St. Stephen's Presbytery,
146 Little Ilford Lane,
London, E12 5PJ
Welcome About Us
St. Stephen’s and St. Nicholas parish – Manor Park, or St. Stephen’s in short, is the Catholic parish Church of Manor Park, Newham, Greater London. The parish is the eastern most Catholic parish in the Newham deanery bordering Ilford, and our Brentwood diocesan charity number is 234092.
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Twenty-Ninth Sunday (Year C):
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Dear brothers and sisters,It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Kenneth Peters, who died on Monday evening after a long illness.
Kenneth was a cherished and devoted member of St Stephen’s Parish, serving faithfully as an Extraordinary Eucharistic Minister, Reader, and chorist. He was a beloved father, grandfather, and the devoted husband of Shirley Peters, whose tireless dedication to the church community continues to inspire.
We offer our heartfelt prayers for the repose of Kenneth’s soul, and for comfort and strength for Shirley and their family during this time of mourning. May they be consoled by the hope and promise of the resurrection through our Lord Jesus Christ.
Funeral arrangements will be announced in due course.
Explore the Catholic Faith – RCIA Programme
Are you—or someone you know—curious about the Catholic faith and considering becoming Catholic?
We warmly invite you to join our RCIA course (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults), designed for those who wish to be received into the Catholic Church. This journey offers a welcoming space to explore the teachings of the Church, ask questions, and prepare for full communion with the Catholic faith.
If you are Interested, we'd be please to welcome you. Contact the parish office by phone 020 8478 0510 or email [email protected].
Visit our weekly Parish Surgery held every Monday from 5.30–6.30 pm at the Parish Office
Whether you're just exploring or ready to begin your journey, you're most welcome.
DBS Update – Safeguarding Our Parish Community
As part of our ongoing commitment to safeguarding, Dr Ciaran and Martina are currently updating the DBS register for parish representatives.
On 16 July 2025, a number of volunteers received emails requesting the completion of a DBS application form. This is a legal requirement set by the Diocese to help protect vulnerable adults and children from harm.
If you received an email and have not yet responded, we kindly ask that you do so as soon as possible. You may have been contacted because:
Your existing DBS certificate is due for renewal, or
This is your first application as a parish volunteer.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the parish office, or speak directly with Dr Ciaran or Martina after Mass.
Thank you for your cooperation and support in keeping our parish safe.
Introduction to First Holy Communion & Confirmation
There will be an Introduction to First Holy Communion and Confirmation on Friday, 25th October, held in the Parish Sacristy and Church.
First Holy Communion: Fr. Tony will meet with parents from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., while the children receive their instruction.
Confirmation: Parents and candidates are invited to an introduction session from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
We warmly encourage all parents and candidates to attend these important introductory sessions as we begin preparations for these special sacraments.
Parish Surgery
There will be a Parish Surgery for any enquiries on Monday, 20th October, from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. in the Parish Office.
All are welcome to come along with any questions or matters they wish to discuss.
May God bless you all.
Support Us
You can support us in our quest to seek God through other; our interaction with other faith groups through The East London Community Organisation (TELCO); our food bank program and other campaigns for the good of society.
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