always be with him. 

Note For Our Contemporary Music Group

We will next be singing and playing at the 11am Mass on Sunday, 3rd August and holding a practice 7 to 8pm on Monday, 28th July. Kindly make every effort to come to the practice as well as the Mass so that we can practise the psalm and other hymns for the Mass itself. If you are on holiday, please have a safe and happy time, but otherwise please do come along to both! Thanks. 

Many parents enjoy using the room at the back of the church if children become restless. There are toys and children’s books to keep children occupied as well as a speaker so that the Mass can still be heard and followed.

National Pilgrimage Of Reparation & Prayer For The Sanctity Of Life

to Walsingham, Saturday 2nd August to be led by Bishop John Keenan of Paisley diocese, Scotland. Everyone is invited to join in this pilgrimage either in person or via the Shrine livestream at https://www.walsingham.org.uk/live-stream/.

Details of the day and travel arrangements can found at www.prolifepilgerimage.org

March For Life

SATURDAY, 6 SEPTEMBER 2025

Please witness for life from conception to natural death and join us at Marsham Street  SW1P 3NT (by Westminster Abbey. The event starts at 10:00am with a 10:30am Mass in Westminster Cathedral. The March starts at 2:00pm.

The Divine Mercy Apostolate, London

We are holding a Celebration of St Faustina Birthday at Aylesford Priory, Aylesford, Kent on Bank Holiday Monday 25 August 2025 from 10:30 am to 4pm.The reflection day will include teachings on the Message of Divine Mercy, Holy Mass, Hour of Mercy with Stations of the Cross, Adoration and Benediction and Veneration of the Image of Merciful Jesus.

All welcome. Call Millie on 07957594646 for more information.

Coaches from Ealing Broadway and Victoria.

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Baptisms

The Church has always advocated that infants should be baptised as soon as possible after birth. If you are parents of new infants and you wish to have your child baptised please can you kindly contact your parish priest Fr Adrian Lowe 0208 5083492 as soon as possible regarding the baptism of your child at St Edmund’s. For first time parents there is a Baptismal Programme run by Mrs Sharon Chalk. Baptisms take place on Saturdays at 12.30pm.

Food Bank Donations

Over the summer when all children stay at home, the costs of food are felt even more by families that are just about managing, or for those that work, the continuing need of childcare with the costs incurred. Many rely on Free School Meals during term time and are left without anything in the holidays- a stark reality that many families rely on those meals for their children’s main meal of the day. The box for food donations is in the parent and baby room (to the left as you enter the church). Thank you very much for all your donations.

Please Pray For Those Who Are Sick

Evelyn 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, Peter Wright  and all our loved ones who are unwell.

Job Vacancies

PARISH ADMINISTRATOR

Our Lady of Good Counsel- Wickford

A vacancy has arisen for a Parish Administrator, to provide administrative support services to the Parish Office by implementing and maintaining office systems, processes and procedures and delivering a welcoming, appropriate service to those attending the parish office. Carrying out financial duties is also required as part of the role. 

All applicants should have good administrative and finance skills, although some training will be given.

The post will be part-time working 12 hours per week – 

(4 Days per week, 3 hours per day).

The salary is £12.60 per hour

The closing date for applications is 6th August 2025 and suitable applicants will be invited to attend interviews week commencing 18th August 2025.

If you have any queries or if you would like to apply please complete a  Recruitment Application Form and send this to the HR department by email at hr@brcdt.org.

TRINITY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL

• SEN TA/ELSA , 32 hours, September/October 2025

Please visit the school’s website https://www.tchs.org.uk/about-us-employment for further job information  

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 – Tel 01992 572516, or the St. Thomas of Canterbury Friary at Woodford Green – Tel: 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 ON THE WEBSITE, BACK OF THE CHURCH NOTICE BOARD, AND IN THE OUTSIDE DISPLAY CASE. 

Funeral Service for Betty Ngai-RIP on Thursday 24th JULY at 11:00am

We welcome Fr Chris back to the Parish for the next few weeks.

First Holy Communion Programme Registration Forms

The important thing we all need to learn as disciples is that Jesus calls us into a deep, loving friendship with him and that Holy Communion is something that helps that friendship grow. After a time of prayer and discernment, of accompanying our children in this parish and in others, and after speaking with our catechists, it has become apparent that our children would be better able to participate in this important time in their lives if we wait a year, making the time of formation year 4 (ages 8/9).  

Registration forms for First Holy Communion are now available with a closing date of 30 September 2025 for children in year 4 and above (minimum age 8). Please take a form and return it to the parish office by this date. There will be a meeting for parents in November, and the formation sessions will start in Advent. Please be ready to provide a copy of your child’s baptism certificate with your form.

We are looking forward to the programme this year and to helping guide our young people in their relationship with the Lord. As a preparation over the coming months, you may wish to start to speak with your children about Jesus’s presence in the Eucharist and begin to share your own stories and memories of your First Holy Communion.You could also speak with them about what the Eucharist means to you today.

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

Father Frank Westcott

Father Frank has been appointed as Parochial Administrator for St. Helens Church in Ongar.  We wish Fr. Frank many blessings in this appointment and our affection and prayers will always be with him. 

Note For Our Contemporary Music Group

We will next be singing and playing at the 11am Mass on Sunday, 3rd August and holding a practice 7 to 8pm on Monday, 28th July.  Kindly make every effort to come to the practice as well as the Mass so that we can practise the psalm and other hymns for the Mass itself. If you are on holiday, please have a safe and happy time, but otherwise please do come along to both! Thanks. 

National Pilgrimage Of Reparation & Prayer For The Sanctity Of Life

to Walsingham, Saturday 2nd August to be led by Bishop John Keenan of Paisley diocese, Scotland. Everyone is invited to join in this pilgrimage either in person or via the Shrine livestream at https://www.walsingham.org.uk/live-stream/.

Details of the day and travel arrangements can found at www.prolifepilgerimage.org

The Divine Mercy Apostolate, London

We are holding a Celebration of St Faustina Birthday at Aylesford Priory, Aylesford, Kent on Bank Holiday Monday 25 August 2025 from 10:30 am to 4pm.The reflection day will include teachings on the Message of Divine Mercy, Holy Mass, Hour of Mercy with Stations of the Cross, Adoration and Benediction and Veneration of the Image of Merciful Jesus.

All welcome. Call Millie on 07957594646 for more information.

Coaches from Ealing Broadway and Victoria.

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Baptisms

The Church has always advocated that infants should be baptised as soon as possible after birth. If you are parents of new infants and you wish to have your child baptised please can you kindly contact your parish priest Fr Adrian Lowe 0208 5083492 as soon as possible re. the baptism of your child at St Edmund’s. For first time parents there is a Baptismal Programme run by Mrs Sharon Chalk. Baptisms take place on Saturdays at 12.30pm.

Food Bank Donations

Over the summer when all children stay at home, the costs of food are felt even more by families that are just about managing, or for those that work, the continuing need of childcare with the costs incurred. Many rely on Free School Meals during term time and are left without anything in the holidays- a stark reality that many families rely on those meals for their children’s main meal of the day. The box for food donations is in the parent and baby room (to the left as you enter the church). Thank you very much for all your donations.

Please Pray For Those Who Are Sick

Evelyn 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, Peter Wright  and all our loved ones who are unwell.

ST EDMUND OF CANTERBURY & ST THOMAS MORE CATHOLIC CHURCH

9 Traps Hill

Loughton, Essex IG10 1SZ

Parish Priest: Fr Adrian Lowe

Phone:0208 5083492

Email: loughton@brcdt.org

Website: https://stedmundsloughton.org.uk

The Brentwood Diocesan Trust / Registered Charity No. 234092

FIFTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME (C) 

13th July 2025- 20th July, 2025

DIVINE MERCY DEVOTIONS will be this Sunday 13th July at 3pm in the Church.

All are welcome. Confessions are available afterwards.

STELLA MARIS-SEA SUNDAY

There will be a second collection after all the masses this weekend.

This is the day in the Church’s year when it prays and collects funds for all those who live and work at sea. Seafarers and fishers play a vital role in all our lives, but they often work in difficult, hazardous conditions. Your support will make a big difference to seafarers and fishers in need.

NOTE FOR OUR CONTEMPORARY MUSIC GROUP

We will next be singing and playing at the 11am Mass on Sunday, 3rd August and holding a practice 7 to 8pm on Monday, 28th July.  Kindly make every effort to come to the practice as well as the Mass so that we can practise the psalm and other hymns for the Mass itself. If you are on holiday, please have a safe and happy time, but otherwise please do come along to both! Thanks. 

MARANATHA

Join us for Mass and Prayer and Praise on Thursday 17th July from 7.00 to 9.00pm at the Sion Community, Sawyers Hall Lane, Brentwood, Essex CM15 9BX . All are welcome and there is no need to book, just come along. CCR Team.

“AWAKE LONDON”

 A Catholic Bible convention and Healing ministry on Saturday  19th July 2025 from 1.30 pm to 5 pm led by Fr. Gerry Ezekwere CMF and Anointing Fire Catholic Ministry UK at Catholic Parish of Christ The King, 455 Chingford Road London,E4 8SP. Convention includes: Praise and Worship, Holy Mass, confession,Healing service and Eucharistic Adoration,spiritual sharing, sessions for children  (www.afcmuk.org). Free car parking available.

BAPTISMS

If there are parents wishing to have their children baptised at St. Edmund’s please could you kindly contact your parish priest Fr Adrian Lowe 0208 5083492 as soon as possible. For first time parents there is a Baptismal Programme run by Mrs Sharon Chalk.Baptisms take place on Saturdays at 12.30pm.

NATIONAL PILGRIMAGE OF REPARATION & PRAYER FOR THE SANCTITY OF LIFE

to Walsingham, Saturday 2nd August to be led by Bishop John Keenan of Paisley diocese, Scotland. Everyone is invited to join in this pilgrimage either in person or via the Shrine livestream at https://www.walsingham.org.uk/live-stream/.

Details of the day and travel arrangements can found at www.prolifepilgerimage.org

FOOD BANK DONATIONS

Over the summer when all children stay at home, the costs of food are felt even more by families that are just about managing, or for those that work, the continuing need of childcare with the costs incurred. Many rely on Free School Meals during term time and are left without anything in the holidays- a stark reality that many families rely on those meals for their children’s main meal of the day. The box for food donations is in the parent and baby room (to the left as you enter the church). Thank you very much for all your donations.76

THE DIVINE MERCY APOSTOLATE, LONDON

We are holding a Celebration of St Faustina Birthday at Aylesford Priory, Aylesford, Kent on Bank Holiday Monday 25 August 2025 from 10:30 am to 4pm.The reflection day will include teachings on the Message of Divine Mercy, Holy Mass, Hour of Mercy with Stations of the Cross, Adoration and Benediction and Veneration of the Image of Merciful Jesus.

All welcome. Call Millie on 07957594646 for more information. 

Coaches from Ealing Broadway and Victoria.

GIFT AID NOTICE

Please note the new email address for correspondence with our Gift Aid Coordinator (Abbie) is as follows giftaid-loughton@brcdt.org

MARCH FOR LIFE

SATURDAY, 6 SEPTEMBER 2025

Please witness for life from conception to natural death and join us at Marsham Street  SW1P 3NT (by Westminster Abbey. The event starts at 10:00am with a 10:30am Mass in Westminster Cathedral. The March starts at 2:00pm.

Many parents enjoy using the room at the back of the church if children become restless. There are toys and children’s books to keep children occupied as well as a speaker so that the Mass can still be heard and followed.

PLEASE PRAY FOR THOSE WHO ARE SICK

Evelyn 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, Peter Wright  and all our loved ones who are unwell.

Job Vacancies

PARISH ADMINISTRATOR

Our Lady of Good Counsel- Wickford

A vacancy has arisen for a Parish Administrator, to provide administrative support services to the Parish Office by implementing and maintaining office systems, processes and procedures and delivering a welcoming, appropriate service to those attending the parish office.

The post will be part-time working 12 hours per week – 

(4 Days per week, 3 hours per day).

The salary is £12.60 per hour 

The closing date for applications is 12pm on 8th July 2025 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 by email to wickford@brcdt.org

PARISH ADMINISTRATOR

St Mary Mother of God– Hornchurch

St Mary Mother of God in Hornchurch are looking for a Parish Administrator to provide complete and comprehensive administration for the church community and also carry out some financial duties. 

The successful applicant will need to have excellent communication and administration skills as well as financial experience.

Hours: 20 to 22 hours per week working three or four days per week . 

Pay is dependable on skills and experience. 

The full job description can be accessed on our diocese website Vacancies – Brentwood Diocese

Please apply by sending a CV and covering letter (no longer than A4) to hr@brcdt.org . Closing date for applications is Monday 14th July at 12 noon .

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 – Tel 01992 572516, or the St. Thomas of Canterbury Friary at Woodford Green – Tel: 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 ON THE WEBSITE, BACK OF THE CHURCH NOTICE BOARD, AND IN THE OUTSIDE DISPLAY CASE. 

ST EDMUND OF CANTERBURY & ST THOMAS MORE CATHOLIC CHURCH

9 Traps Hill

Loughton, Essex IG10 1SZ

Parish Priest: Fr Adrian Lowe

Phone: 0208 5083492

Email: loughton@brcdt.org

Website: https://stedmundsloughton.org.uk

The Brentwood Diocesan Trust / Registered Charity No. 234092

FOURTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME (C) 

6th July 2025- 13th July, 2025

DIVINE MERCY DEVOTIONS will be on Sunday 13th July at 3pm in the Church.

All are welcome. Confessions are available afterwards.

SECOND COLLECTION: On 12th & 13th July, 2025 there will be a second collection after the masses for STELLA MARIS-SEA SUNDAY.

This is the day in the Church’s year when it prays and collects funds for all those who live and work at sea. Seafarers and fishers play a vital role in all our lives, but they often work in difficult, hazardous conditions. Your support will make a big difference to seafarers and fishers in need.

Many parents enjoy using the room at the back of the church if children become restless. There are toys and children’s books to keep children occupied as well as a speaker so that the Mass can still be heard and followed.

CONFESSIONAL

The confessional in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel will be undergoing some work over the next few weeks to make it fully compliant with Health and Safety, and to make it a more attractive and prayerful space for the Sacrament of Reconciliation.

ST EDMUND LIFE GROUP MEETING 

The next meeting takes place in the upper room (The Retreat) of the Parish Centre on Monday 7th July, 2025 7.15 – 8.45pm.

Please keep this date in your diary.

Any questions please ring Paul 07861 032174

BAPTISMS

If there are parents wishing to have their children baptised at St. Edmund’s please could you kindly contact your parish priest Fr Adrian Lowe 0208 5083492 as soon as possible. For first time parents there is a Baptismal Programme run by Mrs Sharon Chalk.

 Baptisms take place on Saturdays at 12.30pm

THE DIVINE MERCY APOSTOLATE, LONDON

We are holding a Celebration of St Faustina Birthday at Aylesford Priory, Aylesford, Kent on Bank Holiday Monday 25 August 2025 from 10:30 am to 4pm. The reflection day will include teachings on the Message of Divine Mercy, Holy Mass, Hour of Mercy with Stations of the Cross, Adoration and Benediction and Veneration of the Image of Merciful Jesus.

All welcome. Call Millie on 07957594646 for more information. 

Coaches from Ealing Broadway and Victoria.

GIFT AID

If you have a gift aid account, you should have received your end of tax year statement either via email or the post. If you received your statement via the post and have an email address please send your Gift Aid number and the email address to

giftaid-loughton@brcdt.org.

If you have not received your statement or there are any discrepancies in what you have received, also email giftaid-loughton@brcdt.org with any relevant information.

Thank you. Abbie

NATIONAL PILGRIMAGE OF REPARATION & PRAYER FOR THE SANCTITY OF LIFE

to Walsingham, Saturday 2nd August to be led by Bishop John Keenan of Paisley diocese, Scotland. Everyone is invited to join in this pilgrimage either in person or via the Shrine livestream at https://www.walsingham.org.uk/live-stream/.

Details of the day and travel arrangements can found at www.prolifepilgerimage.org

RETROUVAILLE ENGLAND & WALES

Considering separation or are already divorced? If you are open to try again – Retrouvaille could be the solution. www.retrouvaille.org.uk +44 797 338 0443

FOOD BANK DONATIONS

Over the summer when all children stay at home, the costs of food are felt even more by families that are just about managing, or for those that work, the continuing need of childcare with the costs incurred. Many rely on Free School Meals during term time and are left without anything in the holidays- a stark reality that many families rely on those meals for their children’s main meal of the day. Let alone the added stress of being able to afford new school uniform for the September. The box for food donations is in the parent and baby room (to the left as you enter the church). Thank you very much for all your donations.

PLEASE PRAY FOR THOSE WHO ARE SICK

Evelyn 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, Peter Wright  and all our loved ones who are unwell.

Job Vacancies

TRINITY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL

• Teacher of Music with TLR, Full or Part time, Permanent, September 2025 or January 2026
• Teacher of Spanish with TLR, Full time, Permanent, September 2025
• Teacher of Science with TLR, Full time, Permanent, September 2025

Please visit the school’s website https://www.tchs.org.uk/about-us/employment/ for further job information.

Parish Administrator- Our Lady of Good Counsel- Wickford

A vacancy has arisen for a Parish Administrator, to provide administrative support services to the Parish Office by implementing and maintaining office systems, processes and procedures and delivering a welcoming, appropriate service to those attending the parish office.

The post will be part-time working 12 hours per week – 

(4 Days per week, 3 hours per day).

The salary is £12.60 per hour 

The closing date for applications is 12pm on 8th July 2025 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 by email to wickford@brcdt.org

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 – Tel 01992 572516, or the St. Thomas of Canterbury Friary at Woodford Green – Tel: 020 8504 1688.

MASS INTENTIONS ARE ON THE WEBSITE, BACK OF THE CHURCH NOTICE BOARD, AND IN THE OUTSIDE DISPLAY CASE. 

29^th June 2025- 6^th July, 2025

COLLECTION This weekend there will be a second collection after all the masses for Peter’s Pence -Feast of St Peter & Paul.

NOTE FOR OUR CONTEMPORARY MUSIC GROUP

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

and having a practice beforehand on Monday, 30^th June- 7 to 8pm.

We hope you can all come to the practice as well as the Mass – it really does help to practice as the psalm and other music sounds much better with rehearsal! We look forward to seeing you all there and we would of course welcome any new singers or musicians who may consider joining us. Thanks. Ferdi

CONFESSIONAL

The confessional in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel will be undergoing some work over the next few weeks to make it fully compliant with Health and Safety, and to make it a more attractive and prayerful space for the Sacrament of Reconciliation.

BAPTISMS

If there are parents wishing to have their children baptised at St. Edmund’s please could you kindly contact your parish priest Fr Adrian Lowe 0208 5083492 as soon as possible. For first time parents there is a Baptismal Programme run by Mrs Sharon Chalk.

 Baptisms take place on Saturdays at 12.30pm

Scouting Group Lead Volunteer (GLV)

James Gellar is stepping down from the role of GLV after 22 years of service to scouting.  The parish scouting sections will be forever in his debt. The Scouting Groups are now seeking nominations for a GLV to replace James. Importantly, you do not need prior involvement in scouting to take on this role. It’s about uniting the community, supporting our sections, and ensuring our Scouts have the best possible experience. Please submit nominations by 18th July to the7theppingforest@outlook.com . You can read more about the role in the letter below.

ST EDMUND LIFE GROUP MEETING

The next meeting takes place in the upper room (The Retreat) of the Parish Centre on Monday 7^th July, 2025 7.15 – 8.45pm.

Please keep this date in your diary.

Any questions please ring Paul 07861 032174

GIFT AID

If you have a gift aid account, you should have received your end of tax year statement either via email or the post. If you received your statement via the post and have an email address please send your Gift Aid number and the email address to

giftaid-loughton@brcdt.org.

If you have not received your statement or there are any discrepancies in what you have received, also email giftaid-loughton@brcdt.org with any relevant information.

Thank you. Abbie

ST JOHN FISHER SUMMER FAIR & BOUNCE

Friday 4th July, 3:30–6:00 PM | Burney Drive

An exciting afternoon of fun, food,and bouncy fun—don’t miss it!

Help Needed: Auction Prizes Needed! We’re looking for prize donations for the St John Fisher Online Auction on 5th July. If you or your business can help, please get in touch with the committeesjfpta@gmail.com  Thank you.

BRENTWOOD CATHOLIC YOUTH SERVICE – JULY YOUTH MASS

On Thursday 3^rd July, Youth Mass will be celebrated by Bishop Alan at Brentwood Cathedral. There will be pizza in the parish hall from 6pm, followed by Youth Mass in the Cathedral from 7:30pm where Bishop Alan will bless all those travelling on our youth pilgrimage to Lourdes this Summer. All young people around the Diocese are very welcome to join – there is no need to book! Get in touch at info@bcys.net for more information.

THE DIVINE MERCY APOSTOLATE, LONDON

We are holding a Celebration of St Faustina Birthday at Aylesford Priory, Aylesford, Kent on Bank Holiday Monday 25 August 2025 from 10:30 am to 4pm. The reflection day will include teachings on the Message of Divine Mercy, Holy Mass, Hour of Mercy with Stations of the Cross, Adoration and Benediction and Veneration of the Image of Merciful Jesus.

All welcome. Call Millie on 07957594646 for more information. Coaches from Ealing Broadway and Victoria.

RETROUVAILLE ENGLAND & WALES

Considering separation or are already divorced? If you are open to try again – Retrouvaille could be the solution. www.retrouvaille.org.uk +44 797 338 0443

FOOD BANK DONATIONS

The box for food donations is now in the parent and baby room (to the left as you enter the church).Thank you very much for all your donations.

PLEASE PRAY FOR THOSE WHO ARE SICK

Evelyn 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, Peter Wright  and all our loved ones who are unwell

Job Vacancies

TRINITY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL

• Teacher of Music with TLR, Full or Part time, Permanent, September 2025 or January 2026
• Teacher of Spanish with TLR, Full time, Permanent, September 2025
• Teacher of Science with TLR, Full time, Permanent, September 2025

Please visit the school’s website https://www.tchs.org.uk/about-us/employment/ for further job information.

Parish Administrator- Our Lady of Good Counsel- Wickford

A vacancy has arisen for a Parish Administrator, to provide administrative support services to the Parish Office by implementing and maintaining office systems, processes and procedures and delivering a welcoming, appropriate service to those attending the parish office.

The post will be part-time working 12 hours per week –

(4 Days per week, 3 hours per day).

The salary is £12.60 per hour

The closing date for applications is 12pm on 8th July 2025 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 by email to wickford@brcdt.org

St Edmund’s Scouting Group

Dear Parent, I hope your child has thoroughly enjoyed their time in one of our sections—Cubs, Beavers, Scouts, or Explorers—within the 7th Epping Forest group this year. Our thanks to every volunteer, leader, and assistant leader for their time and dedication. They are truly awesome.

After 22 years of service in Scouting, including 5 years as Group Lead Volunteer (previously known as Group Scout Leader, GSL), James Gellar will be stepping down from this role.

As such, we are now seeking nominations for the position of Group Lead Volunteer (GLV) for our local Scouting group. This is a pivotal role that ensures the smooth operation and continued success of all our Scouting sections.

The contributions of a Group Lead Volunteer are invaluable. They provide guidance, support, and leadership to our dedicated team of section leaders and volunteers. Importantly, you do not need prior involvement in Scouting to take on this role. It’s about uniting the community, supporting our sections, and ensuring our Scouts have the best possible experience.

Benefits of Being a Group Lead Volunteer:

• Personal Growth: Enhance your leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Community Impact: Make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people.
• Networking: Connect with other passionate volunteers and community leaders.
• Fulfilment: Experience the joy of helping young Scouts grow and thrive.
• Recognition: Be celebrated for your dedication and contributions to Scouting.

Volunteering with our Scouting group—whether as a Group Lead Volunteer or in any other capacity—is incredibly valuable. It is through the commitment of volunteers that we can offer enriching experiences to our young members. Every bit of help is needed and deeply appreciated. By volunteering, you not only support the development of our Scouts but also enrich your own life through the joy of giving back.

We encourage you to consider nominating yourself or someone you know for this rewarding role. Your involvement can make a significant difference to the lives of our scouts. Please submit nominations by 18th July to the7theppingforest@outlook.com.

Save the Date: Evening of 20th September 2025

Thank you for your continued support.

Yours in Scouting,

Ian Kendal
Chair of Trustees

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 – Tel 01992 572516, or the St. Thomas of Canterbury Friary at Woodford Green – Tel: 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 ON THE WEBSITE, BACK OF THE CHURCH NOTICE BOARD, AND IN THE OUTSIDE DISPLAY CASE.

WEEKDAY MASS TIMES

Mass times this week are: Monday No Morning Mass, Tuesday No Morning Mass, Wednesday No Morning Mass,Thursday 9:30am, Friday 9:30am

23 June -Monday        2:30pm FUNERAL MASS for CATHERINE DALY-RIP

25 June-Wednesday  12:15pm FUNERAL MASS FOR JOHN SCHOLTZ

SECOND COLLECTION – SICK & RETIRED CLERGY FUND

There will be the annual collection for the Sick & Retired Clergy Fund of the Diocese after the masses this weekend. The fund helps Clergy who require assistance in their retirement after years of service, it also helps those who are in ill health at any age.

ST JOHN FISHER SUMMER FAIR & BOUNCE

Friday 4th July, 3:30–6:00 PM | Burney Drive

An exciting afternoon of fun, food, and bouncy fun—don’t miss it!

Help Needed: Auction Prizes Needed! We’re looking for prize donations for the St John Fisher Online Auction on 5th July. If you or your business can help, please get in touch with the committeesjfpta@gmail.com

Thank you.

JUBILEE YEAR – Pilgrims of Hope: FORTY HOURS OF EUCHARISTIC ADORATION – ‘QUARANT ORE’ – will be celebrated at the Cathedral parish of St Mary & St Helen, Brentwood commencing with Mass at 7.30 p.m. on Thursday 26th June and concluding at 5.45 p.m. on Saturday 28th June. Please see parish website (https://brentwoodcathedral.org.uk/) for full details. All are welcome.

NOTE FOR OUR CONTEMPORARY MUSIC GROUP

We will next be playing and singing at the 11am Mass on Sunday, 6th July and having a practice beforehand on Monday, 30th June- 7 to 8pm.

We hope you can all come to the practice as well as the Mass – it really does help to practice as the psalm and other music sounds much better with rehearsal! We look forward to seeing you all there and we would of course welcome any new singers or musicians who may consider joining us. Thanks.

CONFESSIONAL

The confessional in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel will be undergoing some work over the next few weeks to make it fully compliant with Health and Safety, and to make it a more attractive and prayerful space for the Sacrament of Reconciliation.

GIFT AID

If you have a gift aid account, you should have received your end of tax year statement either via email or the post. If you received your statement via the post and have an email address please send your Gift Aid number and the email address to

 giftaid-loughton@brcdt.org.  

If you have not received your statement or there are any discrepancies in what you have received, also email giftaid-loughton@brcdt.org with any relevant information. 

Thank you. Abbie

ST THOMAS OF CANTERBURY SUMMER CONCERT

This year is on 28th June, 7.45pm. The evening is a mixture of orchestral and choral music that includes Bach (Double Concerto), Parry (I Was Glad), Vaughan Williams (Fantasia on Theme of Thomas Tallis), Karl Jenkin’s Adiemus, Elegy for Dunkirk and the amazing Libertango. The soloist is the wonderful Caitlin Downie. For tickets, £15/£13 each, please contact St Thomas’s Parish Office, 02085041686. There will be a retiring collection for The Lourdes charity, “Across Paths”.

ST EDMUND LIFE GROUP MEETING 

The next meeting takes place in the upper room (The Retreat) of the Parish Centre on Monday 7th July, 2025 7.15 – 8.45pm. Please keep this date in your diary. 

Any questions please ring Paul 07861 032174

Second Collection 28th & 29th June- Peter’s Pence Collection- Feast of St Peter & Paul

BAPTISMS

If there are parents wishing to have their children baptised at St. Edmund’s please could you kindly contact your parish priest Fr Adrian Lowe 0208 5083492 as soon as possible. For first time parents there is a Baptismal Programme run by Mrs Sharon Chalk. Baptisms take place on Saturdays at 12.30pm

RETROUVAILLE ENGLAND & WALES

Considering separation or are already divorced? If you are open to try again – Retrouvaille could be the solution. www.retrouvaille.org.uk +44 797 338 0443

GROUP CHURCH CLEAN

There will be a group church clean next Thursday 26th June after the morning mass. Please come and help if you are able. Thank you. Sharon

PLEASE PRAY FOR THOSE WHO ARE SICK

Evelyn 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, Peter Wright  and all our loved ones who are unwell

St John Fisher Summer Fair & Bounce  

Friday 4th July, 3:30–6:00 PM | 

Burney Drive

Loughton

IG10 2DY

An exciting afternoon of fun, food, and bouncy fun—don’t miss it!

Help Needed: Auction Prizes Needed!

We’re looking for prize donations for the St John Fisher Online Auction on 5th July. If you or your business can help, please get in touch with the committeesjfpta@gmail.com

Thank you

Job Vacancies

TRINITY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL

• Teacher of Music with TLR, Full or Part time, Permanent, September 2025 or January 2026
• Teacher of Spanish with TLR, Full time, Permanent, September 2025
• Teacher of Science with TLR, Full time, Permanent, September 2025

Please visit the school’s website https://www.tchs.org.uk/about-us/employment/ for further job information.

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 – Tel 01992 572516, or the St. Thomas of Canterbury Friary at Woodford Green – Tel: 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 ON THE WEBSITE, BACK OF THE CHURCH NOTICE BOARD, AND IN THE OUTSIDE DISPLAY CASE. 

WEEKDAY MASS TIMES

Mass times this week are: Monday 9:30am,Tuesday NO MASS, Wednesday 9:30am Thursday 9:30am , Friday 9:30am

SECOND COLLECTION – There will be a second collection  for Day for Life after the masses this weekend.

CONFESSIONAL

The confessional in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel will be undergoing some work over the next few weeks to make it fully compliant with Health and Safety, and to make it a more attractive and prayerful space for the Sacrament of Reconciliation.

JUBILEE YEAR – Pilgrims of Hope: FORTY HOURS OF EUCHARISTIC ADORATION – ‘QUARANT ORE’ – will be celebrated at the Cathedral parish of St Mary & St Helen, Brentwood commencing with Mass at 7.30 p.m. on Thursday 26th June and concluding at 5.45 p.m. on Saturday 28th June. Please see parish website (https://brentwoodcathedral.org.uk/) for full details. All are welcome.

MARANATHA

 Join us for Prayer and Praise and Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, on Thursday 19th June, from 7.00 to 9.00pm at the Sion Community –  Sawyers Hall Lane, Brentwood, Essex CM15 9BX –  All are welcome and there is no need to book, just come along.  

Teresa Caravalho and team.

THE BETHLEHEM NATIVITY GROUP (TBNG) 

Christian greetings and the Peace of our Lord be with you always.

We would love to thank you for allowing our group to come to your church and sell the olive wood religious articles, the result of which was very beneficial and rewarding for our needy Christian families .

Which raised £3239.00

Your help is a great support for us, and for our Christian families in the Holy Land . 

We don’t have enough words to thank you and your parishioners, but make sure that you are always in our prayers.

If anyone has missed the carvings display, You can place an order online directly from them at www.tbng.co.uk   God bless you all  Love and blessings from The Bethlehem Nativity Group +

NOTE FOR OUR CONTEMPORARY MUSIC GROUP

We will next be playing and singing at the 11am Mass on Sunday, 6th July and having a practice beforehand on Monday, 30th June- 7 to 8pm.

We hope you can all come to the practice as well as the Mass – it really does help to practice as the psalm and other music sounds much better with rehearsal! We look forward to seeing you all there and we would of course welcome any new singers or musicians who may consider joining us. Thanks.

LEADBEATER ASSITED DYING BILL

Please join us on Friday 20th June at Old Palace Yard, near The Houses of Parliament between 8.30 – 3pm to encourage MPs to vote against the Leadbeater Assisted Dying Bill.  The nearest Tube station is Westminster

BAPTISMS

If there are parents wishing to have their children baptised at St. Edmund’s please could you kindly contact your parish priest Fr Adrian Lowe 0208 5083492 as soon as possible. For first time parents there is a Baptismal Programme run by Mrs Sharon Chalk. Baptisms take place on Saturdays at 12.30pm

“AWAKE LONDON”

 A Catholic Bible convention and Healing ministry on Saturday  21st June 2025 from 1.30 pm to 5 pm led by Fr. Jijo George and Anointing Fire Catholic Ministry UK at Catholic Parish of Christ The King, 455 Chingford Road London,E4 8SP. Convention includes: Praise and Worship, Holy Mass, confession, Healing service and Eucharistic Adoration, spiritual sharing, sessions for children  (www.afcmuk.org). Free car parking available.

SICK & RETIRED CLERGY FUND

On 22nd June there will be the annual collection for the Sick & Retired Clergy Fund of the Diocese. The fund helps Clergy who require assistance in their retirement after years of service, it also helps those who are in ill health at any age.

This is also an opportunity to thank Parishioners who have bequeathed legacies in their wills and we would welcome any who are about to make, or review existing arrangements, to consider this worthy cause. The Administrators of the Fund would also like to express their gratitude to the families of deceased Parishioners who have gifted legacies in the past.

ST THOMAS OF CANTERBURY SUMMER CONCERT

This year is on 28th June, 7.45pm. The evening is a mixture of orchestral and choral music that includes Bach (Double Concerto), Parry (I Was Glad), Vaughan Williams (Fantasia on Theme of Thomas Tallis), Karl Jenkin’s Adiemus, Elegy for Dunkirk and the amazing Libertango. The soloist is the wonderful Caitlin Downie. For tickets, £15/£13 each, please contact St Thomas’s Parish Office, 02085041686. There will be a retiring collection for The Lourdes charity, “Across Paths”.

ST EDMUND LIFE GROUP MEETING 

The next meeting takes place in the upper room (The Retreat) of the Parish Centre on Monday 7th July, 2025 7.15 – 8.45pm. Please keep this date in your diary. 

Any questions please ring Paul 07861 032174

PLEASE PRAY FOR THOSE WHO ARE SICK

Evelyn 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, Peter Wright  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 – Tel 01992 572516, or the St. Thomas of Canterbury Friary at Woodford Green – Tel: 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 ON THE WEBSITE, BACK OF THE CHURCH NOTICE BOARD, AND IN THE OUTSIDE DISPLAY CASE. 

Job Vacancies

TRINITY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL

• Headteacher, Full time, Permanent, January 2026 or soon
• Teacher of Music with TLR, Full or Part time, Permanent, September 2025 or January 2026
• Teacher of Spanish with TLR, Full time, Permanent, September 2025
• Teacher of Science with TLR, Full time, Permanent, September 2025

Please visit the school’s website https://www.tchs.org.uk/about-us/employment/ for further job information.

PA to the Dean- Brentwood Cathedral

A vacancy has arisen for a PA, to provide administrative support services to the Parish Priest and Parish Office by implementing and maintaining office systems, processes and procedures and delivering a welcoming, appropriate service to those attending the parish office. The 

successful applicant will need to have excellent communication and administration skills.

The post will be full-time working 35 hours per week- Monday to Friday

The salary is £14- £15 per hour depending on experience 

The closing date for applications is 12pm on 11th June 2025 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 by email to cathedral@brcdt.org

ST PETER’S CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL

St Peter’s Primary School, Goresbrook Road, Dagenham are seeking to appoint a KS1 or KS2 Class Teacher, suitable for ECT’s. The closing date is 7th July 2025.  Please call the school office to discuss interview & start dates.  Tel.0208 270 6524, email:- office@st-peter.bardaglea.org.uk. School visits are welcome.