News and Blogs

A significant moment in the life of the Diocese has been marked as Cynon Uchaf Ministry Area officially welcomed our first ever Transition Minister.

Margam Abbey Church welcomed an enthusiastic crowd at Saturday’s ArchaeoMargam Open Day, where visitors learned about a discovery that researchers believe will transform understanding of Wales’s early history. A Roman villa—exceptional in both scale and preservation—has been identified in Margam, offering unprecedented insight into the region’s Romano‑British past.

Blue Monday, often described as the “most depressing day of the year,” offers an important moment for churches across the Diocese of Llandaff to speak hope, truth and encouragement into the lives of those who may be struggling. It’s opportunity to highlight the Christian call to care for one another.

St German’s Church, Adamsdown, has reopened its Winter Night Shelter, offering safe, warm, and welcoming overnight accommodation every Saturday evening through to the end of March. The shelter forms part of a wider network of church based provision across Cardiff, ensuring support is available throughout the week for people experiencing homelessness.

St Mary the Virgin CinW Primary School in Butetown is celebrating an excellent Estyn inspection report, which praises the school’s strong leadership, inclusive ethos and outstanding commitment to pupil wellbeing.

St. Monica’s CinW Primary School in Cardiff has marked a significant milestone following its move to a new site in November, a transition prompted by a building reorganisation within Cardiff Local Authority.

Members of Mothers’ Union Llandaff gathered in the Cathedral for a deeply significant moment in the life of the diocese, as they received their Cross of Nails in recognition of their membership of the Community of the Cross of Nails (CCN) and their ongoing commitment to peace and reconciliation.

Bishop Mary reflects on the gift of hope with a little help from St Bride’s CinW Primary School.

We are proud to share the news that Pendoylan Church in Wales Primary School has achieved the Global Neighbours Cymru Bronze Award, recognising the school’s commitment to global citizenship, courageous advocacy and helping learners see themselves as agents of change.

In the Rhondda Ministry Area the Little Cherubs ALN Group celebrated their Christmas Party in the newly refurbished back room of St Dunstan’s Hall. Fr Philip Leyshon brought festive cheer by stepping into the role of Santa, delighting the children and families who attended.