Parish News
Remembrance Sunday
Today we remember all the members of the armed forces who have lost their lives in wars and conflict around the world. May they Rest in Peace.
‘Greater love has no one more than this, that someone lays down his life for his friends’
John 15: 13
Celebrating 60 Years of St. Cedd’s Parish and Social Club
NEXT Saturday, 14th November at 4:00 PM, we will be celebrating our milestone 60th Anniversary Mass, followed by a special community event in the Lower Hall and Social Club. All are welcome to join us for this wonderful celebration!
Confirmation Class continues today at 4:30pm.
Parish AGM – Thank you and Church Cleaning
Thank you to all who came to last week’s parish AGM. Lots of positive comments and ideas came out of it.
Church cleaning was discussed at some length. We are looking for more support from parishioners to help with the church cleaning. We are very appreciative our current Friday morning cleaning team but also recognize the need for more help with this going forward. We are currently looking at a Thursday evening or Saturday morning (after mass). There is a list in the sacristy for those who wish to volunteer to put their name down on what suits them the most.
RCIA Programme 2026/27
RCIA meeting THIS Monday 9th November at 7pm in the Presbytery.
Liturgy Meeting
The Liturgy meeting Tuesday 10th November at 7pm in the Presbytery.
First Holy Communion – Parent and Child Meeting
The First Communion meeting will take place on the 22nd November at 9:30am. All parents and children registered on programme are expected to attend.
Parish Christmas Bazaar Saturday 28th Nov from 2.00pm (hot food will be served from 1.00pm in the lower hall)
Over the next 2 weeks, we will be collecting various things for our Christmas Bazaar, therefore if you can contribute in any way then please do.
This week from tomorrow 9th Nov to on Sunday 15th Nov we will be collecting “Cosmetics & New Gifts” and “Bottles of Wine or Spirits” then from Monday 16th Nov to Sunday 22rd Nov we will be collecting “Bottles of Wine or Spirits” and “New Toys”. There will be boxes in the porch that you can leave your contributions in or alternatively you can leave at the presbytery, your support is greatly appreciated.
NOVEMBER ENVELOPES are available in the porch. Please collect an envelope and write clearly the names of your faithful departed you wish to be remembered in prayers and Masses during the month of November. All your donations will go to La Salette Missions. Thank you for your generosity.
Parish Mass Books
The new parish mass books for the NEXT Liturgical Year B from first Sunday of Advent have been ordered. If you or your Family would like to sponsor a book or books there a list in the sacristy. Please clearly write on the list if you wish for the book to be donated ‘In memory of’ or ‘Thanksgiving’ so this can be added to the labels correctly. We ask that only one person’s name or family name is requested per book. Parishioners are welcomed to sponsor more than one book. We are very appreciative of your support suggested £5 donation per book. Thank you
Parking outside the Church
It has come to our attention that cars are being regularly parked outside the church. Please DO NOT park cars outside the church at any other time. This poses a health and safety risk for worshipers. Thank you for your co-
Thank you for last week collection of £908.59. If you wish to support the parish through bank transfer, the detail are Catholic Church Goodmayes St Cedd, Sort Code: 40-
REPOSITORY: is open on Sundays after 11am Mass
HALL HIRE: For more information on how to hire our halls please contact Phil on 07777663724.
Invitation to a Mass of Thanksgiving
All parishioners from across the diocese are warmly invited to attend a Mass of Thanksgiving to be celebrated by Bishop Timothy Menezes following his appointment as Bishop of the Diocese of Brentwood. All are welcome.
Masses will be celebrated in three locations:
Tuesday 8th Dec: 11:00 a.m – Cathedral Church of St Mary & St Helen, Ingrave Road, Brentwood CM15 8AT
Tuesday 8th Dec: 7:30 p.m – St Antony of Padua Church, St Antony’s Road, Forest Gate, London E7 9QB
Wednesday 9th Dec: 7:00 p.m -
St. Cedd’s Social Club Forth Coming Events
Friday 20th November
Race Night In Club.From 7:30pm First Race at 8pm. Entry £4 per person includes race card. Buy a horse on the night for each race £3 or buy beforehand from Mark 07984169087. Raffle on the night Bar facilities available. All proceeds go to St Cedds Parish Bazaar.
Friday 4th December
Family Bingo Lower Hall from 8pm. £7 for 7 Games plus Raffle.
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 Ophilia Soares and Jim Coady
Bus stop name FINAL Update
Daniel Kelly, who took a lead on this matter, has written a full report which you can read on the parish website or copies will be available in the porch. We thank Daniel and those involved in challenging TFL’s decision to change the bus stop name.
Parishioners you will be aware that, around Easter this year, Transport for London (TfL) imposed a change to the name of our local bus stops from the long-
Since this change was introduced, St Cedd’s has made considerable efforts to persuade TfL to reinstate the former name, which had served as a recognised local landmark for parishioners, residents and visitors alike for many years. Unfortunately, TfL has now issued a further and final response confirming that it does not intend to reverse its decision and remains unwilling to restore the reference to St Cedd’s RC Church within the bus stop name.
Needless to say, this outcome is deeply disappointing, although perhaps not entirely surprising. It is particularly frustrating that the historical significance and community value of the former name appear to have been given less weight than maintaining a relatively recent change. The reinstatement of the St Cedd’s name would also have provided a fitting contribution to our forthcoming celebrations marking the Church’s 60th Anniversary.
Throughout this process, a robust case was presented and pursued through every reasonable avenue available. Representations were made to the following:
TfL Customer Services on multiple occasions.
London TravelWatch -
TfL‘s Senior Customer Services and Complaints Managers within London Buses.
TfL’s Commissioner, Andy Lord -
Our local Member of Parliament.
Sir Sadiq Khan, Mayor of London and Chair of the TfL Board -
These representations sought to highlight not only the historical significance of St Cedd’s RC Church within the local community, but also the practical value of retaining a well-
Whilst this is not the outcome we had hoped for, we can take some comfort in knowing that every reasonable effort was made to challenge the decision and advocate on behalf of the parish and wider community. Regrettably, despite these efforts, TfL has chosen not to alter its position.
At present, it appears unlikely that TfL will revisit the matter unless new circumstances arise in the future. For now, we must reluctantly accept its decision, while taking encouragement from the strong support shown by parishioners, residents and others throughout the campaign.
We would like to thank everyone who supported these efforts and helped demonstrate the important role that St Cedd’s RC Church continues to play in the life of our local community.
The campaign may not have achieved its objective, but it has clearly shown the strength of feeling, pride and affection that exists for St Cedd’s Parish and its place within the community.