St Charles Borromeo Catholic Church
Kingston upon Hull
also serving the parishes of
Hedon & Withernsea
Divine Mercy Sunday celebrated this coming weekend.
〰️ Parish outing on 7th May to Thicket Priory - details on this page
Divine Mercy Sunday celebrated this coming weekend. 〰️ Parish outing on 7th May to Thicket Priory - details on this page
Welcome to the historic Saint Charles Borromeo Catholic Church
“Easter blessings to all. May the joy, hope and peace of the Risen Christ fill your hearts and homes.”
Explore parish life through our newsroom, blog, photo galleries, and links to news from the diocese and the Vatican. Discover prayer, community, and the heritage of our historic church. Since 1829 St Charles has welcomed Hull’s Catholics and visitors alike. Whether new, returning, or curious, you will always find a welcome here.
Fr Phil Cunnah
Parish priest
Join Our Parish Community at Mass this Week
in Hull and in Hedon and Withernsea
OUR NEXT SERVICES
For a copy of ALL mass times this week and the latest news, please download our Newsletter.
PLEASE ALWAYS CHECK OUR NEWSLETTER BEFORE TRAVELLING
Christ is Risen! Alleluia!
Wishing all our parishioners and visitors a blessed and joyful Easter
Wednesday 8th April - Withernsea 12 Noon
Thursday 9th April - Hedon 10am St Charles 12 Noon (Funeral of Phil Mawer).
Friday 10th April - St Charles 12 Noon
Saturday 11th April - (Divine Mercy Sunday) Withernsea 4pm (Open from 3pm for devotions); Hedon 6:30pm
Sunday 12th April - St Charles 10am; St Charles (Open from 3pm for devotions) - through to Mass at 6:10pm
Easter Services at Saint Charles in words and pictures
Ss Mary & Joseph at Hedon Anniversary Mass
Pray with the Pope - April 2026
Confessions
Confessions are normally available at St Charles on Fridays 11.15-11.45am and Sundays 5.30-6pm and on request at all our churches.
Website updated:
4:47pm Friday 10th April 2026.
Easter at Saint Charles Borromeo
Our News page has a feature on the Good Friday service at Saint Charles. Easter Celebrations on Saturday night at Saint Charles can also be viewed in a special photo gallery.
Saint Charles Borromeo
Parish Outing to Thicket Priory
Thursday 7th May 2026 - ALL WELCOME
Speaker: Fr John Farrell OP "Parables in Luke"
Fr John Farrell, former Prior Provincial and Master of Students, and is now based at Holy Cross, Leicester from where he exercises a wide-ranging preaching ministry.
Minibus leaves Saint Charles at 09:00am
Please bring packed lunch
Cost £10 - (£5 Deposit)
List at the back of the church or email:janandpatdoyle@yahoo.co.uk
Always Here for You
Baptisms
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)
Confession & Communion
1st Communion is celebrated on or near the Solemnity of Corpus Christi. Classes normally start in September after the 10am Mass on a Sunday.
Becoming a Catholic
RCIA is the process of discerning and eventually becoming a Catholic. The course runs once a year, normally commencing in the Autumn. More Information
Confirmation
Young adults wishing to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation are invited to speak to our priest, who will advise on preparation and next steps. Enquire.
Marriage
For those couples seeking to receive the Sacrament of Holy Matrimony speak to our priest (a minimum 6 months notice is required) Enquire.
House Blessings
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. Enquire
Annointing
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. Enquire
Funerals
Your funeral director will work closely with our priest to take care of the paperwork, easing the load for you. Contact Fr Phil
PARISH DONATION
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 Donate 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 or QR Code below:
