The Grace of our Lord Jesus Christ
And the love of God
And the communion of The Holy Spirit
Be with you all
Saturday 28th - 10:00 - 11:00 am - Confessions (or anytime by appointment)
6:00 pm - Mass
Sunday 29th - 9:00am & 11:00am Mass.
Monday 30th - No Mass Church Closed All Day
Tuesday 1st - 9:00 am Mass
Wednesday 2nd- 9:00 am Mass
Thursday 3rd - 9:00am Mass
Friday 4th - 9:00am Mass
7.00pm - Adoration and Benediction
Saturday 5th - 10:00 - 11:00 am - Confessions (or anytime by appointment)
6:00 pm - Mass
Sunday 6th- 9:00am & 11:00am - Mass
Today the Church celebrates two great saints, God’s unlikely heroes, Saints Peter and Paul. Each in their own different ways carried on the mission and ministry of Jesus as they proclaimed the gospel through their life as missionary disciples in the early Church.
From the scriptures we learn that St. Peter knew Jesus. He was one of Jesus’ disciples and a close friend. He heard Jesus speak and teach. He saw Jesus work miracles. Peter was at the last supper with Jesus and the other disciples. He was witness to all that happened to Jesus. Peter three times denied that he knew Jesus when Jesus was arrested, before crucifixion and death. Peter lost faith in Jesus, but Jesus did not loose his faith in Peter.
After resurrection, when Jesus appeared to his disciples, he asked Peter three times whether he loved him. When Peter answered that he loved him, Jesus said to Peter, “Look after my sheep feed my sheep…” Peter is given the responsibility to lead the Church, the people of God.
On the other Paul never met Jesus. He did experience Jesus in a most profound way. Paul a Jew of high standing, was entrusted with the responsibility to hunt down the Christians, who were seen as a threat to the Jewish faith and Law. On the road to Damascus, he experienced what changed his life. He heard Jesus’ words, “Saul, Saul, why are you persecuting me?” By persecuting the Christians, Saul was persecuting Jesus. Saul becomes Paul, the greatest missionary of the early Church.
Despite their weaknesses God chose both Peter and Paul to proclaim the gospel to all nations. These are models of what it means to be a follower of Jesus today. Jesus called Peter who denied him and Paul who persecuted him to be his witnesses. God does not look at outer appearance, but at the heart of a person. Like Peter and Paul, Jesus is calling us to be his witnesses here and now in our own environment and situation.
God bless you all. Fr. Henry
On the Solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, Pope Leo XIV ordains 32 new priests and invites them to always stay close to the Lord and let themselves be constantly shaped by His Love.
Our hope is grounded in the knowledge that the Lord never abandons us: He is always at our side."
Pope Leo XIV expressed this at the Mass for the ordination of new priests that took place in St. Peter's Basilica on the Solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, 27 June, which also marks the Day of Prayer for the Sanctification of Priests.
In his message for Sea Sunday, the second Sunday of July, Cardinal Michael Czerny recognizes seafarers as ‘pilgrims of hope’ and calls on Catholics to shine a light on the global economy and its effects on those who work on ships and in ports.
Basing his reflection on the insight of Vatican II that whatever is genuinely human resonates in the hearts of Christians, the Prefect of the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development, Cardinal Michael Czerny, assures “all those who work at sea… that they are in the heart of the Church; they are not alone in their demands for justice, dignity, and joy.”
Following a long-standing tradition, a delegation of the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople is in Rome this week to help build unity between the Catholic and Orthodox Churches.
An official delegation of the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople is visiting Rome from 27-29 June 2025, the Holy See Press Office announced in a statement on Friday.
The visit comes as part of the traditional exchange of delegations for the respective feasts of the Patron Saints: 29 June in Rome for the celebration of the Holy Apostles Peter and Paul and 30 November in Istanbul for the celebration of St. Andrew the Apostle.
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Thank you for your donations. God Bless You, Fr. Henry.
7th & 8th June
Envelopes : £445.60
Loose plate : £274.20
Fr Henry would like to
thank you all !
All sessions are at 7pm
25th June
16th Jul
25th September
Our last parish event was a great success, and despite the
challenges we’ve faced, our community is growing stronger and
closer to where we hoped it would be. So why not celebrate this
summer with a themed social evening?
A suggestion sheet will be placed at the back of the church—
share your ideas!
Let’s come together, celebrate, and thank God for His continued
grace.
Join Bishop Alan in Lourdes from Friday 18th to Friday 25th July.
We can support those with medical needs.
For further information, please phone Tangney Tours on 01732 886 666
or book online:
www.Tangney-tours.com/diocese-pilgrimages/diocese-brentwood/
Of course, you may wish to make your own travel and hotel arrangements for your parish. You are most welcome to do this and still participate fully in the program of the diocesan pilgrimage. If so, please tell me and I shall make sure you are able to join as much of the diocesan program as you would like.
Annual Collection
The money raised from the annual collection for Lourdes at Sunday Masses is used to help cover the costs of nurses and others who assist.
This ensures that pilgrims with medical can come to Lourdes. The money is also used to support pilgrims who otherwise could not afford to come.
For further information regarding this, you are most welcome to contact me.
With warm regards and thanks,
Fr Paul Keane
Director of the Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes
Tel: 01223 742 192.
25th–28th July 2025 | Oscott College, near Birmingham Join Catholics from across the country to celebrate the Jubilee Year of Hope at this vibrant national festival, organised by the Guild of Our Lady of Ransom. The weekend features inspiring speakers, fellowship, and faith-filled celebrations. Choose from day tickets, camping for the weekend, or nearby accommodation. Earlybird weekend passes are currently available for just £70. For details and booking, visit: www.webelievefestival.com
Please take extra care when using the church hall or
working alone in and around the church. Unfortunately,
we had an intruder on Tuesday morning, and a coat was
stolen from the hall. Stay alert, and do not hesitate to
report any suspicious activity.
A table with donated food will be available for anyone in
need within our community. If you don’t need anything
for yourself, please consider taking something for a
neighbour or friend who might benefit.
RCIA is the formal process by which adults are received into the Catholic Church through the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist, while learning about the teachings of the Catholic faith. If you regularly attend church and wish to deepen your understanding or begin your journey into the Catholic Church, RCIA is a great place to start. We begin our Journey in Faith this June. If you're interested, please speak to Fr. Henry.
We say a heartfelt thank you and goodbye to the wonderful ladies who have run the Play Group for many years. Their dedication provided a warm welcome to parents, carers, and young children, helping them take their first steps into our parish and school community.
To keep the Play Group running, we urgently need 3–4
volunteers. Without this support, we may have no choice but to close the group. It will continue until August, so if you—or someone you know can volunteer once a week
on Tuesdays from 8:00–11:00 AM, please contact Glenda
on 07970 00163. Please note, volunteers must have a
valid DBS check.
Let’s work together to keep this valued part of our community going!
Forty Hours of Eucharistic Adoration – Quarant’ Ore will be celebrated at the Cathedral
Parish of St Mary & St Helen, Brentwood, beginning with Mass at 7:30 PM on Thursday
26th June and concluding at 5:45 PM on Saturday 28th June.
For full details, please visit the parish website: brentwoodcathedral.org.uk.
All are welcome.
About a year ago, we created a helpers list for those interested in supporting parish life. We understand it’s hard to offer help without knowing what’s involved. So over the next few weeks, we’ll be sharing a list of key areas where
help is needed and inviting you to add your name and phone number.
A group lead will then get in touch. While we all have good intentions, what we need now
is commitment—just 2 hours per week. If a group has 2–3 members, you can easily share the time between you. Remember, charity begins at home—but it
doesn’t stay there. If you’re able to give, even a little, your help will make a big difference..
A vacancy has arisen for a Parish Administrator, to provide administrative support services to the Parish Office by implementing and maintaining office systems, processes and procedures and delivering a welcoming, appropriate service to those attending the parish office.
The post will be part-time working 12 hours per week – (4 Days per week, 3 hours per day).
The salary is £12.60 per hour
The closing date for applications is 12pm on 8th July 2025 and we will then invite suitable applicants to interview.
If you have any queries or if you would like to apply, please send your CV by email to wickford@brcdt.org
Headteacher – St Peter’s Primary School, Romford
Deadline for applications: 12:00 (noon), Monday 6th June 2025.
Headteacher – St Peter’s Primary School, Billericay
Deadline for applications: 15:00, Monday 6th June 2025.
We Believe” – National Festival of Catholic Life. July 25th – 28th 2025, Oscott College, near Birmingham organised by the Guild of Our Lady of Ransom. Celebrate the Jubilee Year of Hope with Catholics from across the country and a wide range of inspiring speakers. Day tickets available, or come and camp for the long weekend, or stay nearby. Currently a significant “Early bird” booking discount is still available – full weekend passes are just £70. All the details are at www.webelievefestival.com
Our Lady of Grace, Chingford, is seeking a part-time Cleaner to join the team. Hours: 9 hours per week (flexible working arrangement to be agreed) Hourly Rate: £13.85 Start Date: As soon as possible To apply or make an enquiry, please send your CV and cover letter to: chingfordolgsta@brcdt.org
A vacancy has arisen for a Personal Assistant to support the
Parish Priest and Parish Office at Brentwood Cathedral. The
role involves managing office systems and procedures while
offering a warm and professional welcome to visitors. Excellent
communication and administrative skills are essential.
This is a full-time position (35 hours/week, Monday to Friday).
Salary: £14–£15 per hour, depending on experience.
Closing date: 12pm, Wednesday 18th June 2025.
Shortlisted applicants will be invited to interview.
To apply or for more information, please email your CV to
We are seeking a General Kitchen Assistant from
September 2025, working 10 hours per week
(Mon–Fri, 12:15–2:15pm).
Pay: £14.56/hour (APTC Scale 1, Point 2)
Food hygiene certificate and experience
preferred. An enhanced DBS will be required.
Apply via the Job Vacancies section on the
school website or contact Mrs Sharon Flynn at
Closing date: Monday, 2nd June 2025.
Bede was born in 673 AD in the northeast of England. From the age of seven, he received a Benedictine education at the Northumbrian monastery of Saint Peter at Wearmouth, today part of Sunderland. Bede spent his whole life within the twin monasteries of St Peter at Wearmouth and St Paul in Jarrow, where he became a Benedictine monk and continued his studies using the fine libraries established by the monastery's founder, St Benedict Biscop, Bede's first teacher, and under the guidance of Abbot Ceolfrith (Ceolwulf).
Bede wrote on many topics. His most famous work, Historia Ecclesiastica Gentis Anglorum (the Ecclesiastical History of the English People), earned Bede the title "The Father of English History". His works revealed not only Bede's qualities as a scholar and historian but also the qualities of modesty and humility which make his works so memorable. However, Bede's work shows that he had at his command all the learning of his time. Bede's writings included papers and articles on scientific, historical, theological, and mathematical matters, as well as poetry and literature. St Bede is widely regarded as the greatest of all the Anglo-Saxon scholars. His sainthood was generally recognized around fifty years after his death on 25th May 735 AD. His bones were later elevated from St Paul's in Jarrow to Durham, where they lie in the Galilee Chapel at Durham Cathedral. Bede's scholarship and importance to Catholicism were recognized on 13th November 1899 when Pope Leo XIII decreed the title of Doctor Ecclesiae to St Bede the Venerable, making him the only English Doctor of the Church.
Barking
6:00pm - 7:00pm (Thursday)
Becontree
9:30am - 10:10am (Friday)
Chadwell Heath
9:30am - 10:00am (Friday)
Clayhall
8:30am - 9:00am (Tuesday – Saturday)
(until 11am on the First Friday)
4:30pm - 5:00pm (Sunday)
Dagenham, Holy Family
9:30am – 10:30am (Friday)
Dagenham, St Peters
8.30am – 9.00 am (Monday – Friday)
9.30am – 10am (Wednesday)
Goodmayes
9:30am - 10:00am (Monday – Saturday)
Hainault
10:30am - 11:30am (Tuesday – Saturday)
Ilford
10:00am - 12:30pm (Wednesday)
New Barking
8.15am - 9.15am (Friday)
10.30am - 11.30am (Saturday)
Newbury Park
10:00am - 11:00am (Thursday)
5:00pm - 6:00pm (Saturday)
Wanstead
9:30am - 11:00am (Friday)
7:00pm - 8:00pm (Friday)
South Woodford
8:45am - 9:30am (Wednesday)
5:30pm - 6:30pm (1st Saturday)
Confessions
Saturdays 10 to 11am or anytime by appointment.
Baptism of children
On Sundays with prior arrangements. Parents must attend two sessions. Parents must be registered members of the parish. At least one godparent must be a baptised catholic with a baptism certificate and confirmed.
Marriage
Those to have their marriage blessed should notify the Priest-in-charge at least six months before the proposed date.
First Holy Communion
This is usually done once a year in conjunction with the school. Other cases will be dealt with on individual bases.
Confirmation
This is usually done once a year. Announcements are done in the parish newsletter and on the website
RCIA
Rite of Christian Initiation for Adult
Those who would like to be received in the Catholic church should see the priest-in-charge any time and make arrangements to start the course.
All are welcome.
N.B
You need to be a registered member of our parish. Have faithful attendance at mass on Sundays and Holy Days. Fill out our registration form.
Fr Henry
The weekly parish newsletter is now available as a PDF download from the Newsletter Page
The Lady Chapel is a lovely place to introduce young children to our Liturgy on Saturdays & Sundays without parents getting stressed. It is also used for prayer groups and individual just wanting a quiet moment. Can we ask that we all respect the Lady Chapel, by ensuring that we leave it in a clean and orderly manner. If children make a mess, after mass can parents ask the welcomers to point them to the broom cupboard so you can clean up before departing. Also, can we ask that children do not play or eat on the Altar or organ.
The Parish Council
The Parish can now offer contactless donations for parishioners who may wish to avoid handling cash. A new donation page with further information and QR codes is available. Click the button below for the Donation Page Donations can be made with or without Gift-aid Copies of the QR codes are also available in the church.
As always, we are deeply grateful to all our parishioners for the continued support you so generously give our parish
St Bede Catholic Church
Rev. Henry Mobela, The Presbytery, Bishops Avenue, Chadwell Heath, Romford, RM6 5RS
Email: chadwellheath@brcdt.org
Brentwood Diocesan Trust
Registered Charity No. 234092
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