© 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 November
2025
For the prevention of suicide
Let us pray that those who are struggling with suicidal
thoughts might find the support, care, and love they
need in their community, and be open to the beauty of
life.
Remembrance Sunday
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”.
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.
KSC Calendars 2026
These will be on sale at the back of church this weekend
– with any profit going to a good cause
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
November – The Month of the Holy Souls
During this month we remember our dear dead –
especially those who may be suffering the purification of
Purgatory – with special attention and love. You can have
your dead remembered during November in a special way
at all Parish Masses by listing their names on one of the
lists you can find in the porch (or your own paper) putting
the list in an envelope (your own or one of those you will
find in the porch) and hand 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 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.
Wrexham Diocese “Youth Mass” – Saturday,
22nd November
Young people from Year 9 upwards are warmly invited to
Youth Mass at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church,
Buckley from 11am. Mass with Bishop Peter at 1pm,
followed by pizzas. Email Chris at
chris_ry02@hotmail.com to confirm your place. Come
and join us.
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 November 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 Theresa Preston of Llay
which occurred on Wednesday evening last, November
5th. She was 76. She will be sorely missed by her
husband and family and many friends and relatives.
Please keep her and them in your prayers. We will
publish the funeral arrangements when we have them.
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.
Advent Family Day – Sunday, 30th
November
Join us for a free Advent Family Day at Our Lady of the
Rosary Catholic Church, Jubilee Road, Buckley (CH7
2BF). Arrival from 11.00am. Let’s come together to
celebrate family and the beginning of Advent. The day
concludes with Family Advent Service with Bishop Peter,
followed by Hot Dogs and Mince Pies. Booking is
essential by Sunday 16th November. Contact Wioletta
Trebska at mfl@rcdwxm.org.uk or phone 07542 268728
to reserve your place. See the Notice in the Porch for
more details
The Dedication of the
Lateran Basilica (feast)
Saturday - All Saints of Wales
No Morning Mass
10.00 - 10.30 Confessions this week
and by request or appointment
6.00pm - Mass
Sunday - 9th November 2025
10.00am - Mass
3.00pm - 4.00pm Eucharistic
Adoration
Mon - St Leo the Great, Pope and
Doctor of the Church (memorial)
9.30am - Mass
Tues - St Martin of Tours, Bishop
(memorial)
8.30am - Mass
Wed - St Josaphat, Bishop and
Martyr (memorial)
9.30am - Mass
3.00pm-4.00pm Eucharistic Adoration
Thur - Weekday in Ordinary Time
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.
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After the Sunday mass there will be
Tea/Coffee served in the church hall.
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.
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)
At Wrexham's St Mary's Church Hall. The meetings
are fortnightly on Tuesdays, with the next sessions
being on this Tuesday 11th November at 7.00pm. If
you would like to come along, or have any questions,
email Philip: thomas.philipl@sky.com
“Missio” Red Boxes
Please would box holders bring them in for emptying
during November. They can be left in & collected from
the porch. Thank you.
“Red Wednesday” - 19th 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 annual event takes place on
19th November, remembering those who suffer for
their faith. Follow this link to find out more
https://acnuk.org/redwednesday
The Dedication of the
Lateran Basilica (feast)
Saturday -
No Morning Mass
10.00 - 10.30 Confessions this week and
by request or appointment
6.00pm Mass
Sunday - 16th November 2025
10.00am - Mass
3.00pm - 4.00pm Eucharistic Adoration