© Llay/Rossett Parish 2026
Llay Parish Wrexham, North Wales
Invitation to the Induction of Father Pontius Banda AJ Parishioners are warmly invited to come together on Wednesday 14 October at 6.00pm for a special service to celebrate the induction of Fr Pontius Bandua AJ as Parish Priest of Llay. Please join us in Prayer, welcome and thanksgiving as Fr Pontus begins his ministry among us. Let us celebrate this joyful occasion as one parish community and pray for God’s blessing upon Fr Pontius and the people entrusted to his care. Refreshments will be served in the Parish Hall following the Mass.

Readers Needed

Would you like to help proclaim the Word of God at Mass? We are seeking new parish readers. No experience needed - just a willing heart. Please contact the parish office. Baptism Baptism is arranged by initial contact with the Parish and then attendance on Baptism Preparation Programme. Infant/Child Baptism (normally under 7 years of age). For a Baptism to take place in the Parish at least one of the parents must be a Baptised Catholic and registered as a member of the Parish. Families must be practicing Catholic, regularly attending Sunday Mass. Children or young people over 7 year of age will need to attend a Preparation Programme accompanied by an adult. Adult Baptism is carries out and prepared for as part of the RCIA programme. Initial enquiry is via by email contact with parish office priestllay@rcdwxm.org.uk and the completion of form requesting Baptism. Attendance on a Baptism Preparation Programme is required before arranging a date.

Medical/Health-carers Mass,

Friday 23rd October at 7pm.

Bishop Peter invites all clinicians, auxiliary or ancillary workers, hospital managers or trust board members, chaplaincy volunteers, home carers and any person in any way involved in healthcare to this celebration. Diocesan Masses at the Wrexham Cathedral in October You will find two diocesan Mass posters in the porch. Download Posters - Poster 1… - Poster 2…

Quietness (Reverence) in

Church

Be silent, be thoughtful, and be reverent, for this is the house of the Lord. Before Mass speak to God. During Mass let God speak to you. After Mass speak to one another, but quietly, without disturbing those who are at prayer – ideally in the porch. 'Wrecsam Clarion' The New Digital Diocesan Newsletter Welcome to the Oct edition of 'The Clarion' the new Digital Diocesan Newsletter. Please click the button below to read the latest issue .

Church Cleaners

We are in need of a further team to help clean our church in Llay. We are asking for volunteers, male or female, from any part of the parish to help with this task. Please contact the parish office or Canon. Into The Future 4 Bishop Peter Brignall It is now two and a half years since the third edition of Into the Future, my pastoral plan for the Diocese. As I have reflected with the clergy and people of the Diocese, and following periods of prayer, it is appropriate that this plan has evolved, adapting to changing realities and listening to voices from across the Diocese. The aim of this Pastoral Plan is to refocus the whole Diocese on the mission entrusted to us, by unleashing the gifts of all the baptised in the service of the Church and the world. Parishes and communities are to be, and are encouraged to be, evangelising communities. Download Pastoral Plan….

For the hard-of-hearing

Do remember that the “loop system” operates here. Next Sunday (18th) “World Misson Sunday” Next Sunday, the Holy Father invites all Catholics to support Missio – his charity for world mission – through a special collection. This day of prayer, solidarity and giving unites Catholics worldwide to share the Good News of God’s love which has the power to transform lives and heal our world. There will be a retiring collection next weekend and you can also donate, using the Missio envelopes, call 020 7821 9755 (office hours) or visit www.missio.org.uk to give a gift, set up a Direct Debit and Gift Aid your donation if possible.

St Beuno’s Outreach Guided

Prayer Week’s

The Week’s of Guided Prayer 4 - 24 October 2026 are open to anyone of any Denomination who’d like to spend a little time with the Lord and explore how God is at work in our lives. more information and booking can be found by emailing stbeunosoutreach@beunos.com Download poster…. Diocesan Pilgrimage Mass in honour of Saint Richard Gwyn Sunday 18th October at 3pm. Following the Mass there will be blessing with an opportunity for veneration of the relic of St Richard Gwyn. All are invited to join in celebration of, and thanksgiving for, his life.
New Parish Telephone Number As from this week the Parish landline Telephone number is not to be used to contact the parish. Fr Pontius will be the contact by Telephone on 07776991636. The parish office will only be able to be contacted in person or email.

October – the month of the

Rosary

It is hoped that the Rosary will be prayed this Sunday before the 10am Mass at 9.30am – and so for all the Sunday’s of October. First Holy Communion 2027 The Parish First Holy Communion programme is open to children of families who are living in and attend Mass in this parish. Parents who want their child to join the programme should see Oonagh (organist) after the 10am Sunday Mass for registration form. It is expected that children on the programme will be attending Sunday Mass regularly.

Food Bank

The“Food Bank” Collection this weekend. Please put your dry food donations in the appropriate boxes/containers which you will find in the porch, put there by the SVP. Thank you for supporting CAFOD Harvest Family Fast Day Thank you for putting your faith into action this Family Fast Day. Your generous donations of £407.35 will help more children stay in school. Children like Tayla in Zimbabwe, where CAFOD’s local partners worked with her community to install a solar-powered water supply. Now Tayla has access to safe water and nutritious food at school, helping her to keep learning and develop her God-given talents. To find out more about the work that your generosity at Fast Day makes possible visit: www.cafod.org.uk/parishthankyou

This weekend “Prisoners’

Sunday”

We will remember families at Mass this weekend. Prisons are in crisis and life for prisoners and their families in our communities is challenging. Pact, the national Catholic prison charity support prisoners, their families and their children, offering them hope and the chance to turn important work in the year ahead. There are Pact envelopes at the back of the church for anyone wishing to make a donation. Prison Advice and Care Trust (Pct) is registered in England and Wales as a charity (no. 219278). Becoming a Catholic RCIA of the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults is the sacramental process by which people who are searching and exploring their faith in Jesus Christ, enter full Communion with the Catholic Church. It is a journey in faith supported and encouraged by the whole Christian Community. The Cathedral parish offers the opportunity of joining an RCIA group which offers a series of meetings and normally runs from early October with the opportunity for reception into the Catholic Faith at Easter. If you would like to know more about the Catholic faith, or are seeking full Communion with the Catholic Church, please email/contact the parish office priestllay@rcdwxm.org.uk in the first instance, who will put you in touch with the RCIA coordinator.

Diocesan Choir – New

Members Welcome!

If you enjoy singing and would like to learn more about joining the Diocesan Choir, please see the full notice and contact details displayed on the noticeboard in the church porch. Download Poster… & Poster for Advent…
Our Holy Father’s Prayer Intention for October 2026 For mental health ministry Let us pray that mental health ministry be established throughout the Church, helping to overcome the stigma and discrimination of persons with mental illnesses.

Let Us Pray For The Sick of the Parish

Dear Jesus, divine physician and healer of the sick, we turn to you in this time of illness. Oh dearest comforter of the troubled, alleviate our worry and sorrow with your gentle love, and grant us the grace and strength to accept this burden. Dear God, we place our worries in your hands. Amen.

28th Sunday of Ordinary Time

Yr. A

Saturday - No morning Mass or Confessions 6.00pm - Mass Sunday - 11th October 9.30am - Rosary 10.00am - Mass Eucharistic Adoration 3pm - 4pm Sacrament of Confession available during this hour. Coffee/Tea after our 10am Sunday Mass

Bishop Peter Pastoral Letter

27 Sept 26

Bishops Peters pastoral letter that was read out at Sundays Mass Download Here….
Mon - Weekday in Ordinary Time No Parish Mass Tue - Weekday in Ordinary Time No Parish Mass Chptaer Mass at Cathedral 12.noon Wed - Weekday in Ordinary Time Eucharistic Adoration 3pm - 4pm 6pm - Induction Mass of Fr Pontius Bandua AJ Thur - St Teresa of Jesus, Virgin and Doctor (memorial) 7.00pm - Mass Fri - Weekday in Ordinary Time 9.30am - Mass

Mass Times

St Francis of Assisi is open for SATURDAY, SUNDAY and Weekday MASS and During week for private prayer 9am - 5pm
Latest Bulletin to Download - Parish news insert -

29th Sunday of Ordinary Time

Yr. A

Saturday - No morning Mass or Confessions 6.00pm - Mass Sunday - 18th October 9.30am - Rosary 10.00am - Mass Eucharistic Adoration 3pm - 4pm
CLARION CLARION
–
© Llay/Rossett Parish 2026
Llay Parish Wrexham, North Wales

Mass Times

St Francis of Assisi is open for SATURDAY, SUNDAY and Weekday MASS and During week for private prayer 9am - 5pm
Latest Bulletin to Download - Parish news insert -
Our Holy Father’s Prayer Intention for October 2026 For mental health ministry Let us pray that mental health ministry be established throughout the Church, helping to overcome the stigma and discrimination of persons with mental illnesses.
New Parish Telephone Number As from this week the Parish landline Telephone number is not to be used to contact the parish. Fr Pontius will be the contact by Telephone on 07776991636. The parish office will only be able to be contacted in person or email.

October – the month of the Rosary

It is hoped that the Rosary will be prayed this Sunday before the 10am Mass at 9.30am – and so for all the Sunday’s of October. First Holy Communion 2027 The Parish First Holy Communion programme is open to children of families who are living in and attend Mass in this parish. Parents who want their child to join the programme should see Oonagh (organist) after the 10am Sunday Mass for registration form. It is expected that children on the programme will be attending Sunday Mass regularly.

Food Bank

The“Food Bank” Collection this weekend. Please put your dry food donations in the appropriate boxes/containers which you will find in the porch, put there by the SVP. Thank you for supporting CAFOD Harvest Family Fast Day Thank you for putting your faith into action this Family Fast Day. Your generous donations of £407.35 will help more children stay in school. Children like Tayla in Zimbabwe, where CAFOD’s local partners worked with her community to install a solar- powered water supply. Now Tayla has access to safe water and nutritious food at school, helping her to keep learning and develop her God-given talents. To find out more about the work that your generosity at Fast Day makes possible visit: www.cafod.org.uk/parishthankyou

This weekend “Prisoners’ Sunday”

We will remember families at Mass this weekend. Prisons are in crisis and life for prisoners and their families in our communities is challenging. Pact, the national Catholic prison charity support prisoners, their families and their children, offering them hope and the chance to turn important work in the year ahead. There are Pact envelopes at the back of the church for anyone wishing to make a donation. Prison Advice and Care Trust (Pct) is registered in England and Wales as a charity (no. 219278). Becoming a Catholic RCIA of the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults is the sacramental process by which people who are searching and exploring their faith in Jesus Christ, enter full Communion with the Catholic Church. It is a journey in faith supported and encouraged by the whole Christian Community. The Cathedral parish offers the opportunity of joining an RCIA group which offers a series of meetings and normally runs from early October with the opportunity for reception into the Catholic Faith at Easter. If you would like to know more about the Catholic faith, or are seeking full Communion with the Catholic Church, please email/contact the parish office priestllay@rcdwxm.org.uk in the first instance, who will put you in touch with the RCIA coordinator.

Diocesan Choir – New

Members Welcome!

If you enjoy singing and would like to learn more about joining the Diocesan Choir, please see the full notice and contact details displayed on the noticeboard in the church porch. Download Poster… & Poster for Advent…
Invitation to the Induction of Father Pontius Banda AJ Parishioners are warmly invited to come together on Wednesday 14 October at 6.00pm for a special service to celebrate the induction of Fr Pontius Bandua AJ as Parish Priest of Llay. Please join us in Prayer, welcome and thanksgiving as Fr Pontus begins his ministry among us. Let us celebrate this joyful occasion as one parish community and pray for God’s blessing upon Fr Pontius and the people entrusted to his care. Refreshments will be served in the Parish Hall following the Mass.

Readers Needed

Would you like to help proclaim the Word of God at Mass? We are seeking new parish readers. No experience needed - just a willing heart. Please contact the parish office. Baptism Baptism is arranged by initial contact with the Parish and then attendance on Baptism Preparation Programme. Infant/Child Baptism (normally under 7 years of age). For a Baptism to take place in the Parish at least one of the parents must be a Baptised Catholic and registered as a member of the Parish. Families must be practicing Catholic, regularly attending Sunday Mass. Children or young people over 7 year of age will need to attend a Preparation Programme accompanied by an adult. Adult Baptism is carries out and prepared for as part of the RCIA programme. Initial enquiry is via by email contact with parish office priestllay@rcdwxm.org.uk and the completion of form requesting Baptism. Attendance on a Baptism Preparation Programme is required before arranging a date.

Medical/Health-carers Mass, Friday 23rd

October at 7pm.

Bishop Peter invites all clinicians, auxiliary or ancillary workers, hospital managers or trust board members, chaplaincy volunteers, home carers and any person in any way involved in healthcare to this celebration. Diocesan Masses at the Wrexham Cathedral in October You will find two diocesan Mass posters in the porch. Download Posters - Poster 1… - Poster 2…

Quietness (Reverence) in Church

Be silent, be thoughtful, and be reverent, for this is the house of the Lord. Before Mass speak to God. During Mass let God speak to you. After Mass speak to one another, but quietly, without disturbing those who are at prayer – ideally in the porch. 'Wrecsam Clarion' The New Digital Diocesan Newsletter Welcome to the Oct edition of 'The Clarion' the new Digital Diocesan Newsletter. Please click the button below to read the latest issue .

Church Cleaners

We are in need of a further team to help clean our church in Llay. We are asking for volunteers, male or female, from any part of the parish to help with this task. Please contact the parish office or Canon. Into The Future 4 Bishop Peter Brignall It is now two and a half years since the third edition of Into the Future, my pastoral plan for the Diocese. As I have reflected with the clergy and people of the Diocese, and following periods of prayer, it is appropriate that this plan has evolved, adapting to changing realities and listening to voices from across the Diocese. The aim of this Pastoral Plan is to refocus the whole Diocese on the mission entrusted to us, by unleashing the gifts of all the baptised in the service of the Church and the world. Parishes and communities are to be, and are encouraged to be, evangelising communities. Download Pastoral Plan….

For the hard-of-hearing

Do remember that the “loop system” operates here. Next Sunday (18th) “World Misson Sunday” Next Sunday, the Holy Father invites all Catholics to support Missio – his charity for world mission – through a special collection. This day of prayer, solidarity and giving unites Catholics worldwide to share the Good News of God’s love which has the power to transform lives and heal our world. There will be a retiring collection next weekend and you can also donate, using the Missio envelopes, call 020 7821 9755 (office hours) or visit www.missio.org.uk to give a gift, set up a Direct Debit and Gift Aid your donation if possible.

St Beuno’s Outreach Guided Prayer

Week’s

The Week’s of Guided Prayer 4 - 24 October 2026 are open to anyone of any Denomination who’d like to spend a little time with the Lord and explore how God is at work in our lives. more information and booking can be found by emailing stbeunosoutreach@beunos.com Download poster…. Diocesan Pilgrimage Mass in honour of Saint Richard Gwyn Sunday 18th October at 3pm. Following the Mass there will be blessing with an opportunity for veneration of the relic of St Richard Gwyn. All are invited to join in celebration of, and thanksgiving for, his life.

28th Sunday of Ordinary Time

Yr. A

Saturday - No morning Mass or Confessions 6.00pm - Mass Sunday - 11th October 9.30am - Rosary 10.00am - Mass Eucharistic Adoration 3pm - 4pm Sacrament of Confession available during this hour. Coffee/Tea after our 10am Sunday Mass

Bishop Peter Pastoral Letter

27 Sept 26

Bishops Peters pastoral letter that was read out at Sundays Mass Download Here….
Mon - Weekday in Ordinary Time No Parish Mass Tue - Weekday in Ordinary Time No Parish Mass Chptaer Mass at Cathedral 12.noon Wed - Weekday in Ordinary Time Eucharistic Adoration 3pm - 4pm 6pm - Induction Mass of Fr Pontius Bandua AJ Thur - St Teresa of Jesus, Virgin and Doctor (memorial) 7.00pm - Mass Fri - Weekday in Ordinary Time 9.30am - Mass

Let Us Pray For The Sick of the Parish

Dear Jesus, divine physician and healer of the sick, we turn to you in this time of illness. Oh dearest comforter of the troubled, alleviate our worry and sorrow with your gentle love, and grant us the grace and strength to accept this burden. Dear God, we place our worries in your hands. Amen.
CLARION CLARION

29th Sunday of Ordinary Time

Yr. A

Saturday - No morning Mass or Confessions 6.00pm - Mass Sunday - 18th October 9.30am - Rosary 10.00am - Mass Eucharistic Adoration 3pm - 4pm
© Llay/Rossett Parish 2026
Llay Parish Wrexham, North Wales

Mass Times

St Francis of Assisi is open for SATURDAY, SUNDAY and Weekday MASS and During week for private prayer 9 - 5
Our Holy Father’s Prayer Intention for October 2026 For mental health ministry Let us pray that mental health ministry be established throughout the Church, helping to overcome the stigma and discrimination of persons with mental illnesses.
New Parish Telephone Number As from this week the Parish landline Telephone number is not to be used to contact the parish. Fr Pontius will be the contact by Telephone on 07776991636. The parish office will only be able to be contacted in person or email.

October – the month of the Rosary

It is hoped that the Rosary will be prayed this Sunday before the 10am Mass at 9.30am – and so for all the Sunday’s of October. First Holy Communion 2027 The Parish First Holy Communion programme is open to children of families who are living in and attend Mass in this parish. Parents who want their child to join the programme should see Oonagh (organist) after the 10am Sunday Mass for registration form. It is expected that children on the programme will be attending Sunday Mass regularly.

Food Bank

The“Food Bank” Collection this weekend. Please put your dry food donations in the appropriate boxes/containers which you will find in the porch, put there by the SVP. Thank you for supporting CAFOD Harvest Family Fast Day Thank you for putting your faith into action this Family Fast Day. Your generous donations of £407.35 will help more children stay in school. Children like Tayla in Zimbabwe, where CAFOD’s local partners worked with her community to install a solar-powered water supply. Now Tayla has access to safe water and nutritious food at school, helping her to keep learning and develop her God- given talents. To find out more about the work that your generosity at Fast Day makes possible visit: www.cafod.org.uk/parishthankyou

This weekend “Prisoners’ Sunday”

We will remember families at Mass this weekend. Prisons are in crisis and life for prisoners and their families in our communities is challenging. Pact, the national Catholic prison charity support prisoners, their families and their children, offering them hope and the chance to turn important work in the year ahead. There are Pact envelopes at the back of the church for anyone wishing to make a donation. Prison Advice and Care Trust (Pct) is registered in England and Wales as a charity (no. 219278). Becoming a Catholic RCIA of the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults is the sacramental process by which people who are searching and exploring their faith in Jesus Christ, enter full Communion with the Catholic Church. It is a journey in faith supported and encouraged by the whole Christian Community. The Cathedral parish offers the opportunity of joining an RCIA group which offers a series of meetings and normally runs from early October with the opportunity for reception into the Catholic Faith at Easter. If you would like to know more about the Catholic faith, or are seeking full Communion with the Catholic Church, please email/contact the parish office priestllay@rcdwxm.org.uk in the first instance, who will put you in touch with the RCIA coordinator.

Diocesan Choir – New

Members Welcome!

If you enjoy singing and would like to learn more about joining the Diocesan Choir, please see the full notice and contact details displayed on the noticeboard in the church porch. Download Poster… & Poster for Advent…

Quietness (Reverence) in Church

Be silent, be thoughtful, and be reverent, for this is the house of the Lord. Before Mass speak to God. During Mass let God speak to you. After Mass speak to one another, but quietly, without disturbing those who are at prayer – ideally in the porch. 'Wrecsam Clarion' The New Digital Diocesan Newsletter Welcome to the Oct edition of 'The Clarion' the new Digital Diocesan Newsletter. Please click the button below to read the latest issue .

Church Cleaners

We are in need of a further team to help clean our church in Llay. We are asking for volunteers, male or female, from any part of the parish to help with this task. Please contact the parish office or Canon. Into The Future 4 Bishop Peter Brignall It is now two and a half years since the third edition of Into the Future, my pastoral plan for the Diocese. As I have reflected with the clergy and people of the Diocese, and following periods of prayer, it is appropriate that this plan has evolved, adapting to changing realities and listening to voices from across the Diocese. The aim of this Pastoral Plan is to refocus the whole Diocese on the mission entrusted to us, by unleashing the gifts of all the baptised in the service of the Church and the world. Parishes and communities are to be, and are encouraged to be, evangelising communities. Download Pastoral Plan….

For the hard-of-hearing

Do remember that the “loop system” operates here. Next Sunday (18th) “World Misson Sunday” Next Sunday, the Holy Father invites all Catholics to support Missio – his charity for world mission – through a special collection. This day of prayer, solidarity and giving unites Catholics worldwide to share the Good News of God’s love which has the power to transform lives and heal our world. There will be a retiring collection next weekend and you can also donate, using the Missio envelopes, call 020 7821 9755 (office hours) or visit www.missio.org.uk to give a gift, set up a Direct Debit and Gift Aid your donation if possible.

St Beuno’s Outreach Guided Prayer Week’s

The Week’s of Guided Prayer 4 - 24 October 2026 are open to anyone of any Denomination who’d like to spend a little time with the Lord and explore how God is at work in our lives. more information and booking can be found by emailing stbeunosoutreach@beunos.com Download poster…. Diocesan Pilgrimage Mass in honour of Saint Richard Gwyn Sunday 18th October at 3pm. Following the Mass there will be blessing with an opportunity for veneration of the relic of St Richard Gwyn. All are invited to join in celebration of, and thanksgiving for, his life.

28th Sunday of Ordinary Time

Yr. A

Saturday - No morning Mass or Confessions 6.00pm - Mass Sunday - 11th October 9.30am - Rosary 10.00am - Mass Eucharistic Adoration 3pm - 4pm Sacrament of Confession available during this hour. Coffee/Tea after our 10am Sunday Mass

Bishop Peter Pastoral Letter

27 Sept 26

Bishops Peters pastoral letter that was read out at Sundays Mass Download Here….
Mon - Weekday in Ordinary Time No Parish Mass Tue - Weekday in Ordinary Time No Parish Mass Chptaer Mass at Cathedral 12.noon Wed - Weekday in Ordinary Time Eucharistic Adoration 3pm - 4pm 6pm - Induction Mass of Fr Pontius Bandua AJ Thur - St Teresa of Jesus, Virgin and Doctor (memorial) 7.00pm - Mass Fri - Weekday in Ordinary Time 9.30am - Mass

Let Us Pray For The Sick of the Parish

Dear Jesus, divine physician and healer of the sick, we turn to you in this time of illness. Oh dearest comforter of the troubled, alleviate our worry and sorrow with your gentle love, and grant us the grace and strength to accept this burden. Dear God, we place our worries in your hands. Amen.
Latest Bulletin to Download - Parish news insert -
Invitation to the Induction of Father Pontius Banda AJ Parishioners are warmly invited to come together on Wednesday 14 October at 6.00pm for a special service to celebrate the induction of Fr Pontius Bandua AJ as Parish Priest of Llay. Please join us in Prayer, welcome and thanksgiving as Fr Pontus begins his ministry among us. Let us celebrate this joyful occasion as one parish community and pray for God’s blessing upon Fr Pontius and the people entrusted to his care. Refreshments will be served in the Parish Hall following the Mass.

Readers Needed

Would you like to help proclaim the Word of God at Mass? We are seeking new parish readers. No experience needed - just a willing heart. Please contact the parish office. Baptism Baptism is arranged by initial contact with the Parish and then attendance on Baptism Preparation Programme. Infant/Child Baptism (normally under 7 years of age). For a Baptism to take place in the Parish at least one of the parents must be a Baptised Catholic and registered as a member of the Parish. Families must be practicing Catholic, regularly attending Sunday Mass. Children or young people over 7 year of age will need to attend a Preparation Programme accompanied by an adult. Adult Baptism is carries out and prepared for as part of the RCIA programme. Initial enquiry is via by email contact with parish office priestllay@rcdwxm.org.uk and the completion of form requesting Baptism. Attendance on a Baptism Preparation Programme is required before arranging a date.

Medical/Health-carers Mass, Friday 23rd

October at 7pm.

Bishop Peter invites all clinicians, auxiliary or ancillary workers, hospital managers or trust board members, chaplaincy volunteers, home carers and any person in any way involved in healthcare to this celebration. Diocesan Masses at the Wrexham Cathedral in October You will find two diocesan Mass posters in the porch. Download Posters - Poster 1… - Poster 2…

29th Sunday of Ordinary Time

Yr. A

Saturday - No morning Mass or Confessions 6.00pm - Mass Sunday - 18th October 9.30am - Rosary 10.00am - Mass Eucharistic Adoration 3pm - 4pm