Diocese of Menevia News
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Archbishop Mark O'Toole
Bishop of Menevia
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March for Life UK takes place on Saturday 6th September in London. . 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.
Fr Clement Oloruntoba OP from Gorseinon/ Pontarddulais to be in residence at Mumbles and to retain chaplaincy at Swansea Prison and Singleton Hospital; Fr Carlito Reyes from Sketty to Gorseinon/ Pontarddulais; Fr John Browne to take on pastoral care of Sketty (in addition to Dunvant);
The Archdiocese has launched a new monthly email newsletter, bringing together the latest news, events, and features from across the Diocese and beyond. This month’s edition includes: (1) An update from the first Diocesan Pastoral Council meeting (2) Guidance and support on tackling modern slavery and human trafficking (3) Reflections on the Youth Pilgrimage to Rome and Assisi (4) … and much more! To subscribe, visit ( https://rcadc.org/new-diocesannewsletter-launches-on-friday-sign-up-today/ )
Mgr Joseph Cefai to resign from Ecclesiastical Ministry. Archbishop Mark thanks Mgr Joe for his many years of priestly ministry and dedicated service at parish and diocesan level and wishes him a long and happy retirement; • Canon Barry English from Merthyr to Port Talbot & Cwmavon; • Fr Elliot Hanson as Assistant Priest at Port Talbot & Cwmavon and as chaplain to St Joseph's Comprehensive School; • Fr Clement Oloruntoba OP from Gorseinon/ Pontarddulais to be in residence at Mumbles and to retain chaplaincy at Swansea Prison and Singleton Hospital; • Fr Carlito Reyes from Sketty to Gorseinon/ Pontarddulais; • Fr John Browne to take on pastoral care of Sketty (in addition to Dunvant); • St David's Priory to assume responsibility for university chaplaincy in Swansea
Below is a Statement from the Catholic Bishops' Conference
- All parishioners are invited to an online webinar being run by Stella Maris on Thursday 19th June from 7:30pm to 9pm. You will hear about the work that Stella Maris has been doing with seafarers and fishers over the past year or so, including the use of the funds kindly donated on Sea Sunday last year. To attend this webinar, please sign up at: www.stellamaris.org.uk/thankyouwebinar
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
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 17th June , 11am at St Joseph’s Cathedral in Swansea. All welcome
The diocesan Catholic Charismatic Team invites you to a Saturday with praise and worship, Mass and small group sharing at Jubilee shrines across the Archdiocese. Each day runs 10 am - 3pm, please bring packed lunch. 14 June - Sacred Heart Centre, Swansea SA6 6HX 28 June - Belmont Abbey, Hereford HR2 9RZ 5 July - St Non’s Retreat, near Haverfordwest SA62 6BN
Saturday May 31st at Belmont Abbey. Commencing at 11am with Mass led by Archbishop Mark at 11.30am. There will be a Vigil Mass at 4pm. For more information see the poster on the notice board.
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