For those wishing to find a place of retreat for a day or longer you may wish to check out the Retreat Association https://www.retreats.org.uk/
To view photos of past parish pilgrimages/retreats please click here Parish Activity
Jubilee Churches 2025
The faithful, may receive the Jubilee Indulgence granted by the Holy Father by making a devout pilgrimage to any designated Jubilee site. Here you will find a list of all the Jubilee churches in England and Wales. https://www.cbcew.org.uk/jubilee-churches/
2025 – A DAY WITH MARY, see posters in porch for further details: 15th Feb, 8.45-4pm – St Mary, Mother of God , Hornchurch; 1st March 9.45am-5pm- Westminster Cathedral
27th February 2025 – MASS & VISIT TO TYBURN CONVENT
On Thursday 27 February, the day St Anne Line was executed , there will be Holy Mass at 3pm at the Altar of the Martyr’s at Tyburn Convent and then a tour of the crypt. There will be a cup of tea after the tour. Tyburn Convent is 6 minutes walk from Marble Arch tube station.
Accompanied Prayer Week March 9th-15th 2025
Peter Robson of St Thomas of Canterbury is inviting members of our churches to join him and others in a week of Accompanied Prayer with companions who would be trained spiritual directors plus some of our Friars. The SDs would be supported by trained supervisors and his co-ordinator, Lynne Galloway, has had many years experience organising such things at the London Jesuit Centre. Please would anyone who is interested contact Peter directly (petertrobson@gmail.com) For more information click here https://saintanneline.com/parish-events-2/
10th-18th March 2025 National Novena to St Joseph – for details see https://millhillmissionaries.com/novena/
DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE TO LOURDES Friday 18th to Friday 25th July 2025
Join Bishop Alan in Lourdes from Friday 18 to Friday 25 July. We can support those with medical needs. For further information, please phone Tangney Tours on 01732 886 666 or book online: Brentwood Lourdes Pilgrimage – Tangney Tours.
JUBILEE 2025: 30th AUG – 4th SEPT 2025 (6 DAYS) – PILGRIMAGE TO ROME
Fr Sabu the parish priest of Our Lady & All Saints, Basildon is arranging a pilgrimage to the Vatican, Rome, Assisi, Padua, Venice & Pisa. Superior 4* Hotel Accommodation. Adults and children over 9 years: £775; Children (2-9 years): £730. Single room supplement £220. For more details, email: frsabupariyadan@brcdt.org. See itinerary in the porch.
Previous Events
Pilgrimage to Fatima August 2024
A Journey of Faith: Pilgrimage to Fátima – A testimony by Ana & Steven
From the 30th of July until the 3rd of August, together with our parish priest, Fr. Barto and our parents we embarked on a spiritual journey. We travelled through the Carmelite Route, a lesser-known but deeply enriching pilgrimage route from Coimbra to the sanctuary of Our Lady of Fátima. The route is inspired by the experience of Sister Lucia, a Carmelite nun who, as a child together with her cousins Jacinta and Francisco, saw and spoke to Our Lady.
The Carmelite Route full of serene landscapes and deep spiritual resonance, led us through picturesque rural areas, allowing us to immerse ourselves in the beauty of Portugal’s countryside.
Before each stage of the route we pondered on a reflection from Sister Lucia and as we walked, nature provided a tranquil backdrop to our prayers and reflections. Each day of the journey offered moments of profound connection. We took time to appreciate the presence of God in nature and within each other. The route was very challenging, yet in those moments of fatigue and perseverance, we felt the strongest sense of community and divine guidance.
During our pilgrimage, we carried the intentions of our fellow parishioners of St. Anne Line Church, as well as those who had requested our prayers. Upon reaching the sanctuary of Our Lady of Fátima, our hearts were filled with gratitude. Once there, we took the opportunity to attend confession and adore Our Lord at the Chapel of the Sacred Sacrament, where we offered thanks for our safe journey and the spiritual renewal we experienced.
The culmination of our pilgrimage was an evening mass at the Basilica, co-celebrated by Fr Barto, creating an indelible memory of unity and faith. This pilgrimage was more than a physical journey; it was a powerful testament to faith and fellowship. May our experience and our prayers inspire others in our parish and encourage them to embark on their own spiritual journeys and deepen their connection with God.