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Welcome to Parish of Holy Family

A home for the parish, for those who pass through, and for the curious.

This Sunday

Mass Times

Saturday
6pm
Sacred Heart
Saturday Vigil Mass
50 minOrdinary FormChoirLivestreamed
SaturdayVigil
6:30pm
Sacred Heart
Saturday Vigil
60 minOrdinary Form
Sunday
1pm
St Joseph's
Polish Community Mass
60 minOrdinary FormOrgan
Sunday
6pm
Sacred Heart
Evening Mass
50 minOrdinary Form
All service times
About

About us

Welcome to the Parish of Holy Family The Parish of Holy Family in Leicester is a vibrant Catholic community serving the people of Leicester and the surrounding area. Our parish is part of the Diocese of Nottingham and comprises multiple churches and Mass centres. We are a welcoming, diverse community united in faith, and we invite you to join us in worship, fellowship, and service. Our Mission To know Christ, to love Christ, and to make Christ known — through worship, education, and service to all.

What's on

What's going on

All events
Patronal Feast of St Joseph
Tuesday 30 June, 10am · St Joseph's

Patronal Feast of St Joseph

Celebration of Holy Mass in honour of our patron saint, St Joseph

Summer Concert Fundraiser
Saturday · Sacred Heart

Summer Concert Fundraiser

An evening of sacred and classical music performed by our parish choir and local musicians. All proceeds benefit parish youth ministry and outreach programmes.

Feast of the Sacred Heart
Thursday 6 August, 10am · Sacred Heart

Feast of the Sacred Heart

Celebration of Mass followed by food and entertainment for the feast of the Sacred Heart.

News

Latest news

All news
Easter Triduum Schedule
NEWS · 20 Mar 2026

Easter Triduum Schedule

Full schedule of services for Holy Thursday, Good Friday, and the Easter Vigil across all three churches.

Our Easter Celebrations
NEWS · 17 Mar 2026

Our Easter Celebrations

Our Easter Mass times are available here.

The Olive Branch Cafe Spring Menu
NEWS · 15 Mar 2026

The Olive Branch Cafe Spring Menu

Our parish cafe has launched a new spring menu with fresh, locally sourced ingredients.

Locations

Our locations

Sacred Heart & St Margaret Mary's

Sacred Heart Church Presbytery, 25 Mere Road, Leicester. LE5 3HS, Leicester
0116 2511437

Our Lady of Good Counsel

Our Lady of Good Counsel, 15 Peebles Way, Leicester. LE4 7ZB, Leicester
0116 2511437

St Joseph's

St Joseph's Church, 12 Goodwood Road, Leicester. LE5 6SG, Leicester
0116 2511437
Walk With Us

Find your way in.

New to church?

Come as you are

Whether you are exploring faith for the first time or coming back after a while, you are welcome here. There is no pressure and no prior knowledge needed. We would love to meet you.

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Sacraments

The foundations of our faith.

The foundations of our faith Discover the seven holy sacraments of the Catholic Church and find guidance on how to prepare for and receive each one at Holy Family Parish. The Seven Sacraments Baptism The gateway to life in the Spirit and the first sacrament of Christian initiation. First Holy Communion Preparation for children to receive the Body and Blood of Christ for the first time. Confirmation The sacrament that strengthens and deepens baptismal grace. Marriage The sacrament celebrating the covenant of love between husband and wife. Anointing of the Sick Spiritual healing and comfort for those who are seriously ill. Reconciliation The sacrament of God's mercy and forgiveness, available weekly at our churches. Holy Orders The sacrament through which men are ordained as deacons, priests, or bishops.