
Father Gareth Jones
Fr Gareth has been Vicar and Parish Priest of St Mary's since 2010.
He looks after the pastoral and spiritual affairs of the parish together with having oversight of day to day management and ministry.
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Fr Gareth is Canon Commissary
of the Diocese of Cape Coast and represents the bishop of Cape Coast in the UK.
Welcome! St. Mary's is a place where history and community converge in faith and fellowship. For nearly two centuries, the church has stood as a beacon of worship and spiritual growth in the town. As an Anglican church rooted in the catholic tradition of the Church of England, we embrace an inclusive and diverse congregation, united by the shared journey of Christian faith. Here, we strive to embody the love and peace of Christ, aiming to be a transforming presence in the lives of those we encounter and to travel well together.
Whether you're here to seek solace, engage in worship, or simply explore, know that St. Mary's has a place for you.
We are thrilled to have you join us on this path, and we welcome you with open arms.
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If you'd like to know what we really mean when we say 'welcome', read our Welcome Charter.
Father Gareth Jones, Vicar.

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Regular Services
Weekday Mass times may occasionally change.
Please refer to the monthly list above to check.
SUNDAY
9am Morning Prayer
10am SUNG PARISH MASS and Address
MONDAY
10am Mass
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TUESDAY
9am Morning Prayer
10am Mass
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THURSDAY
9am Morning Prayer with
Adoration & Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament
10am Mass
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FRIDAY
12noon Mass
(except last Friday of month)​
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If you would like to receive updates about these services please add your details to our contact list at the bottom of this page.
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To arrange to speak with a priest please contact us using the form at the bottom of this page.
Contact Us
St Mary the Virgin
426 High Road
Ilford IG1 1TW
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Parish Office (correspondence)
26 South Park Road
Ilford IG1 1SS
020 8478 0546




