Pope's Prayers

John Thomas • February 4, 2023

What does Pope Francis expect from parishes? - Generous, open communities near to all


· The new Pope Video calls parishes to truly be communities: places of listening and welcome whose doors are always open.


· Pope Francis’ message places the accent on parishes functioning as “schools of service and generosity” where people can “find the gift of the sacraments.”


· At the same time, the Holy Father asks us to be “daring,” to be able to rethink “the style of our parochial communities.”


(Vatican City, January 30, 2023) – The second Pope Video of the year has just been published with the prayer intention that the Holy Father is entrusting to the entire Catholic Church through the Pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network. This   February, Pope Francis, with a smile, invites every parish to put a sign on their door saying, “Free Admission.” With these words he wants to remind all of us that there are no special requirements for entering, because “parishes are not a club for the few, which give a certain kind of social belonging.”


The Pope's second video on the above can be found at www.popesprayer.va

 

Blessing of the Graves

By Webmaster • November 1, 2026
St. Bride’s Church: After 9.30am Mass on 2nd Nov 26 at Rhydgoch Cemetery.  Blessed Sacrament Church: After 10.30am Mass on Sunday 8th Nov 26 at Kingsbridge Cemetery.

Parish Clean up

By Webmaster • November 1, 2026
On Tuesday 3rd November after 9.30am mass some parishioners are meeting to undertake a clean up of the parish hall kitchen.  If anyone else is free more people would be quite welcome. There will be coffee and cake afterwards.

NOVEMBER DEAD LIST – MONTH OF THE HOLY SOULS

By Webmaster • November 1, 2026
November is traditionally the month of the Holy Souls, when we remember and pray for our deceased loved ones. Envelopes are available at the entrance of the church. Please write the names of those you wish to be remembered at Mass and return the envelope to the church.

Date for your Diary

By Webmaster • November 1, 2026
Saturday 12th December 26 . A fundraising cabaret. Further details nearer to the time.

African Night Celebration

By Webmaster • November 1, 2026
What are you doing on Saturday 21st November 26 , between 5pm and 9pm? Well what about coming along to our African Night Celebration? There will be African dishes and treats, Cultural dresses and presentations as well as bingo and a raffle. Tickets are available to purchase from the following people:  • Dr Vivian Osuchukwu • Dr Maria Adeboboye The tickets are £8 for adults and £5 for children under 15. Proceeds go to the church. We are also looking for donations for the raffle.

Parish Film Club

By Webmaster • November 1, 2026
In November we propose to show blockbuster musicals every Thursday beginning with the opposite of " Your Unfair Gentleman ". This will be on 5th November . Doors open 1.30pm. All welcome.

Our Lady's lamp

By Stephen Nessman • November 1, 2026
Our Lady’s Lamp - Intentions week commencing 1st November 2026 Blessed Sacrament Holy Souls St Bride’s No Intention If you wish Our Lady’s Lamp to be lit for a loved one or an intention, please let us know. A donation of £5 is suggested and the candle will be lit all week in the church

Sick & Retired Clergy Fund: 31st Oct/1st Nov.

By Webmaster • October 26, 2026
Next weekend there will be a second collection for the Diocese’s Sick & Retired Clergy Fund. The fund makes a vital contribution to providing our priests with a secure and dignified retirement. Making a donation is one way in which we can simply say ‘thank you’ for the service these priests have given to Christ, the Church and our parish communities. Please support them to the best of your abilities .

Diocesan Newsletter October 2026

By Webmaster • October 17, 2026
Archdiocesan Newsletter is now available for October at: https://mailchi.mp/rcadc/july-2026-newsletter-archdioceseof-cardiff-menevia-12939030 -

WORLD MISSION SUNDAY

By Webmaster • October 17, 2026
Today is World Mission Sunday Today, parishes worldwide celebrate World Mission Sunday. By supporting Missio – the Pope’s charity for world mission – we stand united as God’s global family, in prayer, solidarity and action. The Holy Father has chosen the theme ‘One in Christ, united in mission’ to celebrate 100 years of World Mission Sunday and encourages us to unite with missionaries as they strive to reach out with God’s love to communities in need. Please pray for the work of mission and give what you can to this vital collection.  To donate, use the Missio envelope, call 020 7821 9755 (office hours) or visit missio.org.uk to give a gift, set up a Direct Debit and Gift Aid your donation if possible. Today’s Second Collection will be for Missio.