3rd Sunday of Easter-April 2024

Parish Newsletter

3rd Sunday of Easter-April 2024

Parish Priest: Fr Adrian Lowe

Parish Phone: 0208 508 3492/ E-mail: loughton@brcdt.org

The Brentwood Diocesan Trust     Registered Charity No. 234092

PLEASE PRAY FOR THOSE WHO ARE SICK

Margaret Baldwin, Evelyn Bearne, Karl Britz, Brenda Bryant, Bernadette Hall, Ann Hawkes, Claire Howes, Les Langan, Angela Long, Lilian Mothersole, John McKernan, Rosemary O’Rourke, Remy, Geraldine Taylor, James Wright, Pamela Gibson, Peggy Howes, Geraldine Stains, Linda Moriarty, Andrew Godsave,

Eileen Lee, Victoria Leah, Jean Collins and all our loved ones who are unwell.

MESSAGE TO PARISH Thank you to everyone who has worked so hard to make our celebrations during Holy Week and Easter so prayerful and beautiful.  Thank you also to everyone who attended over Easter – your prayers and presence were greatly appreciated.

Fr. Adrian would also like to thank you all for your kindness and generosity. He wishes you, your families and friends every blessing of the risen Christ during this Easter Season.

MISSIO (RED BOXES)

Missio Coffee Morning and Red Box Emptying Sunday 14th April following the 9am and 11am Mass. Please bring your boxes to church and leave them in the porch. Don’t forget to put your name on the bottom of the box.

Thank you, have a good Easter 

Catherine 

THE PARENTS’ COMMITTEE FOR THE 7th EPPING FOREST SCOUT GROUP invite you to save the date to enjoy the return of the band Snare for another incredible evening of 70s to Noughties Rock.  St Edmund’s Hall. Saturday 27th April, 2024, Doors open 19:00, Band starts at 19:30. Adults £10. Under 18’s £5. Tickets available soon. All monies raised will go to Group funds to directly benefit the Scouts!

BCCS SPONSORED MARATHON RUN: On 21st April Amy Crossley will be running the London Marathon to raise money for The Brentwood Catholic Children’s Society. A super charity that does wonderful work with children of all faiths. You can sponsor Amy through a JustGiving page, either go to Just Giving and search for “Amy Crossley” or use the link below.

https://www.justgiving.com/page/amy-crossley-1710181564564

PRAYER VIGIL AT MARIE STOPES ABORTION CENTRE 

DATE: SATURDAY 20th April, 2024 

START: 10:00am Mass at Trinity Catholic High School Lower Site, Sydney Road IG8 0TB- Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament & Prayer Procession to Marie Stopes Abortion Centre  88 Russell Road, Buckhurst Hill IG8 0TB

RETURN: 1:00pm to Trinity High School

                  1:30pm Benediction

      1:45pm Tea & Sandwiches 

Please see notice board at the back of the Church for further details on Helpers of God’s Precious Infants

An RE teacher at Trinity Catholic High School would like to ask parishioners if they are able to offer Monday to Friday, term time accommodation.  If you would like more information please email Peter on 07907485290.

FOOD BANK DONATIONS: The box for the donations has moved. It is no longer in the garage. It is now tucked away in the parent and baby room (to the left as you enter the church). Thank you very much for making donations, they are greatly needed at the moment.

ACCOMMODATION NEEDED : Disclaimer: St Edmund of Canterbury cannot guarantee the accuracy or endorse any of the information provided below

I am a Registered nurse working in Buckhurst hill IG9 5QL. At present I need an accommodation (room) to rent and preferably in Buckhurst or Loughton area or nearby. It would be great if I get a place from our parish community. Please help me to find a suitable place. Thank you in advance. 

Shinymol Gilbert email : gilbertshinymol@gmail.com

CHARITY SPRING MUSIC AND DINNER EVENING, SATURDAY 27 APRIL: The Epping Forest Catenian Circle is sponsoring a Spring Music and Dinner Evening at the Becket Centre, St Thomas of Canterbury Church, Woodford, on SATURDAY 27 APRIL 2024, from 7 pm, in aid of “YOUR PLACE”.  With a Catholic foundation and established in 1962, the mission of “YOUR PLACE” is to build hope and enable lasting change for the homeless in east London.  All parishioners are very welcome to this social event with a classical guitarist and light music for all tastes.  Tickets £35.  Please text for tickets to Bernard Bourdillon (07867908814) or Iain McLay (07806998187).

IN CASE OF AN 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

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  – FROM 13th  April,  2024



First Mass of SundayConfessions 5:30-6:00pm or by appointment
Sat 13th  April6:00pm People of the Parish 
Sun 14th    April9:00amMaureen Barker INTS( Mark Barker)
Sun 14th   March11:00am

Josephine Kelly RIP( Bacani Family)
Mon 15th  April9:30am
Mrs Noleen Rooney INTS( Mrs A. Petch)
Tues 16th   April   NO MASS
Wed 17th    April9:30amBenson Irungu Mbaria RIP( L. Weight) 
Thur 18th   April9:30am
Margaret Baldwin INTS
Fri 19th  April9:30am    Rose McMorrow RIP( Kendal Family)
Sat 20th   April
Sun 21st    April
Sun 21st April
6:00pm

9:00am

11:00am
Martha de Souza RIP( Witten Family)
People of the Parish

Chin Ungos RIP(Cecile Kelly) 

St. Edmund of Canterbury & St. Thomas More

Parish Newsletter

St. Edmund of Canterbury & St. Thomas More

Parish Newsletter

3rd Sunday of Easter-April 2024

Parish Priest: Fr Adrian Lowe

Parish Phone: 0208 508 3492/ E-mail: loughton@brcdt.org

The Brentwood Diocesan Trust     Registered Charity No. 234092

PLEASE PRAY FOR THOSE WHO ARE SICK

Margaret Baldwin, Evelyn Bearne, Karl Britz, Brenda Bryant, Bernadette Hall, Ann Hawkes, Claire Howes, Les Langan, Angela Long, Lilian Mothersole, John McKernan, Rosemary O’Rourke, Remy, Geraldine Taylor, James Wright, Pamela Gibson, Peggy Howes, Geraldine Stains, Linda Moriarty, Andrew Godsave,

Eileen Lee, Victoria Leah, Jean Collins and all our loved ones who are unwell.

MESSAGE TO PARISH Thank you to everyone who has worked so hard to make our celebrations during Holy Week and Easter so prayerful and beautiful.  Thank you also to everyone who attended over Easter – your prayers and presence were greatly appreciated.

Fr. Adrian would also like to thank you all for your kindness and generosity. He wishes you, your families and friends every blessing of the risen Christ during this Easter Season.

MISSIO (RED BOXES)

Missio Coffee Morning and Red Box Emptying Sunday 14th April following the 9am and 11am Mass. Please bring your boxes to church and leave them in the porch. Don’t forget to put your name on the bottom of the box.

Thank you, have a good Easter 

Catherine 

THE PARENTS’ COMMITTEE FOR THE 7th EPPING FOREST SCOUT GROUP invite you to save the date to enjoy the return of the band Snare for another incredible evening of 70s to Noughties Rock.  St Edmund’s Hall. Saturday 27th April, 2024, Doors open 19:00, Band starts at 19:30. Adults £10. Under 18’s £5. Tickets available soon. All monies raised will go to Group funds to directly benefit the Scouts!

BCCS SPONSORED MARATHON RUN: On 21st April Amy Crossley will be running the London Marathon to raise money for The Brentwood Catholic Children’s Society. A super charity that does wonderful work with children of all faiths. You can sponsor Amy through a JustGiving page, either go to Just Giving and search for “Amy Crossley” or use the link below.

https://www.justgiving.com/page/amy-crossley-1710181564564

PRAYER VIGIL AT MARIE STOPES ABORTION CENTRE 

DATE: SATURDAY 20th April, 2024 

START: 10:00am Mass at Trinity Catholic High School Lower Site, Sydney Road IG8 0TB- Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament & Prayer Procession to Marie Stopes Abortion Centre  88 Russell Road, Buckhurst Hill IG8 0TB

RETURN: 1:00pm to Trinity High School

                  1:30pm Benediction

      1:45pm Tea & Sandwiches 

Please see notice board at the back of the Church for further details on Helpers of God’s Precious Infants

An RE teacher at Trinity Catholic High School would like to ask parishioners if they are able to offer Monday to Friday, term time accommodation.  If you would like more information please email Peter on 07907485290.

FOOD BANK DONATIONS: The box for the donations has moved. It is no longer in the garage. It is now tucked away in the parent and baby room (to the left as you enter the church). Thank you very much for making donations, they are greatly needed at the moment.

ACCOMMODATION NEEDED : Disclaimer: St Edmund of Canterbury cannot guarantee the accuracy or endorse any of the information provided below

I am a Registered nurse working in Buckhurst hill IG9 5QL. At present I need an accommodation (room) to rent and preferably in Buckhurst or Loughton area or nearby. It would be great if I get a place from our parish community. Please help me to find a suitable place. Thank you in advance. 

Shinymol Gilbert email : gilbertshinymol@gmail.com

CHARITY SPRING MUSIC AND DINNER EVENING, SATURDAY 27 APRIL: The Epping Forest Catenian Circle is sponsoring a Spring Music and Dinner Evening at the Becket Centre, St Thomas of Canterbury Church, Woodford, on SATURDAY 27 APRIL 2024, from 7 pm, in aid of “YOUR PLACE”.  With a Catholic foundation and established in 1962, the mission of “YOUR PLACE” is to build hope and enable lasting change for the homeless in east London.  All parishioners are very welcome to this social event with a classical guitarist and light music for all tastes.  Tickets £35.  Please text for tickets to Bernard Bourdillon (07867908814) or Iain McLay (07806998187).

IN CASE OF AN 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

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  – FROM 13th  April,  2024



First Mass of SundayConfessions 5:30-6:00pm or by appointment
Sat 13th  April6:00pm People of the Parish 
Sun 14th    April9:00amMaureen Barker INTS( Mark Barker)
Sun 14th   March11:00am

Josephine Kelly RIP( Bacani Family)
Mon 15th  April9:30am
Mrs Noleen Rooney INTS( Mrs A. Petch)
Tues 16th   April   NO MASS
Wed 17th    April9:30amBenson Irungu Mbaria RIP( L. Weight) 
Thur 18th   April9:30am
Margaret Baldwin INTS
Fri 19th  April9:30am    Rose McMorrow RIP( Kendal Family)
Sat 20th   April
Sun 21st    April
Sun 21st April
6:00pm

9:00am

11:00am
Martha de Souza RIP( Witten Family)
People of the Parish

Chin Ungos RIP(Cecile Kelly) 

Parish Priest: Fr Adrian Lowe

Parish Phone: 0208 508 3492/ E-mail: loughton@brcdt.org

The Brentwood Diocesan Trust     Registered Charity No. 234092

PLEASE PRAY FOR THOSE WHO ARE SICK

Margaret Baldwin, Evelyn Bearne, Karl Britz, Brenda Bryant, Bernadette Hall, Ann Hawkes, Claire Howes, Les Langan, Angela Long, Lilian Mothersole, John McKernan, Rosemary O’Rourke, Remy, Geraldine Taylor, James Wright, Pamela Gibson, Peggy Howes, Geraldine Stains, Linda Moriarty, Andrew Godsave,

Eileen Lee, Victoria Leah, Jean Collins and all our loved ones who are unwell.

MESSAGE TO PARISH Thank you to everyone who has worked so hard to make our celebrations during Holy Week and Easter so prayerful and beautiful.  Thank you also to everyone who attended over Easter – your prayers and presence were greatly appreciated.

Fr. Adrian would also like to thank you all for your kindness and generosity. He wishes you, your families and friends every blessing of the risen Christ during this Easter Season.

MISSIO (RED BOXES)

Missio Coffee Morning and Red Box Emptying Sunday 14th April following the 9am and 11am Mass. Please bring your boxes to church and leave them in the porch. Don’t forget to put your name on the bottom of the box.

Thank you, have a good Easter 

Catherine 

THE PARENTS’ COMMITTEE FOR THE 7th EPPING FOREST SCOUT GROUP invite you to save the date to enjoy the return of the band Snare for another incredible evening of 70s to Noughties Rock.  St Edmund’s Hall. Saturday 27th April, 2024, Doors open 19:00, Band starts at 19:30. Adults £10. Under 18’s £5. Tickets available soon. All monies raised will go to Group funds to directly benefit the Scouts!

BCCS SPONSORED MARATHON RUN: On 21st April Amy Crossley will be running the London Marathon to raise money for The Brentwood Catholic Children’s Society. A super charity that does wonderful work with children of all faiths. You can sponsor Amy through a JustGiving page, either go to Just Giving and search for “Amy Crossley” or use the link below.

https://www.justgiving.com/page/amy-crossley-1710181564564

PRAYER VIGIL AT MARIE STOPES ABORTION CENTRE 

DATE: SATURDAY 20th April, 2024 

START: 10:00am Mass at Trinity Catholic High School Lower Site, Sydney Road IG8 0TB- Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament & Prayer Procession to Marie Stopes Abortion Centre  88 Russell Road, Buckhurst Hill IG8 0TB

RETURN: 1:00pm to Trinity High School

                  1:30pm Benediction

      1:45pm Tea & Sandwiches 

Please see notice board at the back of the Church for further details on Helpers of God’s Precious Infants

An RE teacher at Trinity Catholic High School would like to ask parishioners if they are able to offer Monday to Friday, term time accommodation.  If you would like more information please email Peter on 07907485290.

FOOD BANK DONATIONS: The box for the donations has moved. It is no longer in the garage. It is now tucked away in the parent and baby room (to the left as you enter the church). Thank you very much for making donations, they are greatly needed at the moment.

ACCOMMODATION NEEDED : Disclaimer: St Edmund of Canterbury cannot guarantee the accuracy or endorse any of the information provided below

I am a Registered nurse working in Buckhurst hill IG9 5QL. At present I need an accommodation (room) to rent and preferably in Buckhurst or Loughton area or nearby. It would be great if I get a place from our parish community. Please help me to find a suitable place. Thank you in advance. 

Shinymol Gilbert email : gilbertshinymol@gmail.com

CHARITY SPRING MUSIC AND DINNER EVENING, SATURDAY 27 APRIL: The Epping Forest Catenian Circle is sponsoring a Spring Music and Dinner Evening at the Becket Centre, St Thomas of Canterbury Church, Woodford, on SATURDAY 27 APRIL 2024, from 7 pm, in aid of “YOUR PLACE”.  With a Catholic foundation and established in 1962, the mission of “YOUR PLACE” is to build hope and enable lasting change for the homeless in east London.  All parishioners are very welcome to this social event with a classical guitarist and light music for all tastes.  Tickets £35.  Please text for tickets to Bernard Bourdillon (07867908814) or Iain McLay (07806998187).

IN CASE OF AN 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

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  – FROM 13th  April,  2024



First Mass of SundayConfessions 5:30-6:00pm or by appointment
Sat 13th  April6:00pm People of the Parish 
Sun 14th    April9:00amMaureen Barker INTS( Mark Barker)
Sun 14th   March11:00am

Josephine Kelly RIP( Bacani Family)
Mon 15th  April9:30am
Mrs Noleen Rooney INTS( Mrs A. Petch)
Tues 16th   April   NO MASS
Wed 17th    April9:30amBenson Irungu Mbaria RIP( L. Weight) 
Thur 18th   April9:30am
Margaret Baldwin INTS
Fri 19th  April9:30am    Rose McMorrow RIP( Kendal Family)
Sat 20th   April
Sun 21st    April
Sun 21st April
6:00pm

9:00am

11:00am
Martha de Souza RIP( Witten Family)
People of the Parish

Chin Ungos RIP(Cecile Kelly) 

Easter Sunday – March 2024

St. Edmund of Canterbury & St. Thomas More

Parish Newsletter

Easter Sunday – March 2024

Parish Priest: Fr Adrian Lowe

Parish Phone: 0208 508 3492/ E-mail: loughton@brcdt.org

The Brentwood Diocesan Trust     Registered Charity No. 234092

Many blessings and good wishes to everyone from Father Adrian and our visiting priest, Father Christopher.  We hope you enjoy celebrating Our Lord’s resurrection.  He is Risen!

PLEASE PRAY FOR THOSE WHO ARE SICK

Margaret Baldwin, Evelyn Bearne, Karl Britz, Brenda Bryant, Bernadette Hall, Ann Hawkes, Claire Howes, Les Langan, Angela Long, Lilian Mothersole, John McKernan, Rosemary O’Rourke, Remy, Geraldine Taylor, James Wright, Pamela Gibson, Peggy Howes, Geraldine Stains, Linda Moriarty, Andrew Godsave,

Eileen Lee, Victoria Leah  and all our loved ones who are unwell.

EASTER OFFERINGS are your gift to the parish priest. For those who are tax payers and might wish to Gift Aid their offering, envelopes are available at the entrance to the Church. If you normally give your Sunday offering by envelope, you may wish to use the envelope in your box. 

FINANCE: Please note if you are writing a cheque to the parish for mass intentions, offertory etc. it should be made payable to:

“CATHOLIC CHURCH LOUGHTON ST EDMUND”

Our bank has informed us they may reject cheques if they have any other wording written.

Reminder that the clocks go forward 1 hour on Easter Sunday  31st March, 2024

NOTE FOR OUR CONTEMPORARY MUSIC GROUP

We will next be singing and playing at the 11am Mass on Sunday, 7th April, which is the 2nd Sunday of Easter.

Beforehand, we’re having a practice 7 to 8pm on Tuesday, 2nd April and we ask that you try to come to the practice to run through the hymns/music and, if there are enough of us there, a new psalm setting. Please do come!

We look forward to seeing you all for the practice and the Mass and meanwhile wish you a happy and blessed Easter. Thanks and God bless.

MISSIO (RED BOXES)

Missio Coffee Morning and Red Box Emptying Sunday 14th April following the 9am and 11am Mass. Please bring your boxes to church and leave them in the porch. Don’t forget to put your name on the bottom of the box.

Thank you, have a good Easter 

Catherine 

PARISH NEWS : The Brentwood Catholic Children’s Society (BCCS)

In recognition of the 40th anniversary of BCCS this year, our Parish Choir and Contemporary Music Group have adopted a small bear, ‘Ed the Ted’, who’ll join us in the Choir loft for the whole of this year! In a little box, we will be collecting contributions from our musicians and singers during 2024 to support the great work of BCCS. Fr. Adrian has kindly agreed that we can have a separate collection box at the back of the Church from time to time so that parishioners may want to support our joint collecting for BCCS.

This box will appear every month or so and any donations, large or small, would be appreciated. BCCS is organising a number of events and promotions for this year, and this particular one is aimed at schools, parishes and other diocesan groups.

ACCOMMODATION NEEDED : Disclaimer: St Edmund of Canterbury cannot guarantee the accuracy or endorse any of the information provided below

I am a Registered nurse working in Buckhurst hill IG9 5QL. At present I need an accommodation (room) to rent and preferably in Buckhurst or Loughton area or nearby. It would be great if I get a place from our parish community. Please help me to find a suitable place. Thank you in advance. 

Shinymol Gilbert email : gilbertshinymol@gmail.com

FOOD BANK DONATIONS: The box for the donations has moved. It is no longer in the garage. It is now tucked away in the parent and baby room (to the left as you enter the church). Thank you very much for making donations, they are greatly needed at the moment

CHARITY SPRING MUSIC AND DINNER EVENING, SATURDAY 27 APRIL: The Epping Forest Catenian Circle is sponsoring a Spring Music and Dinner Evening at the Becket Centre, St Thomas of Canterbury Church, Woodford, on SATURDAY 27 APRIL 2024, from 7 pm, in aid of “YOUR PLACE”.  With a Catholic foundation and established in 1962, the mission of “YOUR PLACE” is to build hope and enable lasting change for the homeless in east London.  All parishioners are very welcome to this social event with a classical guitarist and light music for all tastes.  Tickets £35.  Please text for tickets to Bernard Bourdillon (07867908814) or Iain McLay (07806998187).

The Parents’ Committee for the 7th Epping Forest Scout Group invite you to save the date to enjoy the return of Snare for another incredible evening of 70s to Noughties Rock.  St Edmund’s Hall. Saturday 27th April. Doors open 19:00. Band starts at 19:30. Adults £10. Under 18’s £5. Tickets available soon. All monies raised will go to Group funds to directly benefit the Scouts!

IN CASE OF AN 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

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  -FROM 30th  March 2024



Vigil Mass for SundayConfessions 5:30-6:00pm or by appointment
Sat 30th  March9:00am 8:00pm Office of Readings & Morning EASTER VIGILDeceased Priests Known RIP  ( Geraldine & Robert)
Sun 31st  March9:00amEASTER SUNDAY Samantha ( Sam) Papworth RIP (Pover Family)
Sun 31st March11:00am

EASTER SUNDAY – People of the Parish 
Mon 1st  April9:30am
Anne Hurley RIP ( Geraldine & Robert)
Tues 2nd  April   9:30amNancy Hans RIP( Frank Westcott)
Wed 3rd  April9:30amJoyce Gregory RIP ( Geraldine & Robert) 
Thur 4th  April9:30am
Rose McMorrow RIP  (Pat & Margaret) 
Fri 5th   April9:30am    Katherine & Michael Holly RIP( Hornett Family) 
Sat 6th  April
Sun 7th  April
Sun 7th April
6:00pm

9:00am

11:00am
Martina Rochford RIP ( Jessica Sharkey) 
People of the Parish

Rose McMorrow RIP( Jenny Waterfield) 

Passion Sunday – March 2024

St. Edmund of Canterbury & St. Thomas More

Parish Newsletter

Passion Sunday – March 2024

Parish Priest: Fr Adrian Lowe

Parish Phone: 0208 508 3492/ E-mail: loughton@brcdt.org

The Brentwood Diocesan Trust     Registered Charity No. 234092

PLEASE PRAY FOR THOSE WHO ARE SICK

Margaret Baldwin, Evelyn Bearne, Karl Britz, Brenda Bryant, Bernadette Hall, Ann Hawkes, Claire Howes, Les Langan, Angela Long, Lilian Mothersole, John McKernan, Rosemary O’Rourke, Remy, Geraldine Taylor, James Wright, Pamela Gibson, Peggy Howes, Geraldine Stains, Linda Moriarty, Andrew Godsave,

Eileen Lee, Victoria Leah  and all our loved ones who are unwell.

EASTER OFFERINGS are your gift to the parish priest. For those who are tax payers and might wish to Gift Aid their offering, envelopes are available at the entrance to the Church. If you normally give your Sunday offering by envelope, you may wish to use the envelope in your box. 

FINANCE: Please note if you are writing a cheque to the parish for mass intentions, offertory etc. it should be made payable to:

“CATHOLIC CHURCH LOUGHTON ST EDMUND”

Our bank has informed us they may reject cheques if they have any other wording written.

MONDAY 25th MARCH, 2024 – 7pm Confessions 

( There will be 2 visiting priests)

SATURDAY 30 MARCH 12:15pm – Polish Blessing of Food 

(In English)

EASTER LILIES: If you would like to make a donation towards Easter flowers please leave your donation with your name and gift aid number ( if applicable) at the Presbytery.  There will be a second collection at Masses for flowers as well

CHURCH CLEAN: The monthly Group Church Clean will take place on Thursday 28th March at 10:00am after the 9:30am mass. Please come and join us, all help greatly appreciated

GOOD FRIDAY is a day of fasting and abstinence. All Catholics are bound to abstain from meat and Catholics in good health between the ages of 18 and 59 are obliged to fast – one full meal and two snacks constitute a Catholic fast.

HOLY WEEK SERVICE TIMES: 

28th March Maundy Thursday 8:00pm

29th March Good Friday          3:00pm/ 12:15 Stations of the Cross

30th March Easter Vigil         8:00pm

31st March Easter Sunday      9:00am

31st March Easter Sunday      11:00am

Reminder that the clocks go forward 1 hour on 31st March, 2024

READERS NEEDED FOR EASTER SERVICES:

We are in need of readers for the Easter services.  If you can help or  know of anyone who would be interested in reading  please contact Julie on the email Julie.Callander@morganstanley.com

PARISH NEWS : The Brentwood Catholic Children’s Society (BCCS)

In recognition of the 40th anniversary of BCCS this year, our Parish Choir and Contemporary Music Group have adopted a small bear, ‘Ed the Ted’, who’ll join us in the Choir loft for the whole of this year! In a little box, we will be collecting contributions from our musicians and singers during 2024 to support the great work of BCCS. Fr. Adrian has kindly agreed that we can have a separate collection box at the back of the Church from time to time so that parishioners may want to support our joint collecting for BCCS.

This box will appear every month or so and any donations, large or small, would be appreciated. BCCS is organising a number of events and promotions for this year, and this particular one is aimed at schools, parishes and other diocesan groups.

LOST EARRING-A parishioner has lost a pearl earring and asking to please leave at the Parish Office if found. Thank you. 

FOOD BANK DONATIONS: The box for the donations has moved. It is no longer in the garage. It is now tucked away in the parent and baby room (to the left as you enter the church). Thank you very much for making donations, they are greatly needed at the moment.

CHARITY SPRING MUSIC AND DINNER EVENING, SATURDAY 27 APRIL: The Epping Forest Catenian Circle is sponsoring a Spring Music and Dinner Evening at the Becket Centre, St Thomas of Canterbury Church, Woodford, on SATURDAY 27 APRIL 2024, from 7 pm, in aid of “YOUR PLACE”.  With a Catholic foundation and established in 1962, the mission of “YOUR PLACE” is to build hope and enable lasting change for the homeless in east London.  All parishioners are very welcome to this social event with a classical guitarist and light music for all tastes.  Tickets £35.  Please text for tickets to Bernard Bourdillon (07867908814) or Iain McLay (07806998187).

The Parent’s Committee for the 7th Epping Forest Scout Group invite you to save the date to enjoy the return of Snare for another incredible evening of 70s to Noughties Rock.  St Edmund’s Hall. Saturday 27th April. Doors open 19:00. Band starts at 19:30. Adults £10. Under 18’s £5. Tickets available soon. All monies raised will go to Group funds to directly benefit the Scouts!

IN CASE OF AN 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

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  -FROM 23rd  March 2024



Vigil Mass for SundayConfessions 5:30-6:00pm or by appointment
Sat 23rd  March6:00pmPeople of the Parish
Sun 24th  March9:00amDavid Faud RIP
Sun 24th March11:00am

Charles Westcott RIP ( Frank Westcott)
Mon 25th March9:30am12:15pmBridget ( Noreen) Burrows ( Geraldine & Robert)FUNERAL – JANE DOWNS RIP
Tues 26th  March  9:30am Kathryn Madden RIP ( M. Hopkinson)
Wed 27th  March9:00am11:00amCarmen Antaki RIP ( Geraldine & Robert)Chrism Mass at Brentwood Cathedral
Thur 28th March9:00am8:00pmOffice of Readings & Morning PrayerMaundy Thursday –Mum of Antonia Doggett  RIP  
Fri 29th  March9:00am  3:00pm  Office of Readings & Morning prayerGood Friday Service
Easter Vigil
Sat 30th March
Sun 31st   March
Sun 31st  March
9:00am8:00pm
9:00am

11:00am
Office of Readings & Morning PrayerDeceased Priests Known (Geraldine & Robert)
Samantha (Sam) Papworth RIP ( Pover Family)

People of the Parish