Volunteers Please

Webmaster • May 12, 2024

The Church Grounds at the Blessed Sacrament Church


Each year the parish has been paying near £1000 for a local company to maintain the grass and trees at the Blessed Sacrament Church. Given the need to raise funds for the renovation of the church Fr John Patrick is asking for volunteers to step in and take on the task as he is trying to save money. Will you be willing to help? Please contact him as soon as possible.


Teas and Coffees


This year we began making available Teas and Coffee every two weeks after the Sunday morning mass. It has proven to be a great time for us to get to know each other in a social gathering. The teams who organise them would appreciate a few more helpers to assist. Please speak to them if you are willing.


Parish Film Club


This continues to be greatly enjoyed by those among us who come regularly. The team that organise this afternoon out are also looking for a helper or two this month as members of the team are taking a holiday. The task is not onerous by any means. If you are a film buff and willing to help, please see Anna Bruty, Sue, or David Doherty.


Collection Counters


We have two volunteers who regularly assist in the counting of the collection. We need a few more volunteers to help in this task to ensure the ongoing integrity of accountability in matters financial. It is hoped that we can build up a sufficient team to start a counters rota. Please see Kevin Boyt, Trevor Jones, or Fr John Patrick if you would like to volunteer.

Filipino Night

By Webmaster • September 7, 2026
There will be a Filipino Night on Saturday, 26th September between 6 – 9pm in the parish hall. Tickets £8 Adults, £5 children under 13. price includes Food, Drinks, plus 3 free bingo cards. Raffle £1 a strip. All proceeds go to the church. See Myrna for further info.

Shroud of Turin Exhibition

By Webmaster • September 6, 2026
There is an Exhibition on the Shroud of Turin which starts on September 17th 2026 at St Mary’s Church, Newport, NP20 1TP.  This Exhibition has FREE admission, and all are welcome

Follow the Archdiocese on WhatsApp

By Webmaster • September 5, 2026
Get Archbishop Mark's messages, plus Archdiocesan news, parish news, events, prayers and Vatican updates,  sent straight to your phone - free, and you can leave anytime

Oppose Assisted Suicide

By Webmaster • September 5, 2026
Please Write to Your MP Archbishop Mark has spoken out on the return of the Assisted Suicide Bill to Parliament: "It is immensely disappointing that the Bill to legalise assisted suicide is being re-introduced to Parliament. It does nothing to uphold the dignity of every person, or encourage investment in good palliative care, which is the best way to accompany those facing challenging situations at end of life." The Bill will have its Second Reading and vote on Friday 11th September. Please take a few minutes this week to write to your MP and make your opposition heard - even if you've written before, please write again. Click here to email your MP: rcadc.org/oppose-assisted-suicide-please-write-to-your-mp

First Holy Communion

By Webmaster • September 5, 2026
First Holy Communion classes will begin in September. If your child is aged 7 years or over forms are available in the porch. Completed forms should be given to Mary Roberts.

Retrouvaille programme

By Stephen Nessman • September 5, 2026
MARRIAGE IN A RUT? Or need help with deeper issues? Retrouvaille has helped thousands of couples find hope and healing in their marriage. Next dates: 2nd - 4th Oct. www.retrouvaille.org.uk/info Tel: 0788 7296983

Our Lady's lamp

By Stephen Nessman • September 5, 2026
Our Lady’s Lamp - Intentions week commencing 6th September 2026 Blessed Sacrament Marie McCabe RIP (SN) 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

Scripture Study Group

By Webmaster • August 30, 2026
Meet Tuesday at 5pm in the Parish Office.

WORLD YOUTH DAY 2027 – SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA

By Webmaster • August 30, 2026
Young adults aged 18–30 are invited to join the Emmaus Encounter pilgrimage to World Youth Day, taking place from 28th July to 9th August in Seoul, South Korea. The package includes airport transfers, bed & breakfast accommodation, 4 nights in the Diocese of Incheon and 7 nights in Seoul with access to all main WYD events, plus daily Mass and formation. Archbishop Mark will be accompanying the group throughout. The cost is £1,500 plus flight fare, with spaces limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. To join or find out more, scan the QR code on the parish noticeboard, email wyd@cardiffmenevia.org , or call 02920 379490.

Tea and coffee morning

By Webmaster • August 30, 2026
1 st and 3rd Sunday (Gorseinon) after mass