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Diocese

‘Diocese’ refers to the geographical territory in which a bishop exercises oversight. The Church in Wales is divided into six dioceses each with its own cathedral in which is housed the cathedra (the bishop’s ‘chair’ or ‘throne’).

Llandaff Centre of Mission

A partnership between the Diocese of Llandaff and Church Army.

Prayer

Prayer sustains our human relationship with God and may involve words (formal or informal) or be silent. Prayer can involve adoration (‘I love you’), confession (‘sorry’), thanksgiving and supplication (‘please’).

Home Education and Young People Young Faith Matters (YFM) Messy Church

Messy Church

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Messy Church is a way of being Church for families and others. It is Christ centered, for all ages, based on creativity, hospitality and celebration.

Messy Church Website

Further information about Messy Church.

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Resources

Session material and resources to purchase.

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Events and Training

Further information about upcoming events.

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Resources

The following resources are available to loan from the diocese.

If you would like to loan a resource please fill out the form or contact angelacooper@churchinwales.org.uk.

Books

Messy Church 1

Messy Church 2

Messy Church 3

Messy Nativity

Making Disciples in Messy Church

Messy Prayer

Messy Theology

Messy Lyfe

Messy Church Celebrations

Four Messy Moments

Messy Togetherness

Messy Hospitality

Messy Discipleship

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