About St Alban & Stephen Catholic Church
St Alban & Stephen Catholic Church welcomes worshippers in St Albans as one of the Roman Catholic churches of Hertfordshire. The congregation meets at Beaconsfield Road, St Albans. Up-to-date service times and contact details are published on the church's website at www.albanstephen.org.
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.
The church stands within the wider Christian life of England, where the parish system has shaped local life for more than a thousand years. St Albans lies within Hertfordshire, whose county town is Hertford. Visitors are welcome, whether you live in St Albans 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 Alban & Stephen Catholic Church?⌄
St Alban & Stephen Catholic Church is at Beaconsfield Road, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 3RB.
What denomination is St Alban & Stephen Catholic Church?⌄
St Alban & Stephen 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 Alban & Stephen Catholic Church?⌄
Service times for St Alban & Stephen Catholic Church are not yet listed in our directory. Check https://www.albanstephen.org/ or contact the church directly to confirm.
Does St Alban & Stephen Catholic Church have a website?⌄
Yes, the church's website is https://www.albanstephen.org/.
What is the phone number for St Alban & Stephen Catholic Church?⌄
You can ring St Alban & Stephen Catholic Church on +44 1727 853585. A quick call is the surest way to confirm service times and any special events.
How do I get to St Alban & Stephen Catholic Church?⌄
The church is at Beaconsfield Road, St Albans, Hertfordshire. 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 Alban & Stephen 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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