Parish News

The Safeguarding Department have released the 2024 Archdiocese of Cardiff-Menevia Safeguarding Report. In this year’s report, they highlight key actions taken, including: * The establishment of a dedicated victim-survivor support post * A major reduction in DBS backlogs * The development of policies to promote best practices Looking ahead, the report outlines plans for: * Enhanced safeguarding audits * Improved training for clergy, staff, and volunteers * Stronger collaboration with statutory agencies Click the link below to read the report:

On Saturday 29th March 25 , between 10am and 12 noon we will be cleaning the church hall. This will require high cleaning as well as tidying up. If you could spare a few hours, please speak to Stephen or just come along

Are you familiar with Microsoft office, especially Word and Publisher, or seeking to gain experience with it? If so we are looking for an assistant volunteer to help in the office with the production of the newsletter. The tasks involved take roughly 2-3 hours a week once you are familiar. The work will be undertaken on either a Friday or Saturday in preparation for the first mass of the weekend on Saturday at 5pm. If you are interested speak to Luke, Stephen or email the office at gorseinon@menevia.org

59 Club - Payment for the 59 club is now due for a further year. Payment should be made by Standing Order in the Bank or by Cheque for £48. Cheques should be made payable to Parish of Gorseinon and Ref 59 written on the back of the cheque please. Cash payments will also be taken. The Draw is made on the first Saturday of the Month with the Bonus Ball of the National Lottery and the winner gets £50. If you wish to have a number, speak to Margaret Cleveland or Stephen Nessmann for more information. Please consider taking a number to support this very much needed fundraise for the Parish. Thank you

There will be Stations of the Cross on Mondays during Lent at 7pm in the Blessed Sacrament church. All welcome.

The Chrism Mass for Cardiff-Menevia will be held in St Joseph’s cathedral on Tuesday 15th April at 11.30am. If you would like to sing in the choir for that Mass there are rehearsals at the cathedral on Wednesday 19th and 26th March and Thursday 10th April all starting at 6pm and ending at 7.30. Any queries text or WhatsApp Jennifer Burridge 07947 074872

Tues 25th March - Annunciation of the Lord

Our Lady’s Lamp - Intentions week commencing 23rd March 2025 Blessed Sacrament Intention C.R. St Bride’s VL - ML  If you wish Our Lady’s Lamp to be lit for a loved one or an intention, please let us know. A donation of £5 is suggested and the candle will be lit all week in the church

A 5-day version of the Ignatian Exercises offered specifically for men (whether lay or ordained), this retreat will be preached by the Benedictine Monks of St Joseph’s Abbey, France. Founded in 1988, this community has retained its charism of a specific apostolate to men and of engaging them through a shortened version of the Ignatian Exercises. One-to -one direction will be offered alongside the talks. Priests are welcome to attend and concelebrate or celebrate their own Mass. For more information and to book: https://christianheritagecentre.com/events/mens-spiritual-exercises/