Ever felt the gentle pull of peace in a bustling city? That’s the essence of St Gertrude’s Catholic Church. This lovely little church offers solace and community. It stands as a testament to faith.
St Gertrude’s Church is located in Southwark. You will find it at 1 Debnams Rd Rotherhithe New Rd. The postcode is London SE16 2BB.
The church has a fantastic congregation and service. Many feel at peace here. The church’s priest Father Francis delivers engaging sermons. His words offer food for thought.
One reviewer shared a heartfelt story. The church offered blessings for sin in the 1990s. They also held their nanny’s funeral there. These personal connections highlight the church’s role. It is more than just a building. It is a place of comfort and support.
St Gertrude’s Catholic Church has wheelchair accessibility. There is a wheelchair-accessible car park. The entrance is also wheelchair-accessible.
Mass times are held on different days. On Mondays Mass is at 9.30am. On Thursdays Mass is at 6.30pm. Sunday Mass is at 10.30am. Eucharistic Adoration takes place half an hour before Mass. Confession is available by appointment with the Priest. You can contact Father John McGrory. The telephone number is 0203 417 3515. The email address is bermondseysouth@rcaos.org.uk.
St. Gertrude the Great was born in Germany in 1256. She became a Benedictine Nun. Gertrude had a deep relationship with the Lord. She was hailed as a mystic and a great theologian. At four years old Gertrude was enrolled in a monastery school. The Cistercian movement wanted a stricter Benedictine life.
St. Mechtilde cared for young Gertrude. They had a strong bond. Gertrude entered the Benedictine Order. She devoted herself to her studies. She was fluent in Latin. Gertrude knew scripture and the Church Fathers well.
In 1281 Gertrude had visions. These visions changed her life. She focused on Scripture and theology. Gertrude wrote for the spiritual benefit of others.
Gertrude once had a vision on the feast of St John. She rested her head near Jesus’ wound. She could hear His heart beating. She asked St John if he felt it too at the Last Supper. He said he was saving the revelation. He would tell when the world needed it. She embraced charity for rich and poor. She felt solidarity with those in purgatory.
Gertrude assisted at deathbeds. She mourned Abbess Gertrude and St Mechtilde. Her own health declined. She died on November 17th 1301. One of her works is The Herald of Divine Love. This includes Gertrude’s visions. It also shows veneration of Christ’s heart.
Pope Benedict XIV gave her the title “the Great”. Her feast day is November 16th.
So as we stand here before St Gertrude’s Catholic Church let us reflect. Let us think about the peace comfort and community it offers.