Adoremus Christian Art Competition
June 17, 2026
A national Catholic schools Art Competition is being held in the lead-up to Adoremus 2026 (Saturday 10 October), inviting young people to reflect creatively on themes such as the Blessed Sacrament, the presence of Jesus, and the beauty of our cathedrals. Entries are open to ages 6–18, with a winner in each age group and an overall prize, and should be submitted by 15 September 2026. We warmly encourage schools and pupils to take part in this opportunity to pray, imagine, and create.
Calling all the young people of our parish and schools! As part of the build-up to the Christmas Craft Fair on Saturday 7th November, we are launching a Christmas Story and Art Competition.
We are looking for a practising Catholic who feels called to support our parish school by becoming a Foundation Governor. This is a wonderful ministry that helps shape the spiritual, moral and educational life of our children. Foundation Governors are appointed by the Archdiocese and play a key role in: • Protecting and promoting the Catholic ethos of the school • Supporting and challenging school leaders to ensure high standards • Helping set the school’s strategic direction • Ensuring Gospel values guide policies, decisions and daily life • Strengthening links between the parish, school and Diocese . If you feel called to support Catholic education and help shape the future of our wonderful school community, we would love to hear from you. Please contact the school office for more information - cpower@cardiff.gov.uk
Leaders from across Wales’ major faith communities have written a joint open letter to Members of the Senedd, pledging their prayers and support as the new Senedd begins its term, while warning against rising religious and ethnic prejudice amid what they describe as a period of “significant tension” across the United Kingdom. Find out more and read the letter on the Catholic Bishops of England and Wales website:
The next First Holy Communion sessions will be taking place in the new year. Full details are on the website: sphilipevans.co.uk/holy-communion . If you have any further questions then please email Teresa, our parish secretary.
We are now taking bookings for Confirmations for next year for our young people in years 8 and above. These will take place between Easter and the end of July. Please contact Teresa in the parish office ( secretary@sphilipevans.co.uk ) to book. Closing date, Sunday 25th October.
