Our Catholic community
On this page you can learn more about our community, our work and how you, your family and your friends can become a valued part of our prayers and activities.
About the parish
Learn more about our parish, our history and our Ordinariate connection.
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Fr Alex & the team
Meet Father Alex and members of the parish team, including those responsible for safeguarding, music and more.
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Parish groups
At St John Payne, we serve our parish in many different ways, through music, reading, serving at the altar and by taking part in many different groups and meetings.
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Children & families
Children and families are very welcome at St John Payne. The parish has several groups and activities for younger children, older children and families, both during Sunday Mass and through the week.
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Ordinariate group
The Colchester Ordinariate Group worships at the Parish Church of St John Payne, Greenstead. Mass is offered according to Divine Worship every Sunday at 4pm, and on Wednesdays at 7pm. All are very welcome.
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Our patron, St John Payne
St John Payne reminds us that faith is not only something we believe. It is something we live, sometimes quietly, sometimes bravely, and always with God’s help.
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Photo gallery
Photographs of worship and parish life at St John Payne, from Sunday Mass to Divine Worship by candlelight.
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Safeguarding
We are committed to making our parish a safe place for children, young people and adults who may be at risk. Find out who to contact.
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