Parish News
Please note
There will be ONLY be Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament this week from 9:30am till 10am followed by Morning Mass as normal at 10am. There will be NO Morning Prayer. Sorry for any inconvenience caused.
First Holy Communion and Confirmation Programmes Registrations will take place after summer holiday in September. In order to register you will be required to have a copy of a baptism certificate.
Stephen Coyne RIP – Funeral Details
The Funeral Mass for Stephen Coyne RIP will take this Wednesday 27th August at 11am at St Cedd’s Parish. Please continue to pray for the Coyne’s family and friends at this difficult time.
RCIA 2026: Interested in becoming a Catholic? Each year the parish runs from October until Easter the course for adults who have not been baptised or are from other Christian denominations and would like to come into Full Communion with the Catholic Church; and for Roman Catholics who have not been confirmed. If you want to join in, or for more information, please speak to one of the priests asap.
BCYS – Youth Gather, 25th – 26th October
Brentwood Catholic Youth Service’s 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
Wednesday Bingo Club Update
The Wednesday bingo club will return on the 10th September from 1pm in the lower hall. All are welcome to join.
HALL HIRE: For more information on how to hire our halls please contact Phil on 07777663724.
REPOSITORY: Our repository in the lower hall is open on Sundays after 11am Mass. Should you require anything in the meantime please contact Kathy Butcher via 07777663724.
THE LEGION OF MARY every Tuesday at 6.30-
St. Cedd’s Club Opening
Monday – Thursday: 7pm-
For more information of events happening at St Cedd’s Social club, please check the parish website.
Belonging Group is an outreach programme that is currently held monthly on the first Saturday of every month in the Lower Hall. Belonging sessions provide hot food, companionship and a warm safe space for anyone in need. 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 6th September from 1-
Parish Coach Pilgrimage to Bradwell-
The pilgrimage new date has been booked for Saturday 18th October 2025. The cost of the trip has now been confirmed as £15 per person. Please could you place the money in an envelope with your name/names of those you are paying for on the front. This can be given to Fr Adam or posted to the Presbytery.
The itinerary is as follows
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LAST SUNDAY’S COLLECTION: £819.36. Thank you for continued generous financial support.
If you wish to support the parish through bank transfer, the detail are the following Account Name: Catholic Church Goodmayes St Cedd, Sort Code: 40-
WE REMEMBER IN OUR PRAYERS
Those who are sick and housebound: the patients at Goodmayes and King George’s Hospitals: Nora Pearce, Claire Bailey, Mrs & Mr Elliffe, David Walker and Priscilla Soares.
WE REMEMBER THOSE WHO HAVE DIED or ANNIVERSARIES OCCUR AT THIS TIME: Stephen Howland (Pupil of St Aidans), Hannah Haughey (1st Anniversary), Stephen Coyne, Pat McGrath, Archbishop Patrick Ebosele Ekpu, Kingsley Ighaley, Albert Demelo and John Fahy, Vargese (Dad of Isaac).
School Vacancy
Sacred Heart of Mary Girls School in Upminster are looking to hire a Science (Physics) Technician to start in September 2025. Please contact admin@mary.havering.sch.uk for more details on how to apply. Closing date for applications -