St Charles Borromeo
Catholic Church

Also serving the Parishes of Hedon & Withernsea

Kingston upon Hull

NEW! Daily Word from the Vatican - see our Vatican page under the World tab . Parishioners are welcome to attend an open meeting with Fr Phil at St Charles after morning Mass on Sunday 21st December - see our Blog page for details.

NEW! Daily Word from the Vatican - see our Vatican page under the World tab . Parishioners are welcome to attend an open meeting with Fr Phil at St Charles after morning Mass on Sunday 21st December - see our Blog page for details.

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Explore parish life through our blog and stay connected with daily news and services from the diocese and the Vatican. Enjoy our photo galleries, helpful links, and shared resources. Most of all, we hope this space feels like an open door — a welcoming online home for parishioners, visitors, and anyone curious about the Catholic faith. Here you can discover our community, share in our life of prayer, and learn about the rich heritage of our historic church. Whether you are new, returning, or simply exploring, you are very welcome here..

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The plain frontage on Jarratt Street doesn’t give much away, but step inside and you’ll understand why people are often pleasantly surprised. Our church has been serving Hull’s Catholic community since 1829, through good times and difficult ones.

We’re ordinary people who gather here to pray, celebrate the sacraments, and support each other through whatever life brings. It’s been that way for nearly two centuries, and it continues today.

Whether you’re cradle Catholic or just curious, whether you’re celebrating or struggling, you’ll find your place here. This is where Hull’s Catholic story began, and it’s still unfolding through every person who walks through our doors.

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Oh Holy Night

O Holy Night (Hymn 240)
Traditional melody by Adolphe Adam
Performed by Hymnology

This piece is offered as a reflection on the Christmas season.
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The English text of O Holy Night reflects on the stillness and wonder of Christ’s birth beneath a starlit sky, portraying a world weary from sin and longing for redemption, suddenly illuminated by hope. It invites the listener into a moment of profound reverence, calling hearts to humility, prayer, and adoration before the mystery of the Incarnation. Beyond its tenderness, the hymn carries a powerful moral and social vision: it proclaims Christ as the one who breaks oppression, restores human dignity, and calls all people into true brotherhood. Pride is challenged, injustice is exposed, and love is presented not as sentiment but as a transforming force that unites humanity. In this way, O Holy Night is not only a Christmas carol but a reflection on the radical meaning of Christ’s coming — a birth that changes how we see God, ourselves, and one another.

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A powerful Hymnology arrangement of O Come All Ye Faithful celebrating joyful worship, Christmas devotion, and united voices lifting praise in a modern inspirational style

LISTEN TO: O Come All Ye Faithful - Come, behold, and adore the mystery of God made flesh.
DECEMBER RELEASE MISSION POSSIBLE -1

Parish Weekly Information

Whilst our normal Mass and Confession time are shown below, we recommend consulting our weekly Newsletter which has the very latest parish information - including details of any changes to our normal schedule. Please always check the Newsletter before travelling.

Saturday Vigil 4.00pm (Withernsea)
Saturday Vigil 6.30pm (Hedon)

WEEKEND MASS TIMES

Sunday 10.00am (Saint Charles)

Sunday 6.10pm (Saint Charles)

Wednesday 12.00pm (Withernsea)
Thursday 10am (Hedon)

WEEKDAY MASS TIMES

Friday 12.00 pm (Saint Charles)

HOLY DAYS

12.00pm (Saint Charles)

Friday 11.15 - 11.45am (Saint Charles)

CONFESSION

Sunday 5.30pm - 6.00pm (Saint Charles)

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DECEMBER DIARY DATES
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If you are wanting to have your child baptised click here to find a form to fill and return it either via email or hand. (Click for form)

BAPTISM

MARRIAGE

For those couples seeking to receive the Sacrament of Holy Matrimony speak to our priest (a minimum 6 months notice is required)

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If you are a member of our parishes please feel free to ask our priest for a blessing of your home. Contact him directly to arrange this.

HOUSE BLESSINGS

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If you are going into hospital for an operation or are housebound and would like the sacrament of the sick please get in touch with our priest

ANOINTING

RCIA is the process of discerning and eventually becoming a Catholic. The course runs once a year, normally commencing in the Autumn.

RCIA

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FIRST CONFESSION &
HOLY COMMUNION

How does 1st Communion work at Saint Charles?  It is celebrated on or near the Solemnity of Corpus Christi.  Classes normally start in September.  They are after the 10am Mass on a Sunday. 

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FUNERALS

Your funeral director will work closely with our priest to take care of the paperwork, easing the load for you.

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SOCIAL

We have ongoing program of social events that are part of parish life in order to foster good community and friendship. Feel free to be part of these events.

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CONFIRMATION

Young adults wanting to receive confirmation should speak to our priest


DONATE

If you wish to donate to the parish, make your weekly offering online or set up a standing order for regular giving, the bank details for doing so are below:

Sort code:: 20-56-90

Account name::
DIOCESE OF MIDDLESBROUGH ST CHARLES PARISH HULL

Account number:: 10001139

We appreciate your generosity in this regard. Be assured of our constant prayers for benefactors.

For ease of use you can scan the QR Code with your mobile phone to take you to our Dona page which allows you to make a donation with a credit or debit card. Alternatively, if you are already on your mobile phone simply click the button below:

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