March for Life UK is a major event taking place on Saturday, September 6th in London. Thousands of people will join together, united in a show of unity for the value of life from conception and standing up for all those who have been impacted by abortion. If you are interested in taking part, two coaches will be travelling up to London on the day. For further information on the coach leaving from St Dyfrig’s, Treforest contact Howard at Howard.bayliss@templebaptist.org.uk ; for information about the coach leaving St Alban’s, Cardiff and picking up from Newport, contact Clare on 07983 522 851
The Pilgrimage of Hope is a national walking pilgrimage for England and Wales with four main Ways converging at the Cathedral of St. Barnabas, Nottingham, on Saturday, September 13th, the eve of the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross. It is an initiative of the Hearts in Search of God project. The Ways start at the Catholic cathedrals in Cardiff, Leeds, Norwich and London and will bless our nations with a Sign of the Cross. The routes use established hiking routes and are off road as much as possible. A small group of 'perpetual pilgrims' will walk the full distance of each Way, with up to 20 day pilgrims joining for day stages. It is now possible for pilgrims to register for day stages. For details see this link https://www.pilgrimways.org.uk/become-a-pilgrim-for-a-day
The Archdiocesan Catholic Charismatic Team invites all parishioners in the Archdiocese to a Saturday with praise and worship, Mass and small group sharing at Jubilee shrines across the Archdiocese. The date and venue of the final Saturday is Saturday July 5th – St. Non’s Retreat, near St David’s – SA62 6BN
All are welcome, indeed encouraged, to join this year's Ecumenical and Interreligious Pilgrimage, hosted jointly by the Catholic Archdiocese of Cardiff-Menevia and the Anglican Church in Wales Diocese of Llandaff. The pilgrimage begins at 1:30pm on Thursday, July 3rd at St. Padarn's Institute, formerly St. Michael’s College, Cardiff Road, Llandaff with reflections from Archbishop Mark and Bishop Mary Stallard (Bishop of Llandaff), followed by a walk to St’ Teilo's Well and Llandaff Cathedral before crossing the River Taff to Bute Park and on to St. David's Cathedral for a liturgy of prayer and reaffirmation of Baptism, with refreshments to follow, concluding around 5pm. This is a wonderful opportunity for different faith traditions to journey together, bearing witness to God's love. To book your place, follow this link: https://tinyurl.com/3k3exdvb
The Archdiocese is establishing a Volunteer Support Team to provide practical and emotional assistance to parishes during times of crisis or difficulty. We are seeking empathetic individuals with strong listening skills who can help create a compassionate and supportive environment for priests and parish communities in need. Interested in finding out more? Call the safeguarding team on 029 2037 9480 or email safeguarding@rcadc.org
This Annual Mass gives us an opportunity to give thanks for the contribution our retired clergy have made to the life of the Archdiocese. The Mass, celebrated by Canon Benedict Koledoye, will take place on Tuesday, June 17th at 11am at St Joseph’s co-cathedral in Swansea. All are welcome to attend and pray for this intention.
The Archdiocesan Catholic Charismatic Team invite all those who wish to join in prayer and praise in celebration of Pentecost to a Vigil Mass of Pentecost at St. Dyfrig’s Church, Treforest at 8pm next Saturday, June 7th . The full Vigil Mass of Pentecost with all six readings will be celebrated. Free praise using charismatic gifts will be welcome during the Mass. You don't have to be a 'charismatic' to come but don't be surprised if others who do praise God spontaneously, even in tongues!, during the celebration.
A Jubilee Family Funday has been arranged for the Archdiocese on Saturday, May 31st at Belmont Abbey. All are welcome to attend. The funday is an opportunity to come together and take a pilgrimage as an Archdiocesan Family and share an afternoon of fun with fellow Pilgrims of Hope. Please bring a picnic and the family, or come on your own, to an afternoon of fun, free flow activities including games, information and reflection ... and a Pilgrims’ Treasure Hunt. Arrivals from 11am, Mass of the Visitation to be celebrated by the Archbishop at 11.30am with an opportunity for the Sacrament of Reconciliation. The day will end at 4pm and people can leave then or remain for the Sunday Vigil Mass at 4pm.
On July 25th to 28th , a festival of Catholic Life celebrating the Jubilee Year of Hope, with parishes and families in mind will be taking place. Four days of music, keynotes, conversation and worship, in the beautiful surroundings of St. Mary’s College, Oscott, Sutton Coldfield. Featuring Dr. Gianna Emanuela Molla (daughter of St. Gianna Molla), Fr. Paul Murray, Mgr. Michael Nazir-Ali, AnMari, Fr. Toby Lees and many more. Pilgrim-attendees can choose to come for the whole weekend (camping, staying locally or coming from home) at an adult Early Bird rate of £70, or for a day for £40. Early Bird Tickets available now at https://www.webelievefestival.com/
Parishioners from St. Teilo’s are continuing to collaborate with the team who operate the Night Shelter at St. Mary of the Angels, Canton. In addition to the overnight accommodation, they offer the team now do a food run for the homeless once a month. Unlike the food we collect for families in the area, the needs of the food run are for the kinds of food that are appealing to young, often male, people on the street. Those who benefit from this provision are especially seeking fizzy drinks, chocolate bars, small individual cakes and crisps. If you are able to donate such items for the homeless, please leave them in the box at the back of the Church.
