Parish News
Pope Leo XIV has appointed Bishop Timothy Menezes as the new Bishop of Brentwood.
Bishop Timothy, until now an Auxiliary Bishop in the Archdiocese of Birmingham, succeeds Bishop Alan Williams, S.M., whose resignation has been accepted by the Holy Father on 15 March 2026.
Bishop Timothy said:
“It is a great privilege to be appointed by Pope Leo XIV as Bishop of the Diocese of Brentwood. I’m aware there will be much to learn, so I ask the Lay Faithful, the Clergy and the Religious of the diocese to pray for me, and with me, in our shared mission as Pilgrims of Hope in a world in need of hope.
“I am grateful for all those who have shaped my life, faith and priestly ministry in the Archdiocese of Birmingham over many years.
His Episcopal Installation takes place on the memorial of St Francis Xavier, Thursday 3 December 2026, at the Cathedral Church of St Mary and St Helen, Brentwood.
Month of the Holy Rosary – October
The Rosary will be said AFTER morning mass during the month of October.
Mass time change
Please note that next Thursday 15th October mass time has changed to 9AM rather than the normal time of 10am.
Upcoming meeting dates
Monday 12th October – Finance Committee meeting, 7.00pm in the lower hall.
Wednesday 14th October – St Cedd’s Anniversary Committee meeting, 7.00pm in lower hall.
Monday 19th October – Parish Council Meeting, 7.00pm in the lower hall.
Tuesday 20th October – Parish Bazaar meeting, 7.00pm in the lower hall.
Sunday 1st November – Parish AGM, takes place after 11am Mass in the lower hall.
All are welcome to attend these meetings.
Blessing of the Graves at Barkingside Cemetery will take place on Sunday 1st November at 3.00pm
Votive Candles
Please can parishioners refrain from bringing and lighting their own votive candles. Please ONLY use the candles that are provided. Thank you for your understanding.
Children’s Liturgy
Children’s Liturgy is due to begin in November. Confirmed date will be shared soon in the newsletter.
Confirmation Programme 2026/2027 – Register now
Session will be today at 4.30pm.
First Holy Communion
We are now taking registrations for the first Holy Communion program. If parents are interested in registering their child for the programme, please speak to Fr Mariusz after Sunday Mass or during parish office hours Monday to Thursday 11.00 am to 1.30 pm. Children have to be aged 7 by 31st August 2026 or in year 3 or above. Parents must be committed to the Catholic faith and be able to provide child’s baptism certificate at the time of registration. Forms must be returned to the parish office by Sunday 17th October 2026.
REPOSITORY: is open on Sundays after 11am Mass
HALL HIRE: For more information on how to hire our halls please contact Phil on 07777663724.
RCIA Programme 2026/27
Interested in becoming a Catholic? Each year the parish runs the course for adults who have not been baptised or are from other Christian faiths 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.
The Legion of Mary; every Tuesday at 6.30-
Celebrating 60 Years of St. Cedd’s Parish and Social Club
On Saturday, 14th November at 4:00 PM, we will be celebrating our milestone 60th Anniversary Mass, followed by a special community event in the halls and Social Club.
St. Cedd’s Social Club Forth Coming Events
Saturday 17th October: Talent Night Show, Lower Hall 7:30pm for 8pm start. Admission £5 plus Raffle.
If you would like to take part contact Gerry 07912763372.
Saturday 24th October St Cedd Bazaar Fundraiser
Quiz Night Lower Hall 7pm to 11:30pm.8 Round Quiz with Ahoy Bingo(£3 for 3 Games)
£10 per person, Tables of up to 10 people includes Chicken & Chips in Basket (provided by outside caterers)
Contact Mark 07984169087 Raffle on the night/Bar facilities available.
Saturday 31st October
Family Halloween Party From 8pm in club. Prizes For best Fancy Dress. Raffle on the night.
THE CALL TO BE HUMAN: an introduction to Catholic morality. Four talks to be given by Fr Martin Boland, parish priest of Our Lady of Lourdes, Wanstead. For more information go to www.ourladyoflourdeswanstead.com All welcome.
Thank you for last week collection of £926.41. If you wish to support the parish through bank transfer, the detail are Catholic Church Goodmayes St Cedd, Sort Code: 40-
THIS Sunday’s second collection is for Prisoners Sunday. NEXT Sunday’s collection will go to Missio.
We remember those who are sick or housebound: Bridget Bell, Janet Alexander, and Ahmed Salem.
We remember those have died recently and those whose anniversaries occur at this time: Hannhh Tony Gummett, Barney O’ Neill (2nd Anniversary), Sebastian Nazereth, Margaret Fogarty (Ireland), Glynn Blackman, Dan Anderson, Pat Donnelly, Elaine Wishart and Francis Prest.