Cardiff Cathedral - Cadeirlan Caerdydd

16/06/2026

Yesterday it was announced that the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill will return to parliament in autumn. Today, Archbishop Mark issued the following statement:

"It is immensely disappointing that the Bill to legalise assisted su***de 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 the end of their lives."

Archbishop John Sherrington, Lead Bishop for Life Issues for the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of England and Wales, has also issued a statement - a link to it can be found in the comments below 👇

Catholic Bishops' Conference (England and Wales) Delyth Jewell - Plaid Cymru Darren Millar

10/06/2026

Congratulations to our new Provost and Canons installed by Archbishop Mark at Mass today. Ad multos annos Canon John Griffiths, Canon Tim McGrath Canon Cyril Thadatil and our own Canon Michael Doyle.

10/06/2026

Save the date.

09/06/2026

06/06/2026

Given the weather forecast for tomorrow the planned Corpus Christi procession has been cancelled. Instead there will be a holy hour and Benediction in the cathedral with a a blessing of the city from the doors.

06/06/2026

02/06/2026

Bore da, bawb.

It was on this day (2 June) in 1982 when Pope John Paul II became the first reigning Pope to visit Cymru.

The Welsh visit was part of a wider pastoral trip to Britain between 29 May and 6 June 1982. Parts of the tour were delayed due to him taking an impromptu walkabout in Cardiff - he must have really liked it!

The trip was fondly remembered for his use of Cymraeg, with the Pope declaring "Bendith Duw Arnoch - The blessing of God be on you" at Pontcanna Fields. He also conducted a youth service at Ninian Park, then the home of Cardiff City FC.

29/05/2026

To accompany his constant calls for peace in the world, Pope Leo XIV will lead the prayer of the Holy Rosary on May 30 at 7:00 PM Rome time from the Vatican Gardens.

He will lead the faithful in Shrines around the world in praying the Joyful Mysteries, with each decade being dedicated specifically for those affected by war and violence and entrusting them to the intercession of Mary, Queen of Peace.

The first mystery prays for the victims of war, especially the most vulnerable, while the second is for those who bring words of hope and the comfort of faith to populations affected by war. The third recalls the medical and paramedical personnel and volunteers who bring humanitarian aid every day.

The fourth mystery prays for those who suffer the violence of war, for prisoners and for all who endure humiliations that violate human dignity. The fifth and final Joyful Mystery is dedicated to praying for an end to war and the establishment of lasting peace in the world.

https://www.vaticannews.va/en/pope/news/2026-05/pope-preside-over-rosary-dedicated-to-peace-in-vatican-gardens.html

29/05/2026

Tomorrow will see a Mass of Thanksgiving celebrate for the 80th Birthday and 25th Anniversary of Ordination as a Bishop of Archbishop-emeritus George Stack. All are welcome to join the celebration, which begins at 12:30pm. Please also check last weekends newsletter to the morning schedule for tomorrow.

28/05/2026

On Sunday 7th June, join us for the annual Corpus Christi Procession through the streets of Cardiff! 🙏
Catholics from across the Archdiocese are invited to walk together in a public act of faith and devotion to the Eucharist - through the heart of the city, finishing at St David's Metropolitan Cathedral for Solemn Benediction.
📍 Start: Nazareth House, Cardiff
🕒 Please arrive by 2:30pm for a 3:00pm start
🏁 Finish: St David's Metropolitan Cathedral, Charles Street
Afterwards, all are welcome to join fellow pilgrims at The Cornerstone for light refreshments and conversation.
Whether you've walked before or this would be your first time, we'd love to see you there. Read more by clicking the link in the comments below 👇

Cardiff Cathedral - Cadeirlan Caerdydd St David's Catholic College St Mary's R.C. Primary School, Brynmawr St Vincent de Paul - SVP - St Mary's Catholic Church Bridgend St John's Rhymney, All Saints Ebbw Vale and Immaculate Conception Tredegar Belmont Abbey Sisters of St. Joseph of Annecy Ursuline Sisters - Ireland Wales Province Parish of Our Lady & St David, Cwmbran Our Lady & St. Patrick's Catholic Church, Maesteg CAFOD in South Wales