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Archdiocese of Cardiff-Menevia @cardiffmenevia.bsky.social · 15h

St Richard Gwyn, Welsh schoolteacher and poet, was executed at Wrexham in 1584 for refusing to renounce his Catholic faith. Canonised 1970 as one of the Forty Martyrs of England and Wales.

Archdiocese of Cardiff-Menevia @cardiffmenevia.bsky.social · 1d

Let nothing disturb you,
Let nothing frighten you,
All things are passing away:
God never changes.
Patience obtains all things
Whoever has God lacks nothing;
God alone suffices.

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Archdiocese of Cardiff-Menevia @cardiffmenevia.bsky.social · 10d

October is the Month of the Rosary. This ancient prayer invites us to meditate on the mysteries of Christ's life through the heart of His Mother. Pope St John Paul II called it "marvellous in its simplicity and its depth." Find prayers, audio resources and reflections at in the link.

October - Month of the Rosary

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Archdiocese of Cardiff-Menevia @cardiffmenevia.bsky.social · 13d

Bishop McAleenan reminds us: "It is our obligation to try and understand why migrants appear amongst us; our duty is to care for those who seek refuge in our country."
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World Day of Migrants and Refugees 2025: Migrants, Missionaries of Hope

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Archdiocese of Cardiff-Menevia @cardiffmenevia.bsky.social · 14d

Statement from Archbishop Mark on the Manchester Synagogue attack.

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Archdiocese of Cardiff-Menevia @cardiffmenevia.bsky.social · 19d

It's not every day you see a saint in Nike trainers! 👟 St David's Metropolitan Cathedral Cardiff has new statues of Saints Carlo Acutis & John Henry Newman. St Carlo appears in trainers, jeans & rucksack, whilst St John Henry holds 'The Idea of a University' 📚 #carloacutis

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Archdiocese of Cardiff-Menevia @cardiffmenevia.bsky.social · Aug 14

🎓 Outstanding A-Level results for Archbishop McGrath Catholic High School!
97% achieved 3+ A-Levels | 75% secured A*-C grades | 93% got 1st/2nd choice uni
💬 Headteacher Ashley Howells said: "Huge credit must go to our students for their dedication and hard work."

Archdiocese of Cardiff-Menevia @cardiffmenevia.bsky.social · Jul 10

📧 New monthly newsletter launching this Friday! Get updates from across the Archdiocese including: ✉️ Foreword by Archbishop Mark 📰 Parish & school stories
📅 Dates for your diary 🔗 Catholic news links
Sign up: rcadc.org#anchor - just add your name & email. Simple!

Archdiocese of Cardiff-Menevia @cardiffmenevia.bsky.social · Jun 10

🌿 Join us for the Ecumenical and Interreligious Pilgrimage!

📅 Thurs July 3rd, 1.30pm
📍 Starts at St Padarn’s Institute, Cardiff
🚶‍♂️ Walk through Bute Park, end at St David’s Cathedral
🙏 Prayer & baptism reaffirmation
☕ Refreshments
Register 👇
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Join us for this year’s Ecumenical and Interreligious Pilgrimage!

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Archdiocese of Cardiff-Menevia @cardiffmenevia.bsky.social · May 30

Wishing Fr Laurence all the best as he heads to Rome for 3 years to study Canon Law! Yesterday he celebrated his final Mass at Archbishop’s House & shared a lovely reflection on how heaven is being with Christ. He’ll be missed — buona fortuna, Fr Laurence! 🇮🇹✨

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Archdiocese of Cardiff-Menevia @cardiffmenevia.bsky.social · May 17

Do you know any young people who might want to go on our summer pilgrimage to Rome (includes a trip to Assisi)? We still have a few places.

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Archdiocese of Cardiff-Menevia @cardiffmenevia.bsky.social · May 14

Archbishop Mark led Sung Vespers at St David’s Cathedral, in memory of Pope Francis. Ecumenical & interfaith guests, civic leaders, and religious from across the Archdiocese joined in a moving tribute of unity. Read his homily & see photos on our site.
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Ecumenical, Interfaith and Civic Leaders Attend Vespers at the Cathedral

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Archdiocese of Cardiff-Menevia @cardiffmenevia.bsky.social · May 14

Since 2024 our Safeguarding Team have been holding a "Safeguarding Café" every month. This month the team will be holding their Café at Our Lady of Peace Church Hall in Llanelli on May 22nd from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm.
Why not pop in for a coffee and a chat? rcadc.org/safeguarding...

Safeguarding Café Opens its Doors in Llanelli

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Archdiocese of Cardiff-Menevia @cardiffmenevia.bsky.social · May 8

Quarterly Mental Health Awareness Day at Archbishop’s House 🧠🌿
This time: garden reflections, meditation, planting sunflower seeds 🌻 — and a delicious lasagne to finish!
Thanks to Sarah-Jane, Kirsty & Cally 💚 #MentalHealthAwareness #WellbeingAtWork

Archdiocese of Cardiff-Menevia @cardiffmenevia.bsky.social · May 7

The Conclave has begun in Rome. Here’s our guide to it:

Understanding the Papal Conclave

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Archdiocese of Cardiff-Menevia @cardiffmenevia.bsky.social · May 2

Archbishop Mark being interviewed last week, by the BBC’s Nia Llewellyn, for the TV programme ‘All Things Considered’.

Archdiocese of Cardiff-Menevia @cardiffmenevia.bsky.social · May 2

The Vatican gets ready for the Conclave.

Sistine Chapel chimney installed ahead of conclave - Vatican News

The Vatican begins preparing the Sistine Chapel for the conclave, which will begin on May 7.

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Archdiocese of Cardiff-Menevia @cardiffmenevia.bsky.social · May 2

Who’d have thought that, when they signed up to go to the canonisation of Blessed Carlo Acutis, our young people would end up attending the funeral of Pope Francis in Rome? What an incredible experience for these young [email protected]

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Archdiocese of Cardiff-Menevia @cardiffmenevia.bsky.social · Apr 28

Please sign our Digital Book of Condolences for Pope Francis rcadc.org/sign-our-dig...

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Archdiocese of Cardiff-Menevia @cardiffmenevia.bsky.social · Apr 15

Last Wednesday Archbishop Mark had the pleasure of opening St Helen’s Community Hub in Barry on the same night that the Deanery Stations Mass was celebrated in St Helen's Church. Archbishop Mark blessed the new space, joined by clergy, parishioners, school staff, and local representatives

St Helen’s Community Hub Opens Its Doors in Barry

The St Helen’s Community Hub, which forms part of St Helen’s Church in Barry, was blessed and opened by Archbishop Mark, with clergy, school staff, parishioners, and local representatives all in atten...

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Archdiocese of Cardiff-Menevia @cardiffmenevia.bsky.social · Apr 14

The Chrism Mass, during which the holy oils used in the Church’s sacraments throughout the year are blessed, and the priests of the Archdiocese renew their priestly promises, will be celebrated at the Co-Cathedral of St Joseph, Greenhill, Swansea tomorrow, Tuesday at 11.30am.

Archdiocese of Cardiff-Menevia @cardiffmenevia.bsky.social · Apr 8

🇮🇹 Youth Pilgrimage to Rome – July 2025 🇮🇹
This summer, young adults from across our Archdiocese (aged 18–35) are invited to join a very special Youth Pilgrimage to Rome. Do you want to go? @catholiccwmbran @CAFODSouthWales #pilgrimage

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Archdiocese of Cardiff-Menevia @cardiffmenevia.bsky.social · Mar 30

Our 4th Lenten theme comes from Father Matt Roche-Saunders, Director of Vocations and Youth Mission for the Archdiocese of Cardiff-Menevia, who offers his reflection on Rest. youtu.be/Ja9N7GNRgo8

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Archdiocese of Cardiff-Menevia @cardiffmenevia.bsky.social · Mar 22

Our 3rd Lenten theme comes from Canon Jason Jones, parish priest of the Church of the Sacred Heart and Diocesan Shrine of Mercy in Morriston, as he offers his reflection on Forgiveness. #pilgrimsofhope #lent youtu.be/q8mEHT5kfz0

Lenten Reflections on the Jubilee Theme of Forgiveness from Canon Jason Jones

YouTube video by Archdiocese of Cardiff

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Archdiocese of Cardiff-Menevia @cardiffmenevia.bsky.social · Mar 16

Last weekend, Archbishop Mark celebrated the Rite of Election in Cardiff and Swansea, welcoming those preparing for baptism and full communion. In Cardiff alone, 75 catechumens and candidates took part—double the number from last year! Menevia also saw an increase, with 25 people taking part.

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