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Welcome to the Diocese of Brentwood

The Rt Rev Thomas McMahon, Bishop of Brentwood, oversees a large and varied diocese stretching from East London to the North Sea.

Formed in 1917, the Diocese comprises the Administrative County of Essex, the unitary authorities of Southend-on-Sea and Thurrock, and the London Boroughs of Barking & Dagenham, Havering, Newham, Redbridge and Waltham Forest.



Scripture reflections
Jesus preaching
8 Feb 2010 :: 'Your reward will be great in heaven' »

Fr Adrian Graffy reflects on the mystery at the heart of the gospel: that suffering and loss are an extraordinary channel of blessing. Read more...

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Latest News
Haiti Cathedral in ruins (CAFOD)
6 Feb 2010 :: Diocese raises over £100,000 for Haiti appeal »

CAFOD praises generosity and compassion of the Catholic community in England and Wales, which has raised over £2m for its Haiti Appeal. Read more...

Mgr David Donnelly
3 Feb 2010 :: Death of a great communicator »

The funeral of Mgr David Donnelly, parish priest, vicar general and a man who loved people, will be held on 26 February in Brentwood Cathedral. Read more...

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Forthcoming Events
Signing hands used by kind permission from the CDA
7 Feb 2010 :: Signed Mass at Westminster Cathedral »

Come and take part in a signed Mass in London on 7 February, 4:30pm. Read more...

Christ - The Beginning and the End
9 Feb 2010 :: Preparing to celebrate the Liturgies of the Triduum »

Mgr David Manson will lead this evening event reflecting on the richness of the Liturgies of the Triduum, from the Last Supper to the Resurrection. Read more...

Catholic Deaf Association’s hands symbol
14 Feb 2010 :: Communicated Mass in East Ham »

Prepare for Lent with a communicated Mass at St Michael's in East Ham. Read more...

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