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.
Recent News
Bishop condemns treatment of migrants »
At the annual Mass for Migrants at Westminster Cathedral, Bishop Thomas criticised the Government for its failure to regularise undocumented migrants.
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Released: 06/05/08
‘As the Father sent me, so am I sending you’ »
Fr Adrian Graffy reflects on the Gospel reading for Pentecost Sunday. Read more...
Released: 05/05/08
Bishop attends Abortion Act anniversary prayers »
Bishop Thomas took part in a service outside Westminster Abbey on Saturday 26 April. Read more...
Released: 25/04/08
Sr Philomena wins High Sheriff's Award »
A member of the chaplaincy team at Chelmsford Prison has been presented with an award in recognition of her care and compassion for prisoners, prison staff and visitors. Read more...
Released: 24/04/08
Forthcoming Events
BDPC May Plenary »
Location: Cathedral Conference Centre, Ingrave Rd Brentwood
Starts on 10 May, 2008 at 09:30 running until 15:30 on 10 May, 2008.
Nearly 100 parish and deanery delegates from all over Essex and East London will gather in Brentwood next month for the twice-yearly meeting of Diocesan Pastoral Council. Learn more...
Master class with Margaret Phillips »
Location: Brentwood and Chelmsford Cathedrals
Starts on 10 May, 2008 at 10:00.
Margaret Phillips, international concert organist and Professor of Organ at the Royal College of Music, will be conducting sessions at Brentwood and Chelmsford Cathedrals. Learn more...
Weekend retreat for pastoral assistants »
Location: Chigwell Covent, 803 Chigwell Road, Woodford Green
Starts on 16 May, 2008 at 18:00 running until 15:00 on 18 May, 2008.
A directed weekend retreat for pastoral assistants at Chigwell Convent.
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