Parish News
A big thank you to all those who supported this year’s Christmas Bazaar! Final amount raised will be published NEXT Sunday.
Thank you to those who organised, helped set up, run a stall, cooked and cleaned up after. Please know we greatly appreciate all your hard work.
Communion Class
Continues today at 9.30am followed by mass at 11.00am.
Bishop Thomas McMahon RIP
We would like to share the sad news of the death of Bishop Thomas. Bishop Thomas served our diocese for over three decades. He died peacefully at home earlier this week. Please continue to keep him in your prayers. More details on the Funeral will be available next week.
Funeral Arrangements for Patrick Bell RIP
Please pray for Patrick Bell who has died recently. The funeral mass for Patrick Bell will take place on Tuesday 23rd December at 11am. The reception of the body will be Monday 22nd December at 4pm. Please keep wife Bridget and the Family in your prayers at this difficult time.
We would like to share the sad news of the death of Sarah Parkes and Patrick Langan who have passed away recently, may they rest in peace. Please keep Parkes and Langan Family in your prayers at this difficult time.
Legion of Mary – Eucharistic Celebration – 13/12/2025
All are welcome to join the Legion of Mary on Saturday 13th December from 10am for their Eucharistic celebration and rosary procession of the Immaculate Conception. The program includes Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, reflections, talks, activities and lunch. All are welcome to come! Please contact Veronica for more information.
THE LEGION OF MARY every Tuesday at 6.30-
Wednesday Bingo Club RETURNS
The Wednesday Bingo club will return on Wedneday 3rd December at 1pm.
Lower Hall toilets – NOW COMPLETED
We are delighted to inform parishioners the refurbishment of the Lower Hall toilets is now completed! From this Sunday we ask Parishioners and visitors to use toilets in the Lower Hall instead of the toilet in the Sacristy. Thank you for your understanding.
Offertory Procession
From the THIS Sunday First Sunday of Advent we are reintroducing Offertory Procession with gifts and collection. We would like to ask 2 parishioners/ visitors to take the gifts during our offertory hymn. Thank you.
HALL HIRE: For more information on how to hire our halls please contact Phil on 07777663724.
First Friday Youth Mass
Young people of the parish are encouraged to join the next First Friday Youth Mass and Adoration will be THIS Friday 5th December at 7.30pm. All are welcome to attend so please join us and bring a friend.
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 December from 1-
WE REMEMBER IN OUR PRAYERS
Those who are sick and housebound: the patients at Goodmayes and King George’s Hospitals: Claire Bailey.
WE REMEMBER THOSE WHO HAVE RECENTLY DIED: Patrick Bell, Sarah Parkes, Patrick Langan, Clare Larkman (Gummett), Barney Crowe, Samantha St-
AND THOSE WHOSE ANNIVERSARIES OCCUR AT THIS TIME: Angela Gummett, Jim Coady, Anton Xavier Fernandez, Lidwina D’Sa, Salvacao Desa Miranda, Angela Lee, Joanna Felicitas Fernandez, Pat Maguire, Jim Coady.
Last Collection: £944.00. Thank you for continued generous financial support. If you wish to support the parish through bank transfer, the detail are Catholic Church Goodmayes St Cedd, Sort Code: 40-
Pilgrimage to Lourdes with the Diocese – Save the Date
Join Bishop Alan and pilgrims from across our diocese in Lourdes next summer: Friday 17th -
Medjugorje Pilgrimages 11-
The total cost for the May pilgrimage is £770 and the September pilgrimage is £789. A £30 discount will be given to those who book and pay a £150 deposit before the end of January 2026. The package includes flights, luggage, transfers, half board at the hotel, plus our own guide for the week. To book and for further information please phone Gail on 07989 879148 or email gail.hewett@hotmail.com. Thank you.
Upcoming St Cedd’s Social Club events
Thursday 4th December Quiz night -
Friday 5th December Bingo -
Diocese News and School Vacancies
Pilgrimage to Lourdes with the Diocese – Save the Date
Join Bishop Alan and pilgrims from across our diocese in Lourdes next summer: Friday 17th -
Ursuline Academy Ilford
The Ursuline Academy Ilford is looking to recruit a Learning Support Assistant.
Please see the school’s website for further information The Ursuline Academy Ilford -
Headteacher Vacancy-
Deadline for applications: 12:00 (noon), Tuesday 6th January 2026
Further information is on the diocesan website -
THE PALMER CATHOLIC ACADEMY
Aldborough Road South, Seven Kings, Ilford, IG3 8EU
Calling all Canon Palmer Catholic School Alumni to come to our 65th Anniversary on Friday 9th January 2026 at 2pm. Visit our website at www.tpc.academy for further details and to register an interest for future events.
Maranatha! Come Lord Jesus!
You are warmly welcomed to an evening of praise and worship, including mass and adoration. Save the dates: Friday 16th of January and Friday 13th of February 2026. Time: 7:00pm to 9:00pm, including refreshments after. Venue: The Blessed Sacrament Church, 116 Melbourne Avenue, CM12DU, Chelmsford. Bring your friends!
Organised by the CDSC ( Charismatic Diocesan Service of Communion ).