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

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

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...

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

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...

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...

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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