The Ministry Area Of Pen-y-bont ar Ogwr

The Ministry Area Of Pen-y-bont ar Ogwr A family of eight Anglican churches in Bridgend worshipping Jesus.

We are a family of eight Anglican churches in Bridgend worshipping Jesus, in different ways, in different places, and at different times across Bridgend and the surrounding villages, we meet to celebrate all that Jesus has done for us. Regular Sunday Services:
Coity: 9.30am
Brackla: 9.30am
Merthyr Mawr: 9.30am
Coychurch: 9.30am
Laleston: 11.00am
Newcastle: 11.00am
Penyfai: 11.00am
Nolton: 11.00am


Regular Wednesday Services:
Laleston 9.30am
Coity /Nolton: 9.30am (alternating weeks)
Coychurch: 11.00am
Newcastle: 11.00am

A brilliant community day is coming to Bridgend! On 19 September, seven of the Penybont Ministry Area churches will open...
08/09/2026

A brilliant community day is coming to Bridgend!
On 19 September, seven of the Penybont Ministry Area churches will open their doors with activities, heritage displays, bell ringing, music and refreshments from 10am–4pm.
Collect a stamp at each church and win a prize.
At St Crallo's, Coychurch, enjoy the fabulous music of Jo, Colin and Jeff. Don’t miss the memories of St Crallo's, celebrating the church’s rich history as a cherished venue and find out more about your local church. There will be refreshments all day.
A warm welcome awaits across the whole Ministry Area @top fansCentral at 4 St Mary's Church, NoltonDaniel Curtis-ThomasSt Illtyd's Church, Newcastle St David’s Church, PencoedMerthyr Mawr, St Teilo's ChurchPenyfai All Saints church Pen y FaiSt. Mary's Church, CoitySt Crallo's Church, CoychurchLaleston St David's ChurchMark Broadway

07/09/2026

⛪ 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐲 𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐜𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐬 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐝𝐚𝐲?

🗺️ On Saturday 19th September, eight churches across the The Ministry Area Of Pen-y-bont ar Ogwr area will be opening their doors from 10am–4pm, with visitors challenged to see how many they can visit.

🔔 There’s plenty happening throughout the day, including bell ringing, guided tours, historical talks and displays, live music, flower demonstrations, activities and refreshments.

⭐ There’s a challenge too – collect a sticker from each church and complete the full set to win a prize!

🏘️ Taking part are churches in Pen-y-fai, Laleston, Merthyr Mawr, Newcastle, Nolton, Coity, Brackla and Coychurch.

👏 A fantastic opportunity to step inside some of our historic local churches, learn more about their stories and enjoy everything they have planned for the day.

🎉 Don’t miss our historic local churches open day! 🎉 Saturday 19th September, we are opening our church doors from 10am–...
07/09/2026

🎉 Don’t miss our historic local churches open day! 🎉

Saturday 19th September, we are opening our church doors from 10am–4pm, and welcoming visitors from across the town and county - how many can you visit?

There’s so much happening throughout the day, including:

🔔 bell ringing,
👀 guided tours,
🏰 historical talks and displays,
🎶 live music,
🌺 flower demonstrations,
👶 activities and
☕️ refreshments.

⭐ There’s a challenge too – collect an e-sticker from each church and complete the full set to win a prize!

👏 A fantastic opportunity to step inside some of our historic local churches, learn more about their stories and enjoy everything they have planned for the day.

Wherever you are in Bridgend, and wherever you are in your walk with Jesus - you’re invited!

Find out more, see the interactive map, and start your e-sticker collection: https://penybont-churches.org.uk/open-day-26

01/09/2026

Tonight - Tuesday First of September, we welcome the new month, and the new academic year, with two amazing times of prayer - and you are invited to come and join us!

19.00 Prayers for healing, with laying on of hands and anointing with holy oils, at St Illtyd's Church, Newcastle

20.00 Prayers for our local schools, colleges, and students, at Central Prayer, in Nolton Hall A time of guided open prayer.

Hope to see you there!

01/09/2026

Healing Service this evening

29/08/2026

Bank Holiday Weekend - and the Week Ahead - in the The Ministry Area Of Pen-y-bont ar Ogwr

Sunday 30th August:
09.30: Joint Service at St Crallo's Church, Coychurch.
11.00: Joint Service at All Saints church Pen y Fai
16.00: Central at 4 Doors open 15.30, Nolton
- No Other Services Today -

Monday 31st August:
09.30: Holy Communion, St Mary's Church, Nolton

Tuesday 01st September:
09.30: Holy Communion, St. Mary's Church, Coity
19.00: Healing Service, St Illtyd's Church, Newcastle
20.00: Central Prayer, Nolton Hall (Coffee from 19.30)

Wednesday 02 September:
0930: Holy Communion, Laleston St David's Church
11.00: Holy Communion, St Crallo's Church, Coychurch
18.30: Home Group, Nolton Rectory

Thursday 03rd September:
0930: Holy Communion, Newcastle

28/08/2026

🎉 Don’t miss church this Sunday!!! 🎉

Sunday 30th August - Bank Holiday Weekend Special Services:

09.30 St Crallo's Church, Coychurch - Holy Communion with Ministry Area Leader, Rev Mark Broadway

11.00 All Saints church Pen y Fai - Holy Communion with Ministry Area Vicar, Rev Roger Pitman

16.00 Central at 4 - all age contemporary worship led by Daniel Curtis-Thomas, and preaching from Deacon Samantha Jane Minett

You’re invited!

12/08/2026

Don't miss church this Sunday 16th of August, as we gather from across the Ministry Area Of Pen-y-bont ar Ogwr for three special joint services.

At 09.30 in St. Mary's Church, Coity, where Archdeacon Anne-Marie will be leading the Patronal Festival.

At 11.00 in Laleston St David's Church, where Ministry Leader Mark Broadway will be leading and preaching.

Doors open at 15.30 for Central at 4 in Nolton hall, where our curate Samantha Jane Minett will be preaching on 1 Thessalonians, whilst worship is led by Daniel Curtis-Thomas.

There will be no other services in the MA this Sunday 16th August.

Wherever you are across Bridgend / Penybont ar Ogwr, and wherever you are on your walk with Jesus - You're Invited.

21/07/2026

🥳🥳Don't Miss Church This Sunday 26th July!🥳🥳

With services across all eight of our sites, you're sure to find a service thats right for you

A reminder that we have no Central at 4 this week, but it returns in August!

19/07/2026

🎉 Next Saturday! 🎉
Our Pop‑Up Tea at St Teilo’s Church, Merthyr Mawr is nearly here — and we can’t wait to welcome you.

Join us on Saturday 25 July, 10am–4pm, for a joyful day filled with freshly brewed coffee and tea, homemade cakes and savouries, and freshly cooked Welsh cakes hot off the griddle. It’s the perfect excuse to treat yourself and catch up with friends.

Every donation supports Maggie’s and our church, helping us make a real difference in our community.

Bring your smiles, bring your appetite, and come enjoy a gorgeous summer Saturday with us. 🌼🍰☕ Ministry Area Of Pen-y-bont ar OgwrLaleston St David's ChurchPenyfai All Saints church Pen y FaiSt Illtyd's Church, Newcastle St. Mary's Church, CoitySt Crallo's Church, CoychurchSt Mary's Church, BracklaMark BroadwayDiocese of LlandaffMerthyr Mawr WIMerthyr Mawr, St Teilo's Church

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Merthyrmawr Road North
Bridgend
CF313NH

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+441656667690

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