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"Grief can often be found to be a sharp pain at small reminders rather than the large things.” A reflection on Grief at Christmas

Rev'd Zoe King, Barry Ministry Area Leader, reflects on grief and gravy as we approach Christmas.

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"Love means never having to say you’re sorry’ is, in my professional opinion, complete and utter tosh." -A reflection on Love

In our final Advent reflection Rev'd Ian Hodges, our Diocesan Director of Ordinands, reflects on how a 1970s film gets it wrong, and when it comes to love one word just isn't enough...

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Bishop Mary's Christmas Message 2025

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

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Pendoylan CinW Primary School awarded Global Neighbours Cymru Bronze Award

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.

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"If you want to find joy, practise love and compassion."- A reflection on joy

For the third week of Advent the Venerable Anne-Marie Renshaw, Archdeacon of Morgannwg, reflects on Christmas decorations, including the inflatable Santa that scares her dog, as she explores the difference between joy and happiness...

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Santa, Surprises, and Smiles at the Little Cherubs Christmas Party

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.

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"True peace is not found in the denial of conflict." - A reflection on Peace

For the second week of Advent Rev'd Kate Harrison, Canon Chancellor at Llandaff Cathedral, reflects on conflict as a place where creativity takes root...

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Mothers’ Union Llandaff Joins Global Campaign Against Gender-Based Violence

The Mothers’ Union in Llandaff has joined the global campaign against gender-based violence, standing in solidarity with millions worldwide to call for justice, healing, and change.

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Does it ever stop raining in November? A Reflection on Hope

As we begin Advent Rev'd Hywel Snook, Transition Minister currently serving in Cynon Uchaf Minsitry Area reflects on rain, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang and the risk of hope...

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Jesus—crucified, risen, and reigning: A Reflection on the Feast of Christ the King

Fr Ben Andrews, Area Dean for Neath Port Talbot, reflects on the Feast of Christ the King.

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