Archbishop Mark has published a pastoral letter, 'Heart speaks to heart', calling the Archdiocese to become a missionary and synodal diocese built on prayer and four pillars: youth and vocations , evangelising zeal , formation in faith , and loving service . The letter challenges Catholics to encounter Christ more deeply and share that encounter with others, and will be broken into six pieces for study during Lent or Eastertide. Read the full pastoral letter on our website. ( https://tinyurl.com/nmj5ppxk )

The Holy Family's Love and Forgiveness (1) When Joseph discovered Mary was pregnant, tormenting anxieties filled his heart, because Mary was silence about the matter. Although initially he did wonder whether Mary has violated her fidelity, but he refused to believe it because this did not add up with Her great virtue and perfection that he saw in Her whom only a saint will show, yet he did not know by whom or how it was caused. However, God wished to perfect Joseph’s virtues ‘as gold is tested in the fire’ by hiding this Mystery from him for a while. Two months passed by, poor Joseph eventually overcame by this great tribulation, what should he do? He could have out of jealousy and anger and in the name of ‘justice’, let Mary be condemned by everyone and put to death. But his uprightness, and the high esteem and love he had for Mary, made him rather put himself at a disadvantage instead of others. He rather let the person go than watch a possibly-innocent being killed. He argued with himself: ‘…I do not wish to injure Her reputation of holiness by involving Her in the punishment of the law; yet at the same time I cannot stand by and witness the consequences of her pregnancy.’ He also prayed to God: "...I find no way to restore my peace. In order to choose the least evil I will withdraw from Her and seek a place where no one knows me and, resigning myself to thy Providence, I will pass my life in a desert...” This good man even went the extra mile of vowing to go to the temple of Jerusalem and offer up a part of the small sum of money which he had provided for his journey, so that God might help and protect Mary from the calamities of men and free Her from all misfortune. Can we even match this in our lives?  (Reference: The Mystical City of God, Ven Mary of Agreda)

God our Loving Father, we thank you for the life and testimony of men and women whom you have called to serve you as sisters, brothers, religious priests, consecrated virgins, hermits and members of Secular Institutes. Help them to be more and more rooted in you by following the evangelical counsels. We pray for those of them discerning their vocation, grant them the strength to respond to your call courageously.  We make this prayer through Christ our Lord. Amen.

‘Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted. Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth. Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied. Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy. Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God. Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God. Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are you when others revile you and persecute you and utter all kinds of evil against you falsely on my account. Rejoice and be glad, for your reward is great in heaven.’  (Matthew 5:3-12a)

Blessing of throats on Feast of St Blaise Tuesday 3rd February during 10am Mass

Monday 2nd February is the feast day of The Presentation of the Lord. There will be blessing of candles during 10am Mass. Please bring your own candles for blessing.

Saturday 31st January 2026 9:30am - 5:00pm St David’s Catholic Sixth Form College, Cardiff The Catholic Youth Conference will be celebrating the Regional Jubilee of Jesus Youth of 25 years in the UK. Open to all aged 16 and above, this day is for young adults to experience how God is guiding and working through young people. Archbishop Mark will be celebrating Holy Mass on the day. Please show your interest by registering before 25th January using link below or scan QR code: Registration link: https://forms.gle/HqevPZ8KfL2EsyrK6 Come and encounter Christ and be inspired to transform your life.

Archbishop Mark and Bishop Peter Brignall have issued a joint statement on Assisted Suicide: ‘As the Senedd prepares to debate whether to give legislative consent to Westminster's Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill, Archbishop Mark and Bishop Peter Brignall wish to express their deep concern about legalising assisted suicide in Wales. International experience shows that where assisted suicide is legalised, eligibility criteria expand over time and subtle pressure is placed on those who are elderly, disabled, or who fear becoming a burden. True compassion means accompanying those who suffer and ensuring no one feels abandoned, not ending life. They urge Members of the Senedd to withhold consent and focus on strengthening palliative care. On Monday 26th January, those who can are asked to observe a day of fasting in solidarity with the vulnerable.  Please also engage respectfully with your Member of the Senedd to make your voice heard on this important decision for Wales.’

Sunday 25th January 2026 Today is also a time to pray for and stand in solidarity with people affected by leprosy around the world. The John Bradburne Memorial Society (JBMS) is calling on individuals and communities to support its mission on World Leprosy Day. The Society is named in honour of John Bradburne, ‘Servant of God’, who served for ten years as warden of the Mutemwa Leprosy Care Centre in Zimbabwe. John Bradburne’s unwavering compassion, faith and dedication to those living with leprosy left a profound legacy. Inspired by his life and witness, JBMS continues his work by supporting people affected by leprosy, raising awareness of the disease, and helping fund the ongoing operations of Mutemwa. Please consider supporting this vital work through prayer, awareness or donation. Contributions to JBMS go directly towards supporting the Mutemwa Leprosy Care Centre where patients receive essential medical care, food and shelter. Visit: www.johnbradburne.com