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Living out Catholic Social Teaching across Essex and East London; walking alongside those facing poverty, homelessness, and displacement, and caring for our common home.
Our Mission
The Mission of Caritas Brentwood is to maximise the opportunities for putting faith into action through charitable works, fully conscious of Christ’s commandment to love our neighbour, defined by His words “Whatever you do to the least of my sisters and brothers you do to me.” We seek to serve the marginalised, the poor and the vulnerable by highlighting and developing a broad range of charitable projects in parish partnerships and schools in our Diocese, Nationally and Internationally. In doing this we evangelise through actions as much as words.
Our Vision
Our vision is that no one is beyond the reach of Christ’s love. We want everyone who needs pastoral care to find it, and everyone who wants to serve to have a place to give their time and gifts.
Caritas Brentwood contact information
Our work across the Diocese
Our work is dedicated to supporting those engaged in charitable works across the Diocese, particularly initiatives that reach those on the margins of society. Travelling throughout the Diocese allows us to meet with all communities engaged in this vital work, offering encouragement, guidance and practical support for local initiatives.
This support includes fostering connections among projects with similar aims, helping individuals find volunteer opportunities, assisting with training and grant applications, and accompanying those who wish to start new initiatives but are unsure how to take the first steps. Through these relationships and resources, we seek to nurture sustainable, compassionate outreach rooted in local communities.
OUR TEAM
Our numbers over the past twelve months speak for themselves...
1528
Square miles across
our entire Diocese
1724
Parishioners listened to, worked with and supported
875
School Staff listened to, worked with and supported
2705
Young People listened to, worked with and supported
30+
Organisations we are collaborating with
With many thousands more people being supported by our partner charities!
This ministry is made possible through legacy funding specifically designated to the Diocese to support charitable outreach and community development.
Recent gatherings, such as the networking day, have highlighted the great value of coming together to share experiences, collaborate, and encourage one another. Our mission is not one undertaken alone, but a shared journey of walking together in the service of those most in need. We warmly encourage everyone to continue the conversations begun at these events: reach out within your communities, invite others to become involved, build connections with neighbouring parishes and local charities, and explore opportunities for joint social action.
Please remember that support is always available.
Whether you are looking for guidance, help connecting with others, assistance in developing new ideas, or support in facilitating a session or discussion, we would be delighted to hear from you and accompany you in this work.
OUR TEAM