Parish News
PLEASE NOTE -
There will be a second collection THIS Sunday for Peter’s pence.
Coffee and Bible studies morning – STARTS TODAY
From the liturgy meeting recently, we recognised that after the Parish Mission, we needed to introduce opportunities for the parish to dive deeper in to the gospel readings. From THIS Sunday during coffee morning, after 9:30am and 11am Masses, the Sunday gospel readings along with reflective questions will be on the tables in the Lower Hall. We encourage Parishioners to take a moment to re-
A Day with Mary
A Day With Mary is hosting an International Symposium from 29 July to 31 July 2026 at St Mary's Catholic Church, West Croydon Further information is available at www.adaywithmary.org/symposium
Funeral Service for Margarethe Butcher will take place on Tuesday 7th July at 3.30pm in Forest Park Crematorium
Funeral Mass for Alan Loblack will take place on Wednesday 8th July at 11.00am followed by burial in City of London cemetery
THE HOLY LAND: GIFT OR ENTITLEMENT?
For decades the struggle over the Land has led to conflict in the Middle East. How should believers interpret the biblical texts related to the Land?
Our renowned speaker, Fr John Deehan will speak on Saturday 4th July from 11 am until 1 pm, with break for lunch, at Christ the Eternal High Priest Catholic Church, Gidea Park, RM2 6DH. Admission free. Coffee from 10.30. The event will also be available via live stream on www.whatgoodnews.org
Belonging Group If you know of anyone who may benefit from these sessions or would like to be part of the Belonging outreach programme then please contact: Stellamaris 07939821690, Maggie 07538293357 or Mark 07984169087. Next meeting 4th July from 1-
HALL HIRE: For more information on how to hire our halls please contact Phil on 07777663724.
REPOSITORY: is open on Sundays after 11am Mass.
The Legion of Mary; every Tuesday at 6.30-
St Cedd’s Social Club Forth Coming Events
Quiz Night Every Thursday from 8pm £2 Quiz entry fee per person. Teams of up to 6 People.
Brentwood Chancery Office
If you know the whereabouts of the following persons, please contact the Tribunal Office on 01277 265283 quoting the reference number given. It is important that the chancery make contact with them, if possible, in order to protect their rights under Canon Law.
Mrs Abisola Arema 29/25 and Ms Analiza Millano 2/26
Mass Intentions
If you wish to request a Mass Intention, please give your envelope directly to the priests, post it at the presbytery or put it in the collection. Thank you.
We remember those who are sick or housebound: Pat Donnelly, Bridget Bell, Elaine Wishart, Janet Alexander, and Ahmed Salem.
We remember those have died recently and those whose anniversaries occur at this time: Margarethe Butcher, Alan Loblack, Elain Wishart, Eranganee Siriwardhane, Randolph Joseph and Sheila O’Callaghan.
Stella Maris (formerly called Apostleship of the Sea)
Is seeking one volunteer from this parish please to help with Sea Sunday (which falls on 11/12 July this year) in this parish. This is the day when the Church comes together to pray for seafarers, fishers and their families, and takes a second collection to support the work of Stella Maris. The volunteer will read out the appeal (which Stella Maris will provide) at the end of Masses that weekend. If you can kindly do this, please contact roland.hayes@stellamarismail.org
Thank you for last week collection of £922.51. If you wish to support the parish through bank transfer, the detail are Catholic Church Goodmayes St Cedd, Sort Code: 40-
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-
Deputy Director of Education – Cathedral House
Deputy Director of Education – Cathedral House
A vacancy has arisen for a Deputy Director of Education to join the Education Department at Cathedral House, Brentwood.
The position is a permanent full-
The start date for the role will be around January 2027 or earlier.
The Diocese serves a network of 90 schools: comprising 72 primary and 18 secondary schools, providing for the formation and educational needs of some 40,000 children and young people.
The role of Deputy Director of Education is an inspiring, rewarding and fulfilling position.
The successful candidate will join a dedicated and committed team at a significant time for the education sector, for Catholic education nationally, and for the schools and colleges across our own Diocese as we look to serve Bishop Alan and the mission of our Church with Christ as the foundation of our entire educational enterprise.
We are looking for someone who has:
- Extensive leadership experience in an education context, at Headteacher/Deputy level in school/academy/diocesan leadership or local authority/SIP setting.
- A strong grasp of current educational issues (including CMATs’ evolving role within the parish, diocese and local community)
- A deep knowledge and understanding of Catholic education as structured in this country.
- A requirement of the post is that applicants must be practising Catholics.
If you would like to apply for this role please forward your CV to hr@brcdt.org.
Closing date: Monday 29 June at 5 pm; interviews will be carried out in July.
Walsingham House Manager – Job Vacancy
Vacancy: To ensure the smooth and efficient running of Walsingham House at Abbotswick, as an inspiring, faith-
Hours-
Start Date-
Contract: 3-
The closing date for applications is midday Tuesday 7th July 2026 (suitable applicants to interview in the week commencing 13th July 2026).