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.
NEW: Listen to Bishop Thomas' Christmas Message 2011
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Clip courtesy of BBC Essex.
Scripture reflections
In this week's reading Jesus' healing actions show the power of God, while his words proclaim the coming of the kingdom. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.
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Latest News
Diocesan priests Frs Richard Ashton and John King and educator Sr Thecla Duffy have all died recently.
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Essex Churches Media Group is running a digital media conference in February at Trinity Methodist Church in Chelmsford.
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Forthcoming Events
The Diocesan Deaf Service organises communicated and signed masses all over the Diocese for those who are deaf or hard of hearing.
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BRES Spirituality Morning: 'Living Faith - Living Prayer': The facilitator will be the Rev. Fr. Christopher O'Donnell O. Carm. Professor Emeritus of Spirituality.
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The Diocesan Deaf Service continues to organise Masses throughout the Diocese for the deaf and hard of hearing.
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This session will offer an opportunity to explore and come to a deeper understanding of the structure and purpose of the
Personal Ordinariate of Our Lady of Walsingham in our
diocese and beyond.
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A Question of Faith moves around the Diocese to give as many people as possible a chance to participate. The next event is at the northeastern end of the Diocese.
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