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.
Parish Bazaar Planning
I know this is only the middle of the summer, but forward planning is extremely important. I have set a date for a Bazaar Committee Meeting for Friday 19th September 2025 at 7.30pm in the Small Hall. We had a truly wonderful and successful Bazaar last year. A real family occasion for the whole parish community. If you’re going away on holiday, and think about bringing a bottle or two back, please think of the Bazaar. Thank you!


Talk on archbishop saint óscar romero
D Archbishop John Wilson (Archbishop of Southwark), will be giving a talk and presentation on Saint Óscar Romero, titled: ‘Preacher of Hope, The Life and Witness of St Óscar Romero.’
Join us on Wednesday 8th October to discover more.
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.