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Llay Parish Wrexham, North Wales

New Parish Donation Card Reader

A new Donation reader has been placed in the porch for people to use their Debit/Credit card to make donations to the Parish Only. “Red Wednesday” - 18th November The Diocese supports the work of Aid to the Church in Need (ACN), bringing spiritual and practical help to Catholics and other Christians where they are persecuted, oppressed or in pastoral need. This year’s Red Wednesday takes place on 18th November, remembering those who suffer for their faith. To find out more, visit: https://acnuk.org/redwednesday

Advent Family Day

29th November

Join us on Sunday 29th November from 11.30am at St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School for a free day of family crafts, wreath-making, and a special Advent service with Bishop Peter. Hot dogs, mince pies, and refreshments are provided; please bring a picnic lunch. Booking is essential by Sunday 22nd November. See the full details and scan the QR code to register on the poster in the porch. For questions or to volunteer, contact Wioletta Trebska at mfl@rcdwxm.org.uk or phone 07542

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. Knights of St Columba Weekly Rosary for Vocations will be led by Council 60 Province 6 – Starting Thursday 5th November at 7.30pm for one year. Lead by Father Anthony Gaskin Chaplain Join ZOOM meeting 2027 Calendars - These will be on sale at the back of church on the weekend of 21st/22nd, profits to SPUC Wine & Cheese Night - St Mary’s Catholic Club Friday, 13th November at 7.30pm, £5 per person.

For the hard-of-hearing

Do remember that the “loop system” operates here. Support Our Parish with DONA We are pleased to introduce DONA, a simple, secure, and cashless way to support our parish. Using a contactless card payment, you can make a donation quickly and easily, helping us continue our worship, outreach, and service to the community. The DONA terminal is located at the back of the church, making it easy to give before or after Mass. If you prefer, you can also donate using the QR code printed in this newsletter, which will take you directly to our online giving page. Whether you are a regular parishioner or a visitor, every gift, however large or small, is greatly appreciated and helps support the life and mission of our parish. Thank you for your generosity and continued support of our church community. "Each one should give what he has decided in his own mind, not grudgingly or because he is made to, for God loves a cheerful giver." (2 Corinthians 9:7).

Christmas Cards

A nice selection of religious Christmas Cards is now on sale from the porch. Do avail of them.

New Parish Telephone Number 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.

Remembrance Sunday

Sunday 8th November When we remember and pray for all those who sacrificed their lives in the two World Wars. We remember, too, by supporting the annual “Poppy Appeal”. 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. Mass for the deceased Clergy of the Diocese Thursday 26th November at 11.00am in the Cathedral, Wrexham. All welcome.

Youth Day - 21st November

The next Youth Day will take place at St Joseph's Church, Colwyn Bay, on Saturday, 21st November. From 10.30am, with Mass celebrated by Bishop Peter at 1.30pm. Please find the poster and parental consent in the porch. CAFOD “World Gifts” Catalogues Please take home, or check out their full range at www.cafod.org.uk/worldgifts

November – The Month of the

Holy Souls

During this month, we remember our dear departed, especially those who may be suffering the purification of Purgatory, with special attention and love. You may have your deceased loved ones remembered in a special way at all Parish Masses during November by listing their names on one of the sheets available in the porch (or your own paper), putting the list in an envelope (your own or one provided in the porch), and handing it in at the church. These envelopes - with their lists - will be placed on the altar during all Masses throughout November, and those named will be remembered in prayer. Most importantly, please try to attend as many of these Masses as possible.

Our Holy Father’s Prayer Intention for November 2026 For the proper use of wealth Let us pray for the proper use of wealth, that not succumbing to the temptation of selfishness, it may always be put at the service of the common good and solidarity of those who have less.

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.

32nd Sunday of Ordinary Time

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Saturday - No morning Mass or Confessions 6.00pm - Mass Sunday - 8th November 10.00am - Mass Eucharistic Adoration 3pm - 4pm Sacrament of Confession available during this hour. Coffee/Tea after our 10am Sunday Mass

Mon - The Dedication of the Lateran Basilica (feast) No Parish Mass Tue - St Leo the Great, Pope and Doctor (memorial) 9.30am - Mass 3.00pm - Rosary Wed - St Martin of Tours, Bishop (memorial) No Parish Mass Eucharistic Adoration 3pm - 4pm Sacrament of Confession available Thur - St Josaphat, Bishop and Martyr (memorial) 7.00pm - Mass Fri - Weekday in Ordinary Time 9.30am - Mass