St Andrew’s Catholic Church in Tenterden is a vibrant and welcoming parish within the Catholic Archdiocese of Southwark. The church offers a range of pastoral services and activities aimed at serving the local community and its surrounding rural areas. The parish priest, Fr Behruz Rafat, extends a warm invitation to both visitors and parishioners to join in the church’s celebrations or to find a moment of peace in this busy world.
The church conducts various sacraments including Baptism, First Holy Communion, Confirmation, Marriage, Reconciliation (Confession), and Funeral services. It also provides pastoral care for the sick or elderly. St Andrew’s supports a lively parish life with opportunities for parishioners to engage in roles such as altar servers, choir members, catechists, and more. The parish also runs a Parish Centre, which is available for booking, adding a communal space for events and gatherings.
St Andrew’s is actively involved in Christian unity activities and collaborates with other local churches for events such as Lent lunches and men’s breakfasts, fostering a sense of community and shared faith in the area.
