Welcome to the Cathedral Parish of St Mary and St Helen which sits proudly at the heart of the Diocese of Brentwood, a large and diverse diocese that stretches from rural north Essex to the heart of the East End of London.
IMPORTANT DATE CHANGE:
Please note, we have had to change the date of the Penitential Service from Monday, 15th December to Thursday, 18th December.
Christmas mass times
Click below for full details of this year’s Christmas services.
We look forward to welcoming you here for worship over the festive period!
Mgr David Manson RIP
Please pray for the repose of the soul of Mgr David Manson, who died suddenly on 18th December 2025, may he rest in peace.
Details of his funeral are available via the Obituary link below.
Lenten lectures 2025
In this Holy Year 2025 as ‘Pilgrims of Hope.’
Four talks on the Holy Eucharist are available to attend, see details via the link below:
Find out the various events and news from the cathedral, parish and wider community.
NEW Cathederal Guide Book
Many members of our Parish community have continued to reach out to others throughout the current restrictions.
The cathedral is the first classical cathedral to be built in England since London’s St Paul’s has been awarded Grade II* listed status.