Materion Llandaf / Llandaff Matters
Blwyddyn Newydd Dda!
Happy New Year, everyone. Welcome to the first edition of Llandaff Matters for 2021.
"You have a story of hope and deliverance if you trust in Jesus Christ," says Bishop June in her uplifting New Year message. Press play on the video above to watch the full message.
Archbishop of Wales to retire in May
The Archbishop of Wales, John Davies, is to retire in May after four years as leader of the Church in Wales. Following Archbishop John’s retirement, the Bishop of Bangor will lead the Church until the election of a new Archbishop later in the year.
Kickstart your 2021 spiritual journey
Learn to experience the presence of God in your everyday life with our brand new 10 Day Spiritual Journey course. Each day you'll receive an email with a spiritual practice and reflection that will further your spiritual development.
Deepen your faith at home
From online church services to daily reflections, our home church resources can help you continue your worship and prayer life while you stay indoors.
This week we share three new resources:
- Light in lockdown: Scripture, poem and prayers for Epiphany (St Teilo's Church in Wales High School).
- Planning a home retreat ( Rev'd Ceri Holloway)
- Day By Day: Daily prayer resource (St Mary's CF10)
Continuing our Ministry Area implementation
This month we complete our Ministry Area roadshows ensuring all Ministry Area's have had an opportunity to hear direct from Bishop June and to ask questions.
Here's the video we share at each roadshow which explains why Ministry Areas will strengthen the mission of the church in the Diocese of Llandaff.
We continue to add resources to our Ministry Area page, including FAQ's . If you have any other questions about Ministry Areas you can submit your question directly from the page.
In other news
Llandaff Cathedral livestream success
Congratulations to the team for achieving 1.8K views for their Nine Lessons and Carols service.
Subscribe to their YouTube channel for more livestream services.
Spiritual Communion for Epiphany
Enjoy a Spiritual Communion for Epiphany from Sully, Wenvoe and St Lythans.
Healing, deliverance and ministry seminar
Monday 18th January: Bishop Peter Eagles, Bishop of Sodor and Man will host a webinar on Healing and Deliverance Ministry.
Session 1: Theology, New Developments, Team Structure and Guidelines. 11-1pm
Session 2: Pastoral, Spiritual and Liturgical Ministry; Case Studies. 2-4pm.
Open to clergy and lay people. Contact Sarah Rogers, Bishop's Chaplain, to book a place.
Ever wondered what Neil Diamond did for Anglicanism in Wales?
Neil Diamond tribute artist Jeff Phillips raises over £1000 for St Canna's Church, Parish of Cowbridge.
In the media
Y Oedfa BBC Radio Cymru
Dydd Sul yma, (10.01.21) am 12pm BBC Radio Cymru, bydd Charlotte Rushton yn arwain Y Oedfa. Gwasanaeth yn arbennig i wrandawyr Radio Cymru.
Rev'd Charlotte Rushton, Parish of Merthyr Tydfil St David and Abercanaid, will lead Sunday's Y Oedfa on BBC Radio Cymru at 12pm.
Vacancies
We're recruiting to the role of Vicar of Grangetown, South Cardiff Ministry Area.
Grants and funding opportunities now on the diocesan website
Information regarding potential grant and funding streams is now available on our website. This includes Welsh Government funding and other financial support schemes useful for church communities.
Monthly checklist for
church building maintenance
To help you with the regular programme of care and maintenance that church buildings need, Ecclesiastical Insurance has produced a Risk Calendar with tips on what to do each month. This month you're in for a right treat... Water pipes and heating!
- Check that your water pipes are lagged.
- Do you know where your stopcock is? Is it clearly labelled?
- Has your heating system has been serviced by an engineer registered with Gas Safe or, for oil systems, OFTEC?
Is your frozen pipe playing up? Contact Sarah Perons, Church Development Officer, sarahperons@churchinwales.org.uk for advice.
Announcements
Ruth Richards has joined the diocese as Bishop June's Executive Assistant. Contact details for the Bishop's office are on our Who's Who page.
Steve Locke joins the Education Team as Senior Engagement Worker.
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