you are always welcome here!
Welcome to St James the Less and St Helen Catholic Church
Be Renewed in Hope
St James the Less and St Helen Catholic church is an open and growing community located in the historic town of Colchester in England.
Our main building is located in Priory Street, Colchester. Mass centres are located in other areas of the town.
we are people just like you
Pray
Pray
We offer numerous worship opportunities throughout the week, including daily and Sunday Masses, Rosary, Eucharistic Adoration, and the Sacrament of Reconciliation.
Learn
Learn
Faith Formation is a lifelong process of building our relationship with God. We have a vibrant Faith Formation program with opportunities for children, teens & adults.
Serve
Serve
We believe stewardship is a way of life, and offer numerous ways for parishioners to serve our parish family. Learn more about our active social minstry programs and other service opportunities.
Join us!
Join us!
Join us for Fellowship events, such as coffee & donuts, pancake breakfasts and our annual fundraiser. Take a look at our calendar to see all our upcoming events.
pray, grow and share with us
Mass Times
St James the Less and St Helen:
- MONDAY - FRIDAY - 9:30 am
- SATURDAY - 9:30 am;
- SUNDAY - 8:00 am, 10:30 am, 6:30 pm;
- HOLY DAYS - 9:30 am, 12:15 pm, 7:30 pm;
- POLISH MASS - Sunday 2:00 pm;
- FILIPINO MASS - 1st Sunday of each Month 4:00 pm;
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RECONCILIATION - Saturday after 9.30am Mass at Priory Street or by appointment.
Saturday after 5.00pm at Monkwick.
St Joseph:
- SUNDAY - 9:30 am
St Cedd and St Gregory:
- SUNDAY - 8:30 am
St Theodore of Canterbury:
- SATURDAY - 5:00 pm
sacraments
Find out more and get in touch
welcome from
Fr Philip
I’m pleased to welcome you to this space where you can find information about our church, services, events, and activities. Whether you’ve been with us for years or are new to the parish, we hope this website helps you stay informed and connected.
Our parish is a community built on faith, and we’re here to support each other. If you have any questions or would like to get more involved, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
I look forward to seeing you at Mass or at one of our upcoming events.
Yours in Christ, Fr Philip Okoli
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