© Llay/Rossett Parish 2025
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
2025
For collaboration between different religious
traditions
Let us pray that believers in different religious
traditions might work together to defend and promote
peace, justice, and human fraternity.
October – the month of the Rosary
The Rosary will be prayed this Sunday before the 10am
Mass at 9.30am – and so for all the Sunday’s of October.
Monday 3rd November – Commemoration of
All the Faithful Departed (“All Souls” Day) –
usually on November 2nd
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, 3rd 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 3rd 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
3rd 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.
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.
Advent Retreats at Loreto
Loreto Spirituality Centre organises: Advent Weekend
Retreat 28th - 30th November and Advent Triduum 8th -
12th December. Find more information on their website
www.loretocentre.org.uk by phoning 01492 878031 or
by email info@loretocentre.org.uk Also see the notice in
the porch.
CSSA
The Diocese is currently preparing for an Inspection by
the CSSA. Can we ask all parishioners to participate and
complete the survey commissioned by the CSSA, the
results of which will form part of the Diocesan
inspection/audit. The direct link to the survey is
accessible on the diocesan website (www.rcdwxm.org.uk)
on the green banner half way down the home page.
An 8-Week Mindfulness Course for Christians
From October 21st to December 9th, at St Joseph’s
Centre, Colwyn Bay, Tuesdays 6.30pm to 8.45pm. Led by
Liz Lord and Steve Noone, Experienced practitioners who
have delivered mindfulness courses in Christian settings
for many years. To book your place contact Vicky
by 7th October by email:
mindfulness@stjosephsrcc.org.uk or by phone: 07415
373343. For more information visit:
www.stjosephsrcc.org.uk/mindfulness or scan the QR
code.
Christmas Cards
A nice selection of religious Christmas Cards are now on
sale from the porch. Do avail of them.
A reminder to pray the Jubilee Prayer
As we continue our journey through this Jubilee season,
we gently remind you to pray the Jubilee Prayer, which
has been included in our parish bulletin for quite some
time. It is a powerful reflection of our shared hope, faith,
charity and mission as Pilgrims of Hope. Jubilee Prayer
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 October edition of 'The Clarion' the new
Digital Diocesan Newsletter.
Please click the button below to read the latest issue
.
R.I.P.
We sadly announce the death of Hugh O’Hare of Marford
which occurred suddenly on Monday last, October 20th,
at his home. He was 80. He will be sorely missed by his
wife and family and many friends and relatives. Please
keep him and them in your prayers. Hugh’s Funeral
Mass will be celebrated here in Llay on Thursday, 6th
November, at 1.30pm, to be followed by cremation at
Pentrebychan at 3pm. May he rest in peace.
Also
Please remember also in your prayers Vince Brown who
died recently. He attended St Mary’s Cathedral in
Wrexham for many years, but in later years (until failing
health prevented him from doing so) he and his wife
attended Llay Mass. He will be sorely missed by his
family and many friends. His funeral will be held at the
Crematorium on November 7th at 1.30pm. May he rest
in peace.
Old copies of “The Tablet”
Some old copies of “The Tablet” will be placed in the
porch from time to time – to be taken away and read by
anyone who would like to do so.
For the hard-of-hearing
Do remember that the “loop system” operates here.
“Safeguarding” Message
The Catholic Church is committed to the safeguarding
and protection of children, young people, and vulnerable
adults. Every person has a right to be safe and
respected within our community in a non-judgemental
way.
As a parish, we take this responsibility seriously. We
follow national safeguarding guidelines, ensure all
volunteers are properly vetted and trained, and
maintain clear procedures for reporting concerns.
Our parish is open and is inclusive to all who come to
pray within.
Together, let us continue to build a community of care,
trust, and safety for all in an open honest, tolerant and
receptive manner.
If you have any concerns about the welfare of a child or
vulnerable adult, or if you wish to speak with someone
about a safeguarding issue, please contact our Parish
Safeguarding Representative or the Diocesan
Safeguarding Office.
30th Sunday of Ordinary Time
Saturday -
No Morning Mass
10.00 - 10.30 Confessions this week
and by request or appointment
6.00pm - Mass
Sunday - 26th October 2025
10.00am - Mass
3.00pm - 4.00pm Eucharistic
Adoration
Summer Time ends (25th/26th) Clock
go back by 1 hour. Don’t forget!
Mon - Weekday in Ordinary Time
9.30am - Mass
Tues - Sts Simon and Jude, Apostle
(feast)
No Parish Mass - Canon attending the
Annual Diocesan Clergy Conference
Wed - Weekday in Ordinary Time
No Parish Mass - Canon at conference
3.00pm-4.00pm Eucharistic Adoration
Thur - Weekday in Ordinary Time
No Parish Mass - Canon at conference
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
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After the Sunday mass there will be
Tea/Coffee served in the church hall.
KSC Calendars 2026
The Knights of St Columba will be coming soon to the
back of church selling their 2026 Religious Calendars.
The profit they make will go to a good cause – to be
announced later. Do plan to buy one – or more!
The Solemnity of “All Saints”,
Usually celebrated on November 1st, is transferred
this year to Sunday November 2nd, as happens
nowadays when a Holiday of Obligation falls on a
Saturday or a Monday. On this Feast 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.
“Ladies Down Under”
Entertainment at Darland High School from
Wednesday 29th to Friday 31st October. Doors open
at 7pm, tickets £6. See the Notice in the Porch or
visit www.darlandtheatre.com
Neurodiversity and our Faith research
The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of England & Wales
and Birmingham Newman University are conducting
research into Neurodiversity and our Faith. If you're
an adult neurodivergent Catholic or a Caregiver of a
neurodivergent Catholic, we want to hear from you.
Your experiences will help us to become more
inclusive and responsive to your needs. To find out
more and to fill in our short surveys look here:
www.godwhospeaks.uk/ neurodivergent-catholic-
surveys/.
A New Group for young adults (18 to 35)
This is starting up at Wrexham's St Mary's Cathedral
parish. This is open for neighbouring parishes also.
The meetings are fortnightly on Tuesdays, with the
next sessions being on Tuesday 28th October and
then 11th November, at 19:00 in St Mary's Church
hall, next-door to the Cathedral. Together, we will
grow in our understanding of the Catholic faith, our
personal relationships with God, and our participation
in the life of the Church. We will grow in fellowship
with one another and have some fun too. If you
would like to come along, or have any questions,
email Philip: thomas.philipl@sky.com
All Saints (Solemnity)
Saturday - No Morning Mass
10.00 - 10.30 Confessions this week and
by request or appointment
6.00pm Mass
Sunday - 2nd November 2025
10.00am - Mass
3.00pm - 4.00pm Eucharistic Adoration