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The Llandaff and Monmouth Festival of Prayer is an important date in the Church in Wales diary. An inspiring day of worship and prayer, attendants explore spirituality, how prayer can deepen our relationship with God, unique techniques of prayer and meditation and have intriguing discussions of faith, practice and theology.

Social Justice and Outreach Lead Christoph Auckland reflects on social issues after visiting the Diocese of Uppsala, Sweden

Head of Education Beccie Morteo reflects on education after visiting the Diocese of Uppsala, Sweden

Director of Ordinands Ryan Green reflects on vocations after visiting the Diocese of Uppsala, Sweden

The Llandaff Diocesan link with Uppsala Diocese in the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Sweden began in October 2006. In May 2023 Fr Martyn travelled with Diocesan Director of Ordinands Ryan Green, Head of Education Beccie Morteo and Social Justice and Outreach Lead Christoph Auckland. Each of them have reflected on their experiences during that visit.

Refugee Week is a time when we all come together to celebrate the contributions, creativity and resilience of refugees and people seeking sanctuary. It is a time too for reflection, both on what has happened in the world and what we can do to improve it.

Music and local talent are an integral part to celebrating the heritage of our churches and their communities. During the Churches Unlocked Festival 2023, over 50 events are dedicated to making joyful noise including a concert by the Aber Valley Male Voice Choir. With such a rich history of choral singing in Wales, we take a brief look at its origins.

There are some 26 churches dedicated to St Illtud in Wales, of which four feature in the Churches Unlocked Festival this year. But who was Saint Illtyd and why is he so important to Wales? Historian Philip Morris tells us more...