About St. John the Baptist Catholic Church
Among the Roman Catholic congregations of Greater London, St. John the Baptist Catholic Church gathers in Ilford. The building stands at 349-351 Wanstead Park Road, Ilford. The church keeps its service schedule and activities updated at sjbilford.org.uk.
The Roman Catholic tradition holds a distinctive place within British church life. The Roman Catholic Church in England, Wales and Scotland serves a Catholic population of several million, in full communion with the Pope. Parish life centres on the Mass and the sacraments, and many congregations have been renewed in recent decades by worshippers arriving from Poland, India, Nigeria and elsewhere. Weekly Mass attendance across Britain runs into the high hundreds of thousands. The tradition traces its modern form to the 1st century; hierarchy restored in England and Wales in 1850. As a measure of its reach, the wider family today counts roughly 4 million Catholics across the UK.
It belongs to the broad community of churches across England, whose landscape holds everything from Saxon churches to congregations meeting in converted warehouses. Ilford lies within Greater London, whose county town is London. First-time visitors and regular worshippers alike will find an open door.
Thinking of coming along? Simply turn up: no invitation is needed. Allow a little extra time for getting there, as parking close to older church buildings can be tight, and if accessibility is a concern, a quick call ahead will confirm arrangements such as ramps, accessible toilets or a hearing loop.
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Getting there
Parking near older church buildings can be limited, so allow a few extra minutes or arrive on foot where you can.
Frequently asked questions
Where is St. John the Baptist Catholic Church?⌄
St. John the Baptist Catholic Church is at 349-351 Wanstead Park Road, Ilford, Greater London, IG1 3TS.
What denomination is St. John the Baptist Catholic Church?⌄
St. John the Baptist Catholic Church worships within the Roman Catholic stream of Christianity. The Roman Catholic Church in England, Wales and Scotland serves a Catholic population of several million, in full communion with the Pope.
When are services at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church?⌄
Service times for St. John the Baptist Catholic Church are not yet listed in our directory. Check http://sjbilford.org.uk or contact the church directly to confirm.
Does St. John the Baptist Catholic Church have a website?⌄
Yes, the church's website is http://sjbilford.org.uk.
What is the phone number for St. John the Baptist Catholic Church?⌄
You can ring St. John the Baptist Catholic Church on +44 20 8554 3763. A quick call is the surest way to confirm service times and any special events.
How do I get to St. John the Baptist Catholic Church?⌄
The church is at 349-351 Wanstead Park Road, Ilford, Greater London. Use the map and directions link on this page, and allow a little extra time if you are driving, as parking near the building may be limited.
Is St. John the Baptist Catholic Church accessible?⌄
Accessibility provision varies between church buildings. Contact the church directly to ask about step-free access, accessible toilets or a hearing loop before you visit.
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