About St Gertrude Catholic Church
St Gertrude Catholic Church is a Roman Catholic church serving London and the surrounding parts of Greater London. You will find the church at 1 Debnams Road in London. Up-to-date service times and contact details are published on the church's website at directory.rcsouthwark.co.uk/bermondsey_south_stgertrude.html.
Roman Catholic congregations represent one enduring branch of the Christian faith in these islands. 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.
The church stands within the wider Christian life of England, whose landscape holds everything from Saxon churches to congregations meeting in converted warehouses. London is the county town of Greater London and a focal point for church life in the area. Visitors are welcome, whether you live in London or are simply passing through.
Planning a visit? Arriving ten minutes early leaves time to find a seat and say hello. Parking near British churches is often limited, so check the surrounding streets or walk if you can, and if step-free access or a hearing loop matters to you, it is worth ringing ahead, as provision varies from building to building.
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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 Gertrude Catholic Church?⌄
St Gertrude Catholic Church is at 1 Debnams Road, London, Greater London, SE16 2BB.
What denomination is St Gertrude Catholic Church?⌄
St Gertrude Catholic Church belongs to the Roman Catholic tradition. 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 Gertrude Catholic Church?⌄
Service times for St Gertrude Catholic Church are not yet listed in our directory. Check http://directory.rcsouthwark.co.uk/bermondsey_south_stgertrude.html or contact the church directly to confirm.
Does St Gertrude Catholic Church have a website?⌄
Yes, the church's website is http://directory.rcsouthwark.co.uk/bermondsey_south_stgertrude.html.
How do I get to St Gertrude Catholic Church?⌄
The church is at 1 Debnams Road, London, 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 Gertrude 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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