Parish News
The shepherds hurried off and found Mary and Joseph, and the baby, who was lying in the manger. When they had seen him, they spread the word concerning what had been told them about this child. But Mary treasured up all these things and pondered them in her heart. (Luke 2,16-
Frs Mariusz and Adam would like thank parishioners for all your help to make our Christmas Services special, for Christmas cards, wishes, presents and the collection. We wish all parishioners and visitors
a Happy New Year 2026
Thank you to all those who generously donated towards our Caritas/Parish Food collection. The food has now been distributed to the charities and will go towards supporting those most in need this Christmas. Major Ruth Gray, church leader for Ilford Salvation Army, expresses her upmost thanks to all those who donated to this year’s collection.
New Year’s Eve Thanksgiving Mass at 11.30pm
Janet Cahill, wife of Thomas Cahill RIP, and family would like to thank everyone for their kind support and prayers after the passing of her husband. Please continue to keep the family in your prayers at this difficult time.
Canon Palmer School – 65th Anniversary Celebrations
Alumni are invited to attend the 65th anniversary of Canon Palmer Catholic School on Friday 9th January 2026 at 2pm at the Palmer Catholic Academy. Don’t miss this final opportunity to see the original school building before our exciting new rebuild begins.
First Friday Youth Mass – 2nd January
Our young people of the parish are encouraged to come to our first Friday Youth Mass and Adoration THIS 2nd January at 7:30pm.
BELONGING GROUP: Belonging 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 10th January 2026 from 1-
Offertory Procession
We have reintroduced the Offertory Procession with gifts and collection. We would like to ask 2 parishioners/ visitors to take the gifts during our offertory hymn. Thank you.
Lower Hall toilets
The toilets are now available for use by parishioners and visitors, entrance through the blue entrance door to the Lower Hall. Thank you.
Wednesday Bingo Club
No Wednesday Bingo club until 21st January.
Upcoming St. Cedd’s Social Club events
New Year’s Eve Dance 31st December Lower Hall, Doors opened 8pm Music from 8:30pm with Declan Gaynor. Admission £8, Bring your own food/nibbles Plus Raffle
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: Zofia Stachowicz, Bishop Thomas, Miles O’Hanlan, Maureen Banville, Krystyna Zabek, Patrick Bell, Sarah Parkes.
AND THOSE WHOSE ANNIVERSARIES OCCUR AT THIS TIME: Tony Keown, Frank McDermott, Gertrude Joseph, Timothy Christopher Kelly, John Flavin, Ryan McGovern, Ellen Grewal.
Last Sunday Collection: £907.76. 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-
Christmas Collection is your personal gift to the priests.
If you are in the Gift Aid please ensure you use your Christmas envelope, there are extra Mission Fund envelopes in the entrance just put your GA envelope number. You may like to make an offering contactless or it can also be made electronically to the parish account (details of bank account as above) with ref Christmas Offering. Thank you for your generous support.
THE LEGION OF MARY every Tuesday at 6.30-
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 ).
Medjugorje Pilgrimage 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.
