Events Of Interest Within The Diocese
Added 27th August 2021
SEASON OF CREATION STUDY DAYS
During the 2021 Season of Creation, from 1st September to the feast of St Francis on 4th October, thousands of Christians on six continents will unite to pray and take action in defence of our common home www.seasonofcreation.org From the parish of Gidea Park we have organised two study days – on Saturday 4th September and Saturday 2nd October from 11.00 to 12.30 BST – to explore the teaching of Pope Francis on ‘care for our common home’ (Laudato si’), and the promotion of global solidarity (Fratelli Tutti). These study days, ‘The Cry of Creation’ and ‘The Cry of the Poor’ will be given by Fr Ashley Beck, associate professor at St Mary’s University, Twickenham. For access to these free live stream events go to www.whatgoodnews.org No registration needed. Talks will be available subsequently on the same website. Please spread the word on social media.
Added 19th August 2021
BRAND NEW, THURSDAY YOUTH MASS
which will take place on the first THURSDAY of the month at Brentwood Cathedral.
The evening will start at 6pm with workshops, speakers, reconciliation and more, which will differ each month as well as welcoming different priests to preach!
AND we will of course provide food and drink, as we know many will be coming straight from work or school.
Brentwood Cathedral is just a short walk from Brentwood train station, or there is ample parking in the Cathedral car park if you are able to drive.
We always welcome new people, old friends, school and confirmation groups so please do come along! (Please do let me know if you intend to bring a group, so I can ensure there is ample catering!)
https://bcys.net/events/september-youth-mass/
The First Youth Mass for this year will be on THURSDAY 2nd September, and will simply begin with a celebration in the Parish Hall, as we are finally able to celebrate Youth Masses together again.
So please do join us from 6pm and for Youth Mass at 7:30pm.
The following months will include a workshop from One Hope Project in October, a chance for quiet remembrance in November and an Advent Reconciliation service in December.
Autumn Youth Gather is BACK, but with a slight difference….
This year we will invite all young people from school year 9 and above to join us at Walsingham House at Abbotswick for a one day event on Saturday 23rd October!
Not only will be setting up some of your favourite outdoor activities and inflatables in our very own grounds but we will be welcoming 2 fantastic speakers as well!
The incredible John Pridmore will speak about his conversion from a life of organised crime in the East End of London, to teach us that we are all capable of changing our futures.
Leila Bousbaa is a former Walsingham House volunteer and “BCYS-er”, who will inspire and educate us on the Catholic response to climate change.
We are asking just £20 for the day and you can book online NOW at https://bcys.net/events/youth-gather-2021/
(If you are a catechist, chaplain or youth leader and would like to bring a group please email me directly!)
CATECHIST TRAINING AND RESOURCES DAY – Save the date!
Will once again take place at Sacred Heart of Mary school in Upminster, on Saturday 6th November 2021 so save the date now!!!
This training and resources day is open to all First Holy Communion and Confirmation Catechists, as well as those who look after the children’s liturgy in the Diocese of Brentwood.
It will be an opportunity to hear about fresh resources, as well as receiving input to assist you in your First Holy Communion and Confirmation programmes.
As always, there will be keynote speakers and updates from the BCYS in the morning, with a variety of inspiring and exciting workshops for you to choose from in the afternoon.
We would particularly like to welcome any young catechists or young people in your parish (16+) who may be interested in working as or with catechists, and wish to develop their faith further post-confirmation.
https://bcys.net/events/catechist-training-day-2021/
We hope and pray that you all stay safe and well, and that we are able to continue to work to bring you more fabulous BCYS events over the next year so keep an eye on social media (@brentwoodcys) or our website (www.bcys.net) for all updates and information on the events mentioned above!
BRAND NEW, THURSDAY YOUTH MASS
which will take place on the first THURSDAY of the month at Brentwood Cathedral.
The evening will start at 6pm with workshops, speakers, reconciliation and more, which will differ each month as well as welcoming different priests to preach!
AND we will of course provide food and drink, as we know many will be coming straight from work or school.
Brentwood Cathedral is just a short walk from Brentwood train station, or there is ample parking in the Cathedral car park if you are able to drive.
We always welcome new people, old friends, school and confirmation groups so please do come along! (Please do let me know if you intend to bring a group, so I can ensure there is ample catering!)
https://bcys.net/events/september-youth-mass/
The First Youth Mass for this year will be on THURSDAY 2nd September, and will simply begin with a celebration in the Parish Hall, as we are finally able to celebrate Youth Masses together again.
So please do join us from 6pm and for Youth Mass at 7:30pm.
The following months will include a workshop from One Hope Project in October, a chance for quiet remembrance in November and an Advent Reconciliation service in December.
Autumn Youth Gather is BACK, but with a slight difference….
This year we will invite all young people from school year 9 and above to join us at Walsingham House at Abbotswick for a one day event on Saturday 23rd October!
Not only will be setting up some of your favourite outdoor activities and inflatables in our very own grounds but we will be welcoming 2 fantastic speakers as well!
The incredible John Pridmore will speak about his conversion from a life of organised crime in the East End of London, to teach us that we are all capable of changing our futures.
Leila Bousbaa is a former Walsingham House volunteer and “BCYS-er”, who will inspire and educate us on the Catholic response to climate change.
We are asking just £20 for the day and you can book online NOW at https://bcys.net/events/youth-gather-2021/
(If you are a catechist, chaplain or youth leader and would like to bring a group please email me directly!)
CATECHIST TRAINING AND RESOURCES DAY – Save the date!
Will once again take place at Sacred Heart of Mary school in Upminster, on Saturday 6th November 2021 so save the date now!!!
This training and resources day is open to all First Holy Communion and Confirmation Catechists, as well as those who look after the children’s liturgy in the Diocese of Brentwood.
It will be an opportunity to hear about fresh resources, as well as receiving input to assist you in your First Holy Communion and Confirmation programmes.
As always, there will be keynote speakers and updates from the BCYS in the morning, with a variety of inspiring and exciting workshops for you to choose from in the afternoon.
We would particularly like to welcome any young catechists or young people in your parish (16+) who may be interested in working as or with catechists, and wish to develop their faith further post-confirmation.
https://bcys.net/events/catechist-training-day-2021/
We hope and pray that you all stay safe and well, and that we are able to continue to work to bring you more fabulous BCYS events over the next year so keep an eye on social media (@brentwoodcys) or our website (www.bcys.net) for all updates and information on the events mentioned above!
Added 13th August 2021
Annual Diocesan Mass for Altar Servers at Westminster Cathedral
Archconfraternity of St Stephen, invites all Altar Servers to the annual Diocesan Mass for Altar Servers at Westminster Cathedral on Saturday 2nd October 2021 at 2.30pm. Principal celebrant Rt. Rev. Nicholas Hudson, Auxiliary Bishop of Westminster. Servers from beyond the Westminster Diocese are welcome to this Mass if they can’t attend the National Mass on 25th September in Wolverhampton. If MCs and Senior / Altar Servers would like to attend this event, please email johnmccormack528@gmail.com by 18th September 2021. We will need to know how many Altar Servers (& families) will be attending from your Parish, so that accurate numbers can be established.
Archconfraternity of St Stephen, invites all Altar Servers to the annual Diocesan Mass for Altar Servers at Westminster Cathedral on Saturday 2nd October 2021 at 2.30pm. Principal celebrant Rt. Rev. Nicholas Hudson, Auxiliary Bishop of Westminster. Servers from beyond the Westminster Diocese are welcome to this Mass if they can’t attend the National Mass on 25th September in Wolverhampton. If MCs and Senior / Altar Servers would like to attend this event, please email johnmccormack528@gmail.com by 18th September 2021. We will need to know how many Altar Servers (& families) will be attending from your Parish, so that accurate numbers can be established.
SEASON OF CREATION STUDY DAYS
During the 2021 Season of Creation, from 1st September to the feast of St Francis on 4th October, thousands of Christians on six continents will unite to pray and take action in defence of our common home www.seasonofcreation.org From the parish of Gidea Park we have organised two study days – on Saturday 4th September and Saturday 2nd October from 11.00 to 12.30 BST – to explore the teaching of Pope Francis on ‘care for our common home’ (Laudato si’), and the promotion of global solidarity (Fratelli Tutti). These study days, ‘The Cry of Creation’ and ‘The Cry of the Poor’ will be given by Fr Ashley Beck, associate professor at St Mary’s University, Twickenham. For access to these free live stream events go to www.whatgoodnews.org No registration needed. Talks will be available subsequently on the same website. Please spread the word on social media.
During the 2021 Season of Creation, from 1st September to the feast of St Francis on 4th October, thousands of Christians on six continents will unite to pray and take action in defence of our common home www.seasonofcreation.org From the parish of Gidea Park we have organised two study days – on Saturday 4th September and Saturday 2nd October from 11.00 to 12.30 BST – to explore the teaching of Pope Francis on ‘care for our common home’ (Laudato si’), and the promotion of global solidarity (Fratelli Tutti). These study days, ‘The Cry of Creation’ and ‘The Cry of the Poor’ will be given by Fr Ashley Beck, associate professor at St Mary’s University, Twickenham. For access to these free live stream events go to www.whatgoodnews.org No registration needed. Talks will be available subsequently on the same website. Please spread the word on social media.
CAFOD
Family Prayer Resources for Summer - We will be offering a prayer focus for each week of the summer holidays with some simple ideas, designed to help parents explore faith with their children, in solidarity with our global family. They will be available from mid-July at https://cafod.org.uk/Pray/Prayer-resources
Resources for the Season of Creation and Harvest Fast Day (Friday 1st October) will feature some of our partners’ work in the Amazon and will be available from September at https://cafod.org.uk/Pray/Prayer-resources. Join us in praying the joyful mysteries of the Holy Rosary as we seek to nourish our commitment to care for the earth.
Laudato Si' encyclical resources | CAFOD – this link will take you to a range of resources for study, reflection, prayer and action.
Livesimply award | CAFOD – one of our most popular community actions, this award is given to parishes and communities who have taken significant steps in response to the call to live simply, sustainably and in solidarity with others. Several parishes in the diocese have recently registered to become Live Simply parishes.
Many Catholics have been meeting with their MPs this summer in response to Pope Francis’ call for a better kind of politics. Dialogue has focused on debt cancellation for the world’s poorest countries, action to tackle the climate crisis and vaccine equity. Thank you if you have supported this or promoted our petition to the Prime Minister.
Resources for the Season of Creation and Harvest Fast Day (Friday 1st October) will feature some of our partners’ work in the Amazon and will be available from September at https://cafod.org.uk/Pray/Prayer-resources. Join us in praying the joyful mysteries of the Holy Rosary as we seek to nourish our commitment to care for the earth.
Laudato Si' encyclical resources | CAFOD – this link will take you to a range of resources for study, reflection, prayer and action.
Livesimply award | CAFOD – one of our most popular community actions, this award is given to parishes and communities who have taken significant steps in response to the call to live simply, sustainably and in solidarity with others. Several parishes in the diocese have recently registered to become Live Simply parishes.
Many Catholics have been meeting with their MPs this summer in response to Pope Francis’ call for a better kind of politics. Dialogue has focused on debt cancellation for the world’s poorest countries, action to tackle the climate crisis and vaccine equity. Thank you if you have supported this or promoted our petition to the Prime Minister.
Added 25th April 2019
5th Upminster (St Joseph’s) Rainbows (girls aged 5-6) and Brownies (aged 7-9) are desperately looking for adult helpers and new leaders. We unfortunately will face closure if unable to gain more support.
We meet on a Thursday between 4:55-5:55 (Rainbows) 6-7.30 (Brownies) at St. Peter’s Mass Centre.
If you choose to join us you will receive training and support. You will also have the satisfaction of providing fun and enrichment to children of our community. If you would like to join us for a meeting to see what it is all about or just to talk about the commitment required, please call Vivian on 07921269948.
We meet on a Thursday between 4:55-5:55 (Rainbows) 6-7.30 (Brownies) at St. Peter’s Mass Centre.
If you choose to join us you will receive training and support. You will also have the satisfaction of providing fun and enrichment to children of our community. If you would like to join us for a meeting to see what it is all about or just to talk about the commitment required, please call Vivian on 07921269948.
Added 22nd February 2019
The 'Adult Ceili' lessons at Campion, Mondays 8pm-9pm, £5 per week, term time only. Come and enjoy a fun class while also getting fit. No experience necessary.
Added 12th July 2018
Are you aged between 18-35? Have you ever wanted to spend a year making a real difference in the community? Have you thought about trying to live out Gospel values in a faith-filled community? If the answer to these questions is yes, then become a Vincentian Volunteer - living in community, serving the needy in our society and living out your faith practically. Spend a year that will change your life. If you want to know more then visit www.vincentianvolunteers.org.uk
Added 22nd March 2018
Valerie, a friend of a parishioner, makes comfort cushions for women to place under their arm after breast surgery and donates them to the Breast Care Clinic at King George hospital . At this clinic they are handed out at an average rate of 6 a week. Valerie relies on donations of material, such as dress and shirt fabric, small remnants (patchwork size welcome), duvet covers, sheets and pillows, curtain and dress lining material, old curtains and blinds. If you have any material to donate please email Valerie at valerie@amstramgram.co.uk
Added 1st September 2017
Catholic Certificate of Religious Studies (CCRS)
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Catholic Singles is an organisation which helps single Catholics of all ages (over 18 years) meet other single Catholics, either one to one or through social events. For further information visit www.catholicsingles.org.uk or tel. 0161 941 3498
CATHOLIC SINGLES
Single, separated, widowed or divorced?
Catholic Singles
* Helps practising Catholics meet other Catholics.
* Supports Catholic Parishes and Charities, donating thousands of pounds from members' fees.
* Provides a strictly confidential service.
* Sends members a monthly bulletin called Catholic Networking.
* Publicises social events free of charge.
£10 for six months membership plus an initial donation
of £10, half of which goes to a charity or parish.
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Free information, with no obligation, from:
CATHOLIC SINGLES, 1 BURLESCOMBE CLOSE,
ALTRINCHAM. WA14 4UX.
Tel. 0161 941 3498.
email: info@catholicsingles.org.uk
website: www.catholicsingles.org.uk
Single, separated, widowed or divorced?
Catholic Singles
* Helps practising Catholics meet other Catholics.
* Supports Catholic Parishes and Charities, donating thousands of pounds from members' fees.
* Provides a strictly confidential service.
* Sends members a monthly bulletin called Catholic Networking.
* Publicises social events free of charge.
£10 for six months membership plus an initial donation
of £10, half of which goes to a charity or parish.
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Free information, with no obligation, from:
CATHOLIC SINGLES, 1 BURLESCOMBE CLOSE,
ALTRINCHAM. WA14 4UX.
Tel. 0161 941 3498.
email: info@catholicsingles.org.uk
website: www.catholicsingles.org.uk
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"PASS IT ON! - Every first Saturday 2-4pm in St Mary Mother of God Parish hall, Hornchurch Road. This is a free social event for older generations to pass on stories, skills and advice to younger generations. All welcome! If you require help with transportation or for more info call Joanne on 01708 747026."
Want to explore your faith?
Come and join us to pray, look at the writings of Pope Francis, study the Bible together and meet new people.
Two times available:
NEW: Monday evening 8pm in St Joseph’s Social Centre
Friday at 1.30pm, this is a noisy session – bring your toddlers or grandchildren.
For more information contact Stephanie on 07736847187 or stewardupminster@gmail.com
Come and join us to pray, look at the writings of Pope Francis, study the Bible together and meet new people.
Two times available:
NEW: Monday evening 8pm in St Joseph’s Social Centre
Friday at 1.30pm, this is a noisy session – bring your toddlers or grandchildren.
For more information contact Stephanie on 07736847187 or stewardupminster@gmail.com
Current places and times for the celebration of the Latin Mass (Extraordinary Form) in the Diocese of Brentwood.
Canning Town, Convent Chapel, Bethell Avenue Sunday 6.00pm Sung Mass (contact Fr Stewart Foster)
Canvey Island 3rd Sunday 12 noon Low Mass (contact Fr Stewart Foster)
Chelmsford, Our Lady Immaculate (in the Priory Chapel, 178 New London Road) 2nd & 4th Sunday 10.30am Low Mass; 1st Friday 7.30pm Low Mass (contact Fr Hugh Allan O.Praem)
Hainault Monday and Holydays of Obligation 6.30pm Low Mass (contact Fr Jean-Claude Selvini)
Kelvedon 1st Saturday 12.15pm Low Mass (contact Mgr Gordon Read)
Leigh-on-Sea 1st Sunday 4.00pm Sung Mass (contact Mgr Kevin Hale)
Canning Town, Convent Chapel, Bethell Avenue Sunday 6.00pm Sung Mass (contact Fr Stewart Foster)
Canvey Island 3rd Sunday 12 noon Low Mass (contact Fr Stewart Foster)
Chelmsford, Our Lady Immaculate (in the Priory Chapel, 178 New London Road) 2nd & 4th Sunday 10.30am Low Mass; 1st Friday 7.30pm Low Mass (contact Fr Hugh Allan O.Praem)
Hainault Monday and Holydays of Obligation 6.30pm Low Mass (contact Fr Jean-Claude Selvini)
Kelvedon 1st Saturday 12.15pm Low Mass (contact Mgr Gordon Read)
Leigh-on-Sea 1st Sunday 4.00pm Sung Mass (contact Mgr Kevin Hale)