DIOCESAN NEWS ARTICLES
Within our news section, you will find key articles taken from the Diocesan website, and highlighted for extra attention. We would very much recommend that you visit the diocesan site to further explore news and activities available.
Our Archbishop: Mark O'Toole
Archbishop-elect Mark O’Toole was born in London on 22nd June 1963. The youngest son of Marcus and Maura O’Toole who originally hail from the Irish-speaking community of Connemara, Galway, Ireland. He attended St Ignatius Primary School, Stamford Hill and St Thomas More Secondary School in Wood Green, leaving school in 1981 with four ‘A’ level qualifications. Three years later he graduated the University of Leicester with a BSc in Geography.

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August 6, 2025
The second edition of our monthly diocesan newsletter has just been published, bringing you all the highlights from a busy and joyful summer across the Archdiocese of Cardiff-Menevia. What’s Inside This Month This August edition captures the breadth of Catholic life in our archdiocese, from milestone moments in priestly ministry to vibrant community celebrations: Celebrating Vocations : Read about two special occasions fifty years apart – the ordination of Fr Illtyd Williams at Cardiff Oratory and Canon Michael Flook’s Golden Jubilee of ordination in Swansea. Both events remind us of the enduring call to serve God and His people. Faith in Action : Discover how our communities came together for the Ecumenical Pilgrimage Walk from Llandaff to Cardiff city centre and the powerful witness of this year’s Corpus Christi Procession through Cardiff streets. Parish Life : Learn about the blessing of a new maritime window at the Cornerstone and the completion of St Illtyd’s Church restoration project, plus insights into children’s liturgy and the significance of the Nicene Creed. Looking Ahead : Find details of upcoming events including pilgrimages to Penrhys and Monmouth, the March for Life, and various parish celebrations and courses. The newsletter also includes clergy moves taking effect in September and resources from the wider Church, including podcasts and new publications.

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August 1, 2025
On Friday, August 15th at 7pm, there will be Mass and a Torchlight Procession of the Statue of Our Lady to celebrate the great Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary at St. Alban’s on the Moors, Cardiff. Mass begins at 7pm and the procession takes place through the streets of Splott immediately following the Mass. All are welcome to attend this devotion.

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August 1, 2025
Many parishioners will know Br. Brian, a Rosminian brother who has lived in the community of St. Joseph’s, Cathays for 26 years. Br. Brian, who for 22 years was well known to the Catholic Community in the City for his role as the Chaplin to the Heath Hospital, is moving from St. Joseph’s to the Rosminian house in Derryswood, Guilford. A Farewell Mass will be celebrated for him on Monday this week, at St. Joseph’s at 6pm. All are welcome to attend.

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August 1, 2025
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

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July 25, 2025
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

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July 19, 2025
Anointed Fire Catholic Ministries and Cardiff University Catholic chaplain Father John Patrick Thomas are jointly hosting a dynamic Eucharistic healing afternoon including talks, great youth ministry, lively music, Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament and Holy Mass on Friday, July 25th from 2pm to 6pm at Nazareth House. A big welcome is extended to everyone of all ages and especially the young people of our communities.

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July 12, 2025
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: ~ An update from the first Archdiocesan Pastoral Council meeting ~ Guidance and support on tackling modern slavery and human trafficking ~ Reflections on the Youth Pilgrimage to Rome and Assisi ~ … and much more! To subscribe, visit: https://rcadc.org/new-diocesan-newsletter-launches-on-friday-sign-up-today/

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June 27, 2025
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

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June 27, 2025
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
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