St. Joseph the Worker, Hutton

Music and liturgy

The parish has a project to move the Blessed Sacrament to the centre of the sanctuary. The Confirmation programme is open to young people aged 14 and over and runs every two years.

Saint Joseph's has a team of Altar Servers who serve at Mass at the weekend. The parish is keen to recruit Adult Altar Servers.

Parish life

The Church Hall hosts a number of social events during the year. The parish has long supported Brentwood Catholic Children’s Society, holding an annual Crib collection on its behalf. The parish supports CAFOD, the Catholic Agency for Overseas Development.

The parish has an enthusiastic youth population involved in many Diocesan Youth strategies. Saint Joseph the Worker Catholic Church has announced a new Parish Partnership with the Brentwood Cathedral of Saint Mary & Saint Helen. The Friendship Group meets on the 1st and 3rd Friday every month in the parish hall.

Sacraments and pastoral care

Parents of First Holy Communion children attend monthly evening meetings to develop their own faith understanding. Couples wishing to marry must give at least six months notice for preparation. The RCIA process welcomes newcomers into the life of the Church.

Visiting

The church provides access for physically disabled people and a loop system for hearing aid users. The Parish Hall of St Joseph the Worker is available for hire.