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. Monday 2nd November – Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed (All Souls Day) On this day we remember our dear dead (especially those who may be suffering the purification of Purgatory) with special attention and love. A Plenary Indulgence may be gained for those holy souls on one of the days from 1st to 8th November by visiting devoutly a cemetery and praying there for the dead, or by visiting a church on All Souls Day, 2nd November, and praying there the Our Father and the Creed.Remember too
You can have your dead remembered during November in a special way at all Parish Masses from 2nd November onwards by listing their names on one of the lists you can find in the porch (or on your own paper), putting the list in an envelope (your own or one of those you can find in the porch) and handing it in (No money please) at the church or the presbytery. These envelopes - with their lists - will be placed on the Altar during all Masses in November (from 2nd onwards) and the names will be remembered there. But most importantly, try to attend as many of these Masses as possible and pray there yourself for our dear dead. Thank you for celebrating “World Mission Sunday” Thank you for your donations to the World Mission Sunday appeal. Our parish has collected £248.71. Your prayers and support will help missionaries work alongside communities worldwide, regardless of background or belief. Please continue to pray for all who share the love and hope of Christ with our sisters and brother in need throughout the world. To support mission year-round, visit missio.org.uk or call 020 7821 9755.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. Synodality Meeting Next Sunday, October 25th, in the Hall after Mass at 11.30am. The Third Chapter of the Pope’s Encyclical Letter Magnifica Humanitas – will be discussed.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…. Walk with the Saints – Free Family Resource As we prepare to celebrate All Saints’ Day, families may enjoy the Walking with the Saints online family pack from the Celebrate Trust. This resource is designed to help children and adults discover the lives of the saints and grow together in holiness throughout the year. The pack includes: Saint- themed crafts and family activities; Prayers to share together; Recommended books and stories; Videos and other resources for all ages. The pack is free to download, although donations are welcome to help cover production costs. Suggested donations are: Families £3. Download the pack here: www.celebratetrust.org/shop/walkingw iththesaints We encourage all families to take advantage of this inspiring resource as we learn from the saints and follow their example of faith. Thank you for your support.
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.
Sunday 1st November - “All
Saints (Holy Day of Obligation)
We honour the great army of saints who rejoice in the wonderful vision and presence of God in Heaven and whose company we ourselves hope to join one day. We do this by celebrating Mass together on this holy day. 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. Annual Diocesan Clergy Conference As you can see from the week-day Mass listings your Parish Priest and Retired Priest will be absent from the parish on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday of this week, attending Conference at Loreto, Llandudno with his fellow diocesan priests. Please keep them all in your prayers.PAC Meeting
This will take place on Sunday, 1st November, in the Hall after Mass at 11.30am. All group leaders are expected to attend. Marian Grotto, Pantasaph Join us for Hallow’s Eve with Saints & Their Queen on Saturday, 31 October 2026, at the Marian Grotto, St David’s Church / Divine Retreat Centre, Pantasaph, CH8 8PE. The programme will begin at 4:00 pm with the Rosary and Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, followed by Holy Mass at 5:30 pm. All are warmly welcome to attend. As the programme will take place outdoors, please come prepared for the weather. Download Poster….Day of Devotion to Our Lady of
Fatima, Buckley
All parishioners are invited to Our Lady of the Rosary Church, Buckley (CH7 2AF) next Saturday, 24 October 2026, from 10:00am to 4:00pm, for a special day of prayer with the Centenary Pilgrim Virgin Statue of the Immaculate Heart of Mary. Please see the poster in the church porch for full details. 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.
30th Sunday of Ordinary Time
Yr. A
Saturday - No morning Mass or Confessions 6.00pm - Mass Sunday - 25th 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 This weekend, 24th/25th: The clocks go back by one hour as British Summer Time ends.
Mon - Weekday in Ordinary Time
No Parish Mass
Tue - Weekday in Ordinary Time
No Parish Mass
3.00pm - Rosary
Wed - Sts Simon and Jude, Apostles
(feast)
No Parish Mass
Eucharistic Adoration 3pm - 4pm
No Sacrament of Confession available
Thur - Weekday in Ordinary Time
No Parish 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 -
ALL SAINTS (Solemnity),
Yr. A
Saturday - No morning Mass or Confessions 6.00pm - Mass Sunday - 1st November 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 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
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.
Sunday 1st November - “All Saints (Holy
Day of Obligation)
We honour the great army of saints who rejoice in the wonderful vision and presence of God in Heaven and whose company we ourselves hope to join one day. We do this by celebrating Mass together on this holy day. 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. Annual Diocesan Clergy Conference As you can see from the week-day Mass listings your Parish Priest and Retired Priest will be absent from the parish on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday of this week, attending Conference at Loreto, Llandudno with his fellow diocesan priests. Please keep them all in your prayers.PAC Meeting
This will take place on Sunday, 1st November, in the Hall after Mass at 11.30am. All group leaders are expected to attend. Marian Grotto, Pantasaph Join us for Hallow’s Eve with Saints & Their Queen on Saturday, 31 October 2026, at the Marian Grotto, St David’s Church / Divine Retreat Centre, Pantasaph, CH8 8PE. The programme will begin at 4:00 pm with the Rosary and Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, followed by Holy Mass at 5:30 pm. All are warmly welcome to attend. As the programme will take place outdoors, please come prepared for the weather. Download Poster….Day of Devotion to Our Lady of Fatima,
Buckley
All parishioners are invited to Our Lady of the Rosary Church, Buckley (CH7 2AF) next Saturday, 24 October 2026, from 10:00am to 4:00pm, for a special day of prayer with the Centenary Pilgrim Virgin Statue of the Immaculate Heart of Mary. Please see the poster in the church porch for full details. 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…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. Monday 2nd November – Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed (All Souls Day) On this day we remember our dear dead (especially those who may be suffering the purification of Purgatory) with special attention and love. A Plenary Indulgence may be gained for those holy souls on one of the days from 1st to 8th November by visiting devoutly a cemetery and praying there for the dead, or by visiting a church on All Souls Day, 2nd November, and praying there the Our Father and the Creed.Remember too
You can have your dead remembered during November in a special way at all Parish Masses from 2nd November onwards by listing their names on one of the lists you can find in the porch (or on your own paper), putting the list in an envelope (your own or one of those you can find in the porch) and handing it in (No money please) at the church or the presbytery. These envelopes - with their lists - will be placed on the Altar during all Masses in November (from 2nd onwards) and the names will be remembered there. But most importantly, try to attend as many of these Masses as possible and pray there yourself for our dear dead. Thank you for celebrating “World Mission Sunday” Thank you for your donations to the World Mission Sunday appeal. Our parish has collected £248.71. Your prayers and support will help missionaries work alongside communities worldwide, regardless of background or belief. Please continue to pray for all who share the love and hope of Christ with our sisters and brother in need throughout the world. To support mission year-round, visit missio.org.uk or call 020 7821 9755.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. Synodality Meeting Next Sunday, October 25th, in the Hall after Mass at 11.30am. The Third Chapter of the Pope’s Encyclical Letter Magnifica Humanitas – will be discussed.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…. Walk with the Saints – Free Family Resource As we prepare to celebrate All Saints’ Day, families may enjoy the Walking with the Saints online family pack from the Celebrate Trust. This resource is designed to help children and adults discover the lives of the saints and grow together in holiness throughout the year. The pack includes: Saint-themed crafts and family activities; Prayers to share together; Recommended books and stories; Videos and other resources for all ages. The pack is free to download, although donations are welcome to help cover production costs. Suggested donations are: Families £3. Download the pack here: www.celebratetrust.org/shop/walkingwiththesaints We encourage all families to take advantage of this inspiring resource as we learn from the saints and follow their example of faith. Thank you for your support.30th Sunday of Ordinary Time
Yr. A
Saturday - No morning Mass or Confessions 6.00pm - Mass Sunday - 25th 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 This weekend, 24th/25th: The clocks go back by one hour as British Summer Time ends.
Mon - Weekday in Ordinary Time
No Parish Mass
Tue - Weekday in Ordinary Time
No Parish Mass
3.00pm - Rosary
Wed - Sts Simon and Jude, Apostles
(feast)
No Parish Mass
Eucharistic Adoration 3pm - 4pm
No Sacrament of Confession available
Thur - Weekday in Ordinary Time
No Parish 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.
ALL SAINTS (Solemnity),
Yr. A
Saturday - No morning Mass or Confessions 6.00pm - Mass Sunday - 1st November 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
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.
Sunday 1st November - “All Saints (Holy Day
of Obligation)
We honour the great army of saints who rejoice in the wonderful vision and presence of God in Heaven and whose company we ourselves hope to join one day. We do this by celebrating Mass together on this holy day. 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. Annual Diocesan Clergy Conference As you can see from the week-day Mass listings your Parish Priest and Retired Priest will be absent from the parish on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday of this week, attending Conference at Loreto, Llandudno with his fellow diocesan priests. Please keep them all in your prayers.PAC Meeting
This will take place on Sunday, 1st November, in the Hall after Mass at 11.30am. All group leaders are expected to attend. Marian Grotto, Pantasaph Join us for Hallow’s Eve with Saints & Their Queen on Saturday, 31 October 2026, at the Marian Grotto, St David’s Church / Divine Retreat Centre, Pantasaph, CH8 8PE. The programme will begin at 4:00 pm with the Rosary and Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, followed by Holy Mass at 5:30 pm. All are warmly welcome to attend. As the programme will take place outdoors, please come prepared for the weather. Download Poster….Day of Devotion to Our Lady of Fatima,
Buckley
All parishioners are invited to Our Lady of the Rosary Church, Buckley (CH7 2AF) next Saturday, 24 October 2026, from 10:00am to 4:00pm, for a special day of prayer with the Centenary Pilgrim Virgin Statue of the Immaculate Heart of Mary. Please see the poster in the church porch for full details. 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. Synodality Meeting Next Sunday, October 25th, in the Hall after Mass at 11.30am. The Third Chapter of the Pope’s Encyclical Letter Magnifica Humanitas – will be discussed.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…. Walk with the Saints – Free Family Resource As we prepare to celebrate All Saints’ Day, families may enjoy the Walking with the Saints online family pack from the Celebrate Trust. This resource is designed to help children and adults discover the lives of the saints and grow together in holiness throughout the year. The pack includes: Saint-themed crafts and family activities; Prayers to share together; Recommended books and stories; Videos and other resources for all ages. The pack is free to download, although donations are welcome to help cover production costs. Suggested donations are: Families £3. Download the pack here: www.celebratetrust.org/shop/walkingwiththesaints We encourage all families to take advantage of this inspiring resource as we learn from the saints and follow their example of faith. Thank you for your support.
30th Sunday of Ordinary Time
Yr. A
Saturday - No morning Mass or Confessions 6.00pm - Mass Sunday - 25th 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 This weekend, 24th/25th: The clocks go back by one hour as British Summer Time ends.
Mon - Weekday in Ordinary Time
No Parish Mass
Tue - Weekday in Ordinary Time
No Parish Mass
3.00pm - Rosary
Wed - Sts Simon and Jude, Apostles
(feast)
No Parish Mass
Eucharistic Adoration 3pm - 4pm
No Sacrament of Confession available
Thur - Weekday in Ordinary Time
No Parish 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 -
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. Monday 2nd November – Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed (All Souls Day) On this day we remember our dear dead (especially those who may be suffering the purification of Purgatory) with special attention and love. A Plenary Indulgence may be gained for those holy souls on one of the days from 1st to 8th November by visiting devoutly a cemetery and praying there for the dead, or by visiting a church on All Souls Day, 2nd November, and praying there the Our Father and the Creed.Remember too
You can have your dead remembered during November in a special way at all Parish Masses from 2nd November onwards by listing their names on one of the lists you can find in the porch (or on your own paper), putting the list in an envelope (your own or one of those you can find in the porch) and handing it in (No money please) at the church or the presbytery. These envelopes - with their lists - will be placed on the Altar during all Masses in November (from 2nd onwards) and the names will be remembered there. But most importantly, try to attend as many of these Masses as possible and pray there yourself for our dear dead. Thank you for celebrating “World Mission Sunday” Thank you for your donations to the World Mission Sunday appeal. Our parish has collected £248.71. Your prayers and support will help missionaries work alongside communities worldwide, regardless of background or belief. Please continue to pray for all who share the love and hope of Christ with our sisters and brother in need throughout the world. To support mission year-round, visit missio.org.uk or call 020 7821 9755.ALL SAINTS (Solemnity),
Yr. A
Saturday - No morning Mass or Confessions 6.00pm - Mass Sunday - 1st November 10.00am - Mass Eucharistic Adoration 3pm - 4pm
