Saturday 7th March 2026

A Pastoral Message to the Archdiocese of Cardiff-Menevia

Dear Parishioners of St Philip Evans Parish. A huge ‘THANK YOU’ for your generosity. The response to my appeal for Christmas Gifts for the seafarers I meet in the Port of Cardiff has fantastic. You have placed so many beautiful presents in the boxes. Since just before Christmas, I have passed on your gifts to over 70 seafarers and so far I have not used up half of what you have given to me. Many more seafarers this month and next will enjoy the chocolates, sweets and biscuits and be grateful for the toiletries and warm gloves, socks, hats and scarves. The seafarers I have already seen since Christmas have been amazed at your kindness and asked me to pass on their grateful thanks. On behalf of all the seafarers, thank you all very much indeed. Your gifts and your prayers are very much appreciated. Barbara Thomas Volunteer Ship Welfare Visitor for Stella Maris 

Cardiff Foodbank are looking for a Volunteer Coordinator and Logistics Coordinator to join their team. These are both great opportunities for someone who is passionate about making a difference and supporting people in need across Cardiff and supporting their vision that no-one in Cardiff goes hungry. Volunteer Coordinator: to lead and develop the volunteer programme, ensuring the volunteer teams are well-supported, trained, and engaged. The role is a full-time permanent position, based at the Cardiff office and warehouse, with a salary of £27,950 per year. Logistics Coordinator: to support and coordinate the smooth running of all areas of Cardiff Foodbank's operational activities. The role is a full-time permanent position, based at t he Cardiff office and warehouse, with a salary of £27,950 per year. The link to our website with more details is www.cardiff.foodbank.org.uk/current-vacancies . The closing date for applications is Sunday 1st February 2026 (midnight).

Archbishop Mark and Bishop Peter Brignall, Bishop of Wrexham, have issued a joint statement ahead of a crucial Senedd debate and vote on assisted suicide legislation. On Tuesday 27th January, Members of the Senedd will be asked to decide whether Wales should give its consent to Westminster’s Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill – a law that would legalise assisted suicide. The Bishops express their deep concern for the proposal, which would “represent a profound change in how society responds to those who are terminally ill”, and propose instead to “strengthen palliative and end-of-life care so that every person can live their final days with dignity, comfort, and peace.”  On Monday 26th January, the eve of the vote, the Bishops invite those who can to observe a day of fasting “to be in solidarity with those who are most vulnerable to the proposed Bill, and that those intent upon passing it, may undergo a change of heart.”

The Archdiocese of Cardiff-Menevia is seeking a Safeguarding Officer to join their team and help promote a safe environment across all parishes and Archdiocesan activities. To find out more visit the Archdiocese website: rcadc.org/vacancy-safeguarding-officer

Applications for the next cycle of First Holy Communion preparation are now closed. All First Holy Communion updates will be available in our parish newsletter or on the parish website .

We have a limited number of the Directory and Year Book, 2026, for the Catholic Province of Cardiff-Menevia and Wrexham. £6 ring bound, £4 perfect bound.

Members of the U.C.M. would like to thank everybody ( sadly belatedly ) for the tremendous support you gave our coffee morning before Christmas. We are thrilled to tell you that we made £422! This is indeed a great boost to Parish funds, and we are deeply grateful. Your support has been incredible for so many years.  THANK YOU!