About Our Church

A welcoming Catholic parish rooted in Christ’s love, serving the community through worship, fellowship, service, and spiritual growth together.

A Welcoming Parish Family Rooted in Christ’s Love and Grace.

We are a welcoming and vibrant Roman Catholic community in the heart of Peckham Rye. Rooted in the love of Christ and the teachings of the Church, St. James the Great is a spiritual home for people of all ages, backgrounds, and walks of life.

We come together as one family to worship God in the Holy Eucharist, to grow in faith and holiness, and to support one another in living out the Gospel in our daily lives. Whether you are a lifelong Catholic, returning to the Church, or simply seeking, you are welcome here.

Proclaiming the Gospel Through Worship, Service, and Faithful Community Living.

Our mission is to proclaim the Good News of Jesus Christ through word, sacrament, and service. We strive to:

  • dummy Celebrate the sacraments with reverence and joy.
  • dummy Nourish and deepen our faith through prayer, catechesis, and community life.
  • dummy Serve the needs of our parish and local community with love and compassion.
  • dummy Be a beacon of hope and a witness to the transforming power of God’s mercy and grace.

Building a Joyful, United Church Reflecting God’s Kingdom on Earth.

We envision a parish that radiates the love of Christ and inspires all to follow Him more closely. We seek to build a stronger, more united community of faith that:.

  • dummy Welcomes everyone as members of the Body of Christ.
  • dummy Encourages spiritual growth and active participation in the life of the Church.
  • dummy Responds generously to the needs of our neighbours and the wider world.
  • dummy Prepares future generations to live as faithful disciples and witnesses of Christ’s Kingdom.

"The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few". Matthew 9:37 . Thank you to Parish Personnel !

Meet Our Parish Personnel

Edward Dunphy
Edward DunphyParish Choir, Leader Guitarist

peckhamrye@rcaos.org.uk

+44 (0) 207 639 1947

Felicia Lawson
Felicia LawsonHospitality, Catchetist, Children’s Liturgy

peckhamrye@rcaos.org.uk

+44 (0) 207 639 1947

Rohan Pathansali
Rohan PathansaliHospitality

peckhamrye@rcaos.org.uk

+44 (0) 207 639 1947

Cordilia Konwea
Cordilia KonweaEucharistic, Minister, Choir

peckhamrye@rcaos.org.uk

+44 (0) 207 639 1947

Agnes Louis
Agnes LouisThe Boss

peckhamrye@rcaos.org.uk

+44 (0) 207 639 1947

Paula Colaco
Paula ColacoCommunion Catechist

peckhamrye@rcaos.org.uk

+44 (0) 207 639 1947

Victor-Mangsat
Victor-MangsatPresident of St. Vincent de Paul

peckhamrye@rcaos.org.uk

+44 (0) 207 639 1947

Jacqueline James
Jacqueline JamesCatechist, Children’s Liturgy

peckhamrye@rcaos.org.uk

+44 (0) 207 639 1947

Harin Karunakaran
Harin KarunakaranFinance Committee & Diocesan Liaison Officer

peckhamrye@rcaos.org.uk

+44 (0) 207 639 1947

Colin Fleming
Colin FlemingFinancial chairman

peckhamrye@rcaos.org.uk

+44 (0) 207 639 1947

John & Jessica Francois
John & Jessica FrancoisChoir & Hospitality

peckhamrye@rcaos.org.uk

+44 (0) 207 639 1947

Felicia Morris
Felicia MorrisReader

peckhamrye@rcaos.org.uk

+44 (0) 207 639 1947

Victor Mmegwa
Victor MmegwaSenior Server St Stephens Guild

peckhamrye@rcaos.org.uk

+44 (0) 207 639 1947

Lorna-Johnson
Lorna-JohnsonSafeguarding

peckhamrye@rcaos.org.uk

+44 (0) 207 639 1947

Daniel Kellett
Daniel KellettChelo Player

peckhamrye@rcaos.org.uk

+44 (0) 207 639 1947

Olu Amon
Olu AmonHospitality, Repository, Eucharistic Minister

peckhamrye@rcaos.org.uk

+44 (0) 207 639 1947

Felisha Ohene-Djan
Felisha Ohene-DjanConfirmation Catechist

peckhamrye@rcaos.org.uk

+44 (0) 207 639 1947

Bill Morris
Bill MorrisArchitect, Reader

peckhamrye@rcaos.org.uk

+44 (0) 207 639 1947

Grace Adanlawo
Grace AdanlawoHospitality

peckhamrye@rcaos.org.uk

+44 (0) 207 639 1947

Kenneth
KennethParish coordinator

peckhamrye@rcaos.org.uk

+44 (0) 207 639 1947

Emilia-Emerenini
Emilia-EmereniniPresident of the Legion of Mary

peckhamrye@rcaos.org.uk

+44 (0) 207 639 1947

Theresa Ochiago
Theresa OchiagoHospitality, Usher, Collector

peckhamrye@rcaos.org.uk

+44 (0) 207 639 1947

Agnieszka Wierzbicka
Agnieszka WierzbickaTeacher, Children’s Liturgy,
Choir

peckhamrye@rcaos.org.uk

+44 (0) 207 639 1947

Perpetua Ferdinand
Perpetua FerdinandTeacher, Children’s Liturgy

peckhamrye@rcaos.org.uk

+44 (0) 207 639 1947

Bernadine Teng
Bernadine TengChoir & Hospitality

peckhamrye@rcaos.org.uk

+44 (0) 207 639 1947

Bobby Harris
Bobby HarrisCatechist & Reader

peckhamrye@rcaos.org.uk

+44 (0) 207 639 1947

Alex-Amoah
Alex-AmoahFinance

peckhamrye@rcaos.org.uk

+44 (0) 207 639 1947

Niango
NiangoIT Support

peckhamrye@rcaos.org.uk

+44 (0) 207 639 1947

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