Our Lady Queen of Peace, Braintree

Introduction

The Church of Our Lady Queen of Peace in Braintree, within the Diocese of Brentwood, was founded in 1939. It is believed to be the last church opened before the outbreak of the Second World War.

Parish life

The parish runs a programme of worship, faith development and many activities. The parish has a Facebook group for news and photos from parish life.

The parish has a church repository selling rosaries, cards, books and gifts, with proceeds supporting the parish. The parish is part of the North Essex Deanery of the Diocese of Brentwood. The parish links to St Francis Catholic Primary School, Braintree and St John Payne Catholic School, Chelmsford as local schools. The parish links to CAFOD and the St Vincent de Paul Society as charities.

Sacraments and pastoral care

Parents seeking baptism for a child contact the parish office to arrange a meeting and baptism preparation. The parish's Confirmation programme is open to young people in Year 10 and above. The church is registered for Catholic marriages, and couples should contact the parish office at least six months before their intended date. The parish asks people to telephone the parish office if someone is seriously ill or to arrange a funeral.