We gather at 8.30pm on Saturday night for the Easter Vigil at St. Teilo’s. According to a most ancient tradition, this night is "one of vigil for the Lord," and the Vigil celebrated during it. Commemorating that Holy Night when the Lord rose from the dead, is regarded as the "mother of all Masses." For on this night, the Church keeps vigil, waiting for the Resurrection of the Lord, and celebrates the Sacraments of Christian Initiation. This year we welcome three people into the Church at the Easter Vigil – Shaad, Jane and Ryan. We also celebrate the Sacrament of Confirmation and First Communion for two adults, Keiron and Emanuel, who, though baptised as Catholics are now admitted to these Sacraments as they commit themselves to active engagement in the Church Please make every effort to attend the Vigil, the highpoint of the Christian Year and the central mystery of our faith.
Day of Fasting and Abstinence Good Friday is a day of penance observed by the whole Church. It is a day of fasting and abstinence when everyone over the age of 16 and under the age of 65 are expected to abstain from meat and reduce their consumption of food. Good Friday – Walk of Witness This year, Churches Together in Whitchurch will be undertaking a Good Friday Walk of Witness following the Way of the Cross. There will be a short reading, hymn and reflection at each of the churches. 9:30am – The walk will begin at St. Teilo’s Church. Why not join Canon John and the clergy and members of Churches Together in Whitchurch at the start of the walk? 9:50am – Ebeneser at Whitchurch Community Centre 10:20am – Whitchurch Methodist Church 10:50am – St. Mary’s Church 11:20am – Bethel Baptist Church 11:50am – Ararat Baptist Church; following the reflection, hot cross buns and drinks will be served.
The Chrism Mass, at which the Oils for the Church's Sacraments throughout the year are blessed, and at which the priests of the Archdiocese renew their promises, is celebrated at the Cathedral of St. David in Charles Street in Cardiff on Tuesday at 11.00am. The Chrism Mass is the central occasion of the Archdiocesan Year and is a great celebration of the life of the Archdiocese. Once people have been to the Chrism Mass, it tends to become a pivotal part of their practice of the faith. So, if you have not been before, why not go along and try it for yourself? The Chrism Mass will be the Parish Mass on Tuesday. There will be no Mass at St. Teilo’s. If you are unable to get to the Cathedral, you can access the live-stream of the Mass here: https://g0.ipcamlive.com/player/player.php?alias=5ed0e7c219233
Mass of the Lord’s Supper With the celebration of Mass on the evening of Holy Thursday, the Church begins the Easter Triduum. This Mass recalls the Last Supper at which the Lord Jesus, on the night He was betrayed, showing His love for those who were His own in the world, gave His Body and Blood under the species of bread and wine, offering them to His Father. He gave them to the Apostles so that they might partake of them. He commanded them and their successors in the priesthood to perpetuate this offering. Mass is celebrated at 7pm at St. Teilo’s. Collection at Mass The Collection for Lenten Arms will be taken during Mass on Maundy Thursday evening. The Lenten Alms this year will go towards HCPT and Aid to the Church in Need. You can donate to Lenten Alms using a debit or credit card at the electronic donor station or online here - https://donate.mydona.com/st-teilo-our-lady-of-lourdes (Donations to Lenten Alms will be available until Good Friday morning) Watching at the Altar of Repose After the Mass of the Lord’s Supper, watching at the Altar of Repose takes place until 10pm. You are welcome to come along to spend time before the Lord on this night when Jesus said to the disciples: ‘Could you not watch one hour with Me?’ So, what about you?
Please note that the Collection Envelopes for 2026-27 are now available at the back of both Churches. Anyone who wishes to join the Gift Aid scheme, please pick up an application form. The Parish Tresurer, Peter Curran, will speak at all Masses this weekend and members of the Parish Finance Committee will be at the back of the church to answer any queries.
Each Tuesday evening, the parish has an hour of silent Adoration at St. Teilo’s from 7pm to 8pm. The primary intention for the period of Adoration is vocations to the priesthood and religious life. Feel free to come for all or part of the hour to pray for the Church in its need for faithful ministers to continue the Mission of Jesus.
'Emmaus Encounter', the Archdiocesan ministry to young adults aged 18-30 is offering a residential retreat at Belmont Abbey taking place from March 27th to 29th . The retreat costs £150 per person, plus a £25 single supplement. The retreat is full board, with a full timetable of activities, including a trip into Hereford on the Saturday to learn about the local martyr St. John Kemble. To register to attend or to ask any questions, email Fr. Matt Roche-Saunders on youth@cardiffmenevia.org
“Eyes down for a full house!” Bingo with a chip shop supper, will be held in St. Teilo’s Parish Hall on Friday, April 10th . Doors will open at 6.30 pm for a 7pm start. There will be cash prizes for a full house and for a winning line, as well as raffle prizes. Chip shop supper, for those who want to eat, will be served at around 8pm. Prices and choices will be available on the night. Bingo will cost £7. Soft refreshments will be available, but you can bring your own drinks. Any money raised will be for Parish Funds
The final Parish Lenten Session takes place on Wednesday at 7pm in St. Teilo’s Hall. The sessions’ theme this year, based on the recent Pastoral Letter by Archbishop Mark, is the Foundation and Four Pillars of the Archdiocesan Vision. This Wednesday we will look at outreach.
On Tuesday, March 24th at 12.45pm , there will be a special Mass and Talk to honour the Feast of St. Oscar Romero. The Archdiocesan Charitas, Justice and Peace and CAFOD have collaborated in arranging this celebration. After Mass, Clare Dixon, Co-Chair of the Romero Trust, who will give a short talk: “Romero: A Reason to Hope.” There will be an opportunity for a Question and Answer Session in the Mostyn Room, next to the Cathedral, after the Mass. (N.B. the Mostyn Room has limited capacity). If you are interested in attending the talk please contact twarwick@cafod.org.uk , so that they can manage the capacity of the Mostyn Room.