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The Diocese is delighted to share the excellent outcome of the recent Estyn inspection at Alderman Davies Church in Wales Primary School in Neath. The report marks a moment of real celebration for the whole school community, particularly following a period that has brought its share of challenges.

The church took its place at the heart of the Vale of Glamorgan Agricultural Show this year, as thriving rural churches across the region came together in a joyful celebration of community, creativity, and faith.

Paul, our Director of Mission, went along to Port Talbot MA's Holiday Club to discover how grant money is supporting children and young people in the area during the school holidays.

Children in Penrhiwceiber will be fit and fed throughout the summer holidays thanks to a community partnership between St Winifred’s Church and the Lee Garden Pools.

Cherry Vann who has served as the Bishop of Monmouth for the past five years, has been chosen as the 15th Archbishop of Wales.

Rev'd Rachel, curate in East Vale Ministry Area, reflects on their ‘Magnified’ Holiday Club.

Approximately 400 young people aged 8-15 from different denominations and churches came to Carmarthen Showground for one amazing weekend with God at Spree Wales, the largest children and youth Christian festival in Wales.

St Winifred’s Church in Penrhiwceiber has once again been awarded the prestigious Green Flag Community Award, marking an incredible fifth consecutive year of recognition. The award, which sets the benchmark for well-managed parks and green spaces across the UK and beyond, celebrates not only the beauty of St Winifred’s grounds but also the deep sense of care and community behind them.

Age is no barrier to determination, and Jeff Harris is living proof. At 83 years young Jeff, an active and beloved member of St David’s Church in Tonyrefail, has completed an extraordinary sponsored cycle ride across the Llan Ministry Area, visiting all 12 churches in one inspiring journey to raise funds for restoration work to St David’s.

Pupils in one of our schools are celebrating after being presented with the first award in a new scheme aimed at helping young people speak out on global issues.