© Llay/Rossett Parish 2025
Llay Parish Wrexham, North Wales
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!

This Friday (24th)

Healthcare/Medical Mass

In the Cathedral, 7pm – for all who work in the Medical Service, in any capacity. See the notice in the porch. “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/. Why not sign a “Gift Aid” Form? If you are a tax payer do, please, sign a “gift-aid” form. This takes only a few moments to do, it costs you nothing, but greatly enhances the value of what you give by allowing the parish to claim back the tax on your donation. Just see the priest or parish secretary if interested. And another reminder please do use your offertory envelopes for your giving!! This years Gift Aid donations added £5,484.77
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 .

The Jubilee Prayer

Father in heaven, may the faith you have given us in your son, Jesus Christ, our brother, and the flame of charity enkindled in our hearts by the Holy Spirit, reawaken in us the blessed hope for the coming of your Kingdom. May your grace transform us into tireless cultivators of the seeds of the Gospel. May those seeds transform from within both humanity and the whole cosmos in the sure expectation of a new heaven and a new earth, when, with the powers of Evil vanquished, your glory will shine eternally. May the grace of the Jubilee reawaken in us, Pilgrims of Hope, a yearning for the treasures of heaven. May that same grace spread the joy and peace of our Redeemer throughout the earth. To you our God, eternally blessed, be glory and praise for ever. Amen 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.
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.

World Mission Sunday

19 October World Mission Sunday is observed annually on the second to last Sunday of October, and this year it falls on 19 October. It’s a day when Catholics around the world come together in prayer, solidarity, and support for the Church’s overseas mission work. For World Mission Day in the Jubilee Year 2025, the central message of which is hope (cf. Bull Spes Non Confundit, 1), Pope Francis chose the motto: ‘Missionaries of Hope Among all Peoples’. It reminds individual Christians and the entire Church, the community of the baptised, of our fundamental vocation to be, in the footsteps of Christ, messengers and builders of hope. I trust that it will be for everyone a time of grace with the faithful God who has given us new birth in the risen Christ ‘to a living hope’ (cf. 1 Peter 1:3-4). Read More…. This Sunday – the Annual St Richard Gwyn Pilgrimage Mass Pilgrimage Mass at 3pm in the Cathedral in Wrexham. See the notice in the Porch and do try to be there.

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.

Parish Lunch

Many thanks to those who planned and organised the Parish Lunch last Monday at the Ramada Hotel in Wrexham. It was most enjoyable. 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.
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.

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.

29th Sunday of Ordinary Time

World Mission Sunday Saturday - No Morning Mass 10.00 - 10.30 Confessions this week and by request or appointment 6.00pm - Mass Sunday - 19th October 2025 10.00am - Mass 3.00pm - 4.00pm Eucharistic Adoration
Mon - Weekday in Ordinary Time 9.30am - Mass Tues - Weekday in Ordinary Time NO PARISH MASS – (Chapter Mass: 12 noon, Cathedral) Wed - Weekday in Ordinary Time 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

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 -

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 (25h/26th) Clock go back by 1 hour. Don’t forget!
After the Sunday mass there will be Tea/Coffee served in the church hall.
CLARION CLARION
© 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 9am - 5pm
Latest Bulletin to Download - Parish news insert -
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 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.

World Mission Sunday

19 October World Mission Sunday is observed annually on the second to last Sunday of October, and this year it falls on 19 October. It’s a day when Catholics around the world come together in prayer, solidarity, and support for the Church’s overseas mission work. For World Mission Day in the Jubilee Year 2025, the central message of which is hope (cf. Bull Spes Non Confundit, 1), Pope Francis chose the motto: ‘Missionaries of Hope Among all Peoples’. It reminds individual Christians and the entire Church, the community of the baptised, of our fundamental vocation to be, in the footsteps of Christ, messengers and builders of hope. I trust that it will be for everyone a time of grace with the faithful God who has given us new birth in the risen Christ ‘to a living hope’ (cf. 1 Peter 1:3-4). Read More…. This Sunday – the Annual St Richard Gwyn Pilgrimage Mass Pilgrimage Mass at 3pm in the Cathedral in Wrexham. See the notice in the Porch and do try to be there.

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.

Parish Lunch

Many thanks to those who planned and organised the Parish Lunch last Monday at the Ramada Hotel in Wrexham. It was most enjoyable. 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.
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!

This Friday (24th) Healthcare/Medical

Mass

In the Cathedral, 7pm – for all who work in the Medical Service, in any capacity. See the notice in the porch. “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/. Why not sign a “Gift Aid” Form? If you are a tax payer do, please, sign a “gift-aid” form. This takes only a few moments to do, it costs you nothing, but greatly enhances the value of what you give by allowing the parish to claim back the tax on your donation. Just see the priest or parish secretary if interested. And another reminder please do use your offertory envelopes for your giving!! This years Gift Aid donations added £5,484.77
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 .

The Jubilee Prayer

Father in heaven, may the faith you have given us in your son, Jesus Christ, our brother, and the flame of charity enkindled in our hearts by the Holy Spirit, reawaken in us the blessed hope for the coming of your Kingdom. May your grace transform us into tireless cultivators of the seeds of the Gospel. May those seeds transform from within both humanity and the whole cosmos in the sure expectation of a new heaven and a new earth, when, with the powers of Evil vanquished, your glory will shine eternally. May the grace of the Jubilee reawaken in us, Pilgrims of Hope, a yearning for the treasures of heaven. May that same grace spread the joy and peace of our Redeemer throughout the earth. To you our God, eternally blessed, be glory and praise for ever. Amen 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.

29th Sunday of Ordinary Time

World Mission Sunday Saturday - No Morning Mass 10.00 - 10.30 Confessions this week and by request or appointment 6.00pm - Mass Sunday - 19th October 2025 10.00am - Mass 3.00pm - 4.00pm Eucharistic Adoration
Mon - Weekday in Ordinary Time 9.30am - Mass Tues - Weekday in Ordinary Time NO PARISH MASS – (Chapter Mass: 12 noon, Cathedral) Wed - Weekday in Ordinary Time 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.
After the Sunday mass there will be Tea/Coffee served in the church hall.
CLARION CLARION

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 (25h/26th) Clock go back by 1 hour. Don’t forget!
© 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 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.

World Mission Sunday

19 October World Mission Sunday is observed annually on the second to last Sunday of October, and this year it falls on 19 October. It’s a day when Catholics around the world come together in prayer, solidarity, and support for the Church’s overseas mission work. For World Mission Day in the Jubilee Year 2025, the central message of which is hope (cf. Bull Spes Non Confundit, 1), Pope Francis chose the motto: ‘Missionaries of Hope Among all Peoples’. It reminds individual Christians and the entire Church, the community of the baptised, of our fundamental vocation to be, in the footsteps of Christ, messengers and builders of hope. I trust that it will be for everyone a time of grace with the faithful God who has given us new birth in the risen Christ ‘to a living hope’ (cf. 1 Peter 1:3-4). Read More…. This Sunday – the Annual St Richard Gwyn Pilgrimage Mass Pilgrimage Mass at 3pm in the Cathedral in Wrexham. See the notice in the Porch and do try to be there.

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.

Parish Lunch

Many thanks to those who planned and organised the Parish Lunch last Monday at the Ramada Hotel in Wrexham. It was most enjoyable. 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.
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 .

The Jubilee Prayer

Father in heaven, may the faith you have given us in your son, Jesus Christ, our brother, and the flame of charity enkindled in our hearts by the Holy Spirit, reawaken in us the blessed hope for the coming of your Kingdom. May your grace transform us into tireless cultivators of the seeds of the Gospel. May those seeds transform from within both humanity and the whole cosmos in the sure expectation of a new heaven and a new earth, when, with the powers of Evil vanquished, your glory will shine eternally. May the grace of the Jubilee reawaken in us, Pilgrims of Hope, a yearning for the treasures of heaven. May that same grace spread the joy and peace of our Redeemer throughout the earth. To you our God, eternally blessed, be glory and praise for ever. Amen 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.

29th Sunday of Ordinary Time

World Mission Sunday Saturday - No Morning Mass 10.00 - 10.30 Confessions this week and by request or appointment 6.00pm - Mass Sunday - 19th October 2025 10.00am - Mass 3.00pm - 4.00pm Eucharistic Adoration
Mon - Weekday in Ordinary Time 9.30am - Mass Tues - Weekday in Ordinary Time NO PARISH MASS – (Chapter Mass: 12 noon, Cathedral) Wed - Weekday in Ordinary Time 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.
Latest Bulletin to Download - Parish news insert -
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!

This Friday (24th) Healthcare/Medical

Mass

In the Cathedral, 7pm – for all who work in the Medical Service, in any capacity. See the notice in the porch. “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/. Why not sign a “Gift Aid” Form? If you are a tax payer do, please, sign a “gift-aid” form. This takes only a few moments to do, it costs you nothing, but greatly enhances the value of what you give by allowing the parish to claim back the tax on your donation. Just see the priest or parish secretary if interested. And another reminder please do use your offertory envelopes for your giving!! This years Gift Aid donations added £5,484.77

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 (25h/26th) Clock go back by 1 hour. Don’t forget!